Montgomery Child Care Association (MCCA)

Montgomery Child Care Association (MCCA) offers an Infant and Toddler Program for children ages 3 to 18 months, a Preschool Program for children ages 2 to 5 years, a School Age Program for children ages 5 to 12 years, and Summer Adventures for children ages 5 to 12 years. The School Age Program includes games, arts, outdoor exploration, and snacks, and the Summer Adventures program includes themed activities and games. The Preschool Program follows the Creative Curriculum®.

Programs

• Infant and Toddler Program — 3 to 18 months · Nurturing Beginnings for Infants & Toddlers; warm environment centered on growth and development.
• Preschool Program — 2 to 5 years · Play-Based Learning for Preschoolers; follows the Creative Curriculum® and supports school readiness.
• School Age Program — 5 to 12 years · Safe & Engaging Spaces for School Age Children; before- and after-school program with games, arts, outdoor exploration, and snacks.
• Summer Adventures — 5 to 12 years · Exciting summer program with themed activities, games, and weekly rates.

At a glance

• Ages: 0–12 years old

About the provider

MCCA started its work in 1968 and is described as the oldest nonprofit licensed child care provider in Montgomery County, with more than 50 years of child care service. It is a nonprofit child care provider that strives to deliver high-quality child care and play-based education, professional training for child care providers, advocacy for affordable quality child care for families of all income levels, and better training, pay, and benefits for child care professionals. MCCA has been recognized by the Maryland State Legislature with a Proclamation in 2016 and was selected as a 2018 nonprofit finalist for a MOXIE Award for boldness and innovation. Its teachers and aides meet or exceed professional requirements established by the Maryland State Department of Education, and staff participate in the MSDE Child Care Credentialing program.

MCCA is open to all and admits children of any race, color, national and ethnic origin. It does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, age, sex, disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law in its educational policies, admission policies, financial aid, or other sponsored activity. Licensed and accredited child care programs provide a secure, comfortable environment with clear and consistent limits.

Last updated October 30, 2026.