Little Shining Stars
E LANVALE STREET, BALTIMORE, MD 21213Childery 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
- Family Child Care Home
- Age groups served
- Toddlers, Preschool, School-Age
- Licensed capacity
- 7
- 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 2023, the issues cited most often were Children's Records & Files (3), Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (2), and Emergency Preparedness & Drills (2). None of the 12 findings were critical.
See All 3 Inspection Visits
Oct 24, 20256 Findings6 Important
- Fire Permit Has Expired During the Visit.13A.15.02.03B(2)
- Review All Emergency Card for Completed Physician Information and Parent Information.13A.15.03.04A(3)
- Review All Enrolled Children Files for Completed Medical Documentation.13A.15.03.04C
- Provider Add a Resident to the Home, Not Informing OCC.13A.15.03.05C(1)
- Provider Will Forward Annual Training13A.15.06.02B(3)
- Completion of a Monthly Fire Drill and Disaster Drill for Oct. 2025. Following the Completion of a Disaster Drill Done 2x a Year.13A.15.10.01A(3)
Jan 3, 20253 Findings3 Important
- Cap All Wall Sockets in Childcare Area.13A.15.05.04B(1)
- First Aid Kit Was Missing the Following Items: Thermometer, Thick Gauze and Triangle Bandage.13A.15.10.01H(2)
- Unable to Determine if Refrigerated Food Is 40 Degree or Below.13A.15.12.02B
Nov 2, 20233 Findings3 Important
- Review Children Files for Updated Signature and Physician Information.13A.15.03.04A(3)
- Trash Can Missing Liner13A.15.05.03C
- Fire Drill and Disaster Drill Will Need to Be Recorded and Forwarded to the Office13A.15.10.01A(3)
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