Danielle Thorpe
VALIANT CIRCLE, GLEN BURNIE, MD 21061Childery 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 Parent Communication & Policies (2), Children's Records & Files (2), and First Aid & Pediatric CPR (2). None of the 7 findings were critical.
See All 3 Inspection Visits
Jun 26, 20254 Findings4 Important
- Licensing Specialist Observed Incomplete Attendance Records for Children Enrolled13A.15.03.03B
Licensing Specialist observed incomplete attendance records for children enrolled. Provider will send LS a letter of corrections indicating providers understanding that attendance must be recorded daily and parents need to verify.
- Licensing Specialist Observed Four Children Present at the Time of Inspection That Did Not Have Emergency Cards13A.15.03.04A(1)
Licensing Specialist observed four children present at the time of inspection that did not have emergency cards. Provider shall submit copies of emergency cards to licensing specialist.
- Licensing Specialist Observed Three Children That Do Not Have Updated Lead Testing Certificates13A.15.03.04C
Licensing Specialist observed three children that do not have updated lead testing certificates. One child is missing an emergency card. One child has no enrollment paperwork available at the time of the inspection. Provider needs to submit copies of all missing children's paperwork to licensing sp
- Licensing Specialist Observed Provider Is Missing Fragrance Free Soap13A.15.10.01H(1)
Licensing Specialist observed provider is missing fragrance free soap, a disposable washcloth and a whistle from the first aid kit. Provider needs to submit pictures to licensing specialist that these items have been added to the first aid kit.
Jun 25, 20241 Finding1 Important
- Specialist Was Not Able to View a Valid Updated First Aid and CPR.13A.15.06.02D(1)
Jul 12, 20232 Findings2 Important
- Specialist Was Not Able to View Provider's Attendance Records.13A.15.03.03B
- Specialist Was Not Able to View Provider's Fire/disaster Drills.13A.15.03.03F
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