Little Caterpillar Learning Center
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.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
Facility Info
- Facility type
- Child Care Center
- Age groups served
- Infants, Toddlers, Preschool, School-Age
- Licensed capacity
- 53
- 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 2024, the issues cited most often were Staff-to-Child Ratios & Group Size (8), Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (2), and Licensing & Administrative Compliance (1). None of the 13 findings were critical.
See All 4 Inspection Visits
Apr 11, 20253 Findings3 Important
- LS Observed 21 Children in the Preschool Place Classroom13A.16.04.01B
LS observed 21 children in the Preschool Place classroom. The capacity for this classroom is 18. This was corrected during the inspection when other staff arrived at the center and children and staff transitioned to other classrooms.
- LS Observed One Preschool Teacher Missing the Approved Basic Health and Safety Training.13A.16.06.09A(5)
- LS Observed 21 Children in the Preschool Place Classroom13A.16.07.06A
LS observed 21 children in the Preschool Place classroom. The capacity for this classroom is 18. This was corrected during the inspection when other staff arrived at the center and children and staff transitioned to other classrooms.
Oct 24, 20241 Finding1 Important
- Owner Stated That the Outdoor Play Slide Is Flimsy and Is Currently Taped Off So Children Cannot Use It13A.16.05.12E
Owner stated that the outdoor play slide is flimsy and is currently taped off so children cannot use it. LS observed and confirmed this during the inspection.
Jul 9, 20241 Finding1 Important
- Center Confirmed That They Created a No-contact Agreement with the Parent Stating That the Parent Can Only Pick-up And…13A.16.07.04A
Center confirmed that they created a no-contact agreement with the parent stating that the parent can only pick-up and drop-off child at the door and cannot enter the building.
May 17, 20248 Findings8 Important
- LS Observed One Aide in Charge of 5 Children in the Infant/toddler Classroom13A.16.07.06A
LS observed one aide in charge of 5 children in the infant/toddler classroom. This was corrected during the inspection when the classroom teacher returned to the classroom. LS also observed an unapproved person alone in one classroom.
- LS Observed One Unapproved Individual Alone in One Classroom.13A.16.07.06C
- LS Observed One Aide in Charge of 5 Children in the Infant/toddler Classroom13A.16.08.01A(2)(b)
LS observed one aide in charge of 5 children in the infant/toddler classroom. This was corrected during the inspection when the classroom teacher returned to the classroom.
- LS Observed One Aide in Charge of 5 Children in the Infant/toddler Classroom13A.16.08.02A
LS observed one aide in charge of 5 children in the infant/toddler classroom. This was corrected during the inspection when the classroom teacher returned to the classroom.
- LS Observed One Aide Staff Person in Charge of 5 Children in the Infant/toddler Classroom13A.16.08.02B
LS observed one aide staff person in charge of 5 children in the infant/toddler classroom. This was corrected during the inspection when the classroom teacher returned to the classroom.
- LS Confirmed That There Is Not a Designated Child Care Teacher in Charge of the Center in the Director's Temporary Absence Form the Center.13A.16.08.02D(1)
- LS Observed One Aide in Charge of 5 Children in the Infant/toddler Classroom13A.16.08.03A
LS observed one aide in charge of 5 children in the infant/toddler classroom. This was corrected during the inspection when the classroom teacher returned to the classroom.
- LS Observed One Aide in Charge of 5 Children in the Infant/toddler Classroom13A.16.08.03C(1)
LS observed one aide in charge of 5 children in the infant/toddler classroom. This was corrected during the inspection when the classroom teacher returned to the classroom.