Creation Learning and Aftercare Center
SUITLAND ROAD, SUITLAND, MD 20746Childery 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
- School-Age
- Licensed capacity
- 27
- 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 2 inspections since 2025, the issues cited most often were Building & Premises Safety (5), Infectious Disease Prevention & Control (3), and Parent Communication & Policies (2). None of the 13 findings were critical.
See All 2 Inspection Visits
Oct 21, 202511 Findings11 Important
- Discussed with the Director , the Center Must Follow the Local Codes13A.16.05.01B
Discussed with the director , the center must follow the local codes. The electrical toilet should have been approved by zoning and the health department.
- LS Observed in the Bathroom That the Vents Were Inoperable13A.16.05.06
LS observed in the bathroom that the vents were inoperable, must be cleaned, service and the lights fixtures must be replaced. Discussed the time frame and the replacement of the vents and covers with the director.
- LS Observed an Electric Toilet Used by the Daycare Children13A.16.05.08B
LS observed an electric toilet used by the daycare children. The electric toilet is restricted due to hazardous items from disposal of refuse , the toilet is restricted for use and the children will have to use the toilet in room but not toilet 1. Discussed the restriction with the provider and ques
- LS Observed Two Toilets but One Will Be Restricted and the Toilet 2 Will Be Used by the Children Until Additional Toilet Is Installed.13A.16.05.08D
- Observed No Evidence of a Staff Toilet for Staff to Use. Staff Was Using the Same Bathroom as the Daycare Children13A.16.05.08F
- LSs Observed Inoperable Vents in the Bathroom and Must Be Cleaned and Covers Replaced.13A.16.05.08G(3)
- LS Observed Toilet Missing Individual Paper Towel in the Bathroom13A.16.05.08I
- LS Observed Missing Light Fixtures in the Bathroom13A.16.05.09B
- Two Parents Standing Outside Informed Supervisor Parent Are Not Allowed to Enter Daycare Area13A.16.07.04A
- LS Observed Parents Ringing the Doorbell and Once the Door Opened the Child Would Exit Aand the Parent Would Sign The…13A.16.07.04B
LS observed parents ringing the doorbell and once the door opened the child would exit aand the parent would sign the sign out sheet. Discussed the regulation with the director and informed the parents are allowed entry. Two parents informed the supervisor that parents are not allowed to enter the
- LS Observed No Evidence of the Handwashing Procedure Posted at Each Sinl Used for Washing Hands13A.16.11.03A
LS observed no evidence of the handwashing procedure posted at each sinl used for washing hands. This was corrected on site. Disinfectant was used by children but discussed use hand washing with water and liquid soap for children at all times.
Oct 6, 20252 Findings2 Important
- LS Observed One Child Sleeping on the Floor Upon Arrival and Informed Appropriate Accommodations Must Be Made for The…13A.16.08.01A(2)(b)
LS observed one child sleeping on the floor upon arrival and Informed appropriate accommodations must be made for the child by placing him on appropriate sleeping surfaces. The child was placed on appropriate sleeping surfaces and was still sleep at the conclusion of the site visit. This was correct
- LS Observed Containers and Food Items on the Top of the Cablet Opened13A.16.12.04A(1)
LS observed containers and food items on the top of the cablet opened. The items were removed and placed in plastic containers. Corrected while on site.
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