The Early Learning and Development Center, Inc.
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
- 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 2024, the issues cited most often were Building & Premises Safety (3), Emergency Preparedness & Drills (2), and Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (2). None of the 10 findings were critical.
See All 3 Inspection Visits
Feb 25, 20264 Findings4 Important
- LS Did Not Observe a Current Fire Permit.13A.16.02.03C(4)
- LS Did Not Observe Current Fire Permit.13A.16.02.03C(4)
- LS Did Not Observe Any Emergency & Disaster Drills. LS Did Not Observe Any Current Fire Drills Completed for January & February 2026.13A.16.03.03B(4)
- LS Did Not Observe Any Emergency and Disaster Drills That Were Conducted13A.16.03.03B(4)
LS did not observe any emergency and disaster drills that were conducted. LS did not observe any fire drills completed recently for January & February 2026
Jan 30, 20252 Findings2 Important
- During the Inspection, Director Did Not Have 12 Hours of Continued Training.13A.16.06.05C(1)
- During the Inspection, LS Observed the Child Care Teachers Did Not Have 12 Hours of Continued Training.13A.16.06.09C
Apr 29, 20244 Findings4 Important
- The Posted Staffing Patterns Are Inaccurate. A Preschool Teacher Is Covering Breaks in Room 2 (Infants and Toddlers).13A.16.03.05B
- Upon Arrival of Inspection There Were (3) Three Year Olds Napping in Room 2 (Infants and Toddlers)13A.16.03.07A
Upon arrival of inspection there were (3) three year olds napping in Room 2 (infants and toddlers). Corrected during inspection. The three year old children returned to Room 1 (3 - 12 years old).
- Licensing Specialist Did Not Observe Protective Surfacing for the New Addition to the Outdoor Play Area13A.16.05.12D
Licensing Specialist did not observe protective surfacing for the new addition to the outdoor play area. Please also remember to remove the grey wooden plank from the main outdoor play area.
- Licensing Specialist Observed One Teacher Alone with Four Sleeping Infants Momentarily as the Second Teacher in The…13A.16.08.01A(2)(b)
Licensing Specialist observed one teacher alone with four sleeping infants momentarily as the second teacher in the room went inside Room 5 to grab something from the printer. One teaceher was not in Room 1 while children were napping for a couple minutes. Corrected during inspection. Both teachers