CCDCS/AlphaBEST@Mitchell
WILLOW 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
- Child Care Center
- Age groups served
- Preschool, School-Age
- Licensed capacity
- 75
- 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 Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (10), Children's Records & Files (2), and First Aid & Pediatric CPR (1). None of the 14 findings were critical.
See All 3 Inspection Visits
Oct 23, 20256 Findings6 Important
- At the Time of the Inspection, a Sample of 30 Children's Files Were Reviewed13A.16.03.04E
At the time of the inspection, a sample of 30 children's files were reviewed. There was one lead screening form that did not contain all of the required documentation. Please obtain the documentation and submit a letter of correction to the Licensing Specialist indicating this documentation has bee
- There Are Substitute(s) for Which the Center Does Not Have a Copy of the Required Substitute Forms on Site13A.16.03.05D(1)
There are substitute(s) for which the center does not have a copy of the required substitute forms on site. The Office of Child Care has received clearance documents for these substitutes and they have been cleared to work, based on the documentation that was received and reviewed by this Agency. Th
- The School Age Teacher (LD) Needs to Submit 8.5 Hours of Continued Training13A.16.06.10C(1)
The school age teacher (LD) needs to submit 8.5 hours of continued training. This training was supposed to be submitted by September 2025. This staff has been noted as noncompliant over several previous inspections as not completing the required continued training within the required timeframe. I
- An Aide (AD) Did Not Complete the BH&S Within 90 Days of Employment13A.16.06.12A(3)
An aide (AD) did not complete the BH&S within 90 days of employment. Please submit a copy showing this training has been completed for AD immediately.
- The Aide (AD) Did Not Complete the Aide Training Within 6 Months of Hire13A.16.06.12C
The aide (AD) did not complete the aide training within 6 months of hire. Please submit a copy showing this training has been completed for AD immediately.
- CPR and First Aid Have Expired for Many Staff13A.16.10.02B
CPR and first aid have expired for many staff. This regulation is currently not being met. Please submit these training certificates immediately so that a ratio of at least one staff member for every 20 children is present at the site.
Oct 2, 20244 Findings4 Important
- As a Reminder13A.16.06.05C(3)
As a reminder, the director will need to complete the updated basic health and safety training as soon as possible and submit a copy to the Licensing Specialist.
- The School Age Teacher (LD) Needs to Submit at Least 12 Hours of Continued Training as Soon as Possible13A.16.06.10C(1)
The school age teacher (LD) needs to submit at least 12 hours of continued training as soon as possible. This training was supposed to be completed by September 2024.
- As a Reminder13A.16.06.10C(3)
As a reminder, the school age teachers (LD, DT, and CW) need to complete the updated basic health and safety training as soon as possible and submit a copy to the Licensing Specialist.
- By the End of This Inspection13A.16.08.03A
By the end of this inspection, prior to the children leaving the program to start the school day, there were 67 children present with four staff members. The director indicated that the other school age teacher assigned to this site was off this day. It is imperative that there be substitutes readil
Oct 30, 20234 Findings4 Important
- A Random Sample of 18 of the Children's Files Were Reviewed13A.16.03.02A
A random sample of 18 of the children's files were reviewed. There were children's files that were missing the lead screenings. Also, there were two emergency cards that needed the parent's signature. Obtain the lead screenings and updated emergency cards. Submit a letter of correction noting tha
- There Are Three Substitutes That Are Listed on Previous Personnel Lists- 1203 That Have Been Submitted Regarding…13A.16.03.05C
There are three substitutes that are listed on previous Personnel Lists- 1203 that have been submitted regarding substitutes at this site. The site did not have the required documentation on these listed individuals at this site. There was other substitute documentation on file available for revie
- The School-age Teacher (LD) Did Not Complete Her Continued Training Within the Required Timeframes13A.16.06.10C(1)
The school-age teacher (LD) did not complete her continued training within the required timeframes. Some of the trainings were taken late; however, all have been completed. For the year prior, the continued training was also completed late for this staff member. Ensure that continued training is c
- The Aide (CW) Did Not Complete the Basic Health and Safety Within the Required Timeframe13A.16.06.12A(3)
The aide (CW) did not complete the Basic Health and Safety within the required timeframe. The training was to be completed within 90 days of employment. This training was completed 8 months after start of employment.
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