About Us

Children & Company Preschool, founded in 1971, offers programs for 2-, 3- and 4-year-olds. Our educational approach centers on the premise that “children’s play is their work." We believe that children learn more effectively when their activities are self-chosen, self-directed, and connected to their own life experiences.

At Children and Company, each child is able to make choices and follow his or her own interests. The atmosphere of free exploration allows each child to develop his or her creative potential.

We acknowledge and respect a child’s need for security in his or her environment. A child needs to trust in adults who provide caring guidance with few, but firm limitations. A child needs a sense of belonging, fostered by whole class and small group activities, as well as a predictable routine in the school day. Routine provides a dependable framework within which children will feel comfortable as they play, learn, and explore.

Our preschool is a cooperative run by its members. We believe that children benefit greatly from active parent involvement in their education. Parents also benefit from the opportunity that our school provides for observing their children at work, building a partnership with the teachers, and learning from their experiences with other parents.

We are fortunate to have a large and inviting classroom space that offers many resources for implementing our curriculum and enhancing our children’s development.

Children & Company Preschool is licensed by the state of Maryland and guided by
the principles of the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC).