Blar-ney Child Development
MARLBORO PIKE, FORESTVILLE, MD 20747Childery Rating: 3/5
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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.3 / 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.3 / 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 3 out of 5 stars overall. Process quality reflects a Maryland EXCELS rating of Level 2 (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 2 (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
- Child Care Center
- Age groups served
- Infants, Toddlers, Preschool, School-Age
- Licensed capacity
- 48
- Teacher-child ratios & group sizesState Minimum Displayed
Age Max ratio Max group Infants 1:3 6 Toddlers 1:3 9 Preschool 1:10 20
Teacher Credentials
- Lead teacher credentialState Minimum Displayed
- High School Diploma
Inspection History
Across 2 inspections since 2024, the issues cited most often were Children's Records & Files (2), Infectious Disease Prevention & Control (1), and Food Safety & Allergic Reactions (1). None of the 5 findings were critical.
See All 2 Inspection Visits
Aug 7, 20252 Findings2 Important
- During Complaint Investigation LS Inquired About Children Who Had Hand, Foot and Mouth Disease13A.16.11.02A
During complaint investigation LS inquired about children who had hand, foot and mouth disease. Upon entry into room 2, infant/toddler room. Teacher informed LS that the first child who had hand foot and mouth was in the Infant room. LS inquired about the children who had Hand, Foot and Mouth with t
- During Complaint Investigation LS Observed Snacks Such as Crackers13A.16.12.04C(1)
During complaint investigation LS observed snacks such as crackers, cookies, juices and can goods for the children being stored on the basement level. LS observed small and large spots along the basement walls. At least three dehumanizers were observed in the basement. LS also smelled a thick musty
Jul 24, 20243 Findings3 Important
- LS Observed Four (4) Children Needing Annual Updates on Emergency Forms.13A.16.03.04C
- LS Observed Three (3) Children Needing Lead Screening.13A.16.03.04E
- LS Did Not Observe Functioning Mechanical Ventilation in the Bathroom Located in Room 3.13A.16.05.06
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