Early Learning Academy
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.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.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 3 out of 5 stars overall. Process quality reflects an Alabama Quality STAR rating of 2 Stars. Structural quality reflects a license in good standing. The structural rating also includes Alabama's licensing baseline — what every licensed daycare in the state must meet. Alabama caps infant ratios at 1:5, toddler ratios at 1:7, and preschool ratios at 1:18. Lead teachers must hold a High School Diploma. Teachers must complete 12 hours of annual training.
Quality Recognitions & Accreditations
- State Quality Rating
- Alabama Quality STAR 2 Stars (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
- Licensed capacity
- Not Available
- Teacher-child ratios & group sizesState Minimum Displayed
Age Max ratio Max group Infants 1:5 Not Regulated Toddlers 1:7 Not Regulated
Teacher Credentials
- Lead teacher credentialState Minimum Displayed
- High School Diploma
Inspection History
Across 1 inspection since 2024, the issues cited most often were Building & Premises Safety (3), Hazardous Materials Handling (2), and Food Safety & Allergic Reactions (1). Of 19 total findings, 3 were critical.
See the Inspection Visit
Oct 10, 202419 Findings3 Critical16 Important
- In the Infant Room (6wks-18m) There Are Hazardous Substances Not Under Lock and Key (Lysol, Non-labeled Spray Bottle).
✓ Corrected at visit
- In the 2 1/2yrs-5yrs Classroom There Is Hazardous Substances Not Under Lock and Key (Clorox Wipes, Family Guard Disinfectant).
✓ Corrected at visit
- In the 2 1/2yrs-5yrs Classroom There Is Medication Not Under Lock and Key (Aquaphor).
✓ Corrected at visit
- In the 24m-36m Classroom There Is Not a Child Safe Thermometer.
✓ Corrected at visit
- In the 2 1/2-5yrs Classroom There Is Not a Child Safe Thermometer.
✓ Corrected at visit
- In the Infant Room (6wks-18m) There Is a Spray Bottle Not Labeled with a Hazardous Substance Inside.
✓ Corrected at visit
- Children Younger Than 2 1/2yrs Are Grouped with Children 2 1/2yrs and Older.
✓ Corrected at visit
- Children Younger Than 2yrs Are Watching T.V. in the Classroom.
✓ Corrected at visit
- There Are Two Infants Asleep in Bouncy Seats.
✓ Corrected at visit
- In the Toddler (24m-36m) Classroom There Are Sharp Edges Protruding From the Casing of the Windows.
✓ Corrected at visit
- On the 2 1/2yrs and Younger Playground There Are Thorny Vines Hanging From a Tree.
✓ Corrected at visit
- On the 2 1/2yrs and Younger Playground the Grass Is Overgrown.
✓ Corrected at visit
- On the 2 1/2yrs and Younger Playground There Are Concrete Stepping Blocks and a Plastic Tube (Culvert) That Are Hazards.
✓ Corrected at visit
- On the 2 1/2yrs and Older Playground There Are Active Ant Beds.
✓ Corrected at visit
- On the 2 1/2yrs and Older Playground There Are Thorny Vines and Vines Growing Through the Fence.
✓ Corrected at visit
- On the 2 1/2yrs and Older Playground There Is a Wooden Slide Not Anchored in the Ground, Causing a Hazard for the Children.
✓ Corrected at visit
- Staff Files Are Incomplete. See Pgs 18, 19+22.
✓ Corrected at visit
- Children's Files Are Incomplete. See Pgs 18, 19+22.
- The Vehicle Safety Check Is Not on File at the Center.
Complaints & Safety Record
- Adverse actions on record
- None