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Winding Orchard Kids Playhouse, Silver Spring

Based on 21 reviews

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CURRENT OPENINGS: All ages!
💥Limited-Time Offer:💥Enroll before July 31, 2026, and get 1 week of FREE tuition! (offer applied after 3 months of attendance).

Location:

Welcome to Winding Orchard Kids Playhouse! Our licensed home-based daycare and preschool program is located in the Winding Orchard neighborhood of Silver Spring, MD. We provide a warm, family-like setting for parents looking for trusted child care in Silver Spring.

Our daycare is conveniently located near Glenallan Elementary School, just off Randolph Rd and Georgia Ave (MD 97). We are also close to John F. Kennedy High School, Glenmont Shopping Center, and Glenmont Metro Station, making our location an ideal option for many families in and around Silver Spring and the Glenmont area.

Program:

Winding Orchard Kids Playhouse is open year-round, Monday through Friday from 7:00 am to 5:30 pm. We offer flexible full-time and part-time child care for infants starting as young as 4 weeks old, as well as toddlers and preschoolers. We also provide before and after-school care for school-age children up to 12 years old. Our program is designed to support children through each stage of early growth, from the infant months through the toddler and preschool years, and into the school-age years.

Nutritious, well-balanced snacks are provided daily and are included in tuition. We also offer a lunch option for an additional fee, and you can contact us through CareLuLu to learn more. To help keep children with allergies safe, Winding Orchard Kids Playhouse maintains a peanut-free and tree-nut-free environment.

About Me:

Hello parents! 👋 I am the proud owner and primary caregiver of Winding Orchard Kids Playhouse. I have over 12 years of hands-on child care experience, and I hold a Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education and an Associate’s Degree in Business Administration. This background allows me to provide a strong early learning foundation within a well-organized, professional, and nurturing child care environment.

I have also earned a Level 3 rating in the Maryland EXCELS program, which reflects my commitment to maintaining high standards in early childhood care and continuous program improvement. As a mother of three, I understand how important it is for parents to find a daycare where their child feels safe, loved, and supported each day.

In addition to English, I am fluent in Tigrinya and Amharic, and I would be happy to introduce your child to the basics of these languages upon request. I believe in helping children build confidence, communication skills, and cultural awareness through meaningful early learning experiences.

For your peace of mind, I am CPR, First Aid, and MAT-certified, and I am committed to maintaining a safe, caring, and dependable environment for every child in my care. At Winding Orchard Kids Playhouse, your little one will be cared for with patience, compassion, and dedication.

Thank you for taking the time to learn more about our program. Please contact us through CareLuLu to schedule a tour, see our welcoming home daycare environment firsthand, and learn whether Winding Orchard Kids Playhouse is the right fit for your family. 🥰

