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๐Ÿ“‹ Admissions & Academics

Enrollment Policy, Procedures and Requirements

Four simple steps from your first visit to your childโ€™s first day. Every form you need is on this page.

Enrollment Process

How to join the Early Bloom family

  1. Step 1

    Schedule a Visit

    Tour our facilities and meet our directorship team.
  2. Step 2

    Family Interview

    Review center policies, schedule preferences, and child-specific needs.
  3. Step 3

    Submit Documentation

    Complete the required state forms and return them prior to the start date.
  4. Step 4

    Welcome & Orientation

    Receive classroom assignment details and prepare your child for day one.

Administrative Fees & Discounts

Clear Costs, no Surprises

Hold Slot Fee (Security Deposit)

$200 per child (non-refundable), which reserves your childโ€™s place in their classroom.

Sibling Discount

15% off for the second child and 10% off for the third and additional children, applied to equal or lower tuition rates.

Payment Schedule

Weekly tuition is due in advance by close of business on Friday for the upcoming week. We accept Zelle, direct deposit, check, cash, or automated card processing. A late fee of $15/day applies after close of business on Monday.

Operating Policy

In compliance with Maryland law, no child may remain in care for more than 14 consecutive hours within a 24-hour period.

Required Documentation

๐Ÿ“ Enrollment Forms ๐Ÿ“

Please complete and return each of these before your childโ€™s first day.

  • Fully executed Parent Provider Agreement Required

    Must be fully executed with a wet signature before your childโ€™s first day.

  • Parents' Handbook Required

    The last page of the handbook, signed with a wet signature.

  • Child Birth Certificate Required

  • Family Picture

    If Possible

  • Emergency Form Required

    OCC 1214

    View / download โ†’
  • All About My Child Required

    Helps us learn your childโ€™s routines, comforts and preferences.

    View / download โ†’

Required Documentation

๐Ÿฉบ Medical and Medication Forms ๐Ÿฉบ

We follow Maryland regulations and codes for administering medication. Medications cannot exceed one month of time.

โ˜๏ธ Important note about creams and lotions

Diaper creams, powders, lip balms, lotions, and sunscreens must have written authorization by the parent before any teacher can apply them. We follow the Maryland regulations and codes for administering medication procedures, and medications cannot exceed one month of time.

Daily Preparation

๐ŸŽ’ What to Pack ๐ŸŽ’

  • Infants & Toddlers

    A sufficient supply of disposable diapers, wipes, and diaper creams (form authorization required).
  • Clothing

    Two full sets of season-appropriate, clearly labeled changes of clothes.
  • Rest Time

    A labeled toddler nap mat with attached blanket or pillow for children ages 2+.
  • Footwear

    Closed-toe shoes are required at all times โ€” no flip-flops or open-toed sandals.

Maryland State Law

Child Care Hours

EBA provides flexible childcare options, including full-time, part-time, and before-and-after-hours care. In compliance with Maryland childcare regulations, no child may remain in EBA's care for more than 14 consecutive hours within 24 hours.

Families must select one care option per day โ€” either full-time/part-time or before-and-after-hours โ€” as combining multiple options within the same day is not permitted. While drop-off and pick-up times are flexible within operating hours, they must align with the chosen care option.

Additionally, children may attend EBA on both weekdays and weekends, provided they follow the same designated schedule (full-time/part-time or evening) for all selected days.

Hours of Operation

Choose the schedule that fits your family

  • Full-Day Program

    Monday โ€“ Friday

    7:30 AM โ€“ 5:30 PM

  • Part-Day Program

    Monday โ€“ Friday

    7:30 AM โ€“ 1:00 PM

  • Before Care

    Monday โ€“ Friday

    6:00 AM โ€“ 9:00 AM

  • After Care

    Monday โ€“ Friday

    3:00 PM โ€“ 6:00 PM

  • Weekend Care

    Saturday & Sunday

    8:00 AM โ€“ 4:00 PM

Every Child Matters

Start Your Enrollment Application

Questions about a form or a fee? Our director will walk you through it.

Or call us on 202-538-6160

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