Academy Child Development Center in Potomac, MD, is a nonsectarian early learning program serving 20 students with a student鈥搕eacher ratio of 10:1.
Founded in 1981, the school operates in an urban/large town area, providing early childhood child care and development services.
The center employs 2 teachers and maintains an average class size of 15, supporting a racially diverse student population with 17.86% students of color.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool
- Enrollment: 20 students
- Average class size: 15 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool
Year Founded
1981
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
20 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
18%
State avg.: 38%
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
National avg.:
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
2%
Average Class Size
15 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
Tuition costs vary and change each year. Please contact admissions for more information.
Admissions Director
Toni Brown
Admissions Associate
Megan McHale
Application URL
School Notes
- Nursery children must be 3 or 4 years of age by September 1st to be eligible for enrollment.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Academy Child Development Center?
The application deadline for Academy Child Development Center is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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