Carmen Perlacios
POINSETTA CT, GAITHERSBURG, MD 20879Childery 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
- 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 2 inspections since 2024, the issues cited most often were Infectious Disease Prevention & Control (2), Emergency Preparedness & Drills (2), and Medication Administration (2). None of the 8 findings were critical.
See All 2 Inspection Visits
May 13, 20257 Findings7 Important
- LS Did Not Observe the Provider Wash Their Hands Before Food Preparation13A.15.05.03D(1)
- LS Did Not Observe the Children Wash Their Hands Before Eating13A.15.05.03D(2)
- LS Observed the Provider Going Upstairs on More Than 3 Occasions, Leaving All 4 Children in Care in the Basement Child Care Area.13A.15.08.01B(3)
- LS Was Not Able to Observe an Emergency Preparedness Plan.13A.15.10.01A(1)
- LS Was Not Able to Observe an Emergency Preparedness Plan That Had Been Updated Annually.13A.15.10.01A(4)
- LS Did Not Observe Any Appropriate Medication Forms for a Child in Care That Experiences Seizures13A.15.11.04A(1)(a)
LS did not observe any appropriate medication forms for a child in care that experiences seizures. LS observed medication inside of a ziplock bag, for a child in care. The provider stated this medication is for when the child has a seizure the medication should be given to them.
- LS Observed Medication Inside of a Ziplock Bag, for a Child in Care13A.15.11.04A(1)(b)
LS observed medication inside of a ziplock bag, for a child in care. The provider stated this medication is for when the child has a seizure the medication should be given to them.
Jul 12, 20241 Finding1 Important
- LS Did Not Observe a Professional Development Plan Form .13A.15.06.02C(1)
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