Bright Eyes Child Care Center
HADLEY FARMS DRIVE, GAITHERSBURG, MD 20879Childery 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.4 / 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 4 (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 4 (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
- Recognized by Maryland Accreditation.
Facility Info
- Facility type
- Child Care Center
- Age groups served
- Infants, Toddlers, Preschool, School-Age
- Licensed capacity
- 104
- 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 (7), Discipline & Adult-Child Interaction (3), and Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (1). None of the 13 findings were critical.
See All 3 Inspection Visits
Jun 5, 20256 Findings6 Important
- The LS Observed That the Teacher Did Not Have School-age Certification.13A.16.06.10C(1)
- The LS Observed That the Office Was Not Notified of the Injurious Treatment.13A.16.07.02B
- The LS Observed That Children's Safety and Security Were Not Ensured.13A.16.07.06A
- The LS Observed That the Teacher Was Not School-age Qualified.13A.16.08.01A(2)(a)
- The LS Observed That the Children Did Not Receive Adequate Supervision and Care Appropriate to the Individual Ages, Needs and Capabilities.13A.16.08.01A(2)(b)
- The LS Observed That Children Were Left Alone on the Playground Without Adult Supervision.13A.16.08.07A
Jun 25, 20241 Finding1 Important
- Licensing Specialist Observed One or More Emergency Forms Were Missing the Authorized Pick-up Person13A.16.03.04C
Licensing Specialist observed one or more emergency forms were missing the authorized pick-up person. Additionally, the parents stated that their child has a special health condition, but there were no medical instructions provided for the condition. The facility is advised to review all emergency i
Mar 5, 20246 Findings6 Important
- The Director of a Childcare Center Reported to the Office of Child Care (OCC) That a 23-month-old Child Had Suffered…13A.16.07.01
The director of a childcare center reported to the Office of Child Care (OCC) that a 23-month-old child had suffered severe burns due to hot tea in a staff member's tumbler. On March 5, 2024, OCC conducted a joint investigation with another agency. During the inquiry, the facility confirmed that the
- The Office of Child Care (OCC) Received an Incident Report From the Director of a Childcare Center13A.16.07.02D
The Office of Child Care (OCC) received an incident report from the director of a childcare center. The report stated that a 23-month-old child had sustained severe burns due to hot tea in a staff member's tumbler. On March 5, 2024, OCC conducted a joint investigation with another agency. During th
- The Office of Child Care (OCC) Received an Incident Report From the Director of a Childcare Center13A.16.07.06A
The Office of Child Care (OCC) received an incident report from the director of a childcare center. The report stated that a 23-month-old child had sustained severe burns due to hot tea in a staff member's tumbler. On March 5, 2024, OCC conducted a joint investigation with another agency. During th
- The Office of Child Care (OCC) Received an Incident Report From the Director of a Childcare Center13A.16.08.01A(1)
The Office of Child Care (OCC) received an incident report from the director of a childcare center. The report stated that a 23-month-old child had sustained severe burns due to hot tea in a staff member's tumbler. On March 5, 2024, OCC conducted a joint investigation with another agency. During th
- The Office of Child Care (OCC) Received an Incident Report From the Director of a Childcare Center13A.16.08.01B(2)
The Office of Child Care (OCC) received an incident report from the director of a childcare center. The report stated that a 23-month-old child had sustained severe burns due to hot tea in a staff member's tumbler. On March 5, 2024, OCC conducted a joint investigation with another agency. During th
- The Office of Child Care (OCC) Received an Incident Report From the Director of a Childcare Center13A.16.10.04A
The Office of Child Care (OCC) received an incident report from the director of a childcare center. The report stated that a 23-month-old child had sustained severe burns due to hot tea in a staff member's tumbler. On March 5, 2024, OCC conducted a joint investigation with another agency. During th
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