Gingerbread Play House

4.8(19 reviews on Google)

Preschools & Day Care listing in Frederick, MD

About Gingerbread Play House

Child care in a cozy home setting on Arctic Tern Court in Frederick, Gingerbread Play House takes preschoolers only, ages 3 to 5. The daily rhythm mixes freedom and structure, with open-ended materials, STEAM activities, music and movement, process art and outdoor play. A focus on social and life skills is meant to ready children for kindergarten. The program is run by its provider, Leisha Harrelson, and keeps hours of 7:30 a.m. to 5:15 p.m., Monday through Friday, serving neighborhoods near Route 15, Route 70 and the FSK Mall. Enrollment starts with a tour and requires a signed contract and a non-refundable holding fee equal to one week's tuition. Rated 4.8 from 19 Google reviews, 18 of them five stars.

What reviewers mention: learning (5), warm environment (4), home (4), art projects (3), learning through play (2), social skills (2), caring staff (2), structure (2), creativity (2), social development (2)

Services and details

  • Preschool program

    Yes
  • Infants and toddlersNo

  • STEM or STEAM

    Yes

  • Enrichment programs

    Yes

No information yet on pre-K class, accepts child care subsidies, tuition listed, waitlist, early drop-off or late pickup, montessori, reggio Emilia, spanish immersion, meals provided, summer camp, states an accreditation. The website did not say; call and ask.

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Questions parents ask about Gingerbread Play House

What ages does Gingerbread Play House serve?

Gingerbread Play House takes preschool-age children. It does not take infants. Ask about openings for your child's age before you visit.

How much does Gingerbread Play House cost?

Gingerbread Play House does not publish its tuition online. Call (240) 687-5832 for current rates, and ask about registration fees and sibling discounts.

Does Gingerbread Play House accept child care subsidies?

Gingerbread Play House has not said whether it accepts child care subsidies. Call (240) 687-5832 to ask. Maryland's Child Care Scholarship can only be used at programs that take part in Maryland EXCELS.

Are meals included at Gingerbread Play House?

Gingerbread Play House has not said whether meals are included. Ask whether you need to pack lunch and snacks.

What teaching approach does Gingerbread Play House use?

Gingerbread Play House offers a STEM or STEAM focus and enrichment programs. A visit is the best way to see how that looks in the classroom.

Is Gingerbread Play House licensed?

This guide does not check licenses. Look up Gingerbread Play House on Check Child Care Maryland at checkccmd.org to see its license status, verified complaints and inspection results.

Where is Gingerbread Play House and how do I contact it?

Gingerbread Play House is at 4922 Arctic Tern Ct, Frederick, MD 21703. Its phone number is (240) 687-5832. It has a 4.8-star rating from 19 Google reviews.

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