Crofton Meadows School Age Child Care
TILGHMAN DRIVE, CROFTON, MD 21114Childery Rating: 4/5
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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.4 / 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 4 out of 5 stars overall. Process quality reflects a Maryland EXCELS rating of Level 3 (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 3 (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
- Recognized by Health and Wellness.
Facility Info
- Facility type
- Child Care Center
- Age groups served
- School-Age
- Licensed capacity
- 75
- 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 2 inspections since 2024, the issues cited most often were Medication Administration (1), Building & Premises Safety (1), and Hazardous Materials Handling (1). None of the 3 findings were critical.
See All 2 Inspection Visits
Apr 30, 20251 Finding1 Important
- Licensing Specialist Observed One Child's Medication That Expired December 202413A.16.11.04E(1)(c)
Licensing Specialist observed one child's medication that expired December 2024. Facility needs to submit a letter of corrections that the expired medication was returned to the child's parents.
Mar 22, 20242 Findings2 Important
- Licensing Specialist Confirmed with Director That the Field Was Not Checked Prior Before Children Went Outside and The…13A.16.05.12D
Licensing Specialist confirmed with Director that the field was not checked prior before children went outside and the incident occurred. Facility to submit written statement and plan that staff will be sure to check outdoor areas to ensure that it is free from potential hazards to child health or
- Licensing Specialist Confirmed with Director That a Rake Was Left Out on Field Where the Child Tripped and Was Injured13A.16.10.04A
Licensing Specialist confirmed with Director that a rake was left out on field where the child tripped and was injured. Director stated that she removed the rake after injury occurred and notified the school and the county about the incident. Facility needs to provide a written statement ensuring th
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