Howard County Conservancy

4.8(337 reviews on Google)

Preschools & Day Care listing in Woodstock, MD

About Howard County Conservancy

Howard County Conservancy started in 1990 as a private, nonprofit land trust and now pairs land preservation with education on 232 acres at Mt. Pleasant, a 325 year old farm near Woodstock. Its Nature Preschool welcomes small naturalists at Belmont Historic Park in Elkridge, where students are outside nearly all day, with two indoor classrooms, one outdoor classroom and a natural play area. Full-day 2026 to 2027 tuition is $1,400 monthly, with optional aftercare until 5:00 PM Monday to Thursday for $250 monthly. As a participant in Maryland EXCELS it can accept Child Care Scholarship vouchers, and families can join a waitlist. Summer camps for ages 3 to 12 cover plants, birds, water and STEM. Rated 4.8 from 337 Google reviews, 281 of them five stars.

What reviewers mention: nature (32), garden (25), wedding venue (16), peaceful atmosphere (11), walking trails (9), goats (7), bird watching (7), kids camp (2), native plants (2), elegant event venue (2)

Services and details

  • Preschool program

    Yes
  • Accepts child care subsidies

    Yes
  • Tuition listed

    Yes
  • Waitlist

    Yes
  • Early drop-off or late pickup

    Yes
  • STEM or STEAM

    Yes
  • Summer camp

    Yes

No information yet on pre-K class, infants and toddlers, montessori, reggio Emilia, spanish immersion, enrichment programs, meals provided, states an accreditation. The website did not say; call and ask.

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Questions parents ask about Howard County Conservancy

What ages does Howard County Conservancy serve?

Howard County Conservancy takes preschool-age children. Ask about openings for your child's age before you visit.

How much does Howard County Conservancy cost?

Howard County Conservancy publishes its tuition on its own website. Rates change, so confirm the current rate and any registration fee with the school.

Does Howard County Conservancy accept child care subsidies?

Yes. Howard County Conservancy 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 Howard County Conservancy's hours?

Howard County Conservancy offers early drop-off or late pickup.

Are meals included at Howard County Conservancy?

Howard County Conservancy has not said whether meals are included. Ask whether you need to pack lunch and snacks.

Does Howard County Conservancy run a summer camp?

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

What teaching approach does Howard County Conservancy use?

Howard County Conservancy offers a STEM or STEAM focus. A visit is the best way to see how that looks in the classroom.

Does Howard County Conservancy have a waitlist?

Yes. Howard County Conservancy keeps a waitlist. Ask how long the current wait is for your child's age and how to get on the list.

Is Howard County Conservancy licensed?

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

Where is Howard County Conservancy and how do I contact it?

Howard County Conservancy is at 10520 Old Frederick Rd, Woodstock, MD 21163. Its phone number is (410) 465-8877. It has a 4.8-star rating from 337 Google reviews.

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