Early Childhood Services
Learn more about the Early Care and Education (ECE) Initiative.
Building a Strong Start for Every Child

Montgomery County Early Childhood Services is dedicated to ensuring that every child has access to high-quality early care and education.
Where we are going…
Montgomery County’s children aged birth-5 will thrive in environments that nurture and enrich their unique developmental journey.
What we do…
ECS provides support, tools, strategies, and resources to caregivers to positively impact the developmental environments for children.
- Workforce Development: Through personalized coaching, professional development, and tailored support, the team helps early-childhood educators build skills and advance their careers.
- Family Support: Families receive parenting resources, guidance, and answers designed to meet their unique needs and empower them along their child-care journey.
- Community Leadership: Staff members actively participate on local and state steering committees, workgroups, and advisory boards to represent the interests of children, families, and providers.
Contact Us
- Hours of Operation: 8:30 am - 5:00 pm
- CCSS@MontgomeryCountyMD.gov
- 240-777-GROW (4769)
- 1401 Rockville Pike, Suite 200 Rockville, MD 20852
- Follow us at @DHHSCCSS on Facebook, Twitter (X), and Instagram
A login account gives you access to everything.
Click on the "Register" link at the top right of any page and request access to get started.