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The New Edge Learning Ceanter

Odenton, MD · Anne Arundel County
★ ★ ½ ☆ ☆ 2.5 (5 reviews)
478 Higgins Dr, Odenton, MD 21113
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Quick Facts

Capacity
57 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
Rate Range
$145.00 to 350.00 / week
Type of Care
Infant/Toddler, PreKindergarten, Before & After School, Drop-in Care, Emergency Care, Full-Time, Kindergarten
Transportation
Field Trips, To/From School
Languages
English, Spanish
Subsidized Program
Participates
State Rating
1

Contact Information

📞 (410) 305-0005
478 Higgins Dr
Odenton, MD 21113
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✓ Licensed Licensed Child Care Center
Active License
License Number
250833
Issued By
Maryland State Department of Education
Accreditation
Member of MD Excels - Race to the Top
District Office
Region 1 - Anne Arundel County

Reviews

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PLEASE READ.
2016-07-14 18:08:33
★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆

DO NOT SEND YOUR CHILD TO THIS CENTER!!!!

If I could give less than one star I would.
The owner is very very good with words. She will tell you exactly what you want to hear, yet do the complete opposite behind your back. While my child attended, I caught her in many lies leading me to remove my child from this center. Not once, not twice but on almost a daily basis when I arrived at the center to drop of my child AND when I arrived to pick my child up, she was sitting in her car, often times with cigarette in hand. Very unprofessional. She would talk down to staff as if they had no idea what they were doing. Do not send your child to a center based around lies and an owner who would rather take smoke breaks than interact with your child. My only compliment is that Aside from the owner, the staff was always very helpful and my child adored their teachers. What hurt me most about this center is the owner would brag about other children to other parents, this was extremely wrong to me. When communicating with parents you should only be speaking about their child. This center is all around backwards when it comes to the owner and her way of running things.
please, continue your search. I promise better centers are out there. The positive reviews of this center I found to be written by the owner, herself. Do not make your decision based off of the limited positive reviews.

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John & Mary
2016-07-13 20:22:36
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
I have used this provider for more than 6 months

We have 2 kids at The New Edge, one 10 months old & one 2 years old. They have been going there for 8 months. We are extremely appreciative and happy with the management and the staff.
Staff is loving and caring, very pleasant and very professional. The Director is professional, knowledgeable, helpful and very pleasant to talk to.
A couple of months ago, my wife Mary and I, went through some financial difficulties we decided to talk to the Director about our situation. She was very helpful in working with us. Because of her understanding and giving us different options and plans, our kids were able to attend the Daycare and that definitely helped us.
We love this Center, where not only our kids are well taken care off by great teachers but as parents we are provided a great service and support.
Thank you The New Edge Learning Center, we appreciate your service.
If you want your child to be safe, educated and loved, bring your child to The New Edge, we are glad that we did.
John & Mary

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Loveall, Nancy
2016-07-13 13:21:32
★ ★ ★ ★ ☆
I have used this provider for more than 6 months

Our son is enrolled at the New Edge for more then a year and we are very pleased. We started with Kiddie Korner at this location, which closed its door without any advance notice. That is when The New Edge took over and reopened doors in a week. We were not happy with Kiddie Korner. The New Edge Director and staff are professional, knowledgeable and organized. Our son has developed self-confidence, and self-steam at The New Edge. Staff is friendly and caring. They take time to update us about our child’s progress and growth. Director is very pleasant and easy to talk to, she is always available to answer any questions. Director also helps us by providing helpful tips regarding recourses and information, which is available to parents outside of the center. We provided all food and drinks for our son until he turned 2 years because State regulations do not allow childcare provider to provide anything to children under age 2. Since our son turned 2, we were pleased to see that The New Edge provides breakfast, milk and afternoon snakes. Also that mane is based on healthy choices. No junk food or food with artificial add-ons. Also No TV, kids learn from teachers. Our son was learning his numbers, letters, shapes and colors when he was an infant. The New Edge uses a 4.5 star rated and MSDE approved curriculum. We get copies of lesson plans on weekly basis. Teachers create fun activities for kids to learn social, emotional and language skills. Our son loves to come home and teach us what he learned at school. Teachers keep kids active and interested through out the day, We love The New Edge Center and we are very pleased with their staff and Director. We only wish that, if we had found this Center when our 2 older kids were going to daycare. We highly recommend The New Edge to all. You will not be disappointed.

