About Play And Learn

An experienced educator. Loving care. A joyful place to learn.

Play And Learn Child Care provides high-quality early learning experiences through play, meaningful relationships, and individualized care for every child.

Our Story

Play And Learn Child Care is licensed and registered as program No. 260713 under the Maryland State Department of Education, Division of Early Childhood, Office of Child Care.

Our provider meets the training and professional requirements established by Maryland child care licensing authorities. We are certified in CPR and First Aid, hold Maryland EXCELS Level 5, are accredited by the National Association for Family Child Care (NAFCC), and are active members of the Maryland State Family Child Care Association.

Our Mission

We want every child to feel secure, valued, and excited to learn. Through loving relationships, thoughtful teaching, and engaging spaces, we support the whole child — socially, emotionally, physically, cognitively, and linguistically.

“Every child is unique and has their own rhythm.”

Meet Our Provider

Dedicated experience in early childhood education

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Luz Contreras

Provider & Early Childhood Educator

Luz holds a bachelor's degree in Early Childhood and Elementary Education and has 15 years of experience in education. As the provider of Play And Learn Child Care, she is committed to offering children and families high-quality care, education, and support.

Our Philosophy

Play and learn with love, dedication, and purpose

Individualized Learning

We respond to each child's individual strengths, interests, needs, and pace of development.

Spanish Immersion

A high-quality Spanish immersion environment that encourages communication, language development, and cultural awareness.

Healthy Beginnings Curriculum

We use the Healthy Beginnings curriculum to support development and learning from birth through three years of age.

Family Partnerships

We invite parents to share their culture, customs, and primary language so activities celebrate every child's identity.