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The Learning Experience

Waldorf, MD 206034.2· 64 reviews

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About The Learning Experience

The Learning Experience is a licensed child care center in Waldorf, Maryland. It is licensed by the state.

It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM. It describes a STEM / STEAM and Waldorf approach, with infant care, pre-k, preschool and toddler care.

Maryland State Department of Education, Office of Child Care made 5 visits in the last 3 years and cited 12 rules across 3 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

InfantsPreschool / pre-KSchool-ageSTEM / STEAM

Ages served: infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children

From the state license. Ages it lists: 6 weeks to 5 years
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Type
Child care center
Ages
Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
Hours today
Closed today
Capacity
Not listed

Hours

Hours

Monday6:30 AM to 6:30 PM
Tuesday6:30 AM to 6:30 PM
Wednesday6:30 AM to 6:30 PM
Thursday6:30 AM to 6:30 PM
Friday6:30 AM to 6:30 PM
SaturdayNot listed
SundayTodayNot listed
Hours it lists: “M-F, 6:30 AM - 6:30 PM”

Programs

Programs and care

AgesInfants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license. It lists: 6 weeks to 5 years
ProgramsInfant care, pre-k, preschool and toddler care
ApproachSTEM / STEAM, Waldorf
CurriculumL.E.A.P.® Curriculum
EnrichmentMusic, art, STEM activities, cultural awareness
StaffBachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education (Lead Toddler Teacher)
Daily lifePotty training: Twaddlers have a focus on potty training
Parent updatesParent app (secure parent app)
LanguagesSpanish
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Cost

Tuition and costs

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State record

Inspection reports for The Learning Experience

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
Licensed Child Care Center
Ages
Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
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Summary

5 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit May 12, 2026: 8 rules cited

Rules cited on 4 of 5 visits · 12 rules in all

  • Staff training and qualifications 5
  • Supervision and ratios 4
  • Building, equipment and play areas 2
  • 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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  1. May 12, 2026Inspection8 rules cited
    • Staff training and qualifications

      13A.16.06.12C

      “At the time of the mandatory inspection there was 1 aide that needs to complete the aide orientation training. For correction please have the aide complete the training and send a copy of the certificate to the licensing specialist.”
    • Staff training and qualifications

      13A.16.06.12B(3)

      “At the time of the mandatory inspection 3 aides did not complete the 2025 basic health and safety training. For correction please submit the training certificate.”
    • Staff training and qualifications

      13A.16.06.12B(1)

      “At the time of the mandatory inspection 1 aide was missing 3 hours of continued training. For correction please submit the training certificate.”
    • Staff training and qualifications

      13A.16.06.12A(3)

      “At the time of the mandatory inspection there were 3 aides that did not have the basic health and safety training. For correction please submit the basic health and safety certificate.”
    • Staff training and qualifications

      13A.16.06.09C

      “At the time of the mandatory inspection 2 teachers were behind in continued training hours and one teacher was missing the 2025 basic health and safety. For correction please have the teachers complete the training hours and submit a copy of the certificates.”
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      13A.16.05.12D

      “At the time of the mandatory inspection there was no mulch under the slides on the playground. For correction please have mulch put under the slides and send pictures to the licensing specialist.”
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      13A.16.05.08G(3)

      “At the time of the mandatory inspection none of the bathrooms had a working mechanical ventilation system. For correction please notify the licensing specialist when this is correct so the licensing specialist can observe the working mechanical ventilation.”
    • Supervision and ratios

      13A.16.03.05B

      “During the mandatory inspection the staffing pattern for Preschool 1A was missing and the staffing pattern for Twaddler was incorrect. For correction please update, post and submit a new staffing pattern for the center.”
  2. Apr 9, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  3. Feb 17, 2026Complaint investigation3 rules cited
    • Supervision and ratios

      13A.16.08.02B

      “An email stated that the center told parents that there would be 3 to 4 teachers in the classroom but reportedly there has only been 1 to 2 teachers in the classroom. After reviewing the children's attendance during the time of complaint the center was in compliance with qualified staff and in ratio with 2 staff. However at the time of the complaint inspection the center did not have a qualified staff in the classroom due to changing the staff in the classroom. For correction please send an updated staffing pattern showing that there is a qualified teacher in the classroom.”
    • Supervision and ratios

      13A.16.08.01A(2)(b)

      “An email sent in stated that a child has been bitten in the face and also had a bruise on her face that could not be explained by staff. It was also reported that a child was sent home in Pampers diapers rather than the pull ups provided to the center by the parents. During an interview with the director it was stated that the staff in that classroom did not witness the child's injury as one staff was changing diapers and the other staff was with the children did not witness it. It was also reported that one staff mislabeled the child's diapers that lead the child to be put in the wrong diaper. One staff has been terminated by the center and the other staff is no longer in that classroom. The center director has assigned new staff to the classroom. The center confirmed that the child was injured and there were two staff present that at least one of the staff should have known about the injury.”
    • Supervision and ratios

      13A.16.03.06D(2)

      “An email stated that a child had been bitten in the face and also had a bruise on her face that could not be explained by staff. The parent of the bitten child was later told there was another biting incident but that was not reported until two days later. During the interview the center stated that they talked to the parent the day of the incident but did not have an explanation to the incident or injury or write an incident report. The center did report that they gave the parent another incident report from another incident that week. Center was reminded to notify parents of injuries to children.”
  4. Feb 2, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      13A.16.03.04D(3)

      “At the time of the inspection one child was missing documentation of having a medical examination but has an appointment on 2.3.2026. For correction please submit a copy to the licensing specialist.”
  5. Feb 2, 2026Visit1 rule cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      13A.16.03.04D(3)

      “At the time of the inspection one child was missing documentation of having a medical examination but has an appointment on 2.3.2026. For correction please submit a copy to the licensing specialist.”

Copied from Maryland State Department of Education, Office of Child Care on October 2, 2026; the state's records start around Oct 2023. Rule wording, severity and dates are the state's.

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FAQ

Questions about The Learning Experience

Is The Learning Experience licensed?

Yes. Maryland State Department of Education, Office of Child Care lists it as licensed and operating.

When was The Learning Experience last inspected?

Maryland State Department of Education, Office of Child Care lists the most recent visit on May 12, 2026, with 8 rules cited. It lists 5 visits in the last 3 years.

Has The Learning Experience had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 12 rules across 4 of 5 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 The Learning Experience's hours?

Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM. Holiday hours can differ.

How much does The Learning Experience cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (301) 885-0008 to ask.

What is The Learning Experience's phone number?

(301) 885-0008.

Where is The Learning Experience?

Waldorf, MD 20603.

Sources: Maryland State Department of Education, Office of Child Care (license and visits).