Brittany Thompson
MCPHEE LANE, LA PLATA, MD 20646Childery 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.2 / 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 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
- 7
- 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 2 inspections since 2024, the issues cited most often were Infectious Disease Prevention & Control (6), Building & Premises Safety (4), and Children's Records & Files (2). None of the 14 findings were critical.
See All 2 Inspection Visits
Dec 18, 20254 Findings4 Important
- Located in the Basement Is a Small Area That the Provider Has Attempted to Block Off From the Children13A.15.05.04A(3)
Located in the basement is a small area that the provider has attempted to block off from the children. Even though the provider has attempted to secure this area, the children still could potentially gain access to this space. This area was cluttered and there were hazards, such as a light bulb lyi
- Add a Door Knob Cover to the Utility Closet Located in the Basement.13A.15.05.04B(3)
- Areas of Fence Need to Be Replaced13A.15.05.05B
Areas of fence need to be replaced. Please ensure that this safety concern is addressed immediately. Submit a photograph(s) of the repaired areas of the fence to the Licensing Specialist.
- The Provider Submitted the Continued Training Late for the 2024-2025 Timeframe13A.15.06.02B(3)
The provider submitted the continued training late for the 2024-2025 timeframe. As a reminder for this training cycle of 2025-2026, submit 12 hours of continued training by 1/31/2026.
Dec 16, 202410 Findings10 Important
- There Were 9 Children's Files Reviewed13A.15.03.02A
There were 9 children's files reviewed. Out of those 9 files, there were 4 emergency cards that were missing required information and one emergency card was not found in the child's file. Notify the Licensing Specialist once this documentation is received.
- There Were Five Children's Files Missing the Consumer Education Pamphlet Acknowledgment Regarding This Information13A.15.03.03E
There were five children's files missing the consumer education pamphlet acknowledgment regarding this information. Notify the Licensing Specialist once this documentation is received.
- There Were 9 Children's Files Reviewed13A.15.03.04C
There were 9 children's files reviewed. Out of those nine files, there were 4 files missing the required proof of immunizations. Notify the Licensing Specialist once this documentation is received.
- The Refrigerator Located in the Basement Needs to Be Cleaned13A.15.05.03A
The refrigerator located in the basement needs to be cleaned. Ensure that the refrigerator is kept cleaned. It is strongly recommended that the child care floor be vacuumed. There are 6 preschool children enrolled, with two of them being under the age of 2. It is important to keep the floor free of
- The Provider Did Not Put the Soiled Diapers in a Trashcan or Some Other Sanitary Device After Diapering13A.15.05.03C
The provider did not put the soiled diapers in a trashcan or some other sanitary device after diapering. The provider stated that she puts the soiled diapers in a plastic trash bag and throws the plastic bag to the landing on the stairs that lead to the upstairs. There is concern that these dirty d
- During the Inspection, the Provider Diapered a Child. After Diapering the Child, the Provider Did Not Wash Her Hands.13A.15.05.03D(1)
- During the Inspection, the Provider Diapered a Child. After Diapering the Child, the Provider Did Not Wash the Child's Hands.13A.15.05.03D(2)
- Proper Diapering Procedures Were Not Followed as Established by the Licensing Office13A.15.05.03E(2)
Proper diapering procedures were not followed as established by the licensing office. The child was diapered on a changing table and on a non absorbent mat; however there was no paper barrier utilized. As discussed, this paper barrier should have been placed on the non absorbent mat prior to changi
- The Diapering Mat Was Not Properly Cleaned13A.15.05.03E(3)
The diapering mat was not properly cleaned. Diapering procedures were discussed with the provider and an information sheet on cleaning and sanitizing was provided.
- There Were Uncapped Electrical Sockets13A.15.05.04B(1)
There were uncapped electrical sockets. The pack-and-play was positioned directly in front of these electrical sockets. Ensure that all electrical sockets are capped.
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