CentroNia
UNIVERSITY BLVD E, TAKOMA PARK, MD 20912Childery Rating: 5/5
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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.5 / 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.5 / 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 5 out of 5 stars overall. Process quality reflects a Maryland EXCELS rating of Level 5 (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 5 (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
- Toddlers, Preschool, School-Age
- Licensed capacity
- 199
- 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
Across 4 inspections since 2024, the issues cited most often were Staff-to-Child Ratios & Group Size (3), Children's Records & Files (3), and Building & Premises Safety (2). None of the 10 findings were critical.
See All 4 Inspection Visits
Mar 24, 20263 Findings3 Important
- Licensing Specialist Discussed Proper Discipline Techniques with Facility.13A.16.07.03A(1)
- Licensing Specialist Discussed the Importance of Staff Understanding Individual Needs of the Children in Care.13A.16.08.01B(1)
- Specialist Discussed Equipping Staff with the Proper Training and Preparation to Tend to the Needs of Children Based On…13A.16.08.01B(2)
Specialist discussed equipping staff with the proper training and preparation to tend to the needs of children based on developmental levels.
Feb 19, 20261 Finding1 Important
- Licensing Specialist Observed Chipped Paint Along the Black Baseboards in Classrooms 129A&B and Room 10613A.16.05.05C(1)
Licensing specialist observed chipped paint along the black baseboards in classrooms 129A&B and Room 106. Facility will need to submit photo documentation of this correction.
Mar 17, 20253 Findings3 Important
- Licensing Specialist Observed Multiple Children's Emergency Forms That Were Missing the Physician Information.13A.16.03.04C
- Licensing Specialist Observed a Child Record That Was Missing the Health 1 Assessment.13A.16.03.04D(1-2)
- Licensing Specialist Observed a Child Form That Was Missing the Health 2 Assessment.13A.16.03.04D(3)
Apr 11, 20243 Findings3 Important
- Licensing Specialist Observed a Shed in the Play Area That Did Not Have a Lock on It13A.16.05.12D
Licensing Specialist observed a shed in the play area that did not have a lock on it. There were tools such as metal rakes that could pose a hazard to children in care. Handyman was alerted to resolve the issue,
- Licensing Specialist Observed a Classroom That Temporarily Only Had an Aide Alone with 17 Children13A.16.08.02B
Licensing Specialist observed a classroom that temporarily only had an aide alone with 17 children. Qualified teacher entered the room soon after.
- Licensing Specialist Observed Two Classrooms That Temporarily Only Had One Staff Member in the Room with More Than 10 Children.13A.16.08.03C(2)
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