Havre de Grace, Maryland · Since 1995

Every child is gifted. Give yours a great start.

PlayPlace America is a licensed child care and learning center at 880 Otsego Street in Havre de Grace, MD. We care for children from 6 weeks to 12 years old, Monday through Friday from 6:00 am to 6:00 pm, in a safe, loving, warm and caring place to learn and grow.

Schedule a Tour Call 410-939-7065

Bright, open classrooms inside PlayPlace America decorated for fall

PlayPlace America building on Otsego Street in Havre de Grace with its colorful sign

Ages: 6 weeks – 12 years
Hours: Mon–Fri, 6 am – 6 pm
Quality rating: Maryland EXCELS Level 3
Serving families: Since 1995

At a glance

What families should know about PlayPlace America

We are among the most affordable and convenient child care programs in the region, and our hours are hard to beat: open 12 hours a day so you can get to work and back. We accept Purchase of Care (Maryland Child Care Scholarship), and we offer transportation to Havre de Grace Elementary and Meadowvale Elementary.

Call 410-939-7065 for current tuition rates and openings.

Address: 880 Otsego Street, Havre de Grace, MD 21078
Hours: Monday–Friday, 6:00 am – 6:00 pm
Ages: 6 weeks to 12 years
Programs: Infant, toddler, preschool, before/after school, summer camp
Payment: Purchase of Care accepted
Phone: 410-939-7065
Email: playplace@comcast.net

Programs

Care for every age, from first steps to fifth grade

Each age group has its own classroom, set up for how children that age learn and play.

Infant room at PlayPlace America with play mats, cribs and soft toys

6 weeks – 17 months

Infants

We follow the feeding and nap schedule you fill out for your baby. Each infant has their own crib, receiving blanket and crib sheet.

Toddler room with a playhouse, play kitchen and toy shelves

18 months – 2 years

Toddlers

A bright room built for climbing, pretend play and first friendships, with weekly themes woven into songs, stories and art.

Ages 3 – 5

Preschool

Teacher-led lessons on weekly themes through circle time, art, science, literature and music, getting children ready for school.

Kindergarten – age 12

School-age

Before- and after-school care with van and bus transportation, homework time, and summer camp when school is out.

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All the teachers and staff care for the children like they are their own. Now my two grandchildren are receiving their fantastic care.

Lynia D., PlayPlace family since 2007

Before & after school

We drive your child to and from school

School-age children ride with us to and from two Havre de Grace elementary schools, so drop-off and pick-up happen in one place, between 6:00 am and 6:00 pm.

Havre de Grace ElementaryTo and from school by PlayPlace van

Meadowvale ElementaryTo and from school by bus

Call 410-939-7065 for the latest transportation information.

White PlayPlace America child care van with handprint artwork, used for school transportation

Safety & quality

Licensed, rated and trained

Since 1995, we have given many children a superior start in life. Our credentials show the standards we hold ourselves to.

Licensed in MarylandLicensed child care center, #54772

Maryland EXCELS Level 3Maryland’s quality rating program

Credentialed staffMaryland credentialed teachers and staff

CPR & First AidInfant and child CPR and First Aid certified

In our community

Proud sponsor of HDG Little League

“This is a Sponsor that our Teeballers Love! … There are many little ones in Havre de Grace Little League that go to PlayPlace America, or have gone there in the past. The kids get so excited when they see their banner, which hangs on our Teeball Field!”

Havre de Grace Little League

Common questions

Questions parents ask us

Where is PlayPlace America located?

PlayPlace America is at 880 Otsego Street, Havre de Grace, Maryland 21078, in Harford County. Get directions.

What are PlayPlace America’s hours?

We are open Monday through Friday, 6:00 am to 6:00 pm.

What ages does PlayPlace America care for?

We care for children from 6 weeks through 12 years old: infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children. Our school-age summer camp is for ages 5 to 12.

Is PlayPlace America a licensed child care center?

Yes. PlayPlace America is a licensed child care center in Maryland (license #54772), licensed through the Maryland State Department of Education, Office of Child Care. We participate in Maryland EXCELS at Level 3, our staff are Maryland credentialed, and our teachers are trained in infant and child CPR and First Aid.

Does PlayPlace America accept Purchase of Care?

Yes. We accept Purchase of Care, now called Maryland’s Child Care Scholarship (CCS) program. Call 410-939-7065 with any questions about using your scholarship with us.

Does PlayPlace America provide school transportation?

Yes. We provide transportation to and from Havre de Grace Elementary School by van, and to and from Meadowvale Elementary School by bus. Call 410-939-7065 for the latest transportation details.

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Come see the classrooms for yourself

Tours are welcome. Call or send a message and we will set up a time that works for your family.

Schedule a Tour Call 410-939-7065