Scholars in Wonderland Childcare 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.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
- Infants, Toddlers, Preschool, School-Age
- Licensed capacity
- 22
- 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 2023, the issues cited most often were Building & Premises Safety (3), Curriculum & Developmental Programming (2), and Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (2). None of the 10 findings were critical.
See All 3 Inspection Visits
Jan 8, 20262 Findings2 Important
- Observe 2 Celling Lights That Were Not Working in Classroom 1.13A.16.05.01A(1)
- The Center Did Not Have Proof of 1 Percent Milk.13A.16.12.01A(4)
Jan 29, 20243 Findings3 Important
- Classroom 4 Has Four (4) Ceiling Tube Bulbs Not Working.13A.16.05.01A(1)
- One (1) Staff Member Did Not Have a Medical Evaluation13A.16.06.04A(1)
- The First Aid Supply Did Not Have 2 Gauze Rolls.13A.16.10.02E
Jul 11, 20235 Findings5 Important
- Upon Arrival of Inspection13A.16.03.06A(1)
Upon arrival of inspection, LS observed a staff member not on the associated parties list alone with and supervising children. The staff stated they began substituting a week ago.
- Upon Arrival of Inspection13A.16.07.06C
Upon arrival of inspection, LS observed a staff not on the Facility's associated parties list alone with and supervising children in care. Director arrived at the center within 25 minutes of LS's arrival and submitted the missing Release on site.
- Upon Arrival of Inspection13A.16.07.06D(1)
Upon arrival of inspection, LS observed a staff not on the Facility's associated parties list alone with and supervising children in care. Director arrived at the center within 25 minutes of LS's arrival and submitted the missing Release on site.
- Licensing Specialist Heard a Staff Tell a Parent "Its Too Hot13A.16.09.01A(7)
Licensing Specialist heard a staff tell a parent "its too hot. They are not going outside today" during the inspection. There is no weather advisory for heat today.
- Licensing Specialist Observed Materials and Equipment Stored in One Room on the First Floor Taking Up Usable Floor Space.13A.16.09.06E