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IDLEWILDE FARM PLACE, 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
- 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 2 inspections since 2024, the issues cited most often were Children's Records & Files (4), Building & Premises Safety (2), and Licensing & Administrative Compliance (2). None of the 12 findings were critical.
See All 2 Inspection Visits
Mar 13, 20259 Findings9 Important
- 3 Children Need a Blood Lead Test at 2 Years of Age and 1 Child Needs a Blood Lead Test at 1 Year of Age13A.15.03.02B
3 children need a blood lead test at 2 years of age and 1 child needs a blood lead test at 1 year of age. Please forward a photo of each blood lead test result to the OCC once obtained.
- The Provider Has Not Been Consistent with Keeping a Written Record of the Daily Attendance for the Children in Care13A.15.03.03B
The provider has not been consistent with keeping a written record of the daily attendance for the children in care. Please forward a written statement to the OCC explaining that you understand and will comply with this regulation going forward.
- 1 Emergency Form Did Not Have an Authorized Pick Up Person and 1 Emergency Form Did Not Have the Doctor's Contact…13A.15.03.04A(1)
1 emergency form did not have an authorized pick up person and 1 emergency form did not have the doctor's contact information. Please forward a photo of each child's emergency form to the OCC once they have been completed in full.
- 1 Emergency Form Had Been Initialed by the Child's Parent13A.15.03.04A(3)
1 emergency form had been initialed by the child's parent. However, the emergency form was not dated. The parent dated the emergency form during the inspection.
- Upon Inspection of the Outdoor Activity Area the Licensing Specialist Observed That the Play Structure with The…13A.15.05.05A
Upon inspection of the outdoor activity area the Licensing Specialist observed that the play structure with the suspension bridge needs to be repaired as it appears that 1 of the wood planks has rotted over time. Additionally, the Licensing Specialist observed a hammer and container of nails laying
- The Licensing Specialist Noted That a 13-month-old Was Asleep in a Playpen with a Blanket13A.15.05.06F
The Licensing Specialist noted that a 13-month-old was asleep in a playpen with a blanket, stuffed animal, and several small toys. The provider took the 13-month-old out of the playpen upon receiving direction from the Licensing Specialist.
- The Provider Did Not Complete the 2023 Update to the Basic Health and Safety Training13A.15.06.02B(1)
The provider did not complete the 2023 update to the basic health and safety training. Please forward evidence to the OCC displaying that the training has been completed.
- Upon Inspection of the Main Child Care Space the Licensing Specialist Observed Multiple Diaper Rash Creams/ointments In…13A.15.10.02
Upon inspection of the main child care space the Licensing Specialist observed multiple diaper rash creams/ointments in the children's storage containers. All of the diaper rash creams/ointments were located and made inaccessible to the children during the inspection.
- Upon Inspection of the Outdoor Activity Area the Licensing Specialist Observed a Tall13A.15.10.03A
Upon inspection of the outdoor activity area the Licensing Specialist observed a tall, green slide that is part of the activity equipment with an attached swing set. The tall, green slide measured to be approximately 7.5 feet at its tallest point. Please forward a photo displaying that the tall, gre
Nov 13, 20243 Findings3 Important
- 2 Children (Siblings) Do Not Have a Completed Emergency Form in Their Files13A.15.03.02A
2 children (siblings) do not have a completed emergency form in their files. Please forward a photo of the completed emergency forms to the OCC once obtained.
- The Licensing Specialist Was Not Aware That the Provider Has Had a Tenant Living in the Upstairs Apartment Since The…13A.15.03.05C(1)
The Licensing Specialist was not aware that the provider has had a tenant living in the upstairs apartment since the beginning of the school year and that her son has been living in a camping trailer on the property since March. Please forward a written statement to the OCC explaining that you will
- The Tenant (Living in the Upstairs Apartment) and the Provider's Son (Living in the Camping Trailer) Have Not Been…13A.15.03.05D(1)
The tenant (living in the upstairs apartment) and the provider's son (living in the camping trailer) have not been cleared for child abuse and neglect. Additionally, the Licensing Specialist has not received the provider's mother's Release of Information form which has been pending since March. Plea
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