ACDC – Child Care and Education for Children Since 1981!

Serving Gaithersburg, North Potomac, Potomac, Rockville & Silver Spring, MD

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For Children since 1981!

Five Child Care Centers

  • Charles Drew Center in Silver Spring 
  • Cold Spring Center in Potomac
  • Galway Center in Silver Spring
  • DuFief Center in Gaithersburg
  • Stone Mill Center in North Potomac
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Preschool & Childcare Centers Serving Gaithersburg, North Potomac, Potomac, Rockville & Silver Spring, MD

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  1. Academy has been operating for over 43 years so we have vast experience meeting the needs of children who have working parents.
  2. We are state and nationally accredited so our program standards are monitored and evaluated.
  3. We have the EXCELS highest rating from the Maryland State Department of Education so we have been ranked just like the Good Housekeeping Seal of Approval.
  4. There is onsite parking so that parents can easily and quickly transition to work and home.
  5. Dance, soccer, physical education, music, and Spanish enrichment classes are available during the school day so that parents can spend more time at home with their children in the evenings and on weekends.
  6. Academy accepts state subsidies, military vouchers, and various payment options so that families from all economic backgrounds can afford childcare.
  7. There are 5 locations so that parents can choose the most convenient program.

Infants, Toddlers and Tiny Tots Care

FOR CHILDREN 3 MONTHS TO 3 YEARS OF AGE.

This program is offered at our Stone Mill (North Potomac) and Cold Spring (Potomac) locations.

Academy offers carefully designed environments for our youngest children, starting at three months of age. Specially trained staff nurture and guide the little ones through these formative years. Continuity of care and secure, loving relationships prepare children for their emerging independence. The Tiny Tots staff will assist with “potty training” for two and three-year-olds.  Read more…

Nursery and Pre-Kindergarten

FOR CHILDREN AGES 3-5.

These programs are offered at our Cold Spring, DuFief, Galway and Stone Mill locations.

Our programs are play-based and experiential (see program description section). Physical, social, emotional, and cognitive growth are stimulated through hands-on, real-life experiences. Developmentally appropriate practice is the foundation of the curriculum and daily schedule planning. Phonological awareness, science, and math activities are important aspects of the program and are integrated throughout the day. Read more…

FULL TIME PRE- KINDERGARTEN

Free and Reduced Tuition Scholarships funded by the U.S. Departments of Education and Health and Human Services under the authority of Sections 14005 and 14006 of the ARRA and the Department of Education Appropriations Act, 2014.

Academy Galway Campus
Silver Spring, MD 20904

 (301) 586-0080

 

Trips and Dips 2024

FOR SCHOOL-AGE CHILDREN.

We offer a licensed summer program that children return to year after year. Spaces are limited and fill early so register today! Children entering Kindergarten – 5th Grades
Trips and Dips 2024 Information

Pre-K FOR ALL

Full-Day Pre-Kindergarten Program with extended day child care options.

Free and Reduced Tuition Scholarships funded by the U.S. Departments of Education and Health and Human Services under the authority of Sections 14005 and 14006 of the ARRA and the Department of Education Appropriations Act, 2014.

Pre-Kindergarten locations: Academy @ Galway Campus 12612 Galway Drive, Silver Spring, MD 20904 (301) 586-0080 www.academychild.com information@academychild.com

Academy was awarded a PreK For All Grant because:

    • We are an accredited program with high standards.

    • We achieved the highest EXCELS rating of 5.

    • We have certified teachers and experienced staff.

    • Our curriculum is state-approved.

    • We provide licensed child care.

Call  301-424-6282 to schedule a tour.

K.A.V.E. CLUB (KIDS ACTIVE ENRICHMENT)

Child Care for school-age children

(Kindergarten through Fifth Grades)

Academy’s school-age child care provides developmentally appropriate programs for children and support for their families when school is not in session. This program is available during the ten-month school year at all of our locations and summer sessions are offered when space is available. Before School Only and After School Only operate on days when MCPS is in session. Holidays, snow days, or other MCPS closings are not included in part-day programs. Extended days (Before and After program) offer full-day child care coverage when Academy is open. Refer to Academy’s scheduled closings in this handbook and this year’s Academy Calendar. Read more

Call  301-424-6282 to schedule a tour.
Center Location: DuFief in Gaithersburg, Cold Spring in Potomac, and Galway Center, Silver Spring

Dr. Charles Drew Campus

1200 Swingingdale Drive
Silver Spring, Maryland 20905
Phone: (301) 989-0245

Email: cdacademy@academychild.com

Office Hours
Open 7 AM – 6:00 PM

DuFief Campus

15001 Dufief Drive
Gaithersburg, Maryland 20878
Phone: (301) 309-1224

Email: dufiefacademy@gmail.com

Office Hours
Open 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Cold Spring Campus

9201 Falls Chapel
Potomac, Maryland 20876
Phone: (301) 424-4318 

Email: csacademy@academychild.com

Office Hours
Open 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM

 

 

Galway Campus

12612 Galway Drive
Silver Spring, Maryland 20904
Phone: (301) 586-0080
Email: galwayacademy@gmail.com

Office Hours
Open Year Round 7 AM – 6 PM

Stone Mill Campus

14327 Stonebridge View Drive
North Potomac, Maryland 20878 
Phone: (301) 762-8206
Email: smacademy@academychild.com

Office Hours Open Year Round: 7:30 AM – 6:00 PM

Main Office

9035 Shady Grove Ct.
Gaithersburg, MD 20877
Phone: (301) 424-6282

Email: academychild@gmail.com

For the Love of Children

For those special moments in your life!

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Get in touch: Call 301.424.6282

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