Little Magic Garden
JESSUP ROAD, JESSUP, MD 20794Childery 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.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
- 32
- 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 2024, the issues cited most often were Building & Premises Safety (4), Medication Administration (1), and Hazardous Materials Handling (1). Of 10 total findings, 1 was critical.
See All 3 Inspection Visits
Jan 21, 20262 Findings2 Important
- LS Observed Chipping Paint on Playground Fence, Climber and Swing Poles.13A.16.05.12E
- LS Observed Two Children's Medication Authorizations Not Signed by Parent.13A.16.11.04A(1)(a)
Jan 28, 20252 Findings1 Critical1 Important
- LS Observed a Broken Child Safety Latch on a Cabinet in He Preschool Bathroom That Contained Cleaning Agents13A.16.10.04A
LS observed a broken child safety latch on a cabinet in he preschool bathroom that contained cleaning agents. The cabinet is within reach of the children.
- LS Observed Multiple Noticeable Patches of Chipped Paint in the Preschool Room.13A.16.05.01A(1)
Jan 11, 20246 Findings6 Important
- QM, DT, and LW Need Lead Test Forms in the File. JM Is Missing Immunization Form in File.13A.16.03.04C
- Facility Did Not Report That a Tenant Lives Above the Child Care Center, on the Premises13A.16.03.06F(2)
Facility did not report that a tenant lives above the child care center, on the premises. Please submit a notarized release of information form, privacy rights form and have tenant fingerprinted.
- LS Observed Food Buildup and Spillage in the Microwave and Fridge in the Infant Room.13A.16.05.11A
- LS Observed the Outdoor Activity Space and Noticed a Loose/leaning Board That Created a Small Gap in the Fence in the Play Area.13A.16.05.12D
- LS Observed 2 Infants Asleep in a Bouncy Chair.13A.16.09.04G
- LS Observed First Aid Kit. The First Aid Kit Was Missing Hypo-allergenic Tape and Disposable Wash Clothes.13A.16.10.02E
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