Right Start Academy
GAMBRILLS ROAD, GAMBRILLS, MD 21054Childery Rating: 4/5
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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
- Toddlers, Preschool, School-Age
- Licensed capacity
- 100
- 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 1 inspection since 2024, the issues cited most often were Building & Premises Safety (4), Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (3), and Staff-to-Child Ratios & Group Size (2). None of the 12 findings were critical.
See the Inspection Visit
May 29, 202412 Findings12 Important
- LS Observed at Least One Child Missing Health Inventory 1 Information13A.16.03.04G
LS observed at least one child missing health inventory 1 information, evidence of lead testing, and evidence of immunization record in file. Facility must review all children's records, obtain missing documents, and submit a letter of corrections to LS.
- LS Observed Staffing Patterns Posted in Each Classroom That Were Dated September 202313A.16.03.05B
LS observed staffing patterns posted in each classroom that were dated September 2023. Current staffing patterns are dated 04/22/2024. Please post current staffing patterns in each classroom and submit photographic evidence of correction.
- LS Observed Peeling-chipping Paint Above the Sinks and on the Wall Above the Cots in the Caterpillars Room13A.16.05.01A(1)
LS observed peeling-chipping paint above the sinks and on the wall above the cots in the caterpillars room. Please submit photographic evidence of correction.
- LS Observed in Caterpillars Room an Air Temperature at Ground Level of 64.5 Degrees F at Naptime; Ground Level Air…13A.16.05.06
LS observed in caterpillars room an air temperature at ground level of 64.5 degrees F at naptime; ground level air temperature of 61.8 degrees F in grasshoppers classrooms. Both classrooms had children present and are controlled by the same thermostat, located in the caterpillars classrooms. Facili
- LS Observed in Multiple Rooms Throughout the Building Sink Temperature Exceeding 120 Degrees F13A.16.05.07A
LS observed in multiple rooms throughout the building sink temperature exceeding 120 degrees F. Please reduce water temperature and submit a letter of corrections.
- LS Observed in Caterpillars Black Marks Near the Base of the Wall13A.16.05.11A
LS observed in Caterpillars black marks near the base of the wall, beneath the light switch; drip marks above the wall of the cots, near the trash can, water cooler, and bathroom; noticeable crumbs on one section of the carpet; buildup near the magnetic strip at the bottom of the fridge. LS observed
- LS Observed One Aide Did Not Complete the Basic Health and Safety Training Within 90 Days of Employment13A.16.06.12A(3)
LS observed one aide did not complete the basic health and safety training within 90 days of employment. Facility shall submit basic health and safety training certificate for aide.
- LS Observed Two Aides Did Not Complete at Least 6 Hours of Approved Continued Training for the Last Year of Employment13A.16.06.12B(1)
LS observed two aides did not complete at least 6 hours of approved continued training for the last year of employment. Each aide shall document at least 6 hours of continued training and submit copies of training certificates and record of professional development to LS.
- LS Observed One Aide Did Not Complete the 2023 Basic Health and Safety Annual Update13A.16.06.12B(3)
LS observed one aide did not complete the 2023 Basic health and safety annual update. Facility shall submit training certificate for the aide to LS.
- LS Observed in Grasshoppers Room That There Were 20 Children Present in Classroom13A.16.07.06A
LS observed in grasshoppers room that there were 20 children present in classroom, but 17 children signed in on bright wheel app on the tablet and in the classroom binder. In bumblebees classroom, there were 17 children in the room and 16 children signed into classroom binder. LS asked staff person
- LS Observed All 4 Staff Members Lined Up Against the Wall in the Shade While Children Ran Throughout the Playground,…13A.16.08.07A
LS observed all 4 staff members lined up against the wall in the shade while children ran throughout the playground, instead of being stationed throughout playground. During playground observation, a child had fallen off of the playground equipment, bumping their cheek. No staff member responded. Th
- LS Observed Room 102 Activity Room. There Wasn't an Escape Route Posted in the Classroom. Please Submit Photographic Evidence of Correction.13A.16.10.01A(4)
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