Wisdom Childcare Center
OLD MONTGOMERY RD, COLUMBIA, MD 21045Childery 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.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
- 47
- 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 4 inspections since 2025, the issues cited most often were Building & Premises Safety (5), Infectious Disease Prevention & Control (3), and Safe Sleep & SIDS Prevention (3). Of 14 total findings, 1 was critical.
See All 4 Inspection Visits
Mar 19, 20262 Findings2 Important
- LS Did Not Observe Paper Towels Available at a Sink Within Reach of Children's Use.13A.16.05.08J
- LS Did Not Observe Tightly Fitting Sheets for All Mattresses and One Mattress Was Observed with a Tear.13A.16.09.04A(4)(a)
Mar 13, 20263 Findings3 Important
- Facility Is Requesting Approval for 15 School Age Children13A.16.09.03A
Facility is requesting approval for 15 school age children. LS observed 6 chairs. Facility must provide a sufficient quantity of furnishings and equipment according to the numbers, ages, and development needs of the children.
- LS Did Not Observe Tight Fitting Sheets on All Cribs in the Facility. Facility Must Replace All Sheets in the Facility.13A.16.09.04A(4)(a)
- LS Observed One Torn Mattress in the Infant Room13A.16.09.04C
LS observed one torn mattress in the infant room. Facility must replace the old mattress with a new mattress that meets the standards of the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.
Feb 27, 20268 Findings1 Critical7 Important
- LS Observed Bleach and Soap in an Unlocked Cabinet in the Infant Room. The Bleach Was Removed During the Inspection.13A.16.10.04A
- LS Did Not Observe a Working Light in the Boiler Room.13A.16.05.01B
- The Ventilation in the Basement Does Not Appear to Be Operating Sufficiently Enough to Provide an Adequate Exchange Of…13A.16.05.06
The ventilation in the basement does not appear to be operating sufficiently enough to provide an adequate exchange of air to protect a child's health and comfort.
- LS Did Not Observe Cup Dispensers Near the Drinking Water Coolers13A.16.05.07B
LS did not observe cup dispensers near the drinking water coolers. Facility must ensure that children have free access to water without the assistance of an adult.
- LS Did Not Observe Paper Towels in Each Bathroom.13A.16.05.08I
- LS Did Not Observe Sanitary Supplies That Are Available Within the Reach of a Child Capable of Using the Toilet Unassisted.13A.16.05.08J
- LS Observed the Basement Classroom13A.16.05.11A
LS observed the basement classroom. The entire classroom, kitchen and bathroom is in need of a deep cleaning. The carpet in the infant room needs to be cleaned.
- LS Observed Several Outlets with Missing Safety Caps Throughout the Facility.13A.16.10.04F
Nov 6, 20251 Finding1 Important
- The Complainant States That There Are Nails Sticking Out Under the Deck13A.16.05.12D
The complainant states that there are nails sticking out under the deck, the lock on the playground is broken, the swing is worn out, and wires coming out of the AC unit outside by the playground. LS observed a swing that has cracks in the seat and is in need of repair and wires hanging on the side
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