Leaps Ahead Learning Center
Arbutus, MD 21227
4.3· 6 reviews
Melinda London
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About Melinda London
Melinda London is a home daycare in Halethorpe, Maryland. It is registered with the state.
As a home daycare, the provider shares the address with families when you call.
Maryland State Department of Education, Office of Child Care made 3 visits in the last 3 years and cited 10 rules across 3 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
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- Type
- Home daycare
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- Not listed
- Capacity
- Not listed
Hours
Hours
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Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license |
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| Setting | Family child care homeFrom the state license |
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State record
Inspection reports for Melinda London
License
- Status
- Registered with the state and operating
- License type
- Registered Family Child Care Home
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
Summary
3 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Apr 15, 2026: 1 rule cited
Rules cited on 3 of 3 visits · 10 rules in all
- Building, equipment and play areas 3
- Safety and hazards 3
- Records and paperwork 3
- Health, medication and illness 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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Apr 15, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
13A.15.05.05A
“The Provider has ample space to play with lots of activities. The LS observed that the gate's safety latch needs to be replaced.”
Apr 14, 2025Inspection5 rules cited
13A.15.10.01H(1)
“The LS observed that the Provider is missing: a flashlight, disposable washcloths, and paper towels from her First Aide kit. The Provider will email the LS pictures of these items to correct this non-compliance.”
13A.15.10.01A(4)
“The Provider will email the LS a completed updated plan”
13A.15.10.01A(2)
“The Provider's written disaster plan was upstairs and she was unable to retrieve the plan. The Provider will email the LS the updated emergency preparedness plan.”
13A.15.05.05A
“The LS observed that the backyard has ample space. However, the backyard needs to be cleaned and organized. The LS observed lots of broken branches, sticks, cups and containers with standing water. A wheel barrow was by the fence that can pose a hazard. The barbecue grill needs to be covered.”
13A.15.05.03B
“The LS observed that there were no paper towels in the bathroom.”
Apr 5, 2024Inspection4 rules cited
13A.15.10.02
“LS observed cat food in the kitchen which is approved for care as well as chicks in the child care play room. Provider removed the cat food from the kitchen and states she was not aware that she could not have chicks for educational purposes. LS explained the animals in child care policy regarding chicks on site. Provider states the chicks will be returning to their home tomorrow. Provider will send documentation of correction to OCC ASAP.”
13A.15.07.07A
“LS observed cat food in the kitchen which is approved for care as well as chicks in the child care play room. Provider removed the cat food from the kitchen and states she was not aware that she could not have chicks for educational purposes. LS explained the animals in child care policy regarding chicks on site. Provider states the chicks will be returning to their home tomorrow. Provider will send documentation of correction to OCC ASAP.”
13A.15.03.04A(3)
“LS observed the forms for a 22mo and a 4yo missing the annual updates. Provider is to send proof of correction to OCC ASAP.”
13A.15.03.04A(1)
“LS observed the forms for a 13mo and a 3yo missing the doctor's name and number. Provider is to send proof of correction to OCC ASAP.”
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FAQ
Questions about Melinda London
Is Melinda London licensed?
Yes. Melinda London is registered with the state and operating. This is how Maryland authorizes this type of child care.
When was Melinda London last inspected?
Maryland State Department of Education, Office of Child Care lists the most recent visit on April 15, 2026, with 1 rule cited. It lists 3 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Melinda London had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 10 rules across 3 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 Melinda London's hours?
Its hours are not listed.
Where is Melinda London?
Halethorpe, MD 21227. It is a home daycare, so the provider shares the street address with families directly.