Choo Choo Train Childcare 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
- Infants, Toddlers, Preschool, School-Age
- Licensed capacity
- 14
- 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
3 Inspection Visits Since 2023 · 9 Findings
Most recent: Jul 8, 2025⤓ Download Inspection History Report (PDF)
9 Important
Across 3 inspections since 2023, the issues cited most often were Building & Premises Safety (5), Licensing & Administrative Compliance (1), and Children's Records & Files (1). None of the 9 findings were critical.
See All 3 Inspection Visits
Jul 8, 20254 Findings4 Important
- During the Visit the Fire Permit Had Expired.13A.16.02.03C(4)
- Center Needs to Post Staffing Patterns in All Classroom.13A.16.03.05B
- Outside Gate Was Left Open During Daycare Hours.13A.16.05.12D
- Electrical Sockets Were Not Plugged in Room 2.13A.16.10.04F
Jul 29, 20244 Findings4 Important
- Fire Inspection Expired on 5/10/2413A.16.02.03C(4)
- Review All Emergency Card for Completed Forms.13A.16.03.04C
- During the Visit the 1st Aid Kit Was Missing Thick Gauze in the Kit.13A.16.10.02E
- During the Visit the Center's Refrigerator Was Without a Thermometer.13A.16.12.05C(3)
Jul 21, 20231 Finding1 Important
- Outside Space Has Green Vines Needing to Be Removed and the Gate Kept Closed During Business Hours.13A.16.05.12D