Gbaina Child Daycare - Bowie MD Licensed Child Care Center

15705 Halll Road , Bowie MD 20720
(443) 517-6246

About the Provider

Description:

Welcome to Gabina Learning Center! This is a place where children can find the nurturing, safe, and stimulating environment all parents are looking for. We are located in the City of Bowie and we enjoy wonderful family atmosphere ranging from our tiny babies to the big kids getting ready for the adventures life will bring.

​Our highly qualified teachers take pride in providing an enriched program specifically to each age group. We  prepares nutritious, primarily vegetarian and delicious fresh food every day.

We believe that every child is unique and will grow at his or her own pace. Our teachers spend time nurturing children’s strengths and encouraging them to reach new heights.

Most importantly at Gabina Learning Center, there is no end to the love and attention of our children that they receive every day from all our staff.

Please call us to tour our facility at 443-517-6246 or visit us at www.gabinalearningcenter.com

Additional Information:

We believe children learn and grow through play that is designed to meet their individual needs. We provide opportunities for both structured and non-structured activities which are appropriate to the needs and ages of your child. Your child will explore music and movement, dramatic play, stories, field trips, arts and crafts, self-care, and many more adventures with us. We will strive to provide your child with a "home away from home" experience, while maintaining an exciting and educational environment.


Program and Licensing Details

  • License Number: 253108
  • Capacity: 55
  • 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
  • Achievement and/or Accreditations Yes
  • Enrolled in Subsidized Child Care Program: Yes
  • Languages Supported: English, United States
  • Type of Care: Before School, Before and After School, Daytime, Drop-in Care, Emergency Care, Full-Time, Kindergarten
  • District Office: Region 4 - Prince George's County
  • District Office Phone: (301) 333-6940 (Note: This is not the facility phone number.)

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Inspection/Report History

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Date Type Regulations Status
2022-03-08 Mandatory Review 13A.16.03.05B Corrected
Findings: LS did not observe staffing patterns posted.
2022-03-08 Mandatory Review 13A.16.08.02A Corrected
Findings: LS observed staff supervising children who have not been approved as child care teachers.
2022-03-08 Mandatory Review 13A.16.03.06A(1) Corrected
Findings: LS observed 7 new staff at center. Documentation is required to be submitted by provider within 5 working days. Criminal background checks and release of information forms are required to be received by the OCC.
2022-03-08 Mandatory Review 13A.16.03.06A(2) Corrected
Findings: LS observed 7 new staff at center. Documentation is required to be submitted by provider within 5 working days.
2022-03-08 Mandatory Review 13A.16.03.06B Corrected
Findings: LS observed 7 new staff at center. Documentation is required to be submitted by provider within 15 working days.
2022-03-08 Mandatory Review 13A.16.08.02B Corrected
Findings: LS observed staff supervising children who have not been approved as child care teachers.
2021-11-17 Monitoring
Findings: No Noncompliances Found
2021-09-17 Complaint 13A.16.03.04C Corrected
Findings: LS observed two children did not have emergency forms completed.
2021-09-17 Complaint 13A.16.03.05B Corrected
Findings: On this date LS observed no updated Staffing Patterns posted in center. Please correct by posted staffing patterns immediately.
2021-09-17 Complaint 13A.16.08.01A(1) Corrected
Findings: On this date a follow up complaint investigation was conducted for a complaint inspection that was called in stating that the Director is never at the center. For several weeks LS observed Director at 6:45 am and 3:45pm daily. Today 10/5/2021 LS arrived at 9am and Director was not at the center. LS Spoke with staff person in the Room# 2 who stated that Director leaves daily to go drop her children at school and then comes right back. LS observed Room # 3 with 9 children which includes toddlers, two's and three's with one teacher. Please make sure all children are supervised at all times
2021-09-17 Complaint 13A.16.08.01A(2)(a) Corrected
Findings: LS observed one staff from Room# 3 with 9 toddlers, two's and three's outside on the playground. LS observed a parent dropping off their toddler. Parent remained outside and the toddler ran into the building. LS observed the teacher leave her children on the playground with the parent while the teacher ran in the building to get the toddler. Parent was not qualified or approved to supervise the children. Please ensure that all children are supervised by qualified staff at all times.
2021-09-17 Complaint 13A.16.08.03C(1) Corrected
Findings: On this date LS observed in Room #3 9 children who are toddlers and two's and three's with one staff person. In Room # 4 LS observed 5 infants with one staff. Center must follow child/staff ratio requirements at all times, please correct immediately.
2020-09-30 Mandatory Review
Findings: No Noncompliances Found
2019-04-04 Conversion 13A.16.03.04A Corrected
Findings: On this date Licensing Specialist observed 9 children missing a complete Health Inventory. Please correct Immediately and send corrections to Licensing Specialist Rhonda Miller at rhondaa.miller@maryland.gov or fax to 301-499-6999. You may also hand deliver to the Regional Office at 807 Brightseat Road, Landover, Md 20785
2019-04-04 Conversion 13A.16.03.04J Corrected
Findings: Licensing Specialist observed no evidence of children having an Individual needs supplied by the parent. Please correct Immediately and send corrections to Licensing Specialist Rhonda Miller at rhondaa.miller@maryland.gov or fax to 301-499-6999. You may also hand deliver to the Regional Office at 807 Brightseat Road, Landover, Md 20785

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