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Welcome to Watchful Eye Daycare

"Academic Education With An In-Home Feel"

Opening Soon in Odenton!

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GAMBRILLS
odenton
ELLICOTT CITY
COLUMBIA

Daycare With a Purpose

Watchful Eye Daycare provides safe and educational day care centers. Our programs are designed to deliver a variety of age-appropriate activities and learning opportunities for children birth through school-age.
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About Us

Watchful Eye Daycare has facilities based in Gambrills, Ellicott City, and Columbia, Maryland. We are excited to now bring our nurturing care and educational programs to Odenton in October 2025! We provide a safe and loving environment for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers with an emphasis placed on school readiness. We are proud to have more than 25 years of experience as a licensed facility. Coming from a large family, Watchful Eye Daycare's owner and nationally accredited operator understands the importance of caring for and nurturing children. We believe this means keeping a close eye on young children for safety reasons. Even with this approach, we promote your little one's independence and intelligence through various activities.

Our Mission

Our mission is to provide the children in our care with a safe, friendly, and nurturing environment where they can be free to explore, have new experiences, and be school-ready when transitioning into the school system.
"If you want to grow a beautiful garden, you must care for it with love, patience, and dedication. The same is true when caring for children and giving them a solid foundation."
  • What Our Parents Say

    ★★★★★
    "When our baby girl started at 8 months, it took some time to adjust, but the staff were so patient and supportive. Now she’s excited to see her teachers and friends every day. The nursing room is fantastic—we’re so grateful for the loving care!"
    Kathleen K
    ★★★★★
    "Highly recommend! The teachers are amazing and there’s hardly any turnover—my son has had the same teacher the whole time, which is rare. The facility is always clean, and Parents’ Night Out is such a nice perk. I never worry when I drop him off."
    Sarah K
  • What Our Parents Say

    ★★★★★
    "Our son has been at Watchful Eye for 4 years and loves it every day. The teachers are warm and welcoming, the classrooms are bright and clean, and the curriculum is engaging. He’s learned so much here—we couldn’t recommend this center more!"
    Cassandra D
    ★★★★★
    "We’ve had an incredible experience at Watchful Eye. The teachers are caring and thoughtful, and we love that all meals are provided. They even wash clothes after spills! Parent’s Day Out is a huge bonus—highly recommend to any parent seeking quality daycare."
    Canhui W
  • What Our Parents Say

    ★★★★★
    "Our daughter has loved Watchful Eye for over a year! She’s made friends, her teachers are wonderful, and the daily activities are always fun and educational. We love the holiday events for families and the monthly Parent’s Day Out—it really feels like a community."
    Liz C
    ★★★★★
    "As first-time parents, we were nervous, but Watchful Eye exceeded all expectations. The Brightwheel app keeps us updated all day, and our son is thriving—hitting milestones, learning, and so happy. We’re so thankful for teachers' dedication and love."
    Katie P
  • What Our Parents Say

    ★★★★★
    "Our daughter began at Watchful Eye at 4 months. The communication and photo updates are outstanding, and she’s always happy at drop-off. We love the crafts, art projects, and special family events—highly recommend!"
    Michael D
    ★★★★★
    "From the moment we enrolled, we felt reassured our daughter was in great hands. The staff are caring, the facility is clean and safe, and she’s blossomed in learning and social skills. The teachers keep us updated daily, giving us peace of mind. Highly recommend!"
    Johanna S
  • What Our Parents Say

    ★★★★★
    "One of the best daycares we’ve experienced. Our son’s language and writing skills improved immensely, and teachers always responded in time. The program is high-quality and reasonably priced—Watchful Eye is an excellent choice for any family."
    Alan D
    ★★★★★
    "Very happy with how our first day went. The warm welcome, friendly staff, and constant updates on the app gave us comfort and confidence. It was such a positive start to our daycare journey—thank you Watchful Eye team!"
    Delmare E
  • What Our Parents Say

    ★★★★★
    "From the very beginning, we felt reassured our daughter was in wonderful hands. The staff are attentive. The clean, safe environment and engaging activities have helped her blossom in confidence, learning, and social skills. Highly recommend!"
    Johanna S
    ★★★★★
    "We’ve had such a positive experience with Watchful Eye. My son looks forward to school every day, and the staff are so patient and supportive—even with extra needs. The incredible playground is a huge bonus. We’re sad he has graduated—we’ll miss you all!"
    Chelsea G

