Christine Harless
PECOS CIRCLE, LUSBY, MD 20657Childery 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 3 inspections since 2023, the issues cited most often were Children's Records & Files (3), Building & Premises Safety (2), and Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (2). Of 9 total findings, 1 was critical.
See All 3 Inspection Visits
Jul 2, 20252 Findings2 Important
- During a Review of Children's Emergency Forms13A.15.03.04A(3)
During a review of children's emergency forms, it was found that a 9 year old boy's emergency form has not been updated since 08/03/2023. Please have the parents review the emergency form for the review, makes any changes, as needed, and initial and date the form to indicate the update. A 7 month
- The Water in the Bathroom That the Children Use Has a Water Temperature of 126 Degrees F13A.15.05.01E
The water in the bathroom that the children use has a water temperature of 126 degrees F. The water temperature cannot exceed 120 degrees F. Please adjust the hot water heater so that the water does not exceed 120 degrees F. Show evidence to OCC of the water being 120 degrees F or lower for the c
Aug 1, 20244 Findings1 Critical3 Important
- The Provider's CPR/First Aid Certification Expired in 06/202413A.15.06.02D(1)
The Provider's CPR/First Aid certification expired in 06/2024. The Provider must maintain current certification in Basic First Aid and CPR at all times. The Provider reports that she is taking the course next Wednesday. Please submit your current CPR/First Aid certification to OCC for the correcti
- The Water in the Bathroom Where the Children Wash Their Hands Has a Water Temperature That Reaches 124 Degrees F13A.15.05.01E
The water in the bathroom where the children wash their hands has a water temperature that reaches 124 degrees F. The water temperature may not exceed 120 degrees F. Please adjust the thermostat on the hot water heater to decrease the water temperature so it does not reach more than 120 degrees F.
- Provider Has Not Completed the 2023 Basic Health and Safety Update Course13A.15.06.02B(1)
Provider has not completed the 2023 Basic Health and Safety Update course. It was to be completed by 03/31/2024. Please complete this course and submit the training certificate to OCC for the correction of this non-compliance.
- Provider Has Only Conducted and Recorded One Emergency Disaster Drill in 202313A.15.10.01A(3)
Provider has only conducted and recorded one emergency disaster drill in 2023. Provider has not yet conducted any emergency disaster drills for the 2024 calendar year, but she still has plenty of time to do so. Provider stopped conducting and recording fire drills after 07/2023. She has not compl
Aug 1, 20233 Findings3 Important
- Upon Review of Children's Emergency Cards, It Was Discovered That AY Is Missing Her Physician's Address13A.15.03.04A(1)
Upon review of children's emergency cards, it was discovered that AY is missing her physician's address. Please have the parent add this information to her emergency card, initial and date the added information. Please provide proof of this by sending a copy of the emergency card to OCC for the co
- Upon Review of Children's Emergency Cards13A.15.03.04A(3)
Upon review of children's emergency cards, it was discovered that PC and siblings AL and AL's emergency cards have not been updated in over a year. Emergency cards must be updated, at least, on an annual basis. Please have each respective parent review, initial and date the emergency card. Please
- Provider Did Not Complete the Required 12 Hours of Continued Training for the Period of 10/2021 - 09/2022 by The…13A.15.06.02B(3)
Provider did not complete the required 12 hours of continued training for the period of 10/2021 - 09/2022 by the 09/30/2022 deadline. However, she has since completed 12 hours of continued training and submitted the training certificates to OCC, so this non-compliance is now corrected. Provider is
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