Symphony Early Learning Center, LLC
N CAROLINE STREET, BALTIMORE, MD 21213Childery Rating: 3/5
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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.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
- Infants, Toddlers, Preschool, School-Age
- Licensed capacity
- 46
- 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 5 inspections since 2024, the issues cited most often were Staff-to-Child Ratios & Group Size (5), Building & Premises Safety (4), and Food Safety & Allergic Reactions (2). None of the 12 findings were critical.
See All 5 Inspection Visits
Sep 2, 20252 Findings2 Important
- LS Spoke with Staff to Ensure Children Are Safely Transition at All Times.13A.16.07.06A
- LS Spoke with Staff Regarding Maintaining the Children's Safety at All Times.13A.16.08.01A(2)(b)
Nov 25, 20243 Findings3 Important
- LS Observed a Staffing Pattern Not Posted in the Preschool Classroom.13A.16.03.05B
- LS Observed the Refrigerator to Be 55 Degrees in the Infant Room.13A.16.12.05C(2)
- LS Observed Unlabeled Bottles in a Refrigerator That Was 55 Degrees.13A.16.12.06E(1)
Sep 9, 20244 Findings4 Important
- LS Observed Two Aides Alone in the Infant Classroom Without a Qualified Teacher.13A.16.07.06A
- LS Observed Two Aides Alone in the Infant Classroom Without a Qualified Teacher.13A.16.08.01A(2)(a)
- LS Observed Two Aides Alone in the Infant Classroom Without a Qualified Teacher.13A.16.08.03A
- LS Observed Several Wall Outlets Uncapped and Two Extension Cords.13A.16.10.04F
Aug 6, 20241 Finding1 Important
- LS Observed the Floor Temperature to Be 77 Degrees and Ceiling Temperature 8113A.16.05.06
LS observed the floor temperature to be 77 degrees and ceiling temperature 81. The center is located in a school whose AC is broken till 8/16.
Aug 2, 20242 Findings2 Important
- LS Was Informed There Is Still an Infestation Issue.13A.16.05.01A(3)
- LS Observed the Classroom to Be to Warm, with the Heat Index and Temperature to Be Projected to Be 100 Degrees Today.13A.16.05.06
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