Every child deserves a solid foundation for learning and growth, as it has an effect on their learning habits and development throughout their lives. With that in mind, searching for the best preschool and kindergarten prep programs can seem like a daunting task. How do you find an environment that fosters cognitive, social, and emotional development in an inclusive, supportive environment? At Basal Preschool, we offer the perfect combination of all of those things with our robust preschool programs. Within the attentive environment we’ve carefully created, every child gets the individualized support they need in order to thrive!
Why Is Basal the Best Preschool?
“[Our daughter] has improved so much since coming to Basal! We are so happy with her progress! Thank you guys!”
“This year has been absolutely incredible for our son. He has made huge progress and I could not be happier with the staff at Basal.”
These are just a couple of testimonials shared by parents of our students, but what makes our preschool program worthy of such praise?
- A Comprehensive, Play-Based Curriculum: Most preschools in Frederick, MD follow a structure that doesn’t allow kids to be kids. Structured learning and play-based experience come together in perfect harmony here, helping the children learn in a fun, meaningful way. Hands-on activities, exploratory play, and creative expression encourage children to learn while having fun every day!
- Small Class Sizes and Individualized Attention: It’s our firm belief that large class sizes simply can’t provide the best preschool experience for kids. They don’t allow children to develop the skills they need to truly thrive. With our small class sizes, our teachers can give each child the attention they need (and deserve). This ensures that all of our students—your little ones—receive proper guidance and encouragement in their educational journey. When every child feels valued, we all win.
- Integration of Therapy Services: We’re not just a preschool. Many of our professionals are trained in pediatric therapy services, meaning they can use their experience therapy strategies in combination with curriculum. The result? An educational setting that can identify and adapt to any learning impairment a child may have.
- Emphasis on Social and Emotional Growth: Learning the alphabet, colors, days of the week, and more are important, but education should encompass more than that. Our program includes all the “textbook” lessons you expect, but we also work with the children to develop essential social and emotional skills. This is done through interactive group activities and guided play. Through these, students learn problem-solving, self-regulation, communication, and cooperation skills, setting themselves up for further educational success in the future.
- A Safe and Inclusive Learning Environment: It’s every child’s right to feel welcome and safe. This philosophy drives our emphasis on inclusivity regardless of learning ability or similar factors. We respect each other’s strength and challenges so that every child can overcome their obstacles and thrive!
Kindergarten Prep From the Experts
It’s not just the location and schedule that makes Basal the best preschool Frederick, MD has to offer. Our team includes members from the following disciplines:
Special Education | Speech-Language Pathology | Occupational Therapy | Mental Health Counseling
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2026-2027 Class Offerings
2 year-olds, max class size: 10
3 Day:
Monday/Wednesday/Friday 9:00-11:30 $630 per month
2 Day:
Tuesday/Thursday 9:00-11:30 $450 per month
Non-refundable registration fee is $100 per kid, paid through Brightwheel, cash or check
3 year olds, max class size: 12
5 Day:
Monday- Friday full day, 9-3:00; $1575 per month
3 day:
Monday/Wednesday/Friday Morning; 9:00-12:00- $630 per month
5 Day:
Monday-Friday Morning Only; 9:00-12:00 $920 per month*
2 day:
Tuesday/Thursday Full day $700 per month*
*Classes could be mixed preschool age groups 3’s/4’s depending on enrollment
Non-refundable registration fee is $100 per kid, paid through Brightwheel, cash or check
4 year olds, max class size 12
5 Day:
Monday- Friday: Full Day, 9:00-3:00 $1575 per month
5 Day:
Monday-Friday Morning Only; 9:00-12:00 $920 per month*
2 Day:
Tuesday/Thursday Full day $700 per month*
*Classes could be mixed preschool age groups 3’s/4’s depending on enrollment
Non-refundable registration fee is $100 per kid, paid through Brightwheel, cash or check
*Note- we must have at least 3 students registered for each before/aftercare slot in order to hold the service.
All Preschool Ages 5 days per week:
Before Care 8:00-9:00 Additional $210/month
After Care 3:00-5:00 Additional $265/month
Both Before & After Care Additional $420/month
All Preschool Ages 3 days per week:
Before Care 8:00-9:00 Additional $135/month
After Care 3:00-5:00 Additional $170/month
Both Before & After Care Additional $290/month
All Preschool Ages 2 days per week:
Before Care 8:00-9:00 Additional $90/month
After Care 3:00-5:00 Additional $105/month
Both Before & After Care Additional $185/month
All Preschool Ages Daily Rate:
Before Care 8:00-9:00 Additional $30/day
After Care 3:00-5:00 Additional $35/day
Both Before & After Care Additional $55/day
Drop-in Times: additional times may be open for your child, depending on availability. Written requests must be received and confirmed with at least 24 hours’ notice. Fees for drop-in times must be paid in advance or at the time of service.
Lunch 12-12:30 (on days at school already) $5 per day
Half-day $80 per day
Full-day $125 per day
Meet the Team at Frederick’s Best Preschool!
Our preschool team is made up of professionals who have dedicated their lives to helping children thrive. Get to know them on our “Meet The Team” page!
Contact [email protected] for current enrollment availability.
Preschool Activities and Schedules
During a typical day at Basal Preschool, the children partake in several different activities geared towards education, social interaction, and of course, fun! Here’s what you can expect from each of our preschool programs.
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