CCDCS/AlphaBEST@Higdon
ROCK POINT ROAD, NEWBURG, MD 20664Childery 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
- Child Care Center
- Age groups served
- Preschool, School-Age
- Licensed capacity
- Not Available
- Teacher-child ratios & group sizesState Minimum Displayed
Age Max ratio Max group Preschool 1:10 20
Teacher Credentials
- Lead teacher credentialState Minimum Displayed
- High School Diploma
Inspection History
Across 3 inspections since 2023, the issues cited most often were Children's Records & Files (6), Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (5), and Parent Communication & Policies (2). None of the 14 findings were critical.
See All 3 Inspection Visits
Oct 1, 20257 Findings7 Important
- A Sample of Children's Files Were Reviewed and in This Sample There Were Two Files That Did Not Contain Evidence That…13A.16.03.02C(1)
A sample of children's files were reviewed and in this sample there were two files that did not contain evidence that the parent was supplied with the consumer education pamphlet; please provide this to the parent and have them sign a form to keep in the file. Please send a copy of the signed form
- A Sample of Children's Files Were Reviewed and in This Sample There Were Several Files That Did Not Contain the Dollar…13A.16.03.03D
A sample of children's files were reviewed and in this sample there were several files that did not contain the dollar amount on the parent contract. The center uses an electronic system for payment, however, there needs to be a written contract with the tuition rate and signature of the parent. P
- A Sample of Children's Files Were Reviewed and in This Sample There Was One File That Did Not Contain the Health…13A.16.03.04D(3)
A sample of children's files were reviewed and in this sample there was one file that did not contain the Health Inventory II with the lead screen. Please obtain the Health Inventory II completed by the physician or obtain a copy of the physical that the parent provided to the school. Please send
- A 1203 Was Received by the Area Manager Adding K.B13A.16.03.05D(1)
A 1203 was received by the area manager adding K.B. as a substitute at this site, however, the site does not have a file for this person. The staff person has been cleared by this office, however, the site is required to keep a personnel file at the center containing the release of information, sit
- The Site Director's Last Medical Evaluation Was Completed in 202013A.16.06.04A(4)
The site director's last medical evaluation was completed in 2020, she will need to obtain an updated medical evaluation immediately and send the completed medical evaluation to the Licensing Specialist.
- The Director Has 9 Hours of Continued Training for Her 10/23-10/24 Training Cycle13A.16.06.05C(1)
The director has 9 hours of continued training for her 10/23-10/24 training cycle, she will need to complete the remaining 3 hours of approved continued training immediately. Please send copies of training certificates to the Licensing Specialist.
- Teacher, C.W13A.16.06.10C(1)
Teacher, C.W. completed 9.5 hours of continued training for her 8/24-8/25 training cycle, she will need to complete an additional 2.5 hours of approved continued training immediately. Teacher P.T. completed 2 hours of continued traing her her 9/24-9/25 training cycle. She will need to complete an
Sep 26, 20241 Finding1 Important
- The Director Only Has 7.5 Hours of Approved Continued Training for Her Training Cycle of 11/22-10/23, Therefore She…13A.16.06.05C(1)
The director only has 7.5 hours of approved continued training for her training cycle of 11/22-10/23, therefore she will need to make up 4.5 hours of approved continued training. Her current training cycle will end 10/31/2024 so she will need another 12 hours of approved continued training complete
Sep 19, 20236 Findings6 Important
- The 2 Substitutes for the Center Do Not Have Evidence of a Release of Information to Examine Records of Abuse And…13A.16.02.03C(3)(a)
The 2 substitutes for the center do not have evidence of a release of information to examine records of abuse and neglect in the staff files. The Office of Child Care has received an updated release of information for N.T. but M.B. needs to update her release. A copy of each should be kept in the s
- A Sample of Children's Files Were Reviewed and Within This Sample There Were 2 Files That Did Not Contain Documentation…13A.16.03.02C(1)
A sample of children's files were reviewed and within this sample there were 2 files that did not contain documentation that the parent was given the consumer pamphlet. Please provide the parent with a copy of the pamphlet and submit documentation of this to the licensing specialist within 30 days
- A Sample of Children's Files Were Reviewed and Within This Sample There Were 2 Files That Did Not Contain Documentation…13A.16.03.03D
A sample of children's files were reviewed and within this sample there were 2 files that did not contain documentation of a contract. Please complete a contract with the parent and send a copy of the contracts that are missing to the licensing specialist within 30 days from the date of this inspec
- A Sample of Emergency Forms Were Reviewed and Within This Sample There Was 1 Form That Needs to Be Updated, 2 That Are…13A.16.03.04C
A sample of emergency forms were reviewed and within this sample there was 1 form that needs to be updated, 2 that are missing the daily authorized pick up person and 1 form that is missing the doctor information. Please have the parents update and/or fill in missing information. Please send a copy
- A Sample of Children's Files Were Reviewed and Within This Sample There Were 3 Files That Either Did Not Have A…13A.16.03.04D(3)
A sample of children's files were reviewed and within this sample there were 3 files that either did not have a completed Health Inventory I or II or the form was missing information. Please obtain the required documents and/or have the information filled in and send copies to the licensing special
- A Sample of Children's Files Were Reviewed and Within This Sample There Was One File That Was Missing the Health…13A.16.03.04E
A sample of children's files were reviewed and within this sample there was one file that was missing the Health Inventory Part II and there was no other documentation that the lead screen was completed. Please have the parent obtain a complete Health Inventory Part II from the doctor to include th
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