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MomOf3
2016-06-30 18:07:39
★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆
I have used this provider for less than 6 months

Save yourself the trouble and hassle and choose a different provider. DayCare provider and owner promised to enroll into NACCAR (military child care asdistance) which she never did. As one person stated, the facility does not open as promised at 6:30 a.m. and the pictures on the website are not a true reflection of the classrooms. Space is very limited in all areas of this DayCare, I do not recommend this daycare.

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Cool Dad
2015-09-17 16:21:01
★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆
I have used this provider for less than 6 months

Operation Hours short staffed so although 6:30 a.m. time posted, plan to wait about 15 minutes if arriving at 6:30a.m.

Staff/Teacher interaction with children are appropriate. Cleanliness is practiced. Very limited amount of space and storage as well very limited amount of toys for free play especially in 12-23 month classroom. Outside play is a large fenced area however there are wood chips that need replacement on grounds. All children share the background and outside toys are visibly dated and worn.

No meals, snacks, or any beverages to include milk provided. Must supply own bedding for naptime.

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About the Provider

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The New Edge Learning Center has been blessed to play an important role in the formation of many children’s lives. We believe that the first steps towards appropriate childhood development build confidence and success in children. Our goal is to provide a safe and fun learning environment that promotes social, physical, emotional, cognitive, and intellectual freedom. We believe that a child’s basic needs must be met in an environment that is nurturing, comfortable and specifically structured to meet each individual’s unique physical, emotional and developmental needs. That all children – regardless of ability – should have the opportunity to become independent and successful in an educational environment that meets their unique needs.

Additional Information:

Mission of the The New Edge Learning Center is to provide safe, affordable, high quality childcare for the families of this community. In doing so, we support families in their efforts to reach their goals. The New Edge Learning Center provides a great variety in their curriculum programs for children ages six weeks to five years. We provide a home like environment where children are encouraged to develop their skills at their own pace. Our staff is committed to the NAYEC requirements, safe haven for families we serve, providing support, and encouragement.

Free Registration and No Deposit:

We offer Military, Federal Employee, Siblings and Student Discount.

Hours of Operation

  • Monday 6:30 AM - 6:00 PM
  • Tuesday 6:30 AM - 6:00 PM
  • Wednesday 6:30 AM - 6:00 PM
  • Thursday 6:30 AM - 6:00 PM
  • Friday 6:30 AM - 6:00 PM
  • Saturday Closed
  • Sunday Closed

Inspection/Report History

Where possible, ChildcareCenter provides inspection reports as a service to families. This information is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed. We encourage families to contact the daycare provider directly with any questions or concerns. Reports can also be verified with your local daycare licensing office.

