Creating Memories Children's Learning Center, Inc.
ADAMSTOWN ROAD, ADAMSTOWN, MD 21710Childery 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
- 51
- 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 4 inspections since 2024, the issues cited most often were Children's Records & Files (3), Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (2), and Hazardous Materials Handling (2). None of the 13 findings were critical.
See All 4 Inspection Visits
Jan 23, 20264 Findings4 Important
- At the Time of Inspection13A.16.03.04C
At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed 1 child's emergency for that was missing a daily authorized pick up person. One child's emergency form was not updated at least annually. The operator shall review all the forms for completion and notify the OCC once all forms include all the
- Written Notification Was Not Provided to the Office Within 5 Days of Its Occurrence About the Ending of Employment For…13A.16.03.06A(2)
Written notification was not provided to the office within 5 days of its occurrence about the ending of employment for 3 staff members. The director provided written notification at the time of inspection.
- At the Time of Inspection, Licensing Specialist Observed No Evidence of Soap in the Bathroom in Room 413A.16.05.08I
At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed no evidence of soap in the bathroom in room 4. Soap was added to the bathroom during the inspection.
- At the Time of Inspection13A.16.10.04A
At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed accessible scissors in an unlocked drawer labeled teacher only in room 2. The scissors were moved to an inaccessible location during the inspection.
Aug 11, 20254 Findings4 Important
- At the Time of Inspection, Licensing Specialist Observed a 4 Week Snack Menu Posted in the Center's Kitchen13A.16.03.03B(3)
At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed a 4 week snack menu posted in the center's kitchen. However, staff reported that the menu is not followed and the center serves whatever is available. At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed no evidence of 6 snack menu items f
- At the Time of Inspection, the Most Recent Accident Report Provided to Licensing Specialist Was Dated 05.01.2413A.16.03.04I(2)
At the time of inspection, the most recent accident report provided to Licensing Specialist was dated 05.01.24. At the time of inspection, at least 2 injuries were reported to have occurred within the last 2 weeks. Licensing Specialist observed no evidence of a record of the injuries in the children
- At the Time of Inspection, Licensing Specialist Observed Staffing Patterns Posted in the Center That Were Not Current13A.16.03.05B
At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed staffing patterns posted in the center that were not current. Specifically, the staffing patterns included staff that are no longer employed at the center.
- Written Notification Was Not Provided Within 5 Working Days of Its Occurrence About the Ending of Employment for 3…13A.16.03.06A(2)
Written notification was not provided within 5 working days of its occurrence about the ending of employment for 3 staff members, S.G., D.K., and A.S.
Jul 9, 20251 Finding1 Important
- At the Inspection, Licensing Specialist Observed Several Ants Present in the Center's Upstairs Kitchen13A.16.05.01A(3)
At the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed several ants present in the center's upstairs kitchen. Licensing Specialist did not observe any ants present in the classrooms on the center's main level. The operator is reminded to provide a building for the center that is clean and free from infest
Feb 16, 20244 Findings4 Important
- Licensing Specialist Observed 2 Children's Emergency Forms That Were Missing the Child's Health Source.13A.16.03.04C
- Licensing Specialist Observed No Evidence That Parents Were Given a Written Screen Time Policy That Addresses the Use…13A.16.09.01C(6)
Licensing Specialist observed no evidence that parents were given a written screen time policy that addresses the use of passive and interactive technology during child care hours. The center's screen-time policy is as follows: Students are not to have more than 10 minutes of screen time per time to
- Licensing Specialist Observed a Staff Member's Purse in an Unlocked Cabinet Accessible to the Children in Room 113A.16.10.04A
Licensing Specialist observed a staff member's purse in an unlocked cabinet accessible to the children in room 1. The purse was moved to an inaccessible location during the inspection.
- At the Time of Inspection13A.16.12.01A(1)
At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed the center's snack menu that did not comply with the guidelines of the Child and Adult Care Food Program of the U.S. Department of Agriculture. Specifically, only one item was listed as a snack for each day.
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