Church of the Brethren 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.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
- Toddlers, Preschool, School-Age
- Licensed capacity
- 84
- 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 1 inspection since 2023, the issues cited most often were Children's Records & Files (2), First Aid & Pediatric CPR (1), and Building & Premises Safety (1). None of the 4 findings were critical.
See the Inspection Visit
Sep 11, 20234 Findings4 Important
- At the Time of This Inspection the Facility Had at Least Two Emergency Cards That Were Missing Information13A.16.03.04C
At the time of this inspection the facility had at least two emergency cards that were missing information. Facility to obtain this missing information and submit evidence to the LS. Facility to review all emergency cards to ensure all information is complete on all cards.
- At the Time of This Inspection the Facility Was Missing at Least 3 Lead Screening for Children Enrolled in Care13A.16.03.04E
At the time of this inspection the facility was missing at least 3 lead screening for children enrolled in care. Facility to review all files and ensure that all children have obtained the correct number of lead screening. Facility to submit evidence of completed screening.
- At the Time of This Inspection the Facility Is Missing Fragrance Free Liquid Soap for the First Aid Kit13A.16.10.02E
At the time of this inspection the facility is missing fragrance free liquid soap for the first aid kit. Facility to obtain this missing item and submit a photo of these items to the LS.
- At the Time of This Inspection the Facility Had One Classroom That Had an Exposed Electrical Socket That Are Accessible…13A.16.10.04F
At the time of this inspection the facility had one classroom that had an exposed electrical socket that are accessible to the children in care.