Date Type Regulations Status
2025-06-23 Full 13A.16.03.04E Corrected
Findings: Licensing Specialist observed several children missing updated lead testing. Facility needs to submit a letter of corrections that all missing children's updated lead testing has been obtained.
2025-06-23 Full 13A.16.05.01A(1) Corrected
Findings: Licensing Specialist observed the handwashing sink in Room 3 is in disrepair. The laminate covering is peeling and needs to be replaced. Facility needs to submit picture evidence that this has been repaired or replaced.
2025-06-23 Full 13A.16.05.12D Corrected
Findings: Licensing Specialist observed damaged fence from recent storm. Damaged fencing is on the playground accessible to children. Facility needs to submit photographic evidence that the fence has been fixed and the old broken fencing has been removed. Licensing Specialist also observed a piece of PVC piping from where a previous basketball hoop was; it is presenting a tripping hazard and needs to be removed. Send evidence that it has been removed or new basketball hoop installed.
2025-06-23 Full 13A.16.06.02 Corrected
Findings: Licensing Specialist observed several staff members missing staff orientation form. Facility needs to obtain staff orientation verification forms to add to their files and submit copies to Licensing Specialist.
2025-06-23 Full 13A.16.11.04E(1)(c) Corrected
Findings: Licensing Specialist observed several expired medications. Facility needs to send a letter of corrections stating the medications have been returned to the parent.
2025-06-23 Full 13A.16.12.06E(1) Corrected
Findings: Licensing Specialist observed infant bottles in rooms 3 and 4 that were not labeled or dated. Facility needs to submit a statement of understanding that all infant bottles need to be labeled and dated.
2024-08-20 Complaint 13A.16.07.06A Corrected
Findings: Staff was not able to secure a child resulting in the child falling down stairs.
2024-08-20 Complaint 13A.16.08.03A Corrected
Findings: facility assigned one to four infant and toddler children.
2024-08-20 Complaint 13A.16.08.03C(1) Corrected
Findings: Specialist observed a group with four infants and four toddlers exceed a group of size, with seven children. The class room was also out of ratio with seven children and 2 staff members.
2024-08-20 Complaint 13A.16.08.07A Corrected
Findings: Teacher was alone with four infants/ toddler and not positioned in a manner to prevent a child from falling down the stairs.
2024-08-20 Complaint 13A.16.10.04A Corrected
Findings: Facility did not have a gate at the top of the stairs of the deck leading to the infant and toddler playground results in a child falling down the stairs.
2024-06-25 Mandatory Review
Findings: No Noncompliances Found
2023-06-23 Full 13A.16.03.04E Open
Findings: Specialist observed 4 children files missing lead screenings. Facility will obtain missing documents.
2023-06-23 Full 13A.16.06.04A(1) Open
Findings: specialist observed a staff member that has been employed for more than six months missing an medical report.
2022-08-09 Complaint 13A.16.03.05B Corrected
Findings: LS observed that staffing patterns do not match the children in the room. Staffing pattern states Erica is the teacher in the room. LS observed 3 aides were with children 6 months to 18 months.
2022-08-09 Complaint 13A.16.07.06A Corrected
Findings: LS observed staff on the Associated parties list had quit and the office was not notified
2022-08-09 Complaint 13A.16.08.01A(2)(b) Corrected
Findings: LS observed upon arrival Infant and Toddlers were out of ratios. with only aides in the room, no teacher.
2022-08-09 Complaint 13A.16.08.02B Corrected
Findings: LS observed upon entering out of ratio with 0-2. ages, there are not qualified staff with the children.
2022-08-09 Complaint 13A.16.08.03A Corrected
Findings: LS observed 7 children 6 months to 18 months with 3 aids, no teacher in the room.
2022-05-12 Mandatory Review 13A.16.10.04A Corrected
Findings: The child safety lock for the sink cabinet in room 3 is not functioning. An unlabeled spray bottle was located in this cabinet. Staff immediately moved the spray bottle to a location outside of child care areas. This is considered corrected.
2022-05-12 Mandatory Review 13A.16.12.04A(1) Corrected
Findings: Freezer in room 3 has a spilled substance in it and has a large amount of frost in it. Center is asked to defrost and clean this freezer as soon as possible.
2021-06-22 Full 13A.16.10.03B Corrected
Findings: Infant-Toddler meal table does not have appropriate restraint straps for the seats.
2021-06-22 Full 13A.16.11.04A(1)(a) Corrected
Findings: One medication administration form is not signed by a parent.
2021-06-22 Full 13A.16.11.04E(1)(a) Corrected
