About Us
Child Care Center in Gaithersburg, Maryland
Specialties
We offer a full-day, year-round program for infants through age 6. Our bright, airy classrooms and two playgrounds create the perfect environment for your child to grow, explore, and learn. As a trusted child care center in Gaithersburg, Maryland, we ensure that monthly tuition covers breakfast and snacks, and your child will thrive in a supportive, fun-filled atmosphere. Watch their confidence soar as they build curiosity, imagination, and friendships, setting the stage for future success! Come visit and see our amazing teachers in action!
History
Established in 2012, we offer an affordable, year-round program for working families. Starting with Pre-K, we expanded to include Toddlers and Infants, creating a warm, nurturing space where children feel happy and safe. Our mission is to foster a loving, peaceful world by educating young minds with respect and kindness. Blending Montessori and traditional methods, we provide student-centered lessons, hands-on materials, and a strong foundation for lifelong learning, with a special focus on creativity and self-expression.
At Top Hat Childcare, play is essential to learning, with two spacious playgrounds encouraging growth and exploration. Our warm, nurturing environment helps shape how children see the world. Conveniently located near Shady Grove Metro, we provide a safe and welcoming environment for children ages 6 weeks to 6 years. Contact us to schedule a tour and meet our team.
Our Mission
Top Hat Childcare is dedicated to nurturing each child’s natural love of learning within an inclusive and diverse community that fosters independence, confidence, and joy.
Our Vision
Our vision for Top Hat Childcare is based on the teachings summarized in the following quote:
“There is in the child a special kind of sensitivity which leads him to absorb everything about him, and it is this work that alone enables him to adapt himself to life.”
Children are at the center of all that we do.
Our Values
The Light in Every Child
We see and nurture the potential in every child. We witness it every day when a student accomplishes something new—their excitement and confidence reflect the joy of learning. These moments inspire everything we do at Top Hat Childcare. We believe children who grow up with a love for learning are best prepared to face future challenges.
How are we different from other schools?
Top Hat Childcare is an Early Learning Center serving Gaithersburg, Montgomery Village, and upper Montgomery County communities in Maryland. We provide full-day, year-round programs for working families and are committed to the safety, well-being, and development of every child. Our programs and pricing are designed to support families with young children, giving you peace of mind while you work. Below are some of the features we offer:
Our curriculum is tailored to each child’s needs and includes weekly themes, letters, and numbers
Staff-to-student ratios:
- 1:3 for children under 2 years
- 1:6 for ages 2–3
- 1:10 for ages 3–6
Bright, engaging classrooms designed to support learning
Located near Flower Hill Way in a quiet, safe neighborhood
Secure facility with monitored access
Two spacious, secure playgrounds
Convenient access to Rt. 355, Rt. 28, and I-270 from Gaithersburg, Rockville, Germantown, and North Potomac
Open Monday through Friday from 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM
Early Bird and Extended Day programs available
Online parent communication with daily updates on meals, naps, and activities
No teacher workdays or early closings
One monthly tuition with no hidden fees
Closed only on major holidays and during severe weather conditions (New Year’s Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, and the day after, Christmas Day), and for weather only when the roads are not safe for travel
Testimonials
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