Licensed Child Care Center
First Start Learning Center
Elkridge, MD
· Howard County
Huntshire Drive,
Elkridge, MD 21075
Quick Facts
Capacity
70 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
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Licensed Child Care Center
Not found in current state licensing data
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Historical licensing information
Previous license status
Open
License Number
251702
Issued By
Maryland State Department of Education
District Office
Region 6 - Howard County / Carroll County
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About the Provider
First Start Learning Center is a Licensed Child Care Center in Elkridge MD, with a maximum capacity of 70 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. It is open Monday - Friday, 6:30 AM - 6:30 PM. The provider does not participate in a subsidized child care program.
Hours of Operation
- Monday 6:30 AM - 6:30 PM
- Tuesday 6:30 AM - 6:30 PM
- Wednesday 6:30 AM - 6:30 PM
- Thursday 6:30 AM - 6:30 PM
- Friday 6:30 AM - 6:30 PM
- Saturday Closed
- Sunday Closed
Inspection/Report History
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| Date | Type | Regulations | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024-01-26 | Full | 13A.16.03.04C | Corrected |
| Findings: LS observed several children in care missing enrollment dates and hours of expected attendance, missing name, address and telephone number of child's physician, and individual who is authorized to pick the child up each day. | |||
| 2024-01-26 | Full | 13A.16.03.06A(1) | Corrected |
| Findings: LS was not notified of two new staff members and no paperwork was given to the office of child care. During the inspection the owner did provide ROI for one staff. | |||
| 2024-01-26 | Full | 13A.16.03.06B | Corrected |
| Findings: Owner did not notify within 15 working days of new staff or provide documentation to the office of child care | |||
| 2024-01-26 | Full | 13A.16.05.01A(1) | Corrected |
| Findings: LS observed one toilet seat that was not properly aligned with the toilet. LS observed chipping paint in several classrooms, pealing window tint on one door in a classroom, hanging blinds cords in one classroom. | |||
| 2024-01-26 | Full | 13A.16.05.07A | Corrected |
| Findings: LS observed one bathroom that did not have running hot water. | |||
| 2024-01-26 | Full | 13A.16.05.11A | Corrected |
| Findings: LS observed 2 refrigerators that were dirty. | |||
| 2024-01-26 | Full | 13A.16.05.12D | Corrected |
| Findings: LS observed potentially harmful items (one two by four and inappropriately stacked toys and trash) behind the shed in the outside play area. | |||
| 2024-01-26 | Full | 13A.16.09.02C | Corrected |
| Findings: LS observed several infant/toddler activity plans that were not reevaluated at least every 3 months. | |||
| 2024-01-26 | Full | 13A.16.09.04A(4)(a) | Corrected |
| Findings: LS observed two (2) mattresses in one (1) crib. The director removed the extra mattress during the inspection. | |||
| 2024-01-26 | Full | 13A.16.09.04E(1) | Corrected |
| Findings: LS observed three (3) cribs that were end to side and touching. | |||
| 2024-01-26 | Full | 13A.16.09.06A | Corrected |
| Findings: LS observed one storage container that needed a safety lock on it. One storage container with a broken shelf. | |||
| 2024-01-26 | Full | 13A.16.10.01A(4) | Corrected |
| Findings: LS did not observe emergency escape route floor plan in each area and room in the center. | |||
| 2024-01-26 | Full | 13A.16.11.04A(3) | Corrected |
| Findings: LS observed medication that was not properly labeled with the pharmacy or physician, child's name, name of medication, or medication dosage. LS observed medication that has expired. | |||
| 2024-01-26 | Full | 13A.16.12.04F(3) | Corrected |
| Findings: LS observes one (1) refrigerator with a temperature of 52 degrees F. | |||
| 2022-02-14 | Full | 13A.16.03.04C | Corrected |
| Findings: LS observed 6 children are in need of immunization records. Two children are also need evidence of lead test. | |||
| 2022-02-14 | Full | 13A.16.03.05C | Corrected |
| Findings: LS observed 5 staff members have not completed Basic Health and Safety and/or COVID-19 training, as required. | |||
| 2022-02-14 | Full | 13A.16.03.07A | Corrected |
| Findings: LS observed 5 children under the age of 2 in Room 3, which is licensed for preschool and school age children. The director was unable to verify submission of a change request for the room and has not received written approval for the change. | |||
| 2022-02-14 | Full | 13A.16.05.01A(1) | Corrected |
| Findings: LS observed that the ramp wall in Room 7 has exposed screws and worn paint/plaster from where the rail was previously installed. LS observed that the half door between Room 7 & 8 is missing a doorknob and that sharp edges remain in the socket where the doorknob was previously installed. LS observed the walls in Room 4 have areas of worn paint. Correct by 2/28/22. | |||
| 2022-02-14 | Full | 13A.16.05.11A | Corrected |
| Findings: LS observed the dirt and dust adhered to the baseboards in Room 5 near the half-door entryway. LS observed dried milk residue on the floor near the refrigerator in Room 5. LS observed debris under the diaper mat in Room 5. Correct by 2/21/22. | |||
| 2022-02-14 | Full | 13A.16.06.12C | Corrected |
| Findings: LS observed 3 aides need an aide orientation. | |||
| 2022-02-14 | Full | 13A.16.08.01A(2)(b) | Corrected |
