At Apphia Family Childcare, we provide a licensed, warm home-away-from-home for your child in Germantown, Maryland. Operating out of a spacious single-family home with an intentional capacity of just 8 children, we ensure every child receives personalized care, attention, and guidance.

Our lead provider, Lawayesh Azale, is a loving mother of four who brings warmth, patience, and 19 years of teaching experience across all age groups. Holding a Master’s Degree in Early Childhood Education and a Bachelor’s Degree in Special Needs Education, Lawayesh combines high-level professional expertise with a deeply nurturing approach.

We believe every child is born with incredible potential across all areas of growth—cognitive, physical, emotional, social, and language development. Our mission is to partner with families, foster each child's unique interests, and help them achieve their highest learning potential in a safe, encouraging environment.