K.I. Bright Beginnings
MAIN STREET, STEVENSVILLE, MD 21666Childery 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.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 a Maryland EXCELS rating of Level 2 (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 2 (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
- 62
- 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 2023, the issues cited most often were Staff-to-Child Ratios & Group Size (5), Discipline & Adult-Child Interaction (2), and Infectious Disease Prevention & Control (1). None of the 9 findings were critical.
See All 2 Inspection Visits
Mar 10, 20256 Findings6 Important
- Staff Member Was Seen Inappropriately Redirecting a Child That Resulting in a Injury to the Child's Left Arm "Nurse's Elbow".13A.16.07.01
- Staff Member Did Not Follow the Center's Redirecting Guidelines Resulting in a Injury to a Child.13A.16.07.03A(1)
- Staff Member Did Not Ensure the Safety and Security of a Child in Care13A.16.07.06A
Staff member did not ensure the safety and security of a child in care. She was seen grabbing and moving a child inappropriately resulting in the child receiving an injury to her left arm "nurse's elbow".
- Staff Member Did Not Ensure the a Child Received Adequate Supervision Appropriate to a Child's Individual Needs13A.16.08.01A(2)(b)
Staff member did not ensure the a child received adequate supervision appropriate to a child's individual needs. The staff member used inappropriate redirecting.
- Staff Member Did Not Follow the Center's Guidelines Regarding Appropriate Care for a Child.13A.16.08.01B(2)
- Staff Member Did Not Follow Proper Handwashing Procedures After Diaper Changes.13A.16.11.03B
Jun 29, 20233 Findings3 Important
- Operator Did Not Report the Incident Involving the Two Staff Members Who Did Not Provide Adequate Supervision of the Children in Care.13A.16.03.06E(1)
- Staff Members Who Were Responsible for a Group of Children Failed to Take Attendance During the Transition From Outdoor…13A.16.07.06A
Staff members who were responsible for a group of children failed to take attendance during the transition from outdoor play to ensure that the safety and security of each child was being met.
- Two Staff Members Did Not Provide Adequate Supervision of the Children in Care as They Transitioned From Outdoor Play…13A.16.08.01A(2)(a)
Two staff members did not provide adequate supervision of the children in care as they transitioned from outdoor play to inside and left two children outside.
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