Truly known
We take time to learn your child’s personality, routines, and interests—so their days here feel comfortable, familiar, and made just for them.
A boutique early-learning home · Bradley, Bethesda
A safe place to land.
A joyful place to grow.
Thoughtful care for children from six weeks through age five—where every child is known, every family is welcomed, and curiosity takes flight in a calm, beautiful home away from home.
Ages 6 weeks–5 yearsInfant careToddler careFull-time · Mon–Fri$600/week
LocationBethesda, MD · 5820 Bradley Blvd
Ages served6 weeks through age 5
SettingSmall-group home care
ScheduleFull-time · Mon–Fri 7:30–5:30
Request a private tour
The Bluebird promise
Every child grows in their own way.
We’re here for every step.
Our home for early learning is being shaped around a simple idea: children thrive when they feel secure enough to explore, understood enough to express themselves, and inspired enough to keep wondering.
We pair calm, attentive care with rich invitations to play. Teachers observe closely, prepare with intention, and make room for each child’s own rhythm—so confidence grows naturally, from the inside out.
Safe to grow
With patient guidance and steady, loving routines, children feel secure, build confidence, and feel ready to try new things.
Curious every day
Our days are full of play, time outside, real conversation, and hands-on discovery—plenty of room for children to explore, wonder, and learn.
Ages and stages
Five stages.
One bright beginning.
Our program pathways are designed around developmental seasons rather than a one-size-fits-all pace. Final classroom details and enrollment availability will be shared as opening plans are completed.
First Flight · 6 weeks–12 months
Infant Care
Responsive care, sensory discovery, and peaceful rhythms shaped around each baby’s feeding, rest, and need for connection.
Explore infant careNew Horizons · 12–24 months
Young Toddlers
Language-rich play, secure relationships, and room for new walkers to move, imitate, experiment, and begin doing for themselves.
Explore toddler careLittle Explorers · 2–3 years
Older Toddlers
Generous movement, practical experiences, creative play, and warm guidance for children stepping eagerly into “I can do it.”
Explore toddler careGrowing Minds · 3–4 years
Early Learners
Stories, inquiry, friendship, early language and literacy, and projects that turn curiosity into confident understanding.
Express interestReady to Soar · 4–5 years
Kindergarten Ready
Purposeful play, growing independence, collaboration, and the social-emotional foundation children carry into their next chapter.
Express interest
Close to their day, even when you are away
You should never have to wonder
how their day went.
Before enrollment opens, families will see our complete communication rhythm—what is shared daily, how care routines are recorded, when teachers connect personally, and how questions are answered.
Communication platform and final reporting details are still being selected. This preview shows the level of clarity we intend to provide.
Communication previewA Bluebird dayDesigned for useful, personal updates
Meals & bottles
Clear care notes that respect each child’s established rhythm.
Rest & routines
Helpful context about sleep, comfort, diapering, and transitions.
Photos & discovery
Meaningful glimpses of play and learning—not constant interruption.
A personal note
The small detail that helps home and the nest feel connected.
A day with intention
A gentle rhythm.
Endless possibility.
Predictable moments bring comfort. Spacious moments invite imagination. Each day holds both—with enough structure to feel secure and enough freedom for curiosity to lead.
Ask about our programsA warm welcome
Unhurried connection, familiar rituals, and time to settle into the day.
Invitations to discover
Open-ended materials, thoughtful questions, and play that belongs to the child.
Stories and belonging
Music, conversation, movement, and the small joys of being part of a group.
Rest and reflection
Quiet, nourishment, and gentle transitions that honor growing bodies and minds.
The questions that matter most
Trust should never
be left to guesswork.
Parents deserve clear answers before enrollment. As opening plans are finalized, Bluebird Learning Nest will publish the practical details families use to make a confident decision—not hide them behind a sales conversation.
Safety & arrival
Entry, authorized pickup, supervision, emergency, illness, and cleanliness procedures.
Teachers & continuity
Lead educator profiles, qualifications, classroom support, and how consistency is protected.
Daily connection
How families receive meaningful updates about care, learning, meals, rest, and milestones.
Program fit
Age eligibility, schedules, daily rhythm, learning approach, and transition support.
Health & nourishment
Food, allergy, medication, diapering, toileting, rest, and wellness expectations.
Tuition & calendar
Rates, deposits, included services, hours, closures, and enrollment timing in plain language.
The environment is a teacher
Beautiful spaces.
Purpose in every detail.
Our Bradley nest is envisioned as a calm, gracious extension of home. Children will find materials within reach, spaces scaled to them, and an atmosphere that says: you belong here.
Calm by design 01
A restrained palette, natural textures, and intentional organization reduce visual noise and support focused play.
Made for agency 02
Child-scaled choices encourage independence, stewardship, and the quiet pride of doing meaningful things for oneself.
Connected to nature 03
Seasonal rhythms, organic materials, and outdoor experiences keep learning rooted in the living world.
Inside the nest
The real place behind
the Bluebird promise.
These are photographs of our actual Bradley environment—thoughtfully arranged for movement, focus, nourishment, rest, and the small everyday rituals that help children feel at home.