Findings: Several topical non-prescription medications were not properly labelled with the child's names.
2021-06-22 Full 13A.16.03.04I(3) Corrected
Findings: File for one child does not contain required allergy action plan.
2021-06-22 Full 13A.16.03.05C Corrected
Findings: One staff member file does not contain documentation of criminal background check results.
2021-06-22 Full 13A.16.05.12E Corrected
Findings: Protective cover on chain on swing set is broken.
2021-06-22 Full 13A.16.06.02 Corrected
Findings: No record of orientation completion in staff files.
2021-06-22 Full 13A.16.08.01A(2)(b) Corrected
Findings: Children napping with blankets covering their heads and faces, which inhibits staff ability to observe children for signs of distress.
2021-06-22 Full 13A.16.09.04A(4)(a) Corrected
Findings: Several crib mattresses are cracked and/or have split seams, which makes them no longer moisture-proof and cannot be properly cleaned.
2021-06-22 Full 13A.16.09.04B Corrected
Findings: During nap time, cots in room 1 were placed too close together. When napping near each other, children should also be positioned head-to-toe, to help prevent spread of virus/germs.
2021-06-22 Full 13A.16.10.01A(3)(c) Corrected
Findings: No record that a fire drill was conducted during the two months prior to the inspection.
2020-07-08 Mandatory Review
Findings: No Noncompliances Found
2019-09-05 Complaint 13A.16.03.06D(2) Corrected
Findings: The complaint alleges on Thursday, the director witnessed a teacher smack a child on the hand for pushing goldfish around the table. Director did not notify parent. Per inspection director stated she did witness a teacher smack a child on the hand for pushing goldfish around the table, and did not notify the parent until yesterday after OCC recommendation.
2019-09-05 Complaint 13A.16.03.06E(1) Corrected
Findings: The complaint alleges on Thursday, the director witnessed a teacher smack a child on the hand for pushing goldfish around the table. Director did not notify parent, DSS of OCC immediately. . Per inspection director stated she did witness a teacher smack a child on the hand for pushing goldfish around the table, and did not notify the parent, OCC or DSS until yesterday after OCC recommendation.
2019-09-05 Complaint 13A.16.07.01 Corrected
Findings: The complaint alleges on Thursday a teacher smacked a child in the hand at the table for pushing goldfish around. Upon inspection, director stated she did witness the teacher smack the child in the hand at the table for pushing the goldfish around.
2019-09-05 Complaint 13A.16.07.02A(1) Corrected
Findings: Complaint alleges on Thursday, the director witnessed a teacher smack a child in the hand for pushing goldfish all over the table, director did not report this to DSS. Upon inspection, director confirmed that she did witness the teacher smack the child in the hand, and did not notify DSS until yesterday after OCC recommendation.
2019-09-05 Complaint 13A.16.07.03A(1) Corrected
Findings: Complaint alleges that a teacher smacked a child in the hand for pushing goldfish around the table, at inspection director stated she did witness a teacher smack a child in the hand for pushing goldfish all over the table.
2019-06-24 Full 13A.16.03.05C Corrected
Findings: There were several employees missing the copies of the following: CBC' reports, releases and medicals. Some employees have no date for a medical on the personnel list.
2019-06-24 Full 13A.16.03.05A Corrected
Findings: There was no complete personnel list at the center, director gave deletions from personnel list at the inspection.
2019-06-24 Full 13A.16.03.04C Corrected
Findings: Director had emergency cards that did not have updates. Director states she would like to use the one in her computer, director will give a copy to OCC to approve.
2019-06-24 Full 13A.16.03.05B Corrected
Findings: Staffing patterns were up and posted but were not correct.
2019-06-24 Full 13A.16.06.05C(1) Corrected
Findings: There was only 9 hours of continued training for the 20182019 years.
2019-06-24 Full 13A.16.05.12D Corrected
Findings: There is one area where a gate is required, as there is a drop off and children could fall. The gate was broken and must be fixed immediately. There is a gate around a sump pump that is broken and must be foxed immediately. There is an area of the fence that is deteriorated, and a plastic bag that poses a hazard that needs to be removed.
2019-06-24 Full 13A.16.03.02A Corrected
Findings: There was one child that did not have part 2 of the health inventory.
2019-06-24 Full 13A.16.03.06A(2) Corrected
Findings: Several employees were gone but notification was not given.

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