Little Scholar's Playhouse Too
NEW COLONY BLVD, ELKRIDGE, MD 21075Childery 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.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
- 72
- 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 2025, the issues cited most often were Building & Premises Safety (4), Children's Records & Files (3), and Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (3). None of the 14 findings were critical.
See All 2 Inspection Visits
Dec 22, 202511 Findings11 Important
- LS Reviewed Children's Files. 3 Are Missing Health Page 2, One Is Missing Health Page 1, and 17 Have Incomplete Emergency Forms.13A.16.03.02F(2)
- LS Reviewed Children's Files. 3 Are Missing Health Page 2, One Is Missing Health Page 1, and 17 Have Incomplete Emergency Forms.13A.16.03.04A
- LS Reviewed Children's Files. 3 Are Missing Health Page 2, One Is Missing Health Page 1, and 17 Have Incomplete Emergency Forms.13A.16.03.04C
- TM Stated They Don't Have the Current Staffing Patterns Completed or Posted.13A.16.03.05B
- LS Observed Extension Cords Causing Tripping Hazards.13A.16.05.01A(2)
- One Classroom Had the Lights Turned Off and Blackout Curtains on All Windows13A.16.05.09A
One classroom had the lights turned off and blackout curtains on all windows. This does not allow for proper supervision or to help ensure the safety of the children, employees and visitors.
- LS Observed Playhouse and Train Were Broken.13A.16.05.12E
- One Staff Member JJ Did Not Have a Medical Form on File for Review.13A.16.06.04A(1)
- One Staff Member JB Did Not Have the Space on the Medical Check for Free of TB.13A.16.06.04A(2)
- Two Staff Are Due for Medical Updates.13A.16.06.04A(4)
- Two Classrooms Were Storing Cleaners Under Bathroom Sinks.13A.16.10.04A
Apr 23, 20253 Findings3 Important
- LS Observed the Infant Classroom Lights Were Out and Black Out Curtains at the Windows13A.16.05.09A
LS observed the infant classroom lights were out and black out curtains at the windows. The room was completely dark and no way to supervise the children.
- LS Interviewed Staff at the Facility. Staff Were Not Aware That They Were Required to Contact Protective Services if Suspected Neglect.13A.16.07.02A(2)
- LS Observed the Infant Classroom Lights Were Out and Black Out Curtains at the Windows13A.16.08.01A(2)(b)
LS observed the infant classroom lights were out and black out curtains at the windows. The room was completely dark and no way to supervise the children.
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