Curious Critters Early Learning Tree
BUCHANAN STREET, LANDOVER HILLS, MD 20784Childery Rating: 2/5
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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.2 / 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.3 / 5
Why this rating
This daycare earned 2 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
- Infants, Toddlers, Preschool, School-Age
- Licensed capacity
- 53
- 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 4 inspections since 2023, the issues cited most often were Children's Records & Files (4), Infectious Disease Prevention & Control (3), and Safe Sleep & SIDS Prevention (1). Of 10 total findings, 1 was critical.
See All 4 Inspection Visits
Oct 8, 20256 Findings6 Important
- Licensing Specialist Observed Two (2) Children's Files Missing Part One of the Health Assessment.13A.16.03.04D(1-2)
- Licensing Specialist Observed One (1) Child Missing Appropriate Lead Testing.13A.16.03.04E
- Licensing Specialist Observed 1 Walker in the Facility.13A.16.09.05B
- Licensing Specialist Observed Aerosols and Cleaning Agents in the Child Care Spaces and Easily Accessible to Children.13A.16.10.04A
- Licensing Specialist Did Not Observe a Handwashing Procedure Sign Posted in Room 101.13A.16.11.03A
- Licensing Specialist Did Not Observe a Diapering Procedure Posted in Room 102, 100A, or 100B.13A.16.11.03C
Nov 21, 20241 Finding1 Critical
- The Operator Has Not Provided the Office Criminal Background Check Information for Staff.13A.16.02.03C(3)(b)
Dec 8, 20232 Findings2 Important
- One Enrolled Child Is Missing Part 1 of the Health Inventory and Two Enrolled Children Are Missing Part 2 of the Health…13A.16.03.02A
One enrolled child is missing Part 1 of the Health inventory and two enrolled children are missing Part 2 of the Health Inventory. The Center may not admit a child in care until all enrollment documents are complete and submitted on or before enrollment date.
- Three of the Six Files Reviewed, Children Were Missing the Lead Blood Test. The Center Must Ensure That Each Child Testing Is Maintained.13A.16.03.02E
Aug 9, 20231 Finding1 Important
- The Center Did Have 1 Isolated Covid Case and Did Not Report to the Health Department and Office of Child Care13A.16.11.02A
The Center did have 1 isolated Covid case and did not report to the Health Department and Office of Child Care. Reminded the Director and Operator to report all confirmed cases.