The Little Disciples Learning Center
EAST PULASKI HIGHWAY, ELKTON, MD 21921Childery 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
- 83
- 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 Staff-to-Child Ratios & Group Size (6), Children's Records & Files (2), and Licensing & Administrative Compliance (2). None of the 11 findings were critical.
See All 3 Inspection Visits
Feb 24, 20252 Findings2 Important
- LS Observed Multiple Children Who Were Missing Completed Health Inventories One of Which Was an Infant.13A.16.03.04D(3)
- LS Observed 2 Children That Needed Lead Screenings Because They Had Not Had One at All.13A.16.03.04E
Aug 22, 20247 Findings7 Important
- LS Observed a Group of Infants in Strollers Walking Around the Front Parking Lot with Two School Aged Children Each…13A.16.05.12C
LS observed a group of infants in strollers walking around the front parking lot with two school aged children each pushing a stroller. The LS spoke with the director and stated that this was not safe and at no time are the staff to use the parking lot and at no time are school age children allowed
- LS Conducted a Complaint Inspection in Which It Was Alleged That a 20 Month Old Who Has a History of Biting Is "Caged"…13A.16.06.14A
LS conducted a complaint inspection in which it was alleged that a 20 month old who has a history of biting is "caged" in a corner of the classroom to prevent him from biting other children. LS spoke with the teacher in the classroom who confirmed that on more than one occasion the child was placed
- LS Conducted a Complaint Inspection in Which It Was Alleged That a 20 Month Old Who Has a History of Biting Is "Caged"…13A.16.07.06A
LS conducted a complaint inspection in which it was alleged that a 20 month old who has a history of biting is "caged" in a corner of the classroom to prevent him from biting other children. At the time the LS pulled into the parking lot she observed two school age children, each pushing a stroller
- LS Conducted a Complaint Inspection in Which It Was Alleged That a 20 Month Old Who Has a History of Biting Is "Caged"…13A.16.08.01A(1)
LS conducted a complaint inspection in which it was alleged that a 20 month old who has a history of biting is "caged" in a corner of the classroom to prevent him from biting other children. LS spoke with the teacher in the classroom who confirmed that on more than one occasion the child was placed
- LS Conducted a Complaint Inspection in Which It Was Alleged That a 20 Month Old Who Has a History of Biting Is "Caged"…13A.16.08.01A(2)(b)
LS conducted a complaint inspection in which it was alleged that a 20 month old who has a history of biting is "caged" in a corner of the classroom to prevent him from biting other children. LS spoke with the teacher in the classroom who confirmed that on more than one occasion the child was placed
- LS Conducted a Complaint Inspection in Which It Was Alleged That a 20 Month Old Who Has a History of Biting Is "Caged"…13A.16.08.01B(1)
LS conducted a complaint inspection in which it was alleged that a 20 month old who has a history of biting is "caged" in a corner of the classroom to prevent him from biting other children. LS spoke with the teacher in the classroom who confirmed that on more than one occasion the child was placed
- LS Conducted a Complaint Inspection in Which It Was Alleged That a 20 Month Old Who Has a History of Biting Is "Caged"…13A.16.08.01B(2)
LS conducted a complaint inspection in which it was alleged that a 20 month old who has a history of biting is "caged" in a corner of the classroom to prevent him from biting other children. LS spoke with the teacher in the classroom who confirmed that on more than one occasion the child was placed
Mar 4, 20242 Findings2 Important
- LS Conducted a Complaint Inspection in Which It Was Alleged That Children Were Using a Before and After Care Room, A…13A.16.03.07A
LS conducted a complaint inspection in which it was alleged that children were using a before and after care room, a preschool room and a twos room that is not an approved room on the license. A change of facilities form was submitted in July but the request was denied because the supporting documen
- LS Conducted an Inspection in Which It Was Alleged That There Are 12 Infants in a Room at Times and the Room Has A…13A.16.04.01B
LS conducted an inspection in which it was alleged that there are 12 infants in a room at times and the room has a capacity of 6 children. Also the complaint stated that the building is over capacity. At the time of the inspection LS observed 45 children in the building with a current capacity of 2
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