Raising Scholars Child Care Center, LLC
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
- Toddlers, Preschool, School-Age
- Licensed capacity
- 20
- 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 Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (6), Children's Records & Files (4), and Building & Premises Safety (2). None of the 13 findings were critical.
See All 2 Inspection Visits
Nov 10, 20254 Findings4 Important
- LS Did Not Observe Several Form Not Dated, Signed , or Completely Filled Out.13A.16.03.04C
- LS Did Not Observe the Appropriate Number of Hours for Childcare Staff.13A.16.06.05C(1)
- LS Did Not Observe the Appropriate Number of Hours for Childcare Staff.13A.16.06.09C
- LS Did Not Observe the Appropriate Number of Hours for Childcare Staff.13A.16.06.12B(1)
Nov 29, 20239 Findings9 Important
- Licensing Specialist Observed Three Emergency Forms That Need to Be Completed.13A.16.03.04C
- Licensing Specialist Did Not Observe Health Inventory IIs in Two Child Records.13A.16.03.04D(3)
- Licensing Specialist Did Not Observe Evidence of Appropriate Blood Lead Testing in Two Child Records.13A.16.03.04E
- Licensing Specialist Observed an Expired Fire Permit Posted (Expired 10/2023).13A.16.05.01B
- Bathroom 1's Water Was 130 Degrees and Bathroom 2's Water Was 138 Degrees.13A.16.05.07A
- Licensing Specialist Observed a Gate Not Secured at the Bottom of the Steps in the Outdoor Play Area and Two Piece Of…13A.16.05.12D
Licensing Specialist observed a gate not secured at the bottom of the steps in the outdoor play area and two piece of play equipment not fully secured.
- Licensing Specialist Was Not Able to Observe 12 Hours of Continued Training Completed by the Director Between August 7,…13A.16.06.05C(1)
Licensing Specialist was not able to observe 12 hours of continued training completed by the Director between August 7, 2022 and August 7, 2023.
- Licensing Specialist Was Not Able to Observe 12 Hours of Continued Training Completed by a Preschool Teacher Between…13A.16.06.09C
Licensing Specialist was not able to observe 12 hours of continued training completed by a Preschool teacher between February 13, 2022 and February 13, 2023.
- Licensing Specialist Was Not Able to Observe 6 Hours of Continued Training Completed by an Aide Between August 7, 2022 and August 7, 2023.13A.16.06.12B(1)