Carter's Webb Learning Center
OLD TOWN ROAD, HUNTINGTOWN, MD 20639Childery 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
- 46
- 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 3 inspections since 2024, the issues cited most often were Children's Records & Files (4), Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (3), and Staff-to-Child Ratios & Group Size (2). None of the 14 findings were critical.
See All 3 Inspection Visits
Aug 27, 20257 Findings7 Important
- There Are 3 Emergency Forms That Need to Be Updated. Please Obtain From Parents and Add to Files. Please Send Copies to LS.13A.16.03.04C
- There Is 1 Child Who Is Missing Part 2 of the Health Inventory From Their File13A.16.03.04D(3)
There is 1 child who is missing Part 2 of the health inventory from their file. Please obtain from parents and add to file. Please send copies to LS.
- There Are 6 Children Who Are Missing Lead Blood Test Results in Their Files. Please Obtain From Parents and Add to Files.13A.16.03.04E
- There Are 3 Children Who Need Updated Immunization Records Added to Their Files13A.16.03.04G
There are 3 children who need updated immunization records added to their files. Please obtain from parents and add to files. Please send copies to LS.
- During the Inspection13A.16.08.01A(2)(b)
During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed a school age child take the 'breakfast bin' downstairs to the kitchen without a staff member accompanying him. LS also observed a child from the Tigers room at the sink washing her hands without a staff member accompanying her. This child's
- Licensing Specialist Observed a Toddler in the Lions Classroom Today13A.16.08.02A
Licensing Specialist observed a toddler in the Lions classroom today. This child will be 2 in October and today was only the child's second day in this classroom, as she is transitioning from the infant room. The teacher in the classroom is a lead preschool teacher, but not a lead infant toddler t
- There Is 1 Infant and 1 Toddler Who Need Their Individualized Schedules Updated13A.16.09.02C
There is 1 infant and 1 toddler who need their individualized schedules updated. Please obtain from parents and add to files. Please send copies to LS.
May 1, 20253 Findings3 Important
- The Staffing Patterns in the Lions Room and the Tigers Room Were Not Current Today During the Inspection13A.16.03.05B
The staffing patterns in the Lions room and the Tigers room were not current today during the inspection. Please update and post. Please send copies to Licensing Specialist.
- One Aide Has Not Completed the Required 3 Hour Basic Health and Safety Training13A.16.06.12A(3)
One aide has not completed the required 3 hour Basic health and safety training. Please have the aide complete this training ASAP. One aide completed the training late, but the training is complete.
- Two Aides Did Not Complete the Required 1.5 Hour BHS Training Update That Was Due by December 2024 for One of Them And…13A.16.06.12B(3)
Two aides did not complete the required 1.5 hour BHS training update that was due by December 2024 for one of them and March 2025 for the other. Please have these aides complete this training and send copies of training certificates to Licensing Specialist.
Aug 20, 20244 Findings4 Important
- One Staff Member Was Let Go in June and Licensing Specialist Did Not Receive Written Notification Within 5 Working Days…13A.16.03.06A(2)
One staff member was let go in June and Licensing Specialist did not receive written notification within 5 working days of the employee leaving employment. Please remember to notify Licensing Specialist in writing when staff leave within 5 working days. LS did receive a staff change form and this
- There Were 50 Children Present at the Center During the Inspection Today13A.16.04.01B
There were 50 children present at the center during the inspection today. The center's assigned capacity is 46 and this is noted in two places on the license certificate. The Director stated the school age room has a higher number of children today than was expected due to laser tag being offered
- Licensing Specialist Observed Chipping Paint on the Baseboards in the Lions Classroom and Chipping Paint on the Wall In…13A.16.05.05C(1)
Licensing Specialist observed chipping paint on the baseboards in the Lions classroom and chipping paint on the wall in the housekeeping area of the school age room. Center should have lead dust testing completed. Please send lead test results to Licensing Specialist once testing is done and resul
- Licensing Specialist Observed Several Screws Protruding From the Concrete Base13A.16.05.12D
Licensing Specialist observed several screws protruding from the concrete base, rock wall climbing structure and 2 rotting boards. Center should cut the protruding screws flush so they are not a hazard and repair or replace the boards. Please send correction to Licensing Specialist.
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