The Learning Bee

4.5(49 reviews on Google)

Preschools & Day Care listing in Frederick, MD

About The Learning Bee

The Learning Bee is a preschool and child care center at 8311 River Run Road in Frederick, taking children from 8 weeks through Pre-K in infant, toddler, twos, preschool and pre-K classrooms. Kindergarten readiness and play-based learning are the focus, and children get up to two hours outdoors daily in an outdoor classroom and campus garden. Music, yoga and Spanish are part of play, and a book mobile visits for storytime. An on-site chef prepares meals using produce and herbs from the garden. Doors are open from 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM, a summer camp runs, and families may qualify for the Maryland State Child Care Scholarship. The center is MSDE accredited and rated Level 5 by Maryland EXCELS. Rated 4.5 from 49 Google reviews, 42 of them five stars.

What reviewers mention: caring teachers (8), language development (3), confidence building (3), kindergarten readiness (2), family centered (2), child transition (2), individualized attention (2), quick responses (2), terrific educators (2), nurturing staff (2)

Services and details

  • Preschool program

    Yes

  • Pre-K class

    Yes

  • Infants and toddlers

    Yes

  • Accepts child care subsidies

    Yes

  • Early drop-off or late pickup

    Yes

  • Enrichment programs

    Yes

  • Meals provided

    Yes

  • Summer camp

    Yes

  • States an accreditation

    Yes

No information yet on tuition listed, waitlist, montessori, reggio Emilia, spanish immersion, sTEM or STEAM. The website did not say; call and ask.

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Questions parents ask about The Learning Bee

What ages does The Learning Bee serve?

The Learning Bee takes infants and toddlers, preschool-age children and a pre-K class. Ask about openings for your child's age before you visit.

How much does The Learning Bee cost?

The Learning Bee does not publish its tuition online. Call (301) 695-1133 for current rates, and ask about registration fees and sibling discounts.

Does The Learning Bee accept child care subsidies?

Yes. The Learning Bee says it accepts child care subsidies or certificates. Maryland's Child Care Scholarship Program, run by the Maryland State Department of Education, helps eligible families who work, study or train pay for care at programs that take part in Maryland EXCELS. New applications have been under a freeze with a waitlist since May 2025. Confirm your eligibility and the school's participation before you enroll.

What are The Learning Bee's hours?

The Learning Bee offers early drop-off or late pickup.

Are meals included at The Learning Bee?

Yes. The Learning Bee provides meals or snacks.

Does The Learning Bee run a summer camp?

Yes. The Learning Bee runs a summer camp. Ask about dates, ages and whether current students get first choice of spots.

What teaching approach does The Learning Bee use?

The Learning Bee offers enrichment programs. A visit is the best way to see how that looks in the classroom.

Is The Learning Bee accredited?

The Learning Bee states an accreditation on its website. Ask the school which organization accredits it and when the accreditation was last renewed.

Is The Learning Bee licensed?

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

Where is The Learning Bee and how do I contact it?

The Learning Bee is at 8311 River Run Rd, Frederick, MD 21701. Its phone number is (301) 695-1133. It has a 4.5-star rating from 49 Google reviews.

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