Lightbridge Academy of Frederick
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.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
- Infants, Toddlers, Preschool, School-Age
- Licensed capacity
- 103
- 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 3 inspections since 2025, the issues cited most often were Children's Records & Files (4), Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (4), and Licensing & Administrative Compliance (1). None of the 10 findings were critical.
See All 3 Inspection Visits
Dec 16, 20251 Finding1 Important
- LS Observed the Staffing Pattern in Room 6 Listing a Staff Member Who Is No Longer Employed13A.16.03.05B
LS observed the staffing pattern in room 6 listing a staff member who is no longer employed. Facility posted current staffing pattern during inspection. Room 1 and Room 2 staffing patterns were switched but corrected during inspection.
Oct 27, 20251 Finding1 Important
- Facility Does Not Currently Have Hot Running Water. Facility Has Scheduled Maintenance for Today 10/27/25 to Repair This.13A.16.05.07A
Oct 20, 20258 Findings8 Important
- LS Did Not Observe Lead Screenings or Tests for 4 Children in Care.13A.16.03.02E
- LS Did Not Observe an OCC Emergency Form for 6 Children in Care.13A.16.03.04A
- LS Did Not Observe Physician Information on Emergency Form for 3 Children in Care13A.16.03.04C
LS did not observe physician information on emergency form for 3 children in care. LS observed 3 children needing an annual update. LS did not observe an OCC emergency form for 6 children in care.
- LS Did Not Observe Part 1 of Health Inventory for One Child in Care13A.16.03.04D(3)
LS did not observe part 1 of health inventory for one child in care. LS did not observe part 1 and 2 of health inventory for one child in care.
- LS Did Not Observe Staff Orientation for 4 Staff Members.13A.16.06.02
- LS Did Not Observe a Completed Medical Report on File for One Staff Member.13A.16.06.04A(1)
- LS Did Not Observe 12 Hours of Continued Training for the Last Full Year for 3 Child Care Teachers.13A.16.06.09C
- LS Did Not Observe 6 Hours of Completed Continued Training for One Aide.13A.16.06.12B(1)