Little Scholars Child Development Glen Burnie
S CRAIN HIGHWAY, GLEN BURNIE, MD 21061Childery 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
- Toddlers, Preschool, School-Age
- Licensed capacity
- 54
- Teacher-child ratios & group sizesState Minimum Displayed
Age Max ratio Max group Toddlers 1:3 9 Preschool 1:10 20
Teacher Credentials
- Lead teacher credentialState Minimum Displayed
- High School Diploma
Inspection History
Across 3 inspections since 2026, the issues cited most often were Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (6), Staff-to-Child Ratios & Group Size (2), and Children's Records & Files (2). None of the 14 findings were critical.
See All 3 Inspection Visits
May 4, 20262 Findings2 Important
- Upon Arrival at 12:45 Pm LS Rang the Doorbell and No One Answered13A.16.06.14A
Upon arrival at 12:45 pm LS rang the doorbell and no one answered. Looking through the glass door LS could see a teacher and children in room 3. LS rang the doorbell again and knocked and on one answered. LS pulled the handle to the front door and the door was unlocked. Upon entering the facility L
- Upon Arrival at 12:45 Pm LS Rang the Doorbell and No One Answered13A.16.07.06A
Upon arrival at 12:45 pm LS rang the doorbell and no one answered. Looking through the glass door LS could see a teacher and children in room 3. LS rang the doorbell again and knocked and on one answered. LS pulled the handle to the front door and the door was unlocked. Upon entering the facility L
Mar 19, 20261 Finding1 Important
- LS Observed Two Children Sleeping on Cots in Room 1 (Scholars) and the Cots Did Not Have a Sheet13A.16.09.04A(3)
LS observed two children sleeping on cots in Room 1 (Scholars) and the cots did not have a sheet. Facility must send a letter of correction identifying that the teachers are aware that they need to provide a sheet if a child comes to the facility without one for their cot.
Feb 3, 202611 Findings11 Important
- Licensing Specialist Observed One Child's Emergency Form Missing the Physicians Information.13A.16.03.04C
- Licensing Specialist Observed Two Child Records Missing Evidence of the Second Blood Lead Testing.13A.16.03.04E
- The Director Stated That Room 1: Scholars Is the Opening Room on a Regular Basis13A.16.03.05B
The Director stated that Room 1: Scholars is the opening room on a regular basis, but this is not reflected on the Staffing Patterns. Staffing Patterns indicate two year old children present in Room 1: Scholars (3 - 5 yrs) from 8:00am to 8:30am.
- Licensing Specialist Did Not Observe Staff Orientation in Five Staff's Records and Medical Reports Missing in Two Staff's Records.13A.16.03.05C
- The Facility Director Stated That Two (2) Year Old Children Are Present in Room 1: Scholars (3 - 5 Yrs) in the Morning…13A.16.03.07A
The Facility Director stated that two (2) year old children are present in Room 1: Scholars (3 - 5 yrs) in the morning on a regular basis. Please submit an OCC 1209 Change in Facilities form and an updated Staffing Pattern for Room 1: Scholars (3 - 5 yrs) if you would like this room to be approved f
- Licensing Specialist Observe One Ceiling Tile with Water Damage in Room 4: Explorers.13A.16.05.01A(1)
- Licensing Specialist Did Not Observe Staff Orientation Completed in Five Staff Records.13A.16.06.02
- Licensing Specialist Did Not Observe OCC 1204 Medical Reports for Two Staff Present During the Inspection.13A.16.06.04A(1)
- Licensing Specialist Did Not Observe Proof of Education for a Staff Regarded as a Teacher on the Personnel List.13A.16.06.09A(2)
- Licensing Specialist Did Not Observe the Three Hour Aide Orientation Completed by One Aide Hired February 2025.13A.16.06.12C
- Upon Arrival of Inspection, LS Observed 11 Preschool Children Present in Room 3: Einsteins with One Aide13A.16.08.01A(2)(b)
Upon arrival of inspection, LS observed 11 preschool children present in Room 3: Einsteins with one Aide. Corrected during inspection. A Teacher returned from taking children to the bathroom in a different room and joined Room 3: Einsteins.
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