Jelly Beans Early Learning Center
CHARLES STREET, LA PLATA, MD 20646Childery 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.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
Facility Info
- Facility type
- Child Care Center
- Age groups served
- Infants, Toddlers, Preschool, School-Age
- Licensed capacity
- 70
- 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 2023, the issues cited most often were Emergency Preparedness & Drills (2), Staff-to-Child Ratios & Group Size (2), and Food Safety & Allergic Reactions (2). None of the 14 findings were critical.
See All 4 Inspection Visits
Apr 27, 20265 Findings5 Important
- The OCC Received a Report That a Two Year Old Child Was Left Alone on the Playground13A.16.03.03B(1)
The OCC received a report that a two year old child was left alone on the playground. The Licensing Specialist made contact with the center director and assistant director. The complaint was discussed. The Licensing Specialist reviewed the video footage. It appeared that the two year old child was a
- The OCC Received a Report That a Two Year Old Child Was Left Alone on the Playground13A.16.03.06E(2)
The OCC received a report that a two year old child was left alone on the playground. The Licensing Specialist made contact with the center director and assistant director. The complaint was discussed. The Licensing Specialist reviewed the video footage. It appeared that the two year old child was a
- The OCC Received a Report That a Two Year Old Child Was Left Alone on the Playground13A.16.07.02A(2)
The OCC received a report that a two year old child was left alone on the playground. The Licensing Specialist made contact with the center director and assistant director. The complaint was discussed. The Licensing Specialist reviewed the video footage. It appeared that the two year old child was a
- The OCC Received a Report That a Two Year Old Child Was Left Alone on the Playground13A.16.08.01A(2)(b)
The OCC received a report that a two year old child was left alone on the playground. The Licensing Specialist made contact with the center director and assistant director. The complaint was discussed. The Licensing Specialist reviewed the video footage. It appeared that the two year old child was a
- The OCC Received a Report That a Two Year Old Child Was Left Alone on the Playground13A.16.08.03C(2)
The OCC received a report that a two year old child was left alone on the playground. The Licensing Specialist made contact with the center director and assistant director. The complaint was discussed. The Licensing Specialist reviewed the video footage. There were 12 two year old children in the Tw
Jan 16, 20261 Finding1 Important
- There Were 3 Bags of Cereal in the Kitchen That Had Been Opened, but Were Not Being Stored in a Sealed Container13A.16.12.04A(1)
There were 3 bags of cereal in the kitchen that had been opened, but were not being stored in a sealed container. The bags had seals on them but they were not sealed. This was corrected during the inspection.
Jan 10, 20257 Findings7 Important
- A Sample of Children's Records Were Reviewed13A.16.03.04E
A sample of children's records were reviewed. There were 2 children's records missing evidence of a lead blood test. There were 2 children's records missing evidence of a lead blood test but had a note from the doctor stating that the parent refused lead blood testing. There was 1 child's record who
- A Sample of Children's Records Were Reviewed13A.16.03.04G
A sample of children's records were reviewed. There were 5 children's files missing evidence of updated immunizations (missing doses). One of the children who is missing updated immunizations has a note indicating the parent is choosing not to have the child vaccinated for Polio or MMRV. Unless thi
- The Tods/Twos Room Did Not Have a Phone in the Classroom Today13A.16.05.10C
The Tods/Twos room did not have a phone in the classroom today. It was moved to the adjacent kitchen, in which a half wall separates the kitchen and the classroom. The lead staff in the room indicated that the children were grabbing at it during diaper changes when it was on the shelf, so it was mov
- There Is One Preschool Teacher Qualified Staff Person Who Did Not Complete the 12 Hours of Required Training in The…13A.16.06.09C
There is one preschool teacher qualified staff person who did not complete the 12 hours of required training in the required time frame for the 2023 - 2024 training cycle. The staff person did complete 15 hours of training a month after the required timeline to make up for training not taken. The st
- There Is One Aide Who Was Due to Complete and Submit the 3 Hour Aide Orientation Course by the End of December 202413A.16.06.12C
There is one aide who was due to complete and submit the 3 hour aide orientation course by the end of December 2024. Please ensure that this staff person completes and submits this training as soon as possible. There is one aide who is due to complete and submit the 3 hour aide orientation course
- There Were Two Electrical Outlets in the Bathroom of the 3s/4s Classroom That Did Not Have Caps13A.16.10.04F
There were two electrical outlets in the bathroom of the 3s/4s classroom that did not have caps. This outlet did not appear to be a tamper free outlet. The director placed outlet covers on these outlets immediately.
- There Was Food in the Freezer and in the Pantry That Had Been Opened, but Not Put in a Sealed Container13A.16.12.04A(1)
There was food in the freezer and in the pantry that had been opened, but not put in a sealed container. The director threw some of these items out and sealed the others in ziplock bags.
Dec 21, 20231 Finding1 Important
- At the Time of the Inspection13A.16.09.04F
At the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed crib sheets that were not tightly fitted in the infant room and the infant/toddler room. Loose bedding could increase the risk of suffocation or strangulation. The director stated she's had difficulty finding crib sheets that fit the m
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