Milestones Children's Center
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
- Infants, Toddlers, Preschool, School-Age
- Licensed capacity
- 97
- 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 2025, the issues cited most often were Staff-to-Child Ratios & Group Size (5), Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (3), and Food Safety & Allergic Reactions (2). None of the 14 findings were critical.
See All 3 Inspection Visits
May 8, 20266 Findings6 Important
- At the Time of the Inspection13A.16.06.09C
At the time of the inspection, several teachers have not completed the 12 hours of required training and a couple teacher have completed the training but it is not recorded on the OCC 100 record of professional development.
- At the Time of the Inspection Several Aides Have Not Completed the 6 Hours of Required Training.13A.16.06.12B(1)
- At the Time of the Inspection, Specialist Observed a Fan and a Laminator in a Classroom Within Reach of the Children.13A.16.10.04A
- At the Time of the Inspection, Specialist Observed Staff Laying a Baby Down to Nap on Their Stomach13A.16.10.05A(1)
At the time of the inspection, Specialist observed staff laying a baby down to nap on their stomach. Staff immediately turned the baby over when asked.
- At the Time of the Inspection, Specialist Observed Food Being Stored on the Floor or Low to the Floor.13A.16.12.04C(2)
- At the Time of the Inspection, Specialist Observed the Refrigerator in the Infant Room Had a Temperature of 44 Degrees.13A.16.12.04F(3)
Dec 4, 20254 Findings4 Important
- LS Observed an Two Aides in a Classroom, Upon Arrival the Aide Was Engaged in Her Phone While the Children Interacted on Their Own.13A.16.07.06A
- LS Observed an Aide Alone with 12 Children. This Was Corrected on Site.13A.16.08.01A(1)
- LS Observed Children Watching Television Instead of Watching the Children.13A.16.09.01C(2)
- LS Observed Children Watching Tv During Breakfast.13A.16.09.01C(4)
Oct 16, 20254 Findings4 Important
- At the Time of a Complaint Inspection, Specialist Observed Room 1 with (2)toddlers and (9) Two Year Old's with 2 Staff.13A.16.07.06A
- At the Time of a Complaint Inspection Specialist Observed Room 1 with (2) Toddlers and (9) Two Year Old's and The…13A.16.08.02A
At the time of a Complaint inspection Specialist observed Room 1 with (2) toddlers and (9) two year old's and the teacher was not infant/toddler qualified.
- At the Time of a Complaint Inspection Specialist Observed Room 1 with (2) Toddlers and (9) Two Year Old's and The…13A.16.08.02B
At the time of a Complaint inspection Specialist observed Room 1 with (2) toddlers and (9) two year old's and the teacher was not infant/toddler qualified.
- At the Time of a Complaint Inspection, Specialist Observed Room 1 with (2)toddlers and (9) Two Year Old's with 2 Staff.13A.16.08.03D(1)