Bright Stars Learning Center
Data last updated · May 2026
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
- Toddlers, Preschool, School-Age
- Licensed capacity
- 30
- Teacher-child ratios & group sizesState Minimum Displayed
Age Max ratio Max group Toddlers 1:3 9 Preschool 1:10 20
Teacher Credentials
- Lead teacher credentialState Minimum Displayed
- High School Diploma
Inspection History
5 Inspection Visits Since 2023 · 12 Findings
Most recent: Dec 29, 2025⤓ Download Inspection History Report (PDF)
12 Important
Across 5 inspections since 2023, the issues cited most often were Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (5), Children's Records & Files (5), and Staff-to-Child Ratios & Group Size (2). None of the 12 findings were critical.
See All 5 Inspection Visits
Dec 29, 20252 Findings2 Important
- LS Was Not Notified of Staff Person Received Criminal Charge.13A.16.03.06A(1)
- The Program Needs to Ensure Safety and Security for Children.13A.16.07.06A
Oct 30, 20241 Finding1 Important
- LS Did Not Observe 6hrs Trainings for 2 Aides Working at Program.13A.16.06.12B(1)
Nov 14, 20235 Findings5 Important
- LS Did Not Observe Part 1 Health Inventory for 2 Children.13A.16.03.04D(1-2)
- LS Did Not Observe Part II Health Inventory for 3 Children.13A.16.03.04D(3)
- LS Did Not Observe Lead Screening for 3 Children.13A.16.03.04E
- LS Did Not Observe Two Medicals for 1 Staff Member.13A.16.06.04A(1)
- LS Did Not See 1 Continued Hour for Trainings for 1 Teacher.13A.16.06.09C
Oct 5, 20233 Findings3 Important
- LS Observed 6 Emergency Cards Needing Physician and Date.13A.16.03.04C
- LS Did Not Observe Lead Screening for 3 Children.13A.16.03.04E
- LS Observed Staff in Classroom Not Cleared by OCC.13A.16.03.06A(1)
Aug 31, 20231 Finding1 Important
- The Program Did Not Notified the OCC.13A.16.07.06A