321 Family Child Care
WILLOW DRIVE, ELKTON, MD 21921Childery Rating: 5/5
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Quality Indicators
See Methodology →- Overall QualityCombines daily care quality (interactions, learning, environment) with structural features like staff-to-child ratios and teacher qualifications.5 / 5
- Process QualityThe quality of daily care — caregiver-child interactions, learning activities, and the emotional climate. Drawn from the state QRIS rating, accreditations, and Head Start CLASS observations.5 / 5
- Structural QualityMeasurable features like staff-to-child ratios, group sizes, license status, and teacher qualifications. Provider-level data when available; otherwise the state regulatory baseline.5 / 5
Why this rating
This daycare earned 5 out of 5 stars overall. Process quality reflects a Maryland EXCELS rating of Level 5 (out of 5) and NAFCC accreditation. Structural quality reflects a license in good standing. The structural rating also includes Maryland's licensing baseline — what every licensed daycare in the state must meet. Maryland caps infant ratios at 1:3, toddler ratios at 1:3, and preschool ratios at 1:10. Lead teachers must hold a High School Diploma. Teachers must complete 12 hours of annual training.
Quality Recognitions & Accreditations
- State Quality Rating
- Maryland EXCELS Level 5 (Max 5) Learn more →
- Accreditations
- National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC)Not Accredited
- National Accreditation Commission (NAC)Not Accredited
- National Early Childhood Program Accreditation (NECPA)Not Accredited
- National Association for Family Child Care (NAFCC)Accredited
- Recognized by Quality Business Practices, Quality Business Practices, Health and Wellness, Asthma & Allergy Friendly.
Facility Info
- Facility type
- Family Child Care Home
- Age groups served
- Toddlers, Preschool, School-Age
- Licensed capacity
- 8
- Teacher-child ratios & group sizesState Minimum Displayed
Age Max ratio Max group Toddlers 1:3 9 Preschool 1:10 20
Teacher Credentials
- Lead teacher credentialState Minimum Displayed
- High School Diploma
Inspection History
Across 3 inspections since 2024, the issues cited most often were Children's Records & Files (3), Infectious Disease Prevention & Control (3), and Building & Premises Safety (3). Of 14 total findings, 1 was critical.
See All 3 Inspection Visits
Jan 22, 20263 Findings3 Important
- At the Time of the Inspection the LS Reviewed the Children Files and Observed Child 1-3 Did Not Have Their Emergency Forms Updated.13A.15.03.04A(3)
- At the Time of the Inspection the LS Conducted a Walkthrough and Observed Piles of Clothes on the Floor Inside of the Kitchen/laundry Area.13A.15.05.03A
- At the Time of the Inspection the LS Conducted a Walkthrough and Observed Open Bags of Snow Salt Sitting in the Outdoor Play Space.13A.15.10.02
Mar 13, 20255 Findings1 Critical4 Important
- At the Time of the Inspection LS Reviewed the Children Files and Noted Child 1 and Child 2 Is Missing Medication EpiPen…13A.15.03.04C
At the time of the inspection LS reviewed the children files and noted child 1 and child 2 is missing medication EpiPen and alburtol, child 3 is missing part 1 of the health assessment.
- At the Time of the Inspection the LS Asked for the Attendance, the Provider Gave Attendance for Jan13A.15.03.03B
At the time of the inspection the LS asked for the attendance, the provider gave attendance for Jan. & Feb. but not March. When the LS asked for the attendance sheet the provider stated she uses the provider portal and text to create the attendance on the 15th of each month.
- At the Time of the Inspection LS Completed a Walkthrough of the Kitchen13A.15.05.03A
At the time of the inspection LS completed a walkthrough of the kitchen, a pot of old oxtails were sitting on top of the stove. The oven also needed cleaning, the cover of the door needed to be fixed.
- At the Time of the Inspection the LS Reviewed the First Aid Kit and Provider Was Missing Flashlight, Surgical Gauze…13A.15.10.01H(1)
At the time of the inspection the LS reviewed the first aid kit and provider was missing flashlight, surgical gauze pad, paper towels, scissors, soap, & tape. The provider was able to correct on site all but the flashlight and tape.
- At the Time of the Inspection the LS Observed a Bag of Snow Salt in the Front Yard Where the Children Toys Are.13A.15.10.02
Apr 18, 20246 Findings6 Important
- At the Time of the Inspection Ls Reviewed the Children Files and Observed Child 1 Is Missing the Lead Form.13A.15.03.02B
- At the Time of the Inspection the LS Asked for the Sign in Sheet and the Provider Stated She Didn't Have One Right Now.13A.15.03.03B
- At the Time of the Inspection the LS Observed the Drain Pipe on the Outside of the Home Broke Apart and Is Hanging.13A.15.05.01A
- At the Time of the Inspection the LS Observed the Provider Is Using a Warped Pallet as a Step Into the Home.13A.15.05.01B
- At the Time of the Inspection Ls Observed 3 Half Eaten Cupcakes on the Kids Table with Two Used Paper Cups13A.15.05.03A
At the time of the inspection Ls observed 3 half eaten cupcakes on the kids table with two used paper cups. When LS asked about the items the provider stated her grandson had cupcakes.
- At the Time of the Inspection Ls Observed Dirty Stagnate Water Inside of the Bucket and Child's Activity Table.13A.15.05.05A
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