Celebree Learning Centers of Annapolis
SOUTH CHERRY GROVE AVENUE, ANNAPOLIS, MD 21401Childery 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
- 131
- 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 1 inspection since 2026, the issues cited most often were Staff-to-Child Ratios & Group Size (6), Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (2), and Children's Records & Files (1). None of the 12 findings were critical.
See the Inspection Visit
May 6, 202612 Findings12 Important
- A Staff in Room 119 Stated That 12 Two Year Old Children Were Present When Asked13A.16.03.03A(2)
A staff in Room 119 stated that 12 two year old children were present when asked. After the LS counted, there were 13 children. Both staff in the room then said 13 present. LS asked if they tracked attendance and LS was told the tablet was not working at the moment. LS asked if they were taking pape
- Licensing Specialist Observed Staffing Patterns Dated April 1013A.16.03.05B
Licensing Specialist observed Staffing Patterns dated April 10, 2026 with staff missing in the beginning and end of days, and certain staff in different rooms at the same time. Corrected during inspection. Facility submitted revised Staffing Patterns during the inspection.
- Licensing Specialist Arrived at the Facility at 8:10am and Pressed the Button to Gain Access to the Facility13A.16.06.14A
Licensing Specialist arrived at the Facility at 8:10am and pressed the button to gain access to the Facility. The assistant Director answered, LS introduced themselves and stated they were here for inspection. LS waited at the locked door for six minutes before the Assistant Director opened the door
- LS Received a Self Reported Incident Regarding an Aide Snatching a Plastic Tube From a Three Year Old Child After The…13A.16.07.03A(1)
LS received a self reported incident regarding an Aide snatching a plastic tube from a three year old child after the child hit the Aide with it. During the LS' interview with this Aide, they reported raising their voice at the three year old child, taking the toy from them, and giving it back. When
- LS Observed Multiple Rooms Not Following Proper Child Staff Ratios Upon Arrival of Inspection and No Qualified Staff In…13A.16.07.06A
LS observed multiple rooms not following proper child staff ratios upon arrival of inspection and no qualified staff in Room 121 Toddlers. Corrected during inspection. Rooms were observed as following proper child staff ratios and qualified staff supervising all children by 8:50am.
- LS Observed Multiple Rooms Not Following Proper Child Staff Ratios Upon Arrival of Inspection and No Qualified Staff In…13A.16.08.01A(2)(b)
LS observed multiple rooms not following proper child staff ratios upon arrival of inspection and no qualified staff in Room 121 Toddlers. Corrected during inspection. Rooms were observed as following proper child staff ratios and qualified staff supervising all children by 8:50am.
- LS Did Not Observe a Qualified Infant/toddler Teacher in Room 121 During the Inspection13A.16.08.02A
LS did not observe a qualified infant/toddler teacher in Room 121 during the inspection. Corrected during inspection. A Substitute entered the Room a minute after the LS entered the room.
- LS Did Not Observe a Qualified Infant/toddler Teacher in Room 121 During the Inspection13A.16.08.02B
LS did not observe a qualified infant/toddler teacher in Room 121 during the inspection. Corrected during inspection. A Substitute entered the room a minute after the LS entered the room.
- Licensing Specialist Entered Room 119 and Observed 13 Two Year Old Children Present13A.16.08.03C(2)
Licensing Specialist entered Room 119 and observed 13 two year old children present. Corrected during inspection. The assistant Director entered the room minutes later and placed the extra child in another classroom.
- Licensing Specialist Entered Room 121 and Observed Seven (7) Toddlers Present with Two Staff13A.16.08.03D(1)
Licensing Specialist entered Room 121 and observed seven (7) toddlers present with two staff. Corrected during inspection. A third staff entered the room at 8:21am.
- Licensing Specialist Entered Room 126 and Observed One Staff with 12 Preschool Children13A.16.08.03D(2)(b)
Licensing Specialist entered Room 126 and observed one staff with 12 preschool children. LS also entered Room 129 and observed one staff with 11 preschool children. Corrected during inspection. These rooms were following proper child staff ratios by 8:50am
- Licensing Specialist Observed a Table in Room 119 with the Surface Material Missing13A.16.09.03B(4)
Licensing Specialist observed a table in Room 119 with the surface material missing. Corrected during inspection. The table observed in disrepair was removed from the room during the inspection.
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