Lafayette Academy

5.0(15 reviews on Google)

Preschools & Day Care listing in Gaithersburg, MD

About Lafayette Academy

Lafayette Academy in Gaithersburg teaches from a hybrid curriculum inspired by Reggio Emilia and Montessori, with real life skills and an emphasis on reading readiness and math fluency before kindergarten. Programs include infant and toddler care, pre-k, and before and after care for school-age children, with enrollment open year round for ages 0 to 12. Rooms use natural materials, and children learn through music, art and outdoor exploration, take educational field trips and try new sports each year through weekly group lessons with visiting coaches. A summer camp opens enrollment in January. Virtual and in person tours are offered. Classes also go on real world outings, and the summer schedule includes a weekly excursion. Rated 5.0 from 15 Google reviews, every one of them five stars.

What reviewers mention: safe environment (7), field trips (4), engaging activities (4), summer camps (3), academic learning (3), tennis classes (2), dedicated teacher (2), group projects (2), social learning (2), preschool (2)

Services and details

  • Preschool program

    Yes

  • Pre-K class

    Yes

  • Infants and toddlers

    Yes

  • Early drop-off or late pickup

    Yes

  • Montessori

    Yes

  • Reggio Emilia

    Yes

  • Enrichment programs

    Yes

  • Summer camp

    Yes

No information yet on accepts child care subsidies, tuition listed, waitlist, spanish immersion, sTEM or STEAM, meals provided, states an accreditation. The website did not say; call and ask.

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Questions parents ask about Lafayette Academy

What ages does Lafayette Academy serve?

Lafayette Academy 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 Lafayette Academy cost?

Lafayette Academy does not publish its tuition online. Call (301) 355-9332 for current rates, and ask about registration fees and sibling discounts.

Does Lafayette Academy accept child care subsidies?

Lafayette Academy has not said whether it accepts child care subsidies. Call (301) 355-9332 to ask. Maryland's Child Care Scholarship can only be used at programs that take part in Maryland EXCELS.

What are Lafayette Academy's hours?

Lafayette Academy offers early drop-off or late pickup.

Are meals included at Lafayette Academy?

Lafayette Academy has not said whether meals are included. Ask whether you need to pack lunch and snacks.

Does Lafayette Academy run a summer camp?

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

What teaching approach does Lafayette Academy use?

Lafayette Academy offers the Montessori method, a Reggio Emilia approach and enrichment programs. A visit is the best way to see how that looks in the classroom.

Is Lafayette Academy licensed?

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

Where is Lafayette Academy and how do I contact it?

Lafayette Academy is at 15712 Jones Ln, Gaithersburg, MD 20878. Its phone number is (301) 355-9332. It has a 5.0-star rating from 15 Google reviews.

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