Bambini Child Care Center
D MARYLAND 3 NORTH, GAMBRILLS, MD 21054Childery 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
- 92
- 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 6 inspections since 2024, the issues cited most often were Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (4), Children's Records & Files (3), and Licensing & Administrative Compliance (2). None of the 13 findings were critical.
See All 6 Inspection Visits
May 6, 20252 Findings2 Important
- Licensing Specialist Observed Several Children Missing Lead Tests During the May 2, 2025 Inspection13A.16.03.04E
Licensing Specialist observed several children missing Lead Tests during the May 2, 2025 inspection. Facility stated that they have received a few, but are still waiting for parents to give them copies.
- Licensing Specialist Observed 1 Staff Member Who Did Not Have a Medical Evaluation at the Time of Inspection on May 2,…13A.16.03.05C
Licensing Specialist observed 1 staff member who did not have a medical evaluation at the time of inspection on May 2, 2025. Facility still has not received Medical Evaluation for M.B. at the time of follow-up inspection. Licensing Specialist received one staff member's Basic Health and Safety certi
May 2, 20254 Findings4 Important
- Licensing Specialist Observed Several Children Who Were Missing Lead Testing Results and Updated 2nd Lead Test Results13A.16.03.04E
Licensing Specialist observed several children who were missing lead testing results and updated 2nd lead test results. Facility needs to submit a letter of corrections that lead testing certificates and updated 2nd lead tests have been obtained for all of the children's files.
- Licensing Specialist Observed One Staff Member Who Was Missing Their Medical Evaluation at the Time of Inspection13A.16.03.05C
Licensing Specialist observed one staff member who was missing their medical evaluation at the time of inspection. Facility needs to send medical evaluation to Licensing Specialist once it is obtained. Licensing Specialist also observed staff who still need to complete the initial Basic Health and S
- Licensing Specialist Observed One Child's Written Activity Plan That Had Not Been Update Since November 202413A.16.09.02C
Licensing Specialist observed one child's written activity plan that had not been update since November 2024. Facility needs submit a copy of the child's updated written activity plan.
- Licensing Specialist Observed Refrigerator in Twos Room Was Above 40 Degrees13A.16.12.04F(3)
Licensing Specialist observed refrigerator in Twos room was above 40 degrees. Facility needs to get refrigerator to a temperature below 40 or replace.
Feb 20, 20251 Finding1 Important
- Licensing Specialist Did Not Receive Notification That the Facilities Heat Was Not Working Again13A.16.03.06E(2)
Licensing Specialist did not receive notification that the facilities heat was not working again. Facility needs to submit a letter of corrections that any change to the normal operation of facility must be reported to the Office of Child Care immediately.
Feb 18, 20254 Findings4 Important
- Facility Did Not Notify Licensing Specialist That the Facility Has Been Having an Issue with the Heat13A.16.03.06E(2)
Facility did not notify Licensing Specialist that the facility has been having an issue with the heat. Facility needs to send written statement of correction that they understand that they need to notify the Office of Child Care immediately when an issue arises that may affect the status of their li
- Licensing Specialist Confirmed That Temperature in Room 1 and Room 6 Were Below 65 Degrees F13A.16.05.06
Licensing Specialist confirmed that temperature in Room 1 and Room 6 were below 65 degrees F. at floor level at the time of inspection. Facility needs to have heat repaired, send Licensing Specialist a copy of the work order and written correction that the heat has been fixed and that the temperatur
- Licensing Specialist Observed No Qualified Staff in Room 5, Infant C13A.16.08.02B
Licensing Specialist observed no qualified staff in Room 5, Infant C. Facility needs to submit written letter of corrections and staffing pattern showing that the classroom has a qualified infant teacher assigned at all times.
- Licensing Specialist Observed 14 Children Present and Napping in Room 7 with Capacity of 12 at the Time of Inspection13A.16.08.03D(1)
Licensing Specialist observed 14 children present and napping in Room 7 with capacity of 12 at the time of inspection. Facility moved two of the children to another classroom that was under capacity during while Licensing Specialist was still present bringing the total to 12.
Oct 10, 20241 Finding1 Important
- Licensing Specialist Still Has Not Received All of the Required Paperwork for New Staff Member Diamond Williams Who Has…13A.16.03.06A(1)
Licensing Specialist still has not received all of the required paperwork for new staff member Diamond Williams who has been working at the center for over two weeks. Center needs to submit all required paperwork for Diamond Williams, Kimberly Rodriguez, Francesca Stevens, and any other newly hired
Oct 9, 20241 Finding1 Important
- Licensing Specialist Was Unable to Observe Health Inventory Part 2 at the Time of Inspection for Child C.S13A.16.03.02A
Licensing Specialist was unable to observe Health Inventory Part 2 at the time of inspection for child C.S. Licensing Specialist was unable to view a Parent contract for child, C.S. at the time of inspection. Facility needs to obtain the missing record and contract and send copies to Licensing Speci
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