Sandy Ridge Academy

4.9(36 reviews on Google)

Preschools & Day Care listing in Gaithersburg, MD

About Sandy Ridge Academy

Sandy Ridge Academy is a private nursery school and preschool in Gaithersburg, housed in the educational building of a community church. The nursery school serves ages 2 through 4 on a 9am to 1pm or 9am to 3pm schedule, taught by teachers with four year degrees who are licensed by MSDE as preschool teachers. Year-round child care takes children from 18 months to 12 years, open 7:30am to 6pm Monday through Friday, with before and after care for school-age children. Monthly tuition rates are posted for the 2026 to 2027 school year. Tuition is private pay, though child care subsidy is accepted as partial or full payment. Rated 4.9 from 36 Google reviews, 35 of them five stars and one at a single star.

What reviewers mention: caring teachers (11), safe environment (9), academic growth (5), kindergarten readiness (3), experienced teachers (3), dedicated teachers (3), reading program (2), arts and crafts (2), student progress (2), genuine love and care (2)

Services and details

  • Preschool program

    Yes
  • Infants and toddlers

    Yes
  • Accepts child care subsidies

    Yes
  • Tuition listed

    Yes
  • Early drop-off or late pickup

    Yes

No information yet on pre-K class, waitlist, montessori, reggio Emilia, spanish immersion, sTEM or STEAM, enrichment programs, meals provided, summer camp, states an accreditation. The website did not say; call and ask.

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Questions parents ask about Sandy Ridge Academy

What ages does Sandy Ridge Academy serve?

Sandy Ridge Academy takes infants and toddlers and preschool-age children. Ask about openings for your child's age before you visit.

How much does Sandy Ridge Academy cost?

Sandy Ridge Academy publishes its tuition on its own website. Rates change, so confirm the current rate and any registration fee with the school.

Does Sandy Ridge Academy accept child care subsidies?

Yes. Sandy Ridge Academy 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 Sandy Ridge Academy's hours?

Sandy Ridge Academy offers early drop-off or late pickup.

Are meals included at Sandy Ridge Academy?

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

Is Sandy Ridge Academy licensed?

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

Where is Sandy Ridge Academy and how do I contact it?

Sandy Ridge Academy is at 205 S Summit Ave, Gaithersburg, MD 20877. Its phone number is (301) 926-2233. It has a 4.9-star rating from 36 Google reviews.

Listing compiled from public sources on 2026-11-12. Report a correction or request removal. Back to preschools and day care centers in Gaithersburg.