A Child's Journey Learning Center
CRAIN HIGHWAY, LA PLATA, MD 20646Childery Rating: 4/5
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Quality Indicators
See Methodology →- Overall QualityCombines daily care quality (interactions, learning, environment) with structural features like staff-to-child ratios and teacher qualifications.4 / 5
- Process QualityThe quality of daily care — caregiver-child interactions, learning activities, and the emotional climate. Drawn from the state QRIS rating, accreditations, and Head Start CLASS observations.3 / 5
- Structural QualityMeasurable features like staff-to-child ratios, group sizes, license status, and teacher qualifications. Provider-level data when available; otherwise the state regulatory baseline.5 / 5
Why this rating
This daycare earned 4 out of 5 stars overall. Process quality reflects a Maryland EXCELS rating of Level 3 (out of 5). Structural quality reflects a license in good standing. The structural rating also includes Maryland's licensing baseline — what every licensed daycare in the state must meet. Maryland caps infant ratios at 1:3, toddler ratios at 1:3, and preschool ratios at 1:10. Lead teachers must hold a High School Diploma. Teachers must complete 12 hours of annual training.
Quality Recognitions & Accreditations
- State Quality Rating
- Maryland EXCELS Level 3 (Max 5) Learn more →
- Accreditations
- National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC)Not Accredited
- National Accreditation Commission (NAC)Not Accredited
- National Early Childhood Program Accreditation (NECPA)Not Accredited
- National Association for Family Child Care (NAFCC)Not Accredited
Facility Info
- Facility type
- Child Care Center
- Age groups served
- Infants, Toddlers, Preschool, School-Age
- Licensed capacity
- 84
- Teacher-child ratios & group sizesState Minimum Displayed
Age Max ratio Max group Infants 1:3 6 Toddlers 1:3 9 Preschool 1:10 20
Teacher Credentials
- Lead teacher credentialState Minimum Displayed
- High School Diploma
Inspection History
Across 3 inspections since 2024, the issues cited most often were Children's Records & Files (1), Licensing & Administrative Compliance (1), and Building & Premises Safety (1). Of 7 total findings, 1 was critical.
See All 3 Inspection Visits
Aug 13, 20245 Findings1 Critical4 Important
- There Were Cleaning Products Observed Stored Under the Sinks in the Children's Bathrooms Upstairs13A.16.10.04A
There were cleaning products observed stored under the sinks in the children's bathrooms upstairs. There was also Clorox wipes and air freshener accessible to children in the school age classroom. All potentially hazardous products must be kept inaccessible to children in care.
- Fifteen Children's Files Were Reviewed to Include All of the Infant/toddler Files13A.16.03.02A
Fifteen children's files were reviewed to include all of the infant/toddler files. There are four children under the age of two who need documentation of updated, current immunizations. Please have the parents obtain the documentation from the physician and add to the children's files.
- The Current Staffing Patterns Were Not Poste D in All of the Classrooms13A.16.03.05B
The current staffing patterns were not poste d in all of the classrooms. The center needs to ensure the most current, accurate staffing patterns are posted in all of the classrooms or in the lobby.
- There Is a Water Damaged Ceiling Tile in the Downstairs Girl's Bathroom That Needs to Be Replaced13A.16.05.01A(1)
There is a water damaged ceiling tile in the downstairs girl's bathroom that needs to be replaced. The center must ensure a leak is not present and replace the ceiling tile with one in good condition.
- Some of the Cribs Did Not Have Tight Fitting Sheets at the Time of the Inspection13A.16.09.04A(4)(b)
Some of the cribs did not have tight fitting sheets at the time of the inspection. The crib sheets must be tight fitting so the fabric does not gap or bunch together.
Aug 8, 20241 Finding1 Important
- Complaint States a Staff Person Pulled a Chair Out From Under a Child When He Was Trying to Sit Causing Him To…13A.16.07.01
Complaint states a staff person pulled a chair out from under a child when he was trying to sit causing him to fall.Findings: Interviewed the 3 staff persons in the room at the time of the incident.The staff person who pulled the chair (#1) admits that she did it.She states she wasn't being maliciou
Feb 23, 20241 Finding1 Important
- The Complaint Alleges There Are 30 Children in the Preschool Room with One Staff Person During the Opening and Closing…13A.16.08.03A
The complaint alleges there are 30 children in the preschool room with one staff person during the opening and closing hours of the center. The licensing specialist arrived at the center at 8:15 AM. There were 18 children in the preschool room with 2 staff persons. The group included 2 toddlers, 2 t
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