Ms. Loretta's Early Learning Center, Inc.
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.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 3 out of 5 stars overall. Process quality reflects a Maryland EXCELS rating of Level 2 (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 2 (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
- 30
- 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 2 inspections since 2023, the issues cited most often were Emergency Preparedness & Drills (3), Children's Records & Files (2), and Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (2). None of the 10 findings were critical.
See All 2 Inspection Visits
Jun 10, 20255 Findings5 Important
- LS Observed Emergency Cards for Children That Had Not Been Annually Updated13A.16.03.04C
LS observed emergency cards for children that had not been annually updated. Facility to review all children's emergency cards and have them updated and submit a written statement verifying that all emergency cards have been updated, obtained, and are accessible in the child files.
- LS Observed No Evidence of a Lead Screening for One Child in Care13A.16.03.04E
LS observed no evidence of a lead screening for one child in care. Facility to review all child files and submit a written statement verifying that all lead screening information has been obtained and is accessible in the child files.
- LS Observed No Evidence of an Emergency and Disaster Plan. Facility to Submit Evidence of an Approved Emergency and Disaster Plan.13A.16.10.01A(2)
- LS Observed No Evidence of an Emergency and Disaster Plan Being Annually Updated13A.16.10.01A(3)(d)
LS observed no evidence of an emergency and disaster plan being annually updated. Facility to submit evidence of an approved emergency and disaster plan.
- LS Observed No Evidence of Liquid, Fragrance Free Soap in the First Aid Kit13A.16.10.02E
LS observed no evidence of liquid, fragrance free soap in the first aid kit. LS also discussed new items required to be kept in the first aid kit, specifically a plastic or paper bag and a whistle.
Jul 6, 20235 Findings5 Important
- Emergency and Disaster Drills Are Not Being Performed Twice a Year13A.16.03.03B(4)
Emergency and disaster drills are not being performed twice a year. Director will send a statement of correction that these will be done twice a year, and will conduct a drill immediately and send that documentation to LS.
- When LS Arrived, the Center's Rooms Had Already Been Switched Around, Since They Are Divided by Shelving13A.16.03.07A
When LS arrived, the center's rooms had already been switched around, since they are divided by shelving. LS helped director fill out a Changes in Child Care Facilities form and measured the new spaces at the time of the visit. Side A measures for 20 children and side B measures for 10 children. Dis
- Two Staff Have Medicals That Are Older Than 5 Years. They Will Get a New Medical Completed and Send to LS for Correction.13A.16.06.04A(4)
- An Aide Does Not Yet Have the Basic Health and Safety Training13A.16.06.12B(3)
An aide does not yet have the Basic Health and Safety training. She will register for this in August and will send the certificate to LS once it's completed.
- There Is a Medication at the Center and It's Not in the Original Packaging That Contains the Pharmacy Label13A.16.11.04A(3)
There is a medication at the center and it's not in the original packaging that contains the pharmacy label. Director will get this from parent and will take a photo for correction.