Business Details
19 Years
experience
Award-Winning Child Care & Preschool in Gambrills, MD
Founded in 2007, Impressionable Years has established itself as a premier childcare and early education provider serving Gambrills, Crofton, Bowie, and surrounding areas. Our 12,000-square-foot facility combines innovative educational approaches with rigorous safety protocols to create an environment where children thrive. We implement two nationally recognized curricula - The Creative Curriculum and Abeka - to ensure kindergarten readiness while maintaining a family-centered atmosphere that parents consistently praise. Our dedicated team maintains Maryland EXCELS accreditation through continuous staff training and investment in cutting-edge amenities like interactive BEAM projection games and specialized enrichment programs.With on-site safety measures including non-toxic sterilization foggers and HEPA air filtration systems, we provide parents peace of mind while delivering measurable academic outcomes: 80% of our graduates enter kindergarten already reading. Our commitment to community extends through partnerships with local nonprofits and eco-healthy certification, reflecting our holistic approach to child development.
Services
Infants Program
Toddlers Program
Preschool Program
Pre-K Program
Before/After Care
Summer Camp
Speech Therapy
Behavioral Therapy
Parent Communication App
Enrichment Programs
Details
- Year established: 2007
Highlights and features
- 12,000 sq ft child-centric facility with interactive learning spaces
- Proven 80% kindergarten reading readiness rate through specialized curricula
- Maryland EXCELS accredited with ongoing staff training programs
- Advanced safety systems including HEPA filters and non-toxic sterilization
- Onsite enrichments: Spanish, gymnastics, and baby signing programs
Associations and certifications
- Maryland EXCELS
What people say
Award-Winning Care
Safe & Clean Facilities
Kindergarten Readiness Success
Engaging Enrichments
Family-Centered Environment
Services
Infants Program
Our infant program (6 weeks-17 months) combines Magda Gerber's respectful caregiving philosophy with The Creative Curriculum. We provide sensory-rich environments that mirror home settings while emphasizing motor skill development through climbing structures and interactive BEAM projection systems. Certified caregivers implement individualized care plans that respect each baby's unique development pace while maintaining strict safety protocols with daily disinfection and HEPA air filtration.
Preschool Program
Our preschool program (2-4 years) utilizes The Creative Curriculum to develop kindergarten readiness through structured learning and imaginative play. Children engage with hand-painted murals, computer centers, and gross motor playrooms while mastering letters, numbers, and social skills. Daily enrichments include music, puzzles, and creative play, complemented by educational field trips to locations like NASA and the White House to enhance learning experiences.
Before/After Care
Imagination Station serves children aged 5-10 with comprehensive before/after school care. Our program features homework assistance, STEM activities in cooking/science labs, theater classes, and sports facilities including a basketball court. We provide transportation to local schools and use the LineLeader app for parent communication while maintaining our signature safety standards and enrichment opportunities.
Enrichment Programs
Daily enrichment activities include Spanish language instruction, gymnastics, baby signing, and music programs. Our cooking and science lab offers hands-on STEM experiences while theater classes develop self-expression. These programs are integrated across all age groups to enhance cognitive development and provide diverse learning opportunities that complement our core educational curricula.
Safety Protocols
Our comprehensive safety system includes onsite cleaners, non-toxic sterilization foggers, Germ Guard air purifiers, and HEPA filters in all HVAC units. We implement consistent classroom pods, frequent handwashing stations, and temperature screening. Staff receive ongoing training in infection control while maintaining 6-foot social distancing and mask requirements to create a virus-free environment for children and staff.
Questions
What age groups do you serve?
We serve children from 6 weeks to 10 years through specialized programs: Infants, Toddlers, Preschool, Pre-K, and Before/After Care.
What safety measures are in place?
We use non-toxic sterilization foggers, HEPA air filters, consistent classroom pods, frequent handwashing protocols, and temperature screening for comprehensive infection control.
How do you prepare children for kindergarten?
Our dual curriculum (Creative Curriculum & Abeka) achieves 80% kindergarten reading readiness through structured learning, sensory play, and field trips to educational destinations.
What enrichment activities are available?
Daily programs include Spanish, gymnastics, baby signing, music, theater, and STEM activities in our cooking/science lab for all age groups.
Do you offer before/after school care?
Yes, our Imagination Station program provides homework assistance, sports facilities, and enrichment activities for children aged 5-10 with transportation to local schools.
What accreditation do you hold?
We maintain Maryland EXCELS accreditation and Eco-Healthy certification, demonstrating our commitment to exceeding state childcare quality standards.