Main activity roomOpen, organized, and ready for learning through play.
Dining areaA bright, supervised place for meals and togetherness.
Toddler napping areaIndividual cots and a calm setting for restorative rest.
Infant napping areaA peaceful room for closely supervised infant rest and care.
Diaper changing areaAn organized care station designed around comfort and hygiene.
Child-friendly bathroom & hygieneA clean, thoughtfully prepared space that supports healthy routines and everyday independence.
The homepage scene above is a concept visualization created inside our real space. Every room shown in this gallery is part of the actual Bluebird Learning Nest environment.
Meet the Bluebird Team!
Ms. Karen
Early Childhood Advisor · Founding SupporterMs. Karen brings professional education and hands-on experience in early childhood care, along with steadfast support that has guided Bluebird from the beginning.
Ms. Bahar(301) 337-0880
Early childhood educator · Family contact
Ms. Mory(301) 215-0076
Early childhood educator · Family contactThe people behind the care
Parents choose teachers,
not just classrooms.
Ms. Bahar and Ms. Mory are trained early childhood educators who pair practical experience with a genuine love of working with children. They understand that every child communicates, learns, and builds trust in their own way—and they meet each one with patience, warmth, and thoughtful guidance.
- Trained in responsive, age-appropriate early childhood care
- Experienced in building secure and encouraging relationships
- Attentive communication with children and their families
Questions or a private visit?
Call Ms. Bahar at (301) 337-0880
or Ms. Mory at (301) 215-0076.
Families belong here, too
“The best early education begins with a circle of trust around every child.”
Meaningful communication
Clear, thoughtful exchanges that keep home and school connected.
A culture of partnership
Families are welcomed as experts in their own children and valued members of the nest.
Moments that matter
Shared traditions and gatherings that turn a neighborhood program into a community.
Begin here
A thoughtful path
to joining the nest.
Private tours and pre-enrollment are open now. Every family receives a personal follow-up from Ms. Bahar or Ms. Mory to answer questions and walk through next steps.
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Request a private tour
Tell us which days and times work for your family. We will coordinate the visit personally, with no pressure and no paperwork first.
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Begin pre-enrollment
When you are ready, share a few details about your family. We confirm availability and guide you through the process.
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Get next steps
After your tour, our team will walk you through what happens next as we approach our opening.
Straight answers for families
What parents ask first.
Everything you need to know before your first tour. Call Ms. Bahar at (301) 337-0880 if you have a question we have not answered here.
How do I request a private tour?+
Private tours are available by appointment. Use the “Request a private tour” button anywhere on this page and share a preferred date and part of the day, call Ms. Bahar at (301) 337-0880, or email info@bluebirdlearningnest.com. We will coordinate the exact time personally.
Which ages does Bluebird serve?+
We welcome children from six weeks old through age five. Care is full-time and organized around each child’s developmental stage.
What are the hours and schedule?+
Bluebird Learning Nest is planned to operate Monday through Friday, 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM. Care is offered as full-time only. We observe select holidays and closures, which are shared with families when finalized.
How much is tuition?+
Full-time tuition is $600 per week. To learn about availability for your child’s age and desired start date, schedule a private tour or submit the pre-enrollment form.
How is the program structured?+
Bluebird is designed as one small home-based program, with care and activities adapted to each child’s age and developmental stage. Final group size, age mix, and staffing will follow Maryland registration approval.
What is Bluebird’s registration status?+
Bluebird Learning Nest is in the final registration approval stage. We are currently scheduling private tours and accepting free pre-enrollment inquiries. A pre-enrollment request does not guarantee placement.
How will families receive daily updates?+
We keep families closely connected through daily updates that cover meals, rest, activities, and personal notes. Our communication rhythm is designed to be meaningful without pulling teachers away from the children.
Find the nest
Easy to find.
Ready to welcome you.
Bluebird Learning Nest is located in Bethesda’s Bradley neighborhood, with a direct route ready whenever you plan your visit.
5820 Bradley BlvdBethesda, MD 20814 Get directions
Pre-enrollment now open
A welcoming first step
Begin your
pre-enrollment.
Share a few details about your family to begin the pre-enrollment process at Bluebird Learning Nest. Our team will personally follow up about availability and next steps.
- Free pre-enrollment — no fee, no commitment
- Programs for ages six weeks through five years
- Personal follow-up from Ms. Bahar or Ms. Mory
Pre-enrollment is free and places no obligation on your family. Final enrollment is subject to registration approval, program availability, and completion of required childcare forms.
Private tours by appointment
Come visit
the nest.
Request a private tour to meet Ms. Bahar and Ms. Mory, see the real space, and get your questions answered. Tell us when your family is available, and we will coordinate the exact time personally.
Bluebird Learning Nest
5820 Bradley Blvd
Bethesda, MD 20814
Connect with us
Call Ms. Bahar(301) 337-0880Questions, availability & next steps Call Ms. Mory(301) 215-0076A warm conversation with our team Email the nestinfo@BluebirdLearningNest.comWrite to us directly Get directions Request a private tourAlready submitted the pre-enrollment form? You are all set—we will contact you soon.