Grace Early Learning Center
MONTGOMERY ROAD, ELKRIDGE, MD 21075Childery Rating: 4/5
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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.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
- Recognized by Military Child Care in Your Neighborhood.
Facility Info
- Facility type
- Child Care Center
- Age groups served
- Infants, Toddlers, Preschool, School-Age
- Licensed capacity
- 88
- 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 1 inspection since 2025, the issues cited most often were Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (6), Children's Records & Files (2), and Building & Premises Safety (2). None of the 13 findings were critical.
See the Inspection Visit
Sep 24, 202513 Findings13 Important
- 2 Children Are Missing Part II of the Health Inventory13A.16.03.04D(3)
2 children are missing part II of the Health Inventory. One child did not have a Health Inventory on file. Correct and submit correction to OCC.
- 4 Children Are Missing Evidence of a Blood Lead Test. Correct and Submit Correction to OCC.13A.16.03.04E
- Several Classrooms Did Not Have Updated Staffing Patterns. This Was Corrected During the Inspection.13A.16.03.05B
- OCC Was Not Notified Within 5 Working Days of the Ending of Employment for 4 Staff. Correct and Submit Correction to OCC.13A.16.03.06A(2)
- The Wall Under the Windows in the School Age Room and Under the Bulletin Board in the 3's Room Needs Repair as There Is…13A.16.05.01A(1)
The wall under the windows in the school age room and under the bulletin board in the 3's room needs repair as there is chipping/peeling paint. An areas rug in the school age room is curling at the corners posing a tripping hazard. Either repair or replace this rug.
- LS Observed a Staff Member Rinsing and Filling a Sippy Cup in a Sink That Is Designated for Hand Washing After Toileting.13A.16.05.07C
- The Toilet in Between the Twos Room and the School Age Room Had a Roll of Toilet Paper That Was Not Placed on a Toilet…13A.16.05.08J
The toilet in between the twos room and the school age room had a roll of toilet paper that was not placed on a toilet paper dispenser. Correct and submit correction to OCC.
- Several Staff Did Not Have Evidence of a Staff Orientation. Correct and Submit Correction to OCC.13A.16.06.02
- One Staff Member Did Not Have an OCC Medical Form Available for Review During This Inspection. Correct and Submit Correction to OCC.13A.16.06.04A(1)
- 2 Teachers Did Not Have Evidence of the Basic Health and Safety Training Available for Review During This Inspection.13A.16.06.09A(5)
- 2 Teachers Did Not Complete 12 Hours of Continued Training per Full Year of Employment.13A.16.06.09C
- 4 Aides Did Not Have Evidence of the Aide Orientation Available for Review During This Inspection. Correct and Submit Correction to OCC.13A.16.06.12C
- The School Age Room Did Not Have a Posted Daily Schedule. Correct and Submit Correction to OCC.13A.16.09.01A(1)
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