Parent Reviews

Cody A.
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Posted 1 month ago
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It can be hard as a new parent to trust someone to take care of your child, but as soon as we met this caregiver, we knew our son would be in excellent hands. Our son is always smiling for her and her team, and we can see how much they truly care for him. We are so thankful to have found this family child care and highly recommend them to anyone looking for compassionate child care.
Response from the provider:
Thank you so much for your kind and thoughtful words. We truly understand how difficult it can be to trust someone with your child, especially as a new parent, and it means a great deal to us that you felt confident in our care from the very beginning. It brings us so much joy to see your son happy and smiling each day. Caring for him is a privilege, and we are grateful for the trust you place in us. Our team is dedicated to providing a loving, safe, and nurturing environment for every child, and your appreciation means the world to us. Thank you again for your recommendation and for being a part of our childcare family.
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Shira G.
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Posted 9 months ago
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We are so happy with this child care facility! Such a happy and warm environment, the owner and her staff always welcome my child with a huge smile, and if he's upset, they make sure to know what makes him happy and have it ready for when we come. Also my child has learned so much, I was blown away from what he learned in day care. I recommend this place wholeheartedly.
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Stephanie L.
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Posted 1 year ago
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Our daughter stayed with this provider from 5 to 15 months old. She was warm and welcoming and it felt like we were leaving her with a member of the family. I always felt she was safe and loved. She was very easy to work with and flexible and our daughter loved making friends with the other children in her care.
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Dominique H.
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Posted 1 year ago
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This was the very first place I trusted with my baby boy and I knew he was in great hands right after our first meeting/ tour with this provider! We initially visited a few more places after her and came right back! No one else met us with such warmth, guidance, patience and compassion. My son thrived as he learned how to play with other children. He really gained a lot by the structure in place. It brings me much peace to know that if I have another child, I can bring them here for great care. 10/10 Experience.
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Jocelyn D.
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Posted 1 year ago
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We joined this daycare when our daughter was 11 months old. As a first time mother who had stayed at home with our child until then, I was very nervous to leave her. Those concerns were quickly allayed when we first met and interviewed the owner. Our daughter instantly seemed at home. A year and a half later, the staff has played an integral role in the development and growth of our child. From the beginning, they have helped to create and reinforce routines including sleep schedules and now potty training. They create a loving, nurturing and personal environment that feels more like family. I would recommend this provider to all families and especially nervous, first time parents.
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Kara K.
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Posted 1 year ago
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We have loved having our toddler at this day care! The providers are so caring and attentive, and they offer a great mix of play/fun, outdoor time, structure and learning. Our son has grown and learned so much since starting there almost two years ago and has had a blast every day. We always feel confident that he is in loving, capable and safe hands there and recommend 100%!
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Veronica C.
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Posted 2 years ago
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I'm so happy I was able to find this provider for my daughter. My daughter has been attending this daycare for 6 months and she loves her teachers, she runs towards them with a big smile every morning. I was very nervous at first, but with time I was able to trust them and see the way they care for my daughter with much love and kindness. The provider is always open to listen and reassure me if I have any concerns or questions and that says a lot about her commitment to care for the children. I'm really pleased with the care my infant receives from this provider and the teachers.
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Arielle S.
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Posted 2 years ago
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This provider is amazing! I was nervous about leaving my 6 month old when I had to return to work, but she made it so easy! Now my son is 1 and he has a giant smile on his face at drop off when he sees her. He is clearly happy there and the love she has for the children is so evident. I don't hesitate for one moment leaving my child there.
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Rita P.
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Posted 2 years ago
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The owner and her team are amazing and so welcoming. They are truly like our extended family and my child (infant) absolutely loved this daycare. One of my biggest worries when looking for childcare (like most first-time working moms) was finding a safe, and loving environment for my child. Once we met her we were no longer worried. With her and her daycare we felt a sense of genuine warmth and commitment to children and their development. They are kind, patient, and attentive with each and every child. The daycare worked with us every day to not only provide an amazing environment for our daughter but also help us as parents get used to sending her to daycare and work on things we may be concerned with such as sleep schedule and solids. Thank you for everything! We are so thankful to you for making my daughter feel at home and also give us as parents the confidence of leaving her in more than capable hands. Cannot thank you enough.
Response from the provider:
Rita, thank you so much for your review and recommendation.
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Karmah E.
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Posted 3 years ago
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We feel INCREDIBLY lucky to have found this daycare provider (and her wonderful team) for our son. He gets excited as we pull up every morning and can’t wait to go inside. He’s made wonderful developmental progress on every front since starting with her six months ago, and it’s clear that she views childcare as not just a job but a passion / calling. The peace of mind we get from leaving him in such capable hands everyday is priceless.
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Sara B.
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Posted 3 years ago
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We’ve had such a wonderful experience with this family child care over the years. Our older daughter attended and had an amazing foundation, and now her younger sister is thriving there too. The staff are incredibly caring, attentive, and genuinely invested in the well-being and development of every child. The environment is safe, nurturing, and full of learning and fun. It’s been such a positive experience that we’ve recommended several family members to enroll their children here as well—and they’ve had the same great experience. We’re so grateful for the love and support our girls have received from the owner and her team. Highly recommended! Michael
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Maija W.
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Posted 4 years ago
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The provider and the other teachers give a lot of love and personal attention to the children. Our son had trouble taking a bottle at first, but they worked with him until he got it (and invited me to come nurse at lunch times in the meantime). They were also willing to learn to use our cloth diapers (pockets), which they immediately mastered. We toured 6 different home daycares and none of them felt right until we met this provider. We are so thankful that we found this daycare. Plus, the provider is working on a degree in early childhood education and generally displays lots of interest in development topics. They have a no-screen policy and do lots of activities and songs with the kids which strengthen important milestones (like clapping!). He started at age 6 mos and is now nearly 10 mos. I can't imagine sending him anywhere else.
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Monica G.
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Posted 5 years ago
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If you want peace of mind and the assurance that your child is safe and well taken care of, then this provider is the best.
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Maureen M.
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Posted 6 years ago
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This provider has really helped our daughter flourish! Its a great place for a wide variety of ages. She has learned so much with this provider, and it so nice to know she is well taken care of while we are at work. She runs a structured yet fun day, with a good variety of learning of fun. Recommend 100%
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Kirk S.
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Posted 6 years ago
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Our 2/y/o daughter has been with this provider since she was an infant, and LOVES this home daycare. The operator and staff treat her like family, and the environment is the most loving we've had of any care option we've experienced with our three children. She's learning above her developmental level, and is nearly potty trained at 2 thanks to the efforts of her caregivers. Highly recommended.
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Thenu T.
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Posted 6 years ago
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This is a great place for your kid. This provider and her assistants are awesome. They take care of the kid as their own. Very approachable teachers. They will love and care for your kid more than anyone.Your child will learn good habits, and will love the place. This is my child’s second home and I am so grateful!!
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Valeria E.
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Posted 8 years ago
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I strongly recommend this provider She has taken care of my 2 kids. She really cares and walks the extra mile for the kids. Behavior therapist for my kid gave her a great review as well. She teaches different languages. This is really a home environment for kids and they make progress with her.
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Nathan L.
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Posted 9 years ago
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This provider is an amazing teacher! Our daughter has been attending her daycare since she was 4 months old, we couldn't be happier with the care that she gets. The daycare space is bright and clean. This provider has a wealth of experience working with young children and the results are clear with our young daughter. We feel very lucky to have found T. and her daycare.
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Jessica L.
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Posted 9 years ago
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This is an amazing teacher. Our daughter started with her at 4 months old and we have been very impressed with this provider. and her daycare. The daycare space is bright and clean. She has an immense amount of experience working with young children and we clearly see the results of that in our daughter's development. We could not be happier with the care that our daughter receives.
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Askalu M.
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Posted 9 years ago
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I would recommend this provider as a care giver for children. She has a firm understanding of their needs and her program is fresh and modern.
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Bintou G.
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Posted 9 years ago
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My child enjoys going to the daycare. I have peace of mind everyday as, she, not only has a chance to do her homework and get help from this provider with the tutoring, but she also gets to play with the other kids. She looks forward to going everyday. Thank you to this provider's hardwork and dedication. Bintou
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Meet The Staff
Owner
Bachelor’s in Early Childhood Education and an Associate’s in Business Administration
12 years of experience, mom of 3
Home-based
Hours
7:00am - 5:30pm
Ages
4 weeks - 12 years
Kindergarten
No
Before School Care
Yes
After School Care
Yes
Accreditation
No
Meals Provided
Yes (extra fee)
Transportation
No
Facilities
  Fenced Facilities
  Multipurpose Room
  Library