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Childery

Bizunesh Gellana

MERGANSER STREET, CLARKSBURG, MD 20871Childery Rating: 3/5

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Quality Indicators

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  • Overall Quality
    3 / 5
  • Process Quality
    2 / 5
  • Structural Quality
    5 / 5

Why this rating

This daycare earned 3 out of 5 stars overall. Process quality reflects a Maryland EXCELS rating of Level 1 (out of 5). 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 1 (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)Not Accredited

Facility Info

Facility type
Family Child Care Home
Age groups served
Toddlers, Preschool, School-Age
Licensed capacity
Not Available
Teacher-child ratios & group sizesState Minimum Displayed
AgeMax ratioMax group
Toddlers1:39
Preschool1:1020

Teacher Credentials

Lead teacher credentialState Minimum Displayed
High School Diploma

Inspection History

3 Inspection Visits Since 2024 · 14 Findings
Most recent: Feb 11, 2026⤓ Download Inspection History Report (PDF)
14 Important

Across 3 inspections since 2024, the issues cited most often were Children's Records & Files (5), Infectious Disease Prevention & Control (2), and Safe Sleep & SIDS Prevention (2). None of the 14 findings were critical.

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  1. Feb 11, 20266 Findings6 Important
    • LS Observed Two (2) Emergency Cards That Were Did Not Have Complete Addresses for the Emergency Contacts13A.15.03.04A(1)

      LS observed two (2) emergency cards that were did not have complete addresses for the emergency contacts. Provider to submit a written statement verifying that the emergency cards have been completed, obtained and are accessible in the child files.

    • LS Observed No Evidence of Paper Towels That Were Placed Within Reach of the Children Capable of Using the Toilet…13A.15.05.03B

      LS observed no evidence of paper towels that were placed within reach of the children capable of using the toilet without assistance. Provider put paper towels in the bathroom within reach of children at the time of the inspection.

    • LS Observed Soft Items, Specifically Blankets, in the Cribs13A.15.05.06F

      LS observed soft items, specifically blankets, in the cribs. Provider removed the items and LS discussed the regulation at the time of the inspection.

    • LS Observed No Evidence of the Completion of the 2025 Basic Health and Safety Annual Update13A.15.06.02B(1)

      LS observed no evidence of the completion of the 2025 Basic Health and Safety Annual Update. Provider to submit evidence of completion to OCC immediately.

    • LS Observed the Emergency and Preparedness Plan That Had Not Been Annually Updated13A.15.10.01A(4)

      LS observed the emergency and preparedness plan that had not been annually updated. Provider reviewed, initialed, and annually updated the plan at the time of the inspection/

    • LS Observed No Evidence of a Gauze Roll or Liquid Fragrance Free Soap in the First Aid Kit13A.15.10.01H(1)

      LS observed no evidence of a gauze roll or liquid fragrance free soap in the first aid kit. Provider to submit photographic evidence that the items have been obtained and are accessible in the first aid kit.

  2. Feb 13, 20252 Findings2 Important
    • LS Observed No Evidence of a Completed Emergency Form for One Child in Care13A.15.03.04A(1)

      LS observed no evidence of a completed emergency form for one child in care. Provider to submit a written statement verifying that the emergency card has been completed, obtained, and is accessible in the child's file.

    • LS Observed No Evidence of an Emergency Card Being Annually Updated13A.15.03.04A(3)

      LS observed no evidence of an emergency card being annually updated. Provider to submit a written statement verifying that the emergency card has been annually updated, obtained, and is accessible in the child's file.

  3. Feb 6, 20246 Findings6 Important
    • LS Observed No Evidence of the Consumer Pamphlet Being Posted or Presented to the Parent's of Children in Care13A.15.03.03E

      LS observed no evidence of the consumer pamphlet being posted or presented to the parent's of children in care. Provider to post the consumer pamphlet on the parent information board or give directly to parents.

    • LS Observed One (1) Child's Emergency Card That Was Not Complete13A.15.03.04A(1)

      LS observed one (1) child's emergency card that was not complete. Provider to submit a written statement verifying that the emergency card has been updated/completed and is accessible in the child's file.

    • LS Observed One 91) Child's Emergency Form That Was Not Complete13A.15.03.04A(1)

      LS observed one 91) child's emergency form that was not complete. Provider to submit a written statement verifying that the emergency card has been updated/completed and is accessible in the child's file.

    • LS Observed No Evidence of Paper Towels Within Reach of Children in the Restroom.13A.15.05.03B
    • LS Observed Soft Bedding Items Including Blankets and Stuffed Animals, in the Cribs.13A.15.05.06F
    • LS Observed No Evidence of Liquid, Fragrance Free Soap or a Large, Thick Gauze Pad in the First Aid Kit13A.15.10.01H(1)

      LS observed no evidence of liquid, fragrance free soap or a large, thick gauze pad in the first aid kit. Provider to submit photographic evidence that these items have been placed in the first aid kit.

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