| Findings: LS observed an aide alone with an infant in Room 2. Center corrected by combining the children and staff from Room 1 with Room 2. | |||
| 2022-02-14 | Full | 13A.16.08.02B | Corrected |
| Findings: LS observed an aide alone with an infant in Room 2. Center corrected by combining the children and staff from Room 1 with Room 2. | |||
| 2022-02-14 | Full | 13A.16.09.04F | Corrected |
| Findings: LS observed a thick gold-colored blanket in a crib in the nap room. Center corrected during inspection by removing blanket from crib and informing teacher to follow up with parent. | |||
| 2022-02-14 | Full | 13A.16.10.02E | Corrected |
| Findings: LS observed that the first aid kit is missing: 1) large, thick gauze/sanitary napkin, 2) fragrance-free soap, and 3) safety pins. Correct by 2/21/22. | |||
| 2022-02-14 | Full | 13A.16.10.03A | Corrected |
| Findings: LS observed a bib on the neck of a sleeping infant in the nap room. Center corrected during inspection by immediately removing the bib from the child's neck. | |||
| 2022-02-14 | Full | 13A.16.10.04A | Corrected |
| Findings: LS observed 3 cleaning/disinfectant sprays on a level accessible to children in Room 3. Center corrected by removing items and placing the in an inaccessible area. LS observed a pair of adult scissors under a diapering mat that was accessible to children in the Infant Rooms 1 & 2. Center corrected by removing the scissors from the diapering table. LS observed a bottle of Skin So Soft lotion in an open cabinet on a level accessible to children in Room 5. Center corrected by placing the lotion on a level inaccessible to children. | |||
| 2022-02-14 | Full | 13A.16.10.04F | Corrected |
| Findings: LS observed an uncapped electrical socket near the entryway to Room 6 at a level that is accessible to children. Center corrected during inspection by inserting a socket cover. | |||
| 2022-02-14 | Full | 13A.16.11.04E(1)(c) | Corrected |
| Findings: LS observed an expired Epi-Pen for 1 child. Correct by 2/28/22. | |||
| 2021-01-25 | Mandatory Review | ||
| Findings: No Noncompliances Found | |||
| 2020-09-23 | Other | ||
| Findings: No Noncompliances Found | |||
| 2020-08-31 | Complaint | 13A.16.03.04D | Corrected |
| Findings: Center self reported an incident which determined that the Center did not receive health inventories for two children enrolled in care. Director is requested to submit in writing updated filing/ paperwork procedures within five days from today . | |||
| 2020-08-31 | Complaint | 13A.16.03.04H | Corrected |
| Findings: Documentation to support/negate parental religious beliefs and practices was not accessible in children's files. | |||
| 2020-08-31 | Complaint | 13A.16.03.05B | Corrected |
| Findings: During inspection, updated staffing patterns were not available. Director is required to provide updated staffing patterns within five days from inspection. | |||
| 2020-01-29 | Full | ||
| Findings: No Noncompliances Found | |||
| 2020-01-29 | Full | 13A.16.03.02A | Corrected |
| Findings: Specialist observed no evidence of Part II of the health inventory for at least 1 child enrolled, no evidence of a complete Part I or Part II for at least 1 child enrolled. Center shall review all files for a complete health inventory, obtain or have completed as needed, and send a letter of correction. | |||
| 2020-01-29 | Full | 13A.16.03.04C | Corrected |
| Findings: Specialist observed no evidence of all required information, including doctor's information or current address, on the emergency card for at least 1 child enrolled. Center shall review all emergency cards for completeness, have parent complete as needed, and send a letter of correction. | |||
| 2020-01-29 | Full | 13A.16.04.01B | Corrected |
| Findings: Upon arrival, Specialist observed 13 children in Room 5, which is approved for a capacity of 12. Center brought classroom and remained in compliance during the remainder of the inspection. | |||
| 2020-01-29 | Full | 13A.16.06.02 | Corrected |
| Findings: Specialist observed no evidence of staff orientations for 3 staff. Center conducted orientations and had staff sign at time of inspection. | |||
| 2020-01-29 | Full | 13A.16.06.04A(1) | Corrected |
| Findings: Specialist observed no evidence of a medical in the file for 4 employees. Center shall obtain a medical and send a copy. | |||
| 2020-01-29 | Full | 13A.16.08.01A(2)(b) | Corrected |
| Findings: Specialist observed 13 children, ranging in age from 2 years to 5 years, in Room 5, which is approved for a capacity of 12. Center had 3 staff present in the classroom. Center brought classroom back into compliance and remained in compliance for the remainder of the inspection. | |||
| 2020-01-29 | Full | 13A.16.11.04A(1)(a) | Corrected |
| Findings: Specialist observed no evidence of a medication authorization form for 1 child with 2 different medications, another child with 1 medication and an out-dated medication authorization form for another child with 1 medication. Center shall obtain current medication forms, signed by the doctor and parent, for all children with medications and send a letter of correction. | |||
| 2020-01-29 | Full | 13A.16.11.04F(1) | Corrected |
| Findings: Specialist observed no evidence of a center employee present at time of arrival that has completed the Medication administration training. Center shall submit staffing patterns that show that a staff member who has completed the training is present during all operating hours. | |||
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