Agape Early Childhood Learning Development Center
RHODE ISLAND AVENUE, BRENTWOOD, MD 20722Childery Rating: 3/5
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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.3 / 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.2 / 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 3 out of 5 stars overall. Process quality reflects a Maryland EXCELS rating of Level 1 (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 1 (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
- 87
- 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 Staff-to-Child Ratios & Group Size (4), Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (3), and Children's Records & Files (2). None of the 12 findings were critical.
See All 3 Inspection Visits
Oct 24, 20256 Findings6 Important
- One Childs Emergency Form Was Were Missing the Date of the Parent Signature.13A.16.03.04C
- One Child Part I of the Health Inventory Was Incomplete.13A.16.03.04D(1-2)
- Specialist Did Not Observe a Sub Log.13A.16.03.05D(1)
- Specialist Observed in Classroom 6 an Aide with 15 School Age Children13A.16.07.06A
Specialist observed in classroom 6 an aide with 15 school age children. Specialist observed in classroom 5A two aides alone with children alone with 3 children said to be 6 weeks to 17 months old. Specialist observed in classroom 5B an aide alone with 1 child said to be 18- 23 months old. Specialist
- Specialist Observed in Classroom 6 an Aide with 15 School Age Children13A.16.08.01A(2)(b)
Specialist observed in classroom 6 an aide with 15 school age children. Specialist observed in classroom 5A two aides alone with children alone with 3 children said to be 6 weeks to 17 months old. Specialist observed in classroom 5B an aide alone with 1 child said to be 18- 23 months old. Specialist
- Specialist Observed in Classroom 6 an Aide with 15 School Age Children13A.16.08.02B
Specialist observed in classroom 6 an aide with 15 school age children. Specialist observed in classroom 5A two aides alone with children alone with 3 children said to be 6 weeks to 17 months old. Specialist observed in classroom 5B an aide alone with 1 child said to be 18- 23 months old. Specialist
Jan 30, 20253 Findings3 Important
- Specialist and Supervisor Discussed and Reviewed This Regulation with Director.13A.16.03.06D(1)
- The Center Failed to Notify the OCC About an Incident in Which a Man Attempted to Enter the Premises and Threatened Staff13A.16.03.06E(2)
- Specialist and Supervisor Discussed and Reviewed This Regulation with Director13A.16.07.04A
Specialist and Supervisor discussed and reviewed this regulation with Director. Specialist and Supervisor observed the center not allowing parents to enter the center during pick up time.
Nov 12, 20243 Findings3 Important
- Licensing Specialist and Licensing Supervisor Observed in Classroom 5A and 5B Staff That Are Not Approved…13A.16.08.01A(2)(b)
Licensing Specialist and Licensing Supervisor observed in classroom 5A and 5B staff that are not approved infant/toddler child care teachers.
- Licensing Specialist and Licensing Supervisor Observed in Classroom 5A and 5B Staff That Are Not Approved…13A.16.08.02B
Licensing Specialist and Licensing Supervisor observed in classroom 5A and 5B staff that are not approved infant/toddler child care teachers.
- Licensing Specialist and Licensing Supervisor Observed in Classroom 5A and 5B Staff That Are Not Approved…13A.16.08.03A
Licensing Specialist and Licensing Supervisor observed in classroom 5A and 5B staff that are not approved infant/toddler child care teachers.
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