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The Young School Early Education Program (8251 Tamar Dr)

Daycare center in Columbia, MD. 8251 Tamar Dr, Columbia, MD 21045

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The Young School Early Education Program (8251 Tamar Dr) in Columbia, MD
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About the program

The Young School Early Education Program (8251 Tamar Dr) is a licensed daycare center in Columbia, Maryland. Its licensed capacity is on the state record.

The Young School of Kendall Ridge provides daycare and preschool services for children aged six weeks to five years in Columbia.

The program follows a Reggio Emilia approach and includes meals.

It accepts child care subsidy.

Reggio EmiliaMeals includedClassroom camerasOnline tour bookingAccepts subsidy

Tuition and capacity

Tuition: not listed. The Young School Early Education Program (8251 Tamar Dr) does not publish a fee schedule on its website.

Licensing and safety

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Licence typeChild Care Center · 257440
Licence statusActive
Licensed capacityNot listed
Maryland EXCELSMaryland EXCELS 5
Source: Maryland State Department of Education, Office of Child Care. Last synced September 18, 2026.

Maryland publishes inspection reports on its own site. Open the state record to read this program's inspection history in full.

What parents say

The Young School has been an incredible place for our son's early learning journey. The director(Ms.Melissa)of the school is very professional, exceptional and welcoming.The educational director (Ms.Hanna) is very professional and dedicated to her work. The director of the forest cottage (Ms.Kisha) is amazing and hard working. All teachers of the the school are go above and beyond to create a safe,nurturing, and…

Zahira Batool (Zara) · 5/5 on Google · 10 months ago

I have sent three kids to this school and love the fact that so many teachers have been there 20+ years. My kids are treated as individuals and the teachers work to help each child be successful. It is always a partnership between the school and home. I love that my kids get to enjoy extracurriculars (soccer, Fun Bus, music, etc.) and the curriculum is child-led, which allows the kids to explore ideas and concepts…

Stefanie Folta · 5/5 on Google · 7 months ago

My son has attended the young school for 2 years now and it has been a great experience for him and us. I really appreciate the schools approach to learning and social development. I can see the improvements my son has made and he is building a great foundation to prepare him for primary school. My son enjoys every day he has at school and is always excited to share his daily experiences with us. I can tell the staff…

Dave Just · 5/5 on Google · 10 months ago

My review is long overdue! We’ve attended The Young School at Kendall Ridge for over 7 years with multiple children. I can tell that the new director, office admin and staff truly care and are actively investing in the continued improvement of the school, the connections with the parents, teachers and community, and fostering a rich environment for the child. The staff actively seek conversations with parents and are…

Allison Schafer · 5/5 on Google · 11 months ago
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Getting there

8251 Tamar Dr, Columbia, MD 21045

Questions about The Young School Early Education Program (8251 Tamar Dr)

Is The Young School Early Education Program (8251 Tamar Dr) licensed?

Yes. The Young School Early Education Program (8251 Tamar Dr) holds an active Child Care Center licence from Maryland State Department of Education, Office of Child Care (licence 257440). The state record was synced in September 2026.

How much does The Young School Early Education Program (8251 Tamar Dr) cost?

The Young School Early Education Program (8251 Tamar Dr) does not publish tuition on its website. Ask for the full fee schedule on a tour, including registration, supply and late pick-up fees. The program accepts child care subsidy.

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