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Highland Playschool
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About Highland Playschool
Highland Playschool is a licensed child care center in Highland, Maryland. It is licensed by the state.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. It describes a Play-based approach, with after-school care, before-school care, infant care and pre-k.
Maryland State Department of Education, Office of Child Care made 5 visits in the last 3 years and cited 3 rules across 2 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsPreschool / pre-KBefore- and after-schoolSummer camp
Ages served: infants, toddlers and preschoolers
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers and preschoolers
- Hours today
- Closed today
- Capacity
- Not listed
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Infants, toddlers and preschoolersFrom the state license. It lists: Infants through pre-K |
|---|---|
| Programs | After-school care, before-school care, infant care, pre-k, preschool, summer camp and toddler care |
| Approach | Play-based |
| Daily life | Snacks provided |
| Transportation | Transportation (transportation included in Before & After School Care; serving Pointers Run and Clarksville Elementary) |
| Parent updates | Parent app (brightwheel) |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Highland Playschool has not listed its tuition.
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State record
Inspection reports for Highland Playschool
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Licensed Child Care Center
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers and preschoolers
Summary
5 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Feb 11, 2026: 2 rules cited
Rules cited on 3 of 5 visits · 3 rules in all
- Food and nutrition 1
- Records and paperwork 1
- Discipline and child guidance 1
For comparison: 73% of Maryland daycares had at least one rule cited in the last 3 years; the typical daycare had 3.
A cited rule is what an inspector found on the day of a visit. It is not a rating of the daycare today.
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Feb 11, 2026Inspection2 rules cited
13A.16.12.04F(3)
“LS observed lunches being stored in children's backpacks with ice packs in the lunch boxes. Facility must store all perishable and potentially hazardous food in the refrigerator maintaining a temperature of at least 40 degrees.”
13A.16.03.04C
“From the sample reviewed, LS did not observe all of the required information on each child's emergency form. Facility must have all missing information corrected and immediately submit evidence of corrected forms.”
Feb 11, 2026Inspection2 rules cited
13A.16.12.04F(3)
“LS observed lunches being stored in children's backpacks with ice packs in the lunch boxes. Facility must store all perishable and potentially hazardous food in the refrigerator maintaining a temperature of at least 40 degrees.”
13A.16.03.04C
“From the sample reviewed, LS did not observe all of the required information on each child's emergency form. Facility must have all missing information corrected and immediately submit evidence of corrected forms.”
Oct 2, 2025Complaint investigation1 rule cited
13A.16.16.06C(1)
“It was reported that the education teacher is not present in the classroom each day to implement the educational program as required.”
- Aug 6, 2025VisitNo rules cited
- Jan 24, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
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FAQ
Questions about Highland Playschool
Is Highland Playschool licensed?
Yes. Maryland State Department of Education, Office of Child Care lists it as licensed and operating.
When was Highland Playschool last inspected?
Maryland State Department of Education, Office of Child Care lists the most recent visit on February 11, 2026, with 2 rules cited. It lists 5 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Highland Playschool had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 3 rules across 3 of 5 visits in the last 3 years. For comparison: 73% of Maryland daycares had at least one rule cited in the last 3 years; the typical daycare had 3. A cited rule is what an inspector found on the day of a visit. It is not a rating of the daycare today.
What are Highland Playschool's hours?
Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Highland Playschool cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (301) 778-1020 to ask.
What is Highland Playschool's phone number?
(301) 778-1020.
Where is Highland Playschool?
Highland, MD 20777.