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About

Dua’s Playhouse is a home daycare and preschool in the Shady Grove Village neighborhood of Gaithersburg, MD. Owned and operated by Beenish Iqbal, Dua’s Playhouse uses a play-based curriculum. English is the primary language, with Urdu available as a second language upon request. The program is open year-round, Monday through Friday, from 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., with full-time and part-time child care for infants as young as 6 weeks. Children up to age 12 can also participate in before- and after school care.
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Stan M.
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Posted 6 months ago
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I couldn’t be happier with our experience at this daycare. From the very beginning, This caregiver has been incredibly warm, attentive, and professional. She truly cares about the children and create a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment where kids can learn and grow. The daily activities are well-structured and educational, while still being fun and age-appropriate. I really appreciate how she keeps parents informed with regular updates, photos, and feedback about our child’s progress and day-to-day experiences. What stands out most is her genuine kindness and patience, it gives me peace of mind knowing my child is not only well cared for, but also happy and excited to go each day. I’ve seen so much positive development in my child since enrolling here. I would highly recommend this daycare to any parent looking for a trustworthy and supportive place for their child.
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Brian G.
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Posted 7 months ago
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She is a very caring daycare provider. She regularly sends us pictures and updates throughout the day. She works with us to change routines over time to match our child's development and she is responsive to our feedback. We're very happy with her.
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Julia M.
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Posted 7 months ago
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She is a wonderful daycare provider. My two daughters love going to daycare every day, and she is passionate about their growth and well-being.
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Millicent C.
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Posted 7 months ago
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We have loved having our son in this daycare center! The daycare provider is very warm and loving. We feel that our son is truly cared for and loved. As first time parents, we appreciate her wisdom and experience.
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Savanna S.
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Posted 1 year ago
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We were hesitant to send our 1-year old to daycare after only being with his parents for so long, but this provider has been so great at making him and us feel comfortable! She's been flexible with our hectic schedules and cared for him like her own. He looks forward to seeing her every day now!
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Carmen M.
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Posted 1 year ago
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We absolutely love this family child care! From the moment we first toured, we knew it was the right place for our child. The facility is always clean and well-organized, and the daily activities are engaging and educational. The teachers, especially the owner, is fantastic. They are warm, patient, and truly love what they do. We get daily updates and photos that make us feel connected, and we've seen a huge positive change in our child's social skills and confidence. This center is more than just a place for our child to go during the day; it's a supportive community that we're so happy to be a part of.
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Alma S.
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Posted 1 year ago
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our kid loves it and we always can trust the teacher
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Michael C.
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Posted 1 year ago
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I love this daycare and so does my son. The Provider Is A Very Kind lovely Person Her Daycare Really Clean And She Makes Us Feel Like Family. She Help And Learned My Son A Lot In Just A Short Time I Highly Recommend Her. Really Appreciate Her
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Jael W.
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Posted 1 year ago
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This caregiver is fantastic - a gift to my family! She provides updates and is VERY attentive to my son. This is his first daycare experience and he has blossomed under her care. He also met so many social and educational milestones in such a short time. She provides structure and makes communication with parents a breeze. Our son comes home ready for his book and bed — all signs of a well spent day!
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Atefeh F.
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Posted 1 year ago
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She was a true gift from god to us. She made us feel safe and established a trusting and loving relationship with my son. She was able to play games, run around and push Haydar to use his imagination. She was an amazing child care taker.
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Leslie L.
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Posted 1 year ago
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She is a wonderful childcare provider! She has been so wonderful with our 1 and 3 year old! She is kind, patient, and has great activities for the children. My children love going to her house and feel comfortable and safe. Her space is clean, colorful, and has a wide variety of age-appropriate materials and activities for the kids. I highly recommend!
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Home-based
Hours
6:00am - 6:00pm
Ages
6 weeks - 12 years
Kindergarten
No
Before School Care
Yes
After School Care
Yes
Accreditation
No
Meals Provided
No
Transportation
No
Facilities
•  Fenced Facilities
•  Outdoor Play Area
•  Multipurpose Room
•  Separate Nap Room
•  Playground
•  Library