Howard County's Top-Ranked Preschool
Extraordinary Experiences. Meaningful Connections. Endless Opportunities to Grow.
At Your Journey Nursery & Preschool, we believe every child deserves more than a traditional early childhood education. From infancy through elementary school, we grow alongside your family, providing a nurturing foundation, innovative learning experiences, and enriching opportunities that extend far beyond the classroom.
Through hands-on exploration, agricultural education, gymnastics, dance, outdoor adventures, and thoughtfully designed learning experiences, we nurture the whole child—academically, socially, emotionally, and physically.
With nursery and preschool programs, summer camps, and before and after school care in Glenwood, Maryland, we're here for every milestone, every discovery, and every step of your child's journey.
More than childcare. More than preschool.
A community that grows with you.
“Our toddler went to YJNP and truly enjoyed his time there. The caregivers are friendly and truly care about the children and build relationships with them. They cater to each child's personalities. Miss Lexie, the owner, is incredibly kind and bubbly and adores the kids in her preschool. Our toddler learned a great deal while there and we loved how busy they kept him throughout the day. We recommend this preschool for a safe, social and educational environment for babies and preschoolers.”
— Julie
“Your Journey has been a gift to our growing family… Every teacher and staff member brings immense love to their jobs with children and we have experienced the environment and caregivers as safe, supportive, fun, and loving. It’s the next best thing to having family care. The curriculum is well designed and age appropriate and perhaps most importantly open to feedback- the activities are educational, enriching, and fun, and ideas and opinions from parents are always listened to and incorporated. There are a lot of unique field trips, family activities outside of class hours, and tons of outdoor play too…They really seek to build not just a daycare or school but a local community. I’m thrilled with the people, space, location, and overall experience with YJNP and highly recommend to anyone looking for a close knit, supportive, community-oriented, and loving childcare and preschool experience.”
- Danielle
We are all about bringing the community together. Once a month we invite families and friends to gather for a fun event or activity. Located right outside of Columbia and Ellicott City, we offer pool parties, spring flings, Santa’s workshop, or pumpkin picking; there is always something exciting going on! Meet families from our various locations. Form meaningful connections with staff and teachers. Discover new places you may not have heard of. Most of all, have fun!
Your local Howard County, Maryland Bounce house and party rentals! Located outside of Columbia and Ellicott City, we turn any backyard into a wonderland! Kids can jump, climb, and slide for hours, burning off energy and creating memories that will last a lifetime. Our rentals are a guaranteed recipe for party fun!
Is your little one blossoming with questions? Do they love exploring, creating, and making new friends? Head over to our preschool blog and discover a world of fun learning activities, a peek inside our classrooms and some tips for raising children!
Welcome to Howard County Maryland’s premier Gymnastics and dance studio! In gymnastics, kids can jump, climb, and tumble on mats, while dance lets them move to music and express themselves creatively. Both activities can help kids build strength, coordination, and confidence. We’re located right Located right outside of Columbia and Ellicott City!
Discover the magic of farm life! Nestled on 20 beautiful acres, our farm brings together the wonders of agriculture and the foundations of early childhood education to create meaningful, hands-on learning experiences. Through horseback riding lessons, farm school, summer camps, animal encounters, gardening, and seasonal events, children develop confidence, curiosity, responsibility, and a deeper connection to the natural world. We believe some of life's greatest lessons are learned beyond the classroom, where little hands get dirty, curiosity blossoms, and unforgettable memories grow!