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First Start Learning Center
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About First Start Learning Center
First Start Learning Center is a licensed child care center in Elkridge, Maryland. It is licensed by the state.
Maryland State Department of Education, Office of Child Care made 3 visits in the last 3 years and cited 13 rules across 2 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
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Ages served: infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
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- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
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Inspection reports for First Start Learning Center
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- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Licensed Child Care Center
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
Summary
3 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jan 21, 2026: 1 rule cited
Rules cited on 2 of 3 visits · 13 rules in all
- Building, equipment and play areas 5
- Records and paperwork 3
- Discipline and child guidance 2
- Safe sleep 2
- Safety and hazards 1
For comparison: 73% of Maryland daycares had at least one rule cited in the last 3 years; the typical daycare had 3.
A cited rule is what an inspector found on the day of a visit. It is not a rating of the daycare today.
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Jan 21, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
13A.16.09.02C
“LS observed several children's written activity plans that had not been updated. The provider has sent a email to each infant/toddler parent requesting that they come in and update the activity plan for their child. LS also advised that the teacher should go over the activity plan with each parent.”
- Jan 29, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Jan 26, 2024Inspection12 rules cited
13A.16.10.01A(4)
“LS did not observe emergency escape route floor plan in each area and room in the center.”
13A.16.09.06A
“LS observed one storage container that needed a safety lock on it. One storage container with a broken shelf.”
13A.16.09.04E(1)
“LS observed three (3) cribs that were end to side and touching.”
13A.16.09.04A(4)(a)
“LS observed two (2) mattresses in one (1) crib. The director removed the extra mattress during the inspection.”
13A.16.09.02C
“LS observed several infant/toddler activity plans that were not reevaluated at least every 3 months.”
13A.16.05.12D
“LS observed potentially harmful items (one two by four and inappropriately stacked toys and trash) behind the shed in the outside play area.”
13A.16.05.11A
“LS observed 2 refrigerators that were dirty.”
13A.16.05.07A
“LS observed one bathroom that did not have running hot water.”
13A.16.05.01A(1)
“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.”
13A.16.03.06B
“Owner did not notify within 15 working days of new staff or provide documentation to the office of child care”
13A.16.03.06A(1)
“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.”
13A.16.03.04C
“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.”
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FAQ
Questions about First Start Learning Center
Is First Start Learning Center licensed?
Yes. Maryland State Department of Education, Office of Child Care lists it as licensed and operating.
When was First Start Learning Center last inspected?
Maryland State Department of Education, Office of Child Care lists the most recent visit on January 21, 2026, with 1 rule cited. It lists 3 visits in the last 3 years.
Has First Start Learning Center had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 13 rules across 2 of 3 visits in the last 3 years. For comparison: 73% of Maryland daycares had at least one rule cited in the last 3 years; the typical daycare had 3. A cited rule is what an inspector found on the day of a visit. It is not a rating of the daycare today.
What are First Start Learning Center's hours?
Its hours are not listed.
Where is First Start Learning Center?
Elkridge, MD 21075.