Owings Mills Child Care and Early Learning 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.4 / 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 4 out of 5 stars overall. Process quality reflects a Maryland EXCELS rating of Level 3 (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 3 (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
- 151
- 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 2024, the issues cited most often were Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (4), Building & Premises Safety (4), and Children's Records & Files (3). Of 14 total findings, 1 was critical.
See All 3 Inspection Visits
Mar 20, 20265 Findings5 Important
- LS Observed Children's Files Missing Physician Information13A.16.03.04C
LS observed children's files missing physician information, lead test, immunizations and incomplete Health inventory II forms. The operator shall obtain and maintain the documentation from the children's parents.
- LS Observed Children's Files Missing Immunization Records. The Operator Shall Obtain the Immunization Records.13A.16.03.04G
- LS Observed Staff Files Missing Translated and Evaluated Transcripts13A.16.03.05C
LS observed staff files missing translated and evaluated transcripts, criminal background check, basic health and safety certificates, and current medical evaluation documentation.
- LS Observed Expired Medications for Two Children in Care.13A.16.07.06A
- LS Observed 2 Expired Medications. Program Will Discard or Return the Expired Medication to the Parents When New Medication Is Received.13A.16.11.04E(1)(c)
Mar 26, 20257 Findings1 Critical6 Important
- LS Observed a Bottle of Bleach Accessible to Children in Care13A.16.10.04A
LS observed a bottle of bleach accessible to children in care, in a cabinet under the changing table between Twoddler I and II classrooms. Staff removed the bleach immediately.
- LS Observed 10 Incomplete Emergency Forms, 9 Lead Screen/test, and 1 Immunization Record Missing.13A.16.03.04G
- LS Did Not Observe the Employment Record of One Staff Person13A.16.03.05C
LS did not observe the employment record of one staff person. Program will locate or create an employment record for the staff person, then submit required documents to OCC immediately. LS observed employment records missing the following: (9) basic health and safety training, (11) BHS 2024 update;
- LS Observed an Uncovered Drain Hole in the Pre-K Bathroom Floor13A.16.05.01A(1)
LS observed an uncovered drain hole in the Pre-K bathroom floor. Program will replace grate cover immediately. Program will send a picture of correction to OCC immediately.
- LS Did Not Observe the Medical Evaluation for 2 Staff Members.13A.16.06.04A(1)
- LS Observed 2 Medical Evaluations That Need to Be Updated.13A.16.06.04A(4)
- LS Observed an Uncapped Electrical Outlet in the Midway-back Hallway and in the Toddler Classroom13A.16.10.04F
LS observed an uncapped electrical outlet in the midway-back hallway and in the toddler classroom. Program capped outlets immediately during inspection.
Dec 2, 20242 Findings2 Important
- LS Observed 2 Toilets in the Pre K Prep Classroom That Are in Need of Repair13A.16.05.01A(1)
LS observed 2 toilets in the Pre K Prep classroom that are in need of repair. One toilet did not flush and the other flushing handle was broken off. Jurgen will repair toilets after child care hours and send LS pictures and correction statement immediately. LS observed the baseboards throughout the
- LS Observed the Hallway and Kitchen in Need of Cleaning13A.16.05.01A(3)
LS observed the hallway and kitchen in need of cleaning. Program recently dismissed an employee that was not fulfilling its responsibilities for maintaining the kitchen and other cleaning duties as assigned. Program will complete a deep clean of the kitchen and submit pictures to OCC. Program vacuu