Preschool Preschool (2-5)

Gaithersburg Childcare Academy #81

6291 Madison Ave, Point Of Rocks, MD 21777

Call (209) 272-1473
28
Capacity
2 years - 5 years
Age range
1:3
State infant ratio
$1,500/mo
Maryland avg infant

About Gaithersburg Childcare Academy #81

Gaithersburg Childcare Academy #81 is a preschool located in Point Of Rocks, Maryland (21777). Licensing and inspection records are maintained by the Maryland State Department of Education — Office of Child Care. Licensed capacity is 28 children.

Cost & subsidies in Maryland

Statewide averages: $1,500/month infant, $1,080/month preschool. Most Maryland families qualify for assistance through Maryland Child Care Scholarship Program (CCS) (intake: (877) 227-0125).

Federal options stack on top: Child & Dependent Care Tax Credit (20-35% of up to $6,000), and a Dependent Care FSA ($5,000 cap). Verify which assistance programs this provider accepts directly with the center.

Before you enroll

A few quick checks every parent should do before signing a child-care contract — applies to Gaithersburg Childcare Academy #81 and any other licensed provider:

  • Verify the license is current in the state database (link above) — not expired or under restriction.
  • Tour during operating hours. Observe child-staff interactions in your child's age room.
  • Ask the actual ratio in that room (not center-wide average).
  • Ask about staff turnover in the last 12 months. Under 30% is healthy.
  • Read the parent handbook and contract before signing. Pay attention to illness policy, late-pickup fees, holiday closures, withdrawal terms.
  • Confirm which subsidies and FSA/CDCTC documentation the provider supports.
Full 30-point tour checklist

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