Supporting Your Family Every Step of the Way

At Watchful Eye Daycare, we believe that learning doesn’t stop at the classroom door. That’s why we’ve created a Parenting Resources page—a helpful hub filled with expert tips, guides, and tools to support you on your parenting journey. Whether you’re looking for information on child development, learning activities at home, or wellness tips, we’re here to help.
Helpful Links
Access curated parenting resources and guides to support your child’s growth, development, and daily learning at home.
Insightful Blogs
Discover practical tips, research-based guidance, and inspiration for raising happy, healthy, and curious kids through our Parenting Insights blog.
Tours & Enrollment
Visit our centers, meet our team, and explore how Watchful Eye Daycare nurtures young minds. Schedule a tour or start enrollment today!
Center Based Visits
Learning doesn’t stop at storytime or circle time. It comes to life through the incredible people and experiences we welcome into our centers.
Member, National Association of Professional Women
Highest Level Rating By Maryland EXCELS Quality Rating and Improvement System (QRIS), Johns Hopkins School of EducationCertified BreastFeeding SpecialistAsthma Friendly & Eco-Healthy Child care
• National Accreditation for Family Child Care (NAFCC) • Child Development Associate Credential (CDA)• Cultural and Linguistic Competency Achievement• Participant in the Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP)
Watchful Eye Daycare Centers LLC Privacy PolicyLast Updated: April 2025
Watchful Eye Daycare Centers LLC is privately owned and operated. We are committed to providing you with valuable information, products, and services while ensuring the protection of any personal information we obtain. We uphold strict safeguards to protect your privacy as we continue to serve your needs.
By using our website, applications, products, services, features, tools, or resources, you agree to the terms outlined in this Privacy Policy and our Conditions of Use. Watchful Eye Daycare Centers LLC Privacy Policy Terms & Conditions Watchful Eye Daycare Centers LLC respects your privacy. By opting into our SMS messaging service, you agree to the following terms regarding how we handle your data: • Data Collection: We will collect your name, email address, mailing address, and mobile phone number when you sign up for SMS updates. The information will be collected via the website contact form, email, rental agreement, or third-party reservation systems. • Data Usage: By providing your phone number, you consent to receive promotional and informational SMS messages from Watchful Eye Daycare Centers LLC. We use your data solely for customer care and marketing purposes, including: schedule/confirm appointments, provide customer support, share promotions. We may also send answering customer questions and conversational messaging. • Data Security: We protect your data with secure storage measures to prevent unauthorized access. • Data Retention: We retain your information as long as you are subscribed to our SMS service. You may request deletion at any time. • MESSAGE AND DATA RATES MAY APPLY. Your mobile carrier may charge fees for sending or receiving text messages, especially if you do not have an unlimited texting or data plan. We are not responsible for any delays or delivery failures caused by mobile carriers. • Messages are recurring, and message frequency varies, but you can expect to receive messages monthly. • Contact Watchful Eye Daycare Centers LLC at +1 (410)-246-5221 or watchfuleyedaycarecenters@gmail.com for HELP or to STOP receiving messages. • Opt-Out: You can opt out of the SMS list at any time by texting, emailing, or replying STOP or UNSUBSCRIBE to watchfuleyedaycarecenters@gmail.com or +1 (410)-203-2020. After unsubscribing, you will receive a final SMS to confirm you have unsubscribed and we will remove your number from our list within 24 hours. • You can send HELP for additional assistance, and you will receive a text including our Phone number, email and website. We are here to help you. • Non-Sharing Clause: We do not share your data with third parties for marketing purposes. Watchful Eye Daycare Centers LLC will not sell, rent, or share the collected mobile numbers. Your mobile number will only be used for essential communications related to our services, such as appointment confirmations, informational updates, and promotions directly from Watchful Eye Daycare Centers LLC. Data Sharing• Customer data is not shared with 3rd parties for promotional or marketing purposes. We commit not to transfer consumer data to any external organizations under any circumstances, even with consent.• Mobile opt-in and consent are never shared with anyone for any purpose. Any information sharing that may be mentioned elsewhere in this policy excludes mobile opt-in data.Messaging Terms and Conditions• By providing your phone number and agreeing to receive texts, you consent to receive text messages from Watchful Eye Daycare Centers LLC, from 410-203-2020 regarding customer care, marketing. Consent is not a condition of purchase. Message frequency varies. Message & data rates may apply. You can reply STOP to unsubscribe at any time or HELP for assistance. You can also contact us at 410-203-2020 or watchfuleyedaycarecenters@gmail.com. Mobile opt-in information is never shared with third parties.
Changes to This PolicyWe reserve the right to update this Privacy Policy at any time. Changes will be posted on this page, and continued use of our services after updates constitutes acceptance of the revised terms.
For any privacy concerns or questions, please contact us at watchfuleyedaycarecenters@gmail.com or call 410-203-2020.
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