Magic Minds at Empowerment Academy
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.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
- School-Age
- Licensed capacity
- 30
- 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 1 inspection since 2024, the issues cited most often were Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (5), Licensing & Administrative Compliance (2), and Emergency Preparedness & Drills (2). None of the 11 findings were critical.
See the Inspection Visit
Mar 12, 202411 Findings11 Important
- A Qualified Staff on the Posted Staffing Pattern Was Not Present During the Inspection13A.16.03.05B
A qualified staff on the posted Staffing Pattern was not present during the inspection. A qualified school age teacher arrived and stated that the Staffing Pattern needs to be updated.
- Licensing Specialist Was Told That a Child Did Seek Medical Treatment for an Injury That Previously Happened in The…13A.16.03.06C(3)
Licensing Specialist was told that a child did seek medical treatment for an injury that previously happened in the outdoor play area on March 4, 2024. The LS was not notified within 24 hours.
- Licensing Specialist Observed One (1) Ceiling Tile in Disrepair and One (1) Ceiling Tile Slightly Hanging From The…13A.16.05.01A(1)
Licensing Specialist observed one (1) ceiling tile in disrepair and one (1) ceiling tile slightly hanging from the ceiling. LS also observed multiple pink tiles broken and in disrepair near the blue double doors.
- Licensing Specialist Did Not Observe 12 Hours of Continued Training Completed by the Director.13A.16.06.05C(1)
- Licensing Specialist Did Not Observe Continued Training Documented on the Professional Development Plan.13A.16.06.05C(2)
- Licensing Specialist Did Not Receive Continued Training for a Staff Listed as a School Age Teacher on the Facility's Personnel List.13A.16.06.10C(1)
- Licensing Specialist Did Not Observe Continued Training Completed on the Professional Development Form.13A.16.06.10C(2)
- Upon Arrival of Inspection at 3:30pm and Until 4:00pm13A.16.08.02B
Upon arrival of inspection at 3:30pm and until 4:00pm, there were no qualified staff present in the Cafeteria with 22 children present. Corrected during inspection. A qualified school age Teacher arrived at 4:00pm.
- The Emergency Escape Plan Is Not Posted in the Cafeteria.13A.16.10.01A(4)
- Licensing Specialist Did Not Observe Emergency Numbers Posted in the Cafeteria13A.16.10.01C
Licensing Specialist did not observe Emergency Numbers posted in the Cafeteria. LS gave the Facility a blank Emergency Numbers List to complete and post.
- Upon Arrival of Inspection No Staff Was Present with the Six (6) Hour Medication Administration Training13A.16.11.04F(1)
Upon arrival of inspection no staff was present with the six (6) hour Medication Administration training. Corrected during inspection. A staff with the approved Medication Administration training arrived at 4:00pm.