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Aya Center

Columbia, MD · Howard County
Little Patuxent Parkway, Columbia, MD 21044
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Quick Facts

Capacity
125 children
Age Range
6 weeks through 17 months, 18 months through 23 months, 2 years, 3 years, 4 years, 5 years, 5 years to 15 years
Subsidized Program
Does not participate
Food Program
Does not participate

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Contact Information

📞 (973) 405-1917
Little Patuxent Parkway
Columbia, MD 21044
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Licensed Licensed Child Care Center
Active License
License Number
257812
Issued By
Maryland State Department of Education
District Office
Region 6 - Howard County / Carroll County

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About the Provider

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Aya Center is a Licensed Child Care Center in Columbia MD, with a maximum capacity of 125 children. This child care center helps with children in the age range of 6 weeks through 17 months, 18 months through 23 months, 2 years, 3 years, 4 years, 5 years, 5 years to 15 years. The provider does not participate in a subsidized child care program.

Hours of Operation

  • Monday 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Tuesday 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Wednesday 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Thursday 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Friday 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Saturday Closed
  • Sunday Closed

Inspection/Report History

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Date Type Regulations Status
2023-09-12 Complaint 13A.16.03.07A Corrected
Findings: LS observed a change of operation that was submitted for review on September 11, 2023, but has not been reviewed and approved. Facility may not make operational changes until a new license has been received.
2023-09-12 Complaint 13A.16.11.04D Corrected
Findings: LS discussed with the director. The director stated that the parents apply all of the sunscreen products before arrival. Director acknowledged that a record is not being recorded after each application.
2023-09-12 Complaint 13A.16.12.04F(3) Corrected
Findings: LS observed children's lunches all being stored in the cubbies. The director stated that the parents are using bento lunch boxes and lunch kits that the manufacturer notes will keep food cold for several hours. LS did not observe any means of gauging this temperature for accuracy. Facility must provide a means to ensure all perishable items are being maintained at 40 degrees F.
2023-05-31 Conversion 13A.16.03.05C Corrected
Findings: LS did not observe all of the required documents in each staff person's file. Facility must maintain a complete record that includes all of the required information at all times. Evidence of corrected files must be submitted immediately.
2023-05-31 Conversion 13A.16.03.07A Corrected
Findings: LS observed several rooms with operational changes that have not been approved by the office. LS also observed a newly constructed wall that will need to be inspected by the Fire Inspector. A Change in Child Care Facilities request must be approved before making the requested change.
2023-05-31 Conversion 13A.16.12.04F(3) Corrected
Findings: LS observed lunches being stored in cubbies with cold packs or thermoses. All perishable foods must be refrigerated at or below 40 degrees F. Ice packs do not have a temperature gauge.
2023-05-31 Mandatory Review 13A.16.05.12D Corrected
Findings: LS observed children playing on a playground where free range chickens are kept and children were playing with the chickens. Facility must review the Animals in Child Care guidance and make this area off limits to children.
2023-05-31 Mandatory Review 13A.16.12.04A(1) Corrected
Findings: LS observed children's lunches being stored in the cubbies. The director stated that the lunches are kept cold with a cold pack or a thermos. Facility must store all perishable items in a refrigerator at 40 degrees F or below.
2022-05-26 Mandatory Review
Findings: No Noncompliances Found

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