Eco-Tots 2
ASHTON RD STE 100, HANOVER, MD 21076Childery 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
- Child Care Center
- Age groups served
- Infants, Toddlers, Preschool, School-Age
- Licensed capacity
- 25
- 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 Children's Records & Files (5), Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (4), and Building & Premises Safety (2). None of the 13 findings were critical.
See All 2 Inspection Visits
Feb 21, 202510 Findings10 Important
- Specialist Observed 4 Emergency Forms That Were Incomplete and 10 That Were Not Updated at Least Annually as Required13A.16.03.04C
Specialist observed 4 emergency forms that were incomplete and 10 that were not updated at least annually as required. Director shall ensure that parents complete the missing information and annual updates and submit a letter of corrections upon completion.
- Specialist Observed 2 Children Missing a Health Assessment by the Child's Parent (Health Inventory Part 1) as Required13A.16.03.04D(1-2)
Specialist observed 2 children missing a health assessment by the child's parent (Health Inventory Part 1) as required. Director shall obtain missing documents and submit a letter of corrections upon completion.
- Specialist Observed 3 Children Missing a Health Assessment by a Physician (Health Inventory Part 2) as Required13A.16.03.04D(3)
Specialist observed 3 children missing a health assessment by a physician (Health Inventory Part 2) as required. Director shall obtain missing documents and submit a letter of corrections upon completion.
- Specialist Observed 8 Children Missing a Lead Test When the Child Was 12 Months Old and or When the Child Was 24 Months…13A.16.03.04E
Specialist observed 8 children missing a lead test when the child was 12 months old and or when the child was 24 months old as required. Director is reminded to use the current form or obtain the lead test results directly from the physician's office. Director shall obtain missing documents and subm
- Specialist Observed 2 Children Missing Immunization Records as Required13A.16.03.04G
Specialist observed 2 children missing immunization records as required. Director shall obtain missing documents and submit a letter of corrections upon completion.
- Specialist Observed That All Staff Files Were Incomplete: All Were Missing Proof of Age; 2 Missing Staff Orientation;…13A.16.03.05C
Specialist observed that all staff files were incomplete: all were missing proof of age; 2 missing staff orientation; and 1 missing criminal background check results. Director shall obtain missing documents, add them to staff files, and submit a letter of corrections upon completion.
- Specialist Observed No Evidence of Completion of the 2024 Basic Health and Safety Update Training, Which Was Due No…13A.16.06.09C
Specialist observed no evidence of completion of the 2024 Basic Health and Safety Update training, which was due no later than December 31, 2024, for 4 Teachers. Director shall ensure completion of the 2024 Basic Health and Safety Update training and submit the training certificates.
- Specialist Observed No Evidence of Completion of the Initial Basic Health and Safety Training for 1 Aide13A.16.06.12A(3)
Specialist observed no evidence of completion of the initial Basic Health and Safety training for 1 Aide. Director shall ensure that the Aide completes the training and submit a copy of the certificate.
- Specialist Observed That Infant Toddler Written Activity Plans Were Not Reevaluated at Least Every 3 Months13A.16.09.02C
Specialist observed that infant toddler written activity plans were not reevaluated at least every 3 months. Director shall obtain written infant toddler activity plans that are reevaluated at least every 3 months and submit a letter of corrections upon completion.
- Specialist Observed Infant Foods and Bottles That Were Not Labeled with the Infant's Name and or Dated as Required13A.16.12.06E(1)
Specialist observed infant foods and bottles that were not labeled with the infant's name and or dated as required. Teacher labeled the foods and bottles at the time of the inspection. Director shall submit a letter of corrections that includes a plan to ensure compliance.
Feb 23, 20243 Findings3 Important
- Specialist Observed the Wall in the Entry Way with Black Scuff Marks and Staples in the Wall13A.16.05.11A
Specialist observed the wall in the entry way with black scuff marks and staples in the wall. Specialist observed the back wall in Room 4 with peeling chipping paint and the wall was dirty. Facility shall clean walls, remove staples, and repaint peeling chipping paint and submit photographic evidenc
- Specialist Observed the 4-person See Saw Has Rust in the Center Piece Where There Is Peeling Chipping Paint13A.16.05.12E
Specialist observed the 4-person see saw has rust in the center piece where there is peeling chipping paint. Facility shall repair or replace the piece of equipment and submit a letter of corrections along with photographic evidence, if applicable.
- Specialist Observed No Evidence of Completion of Basic Health and Safety Training Within 90 Days of Employment for One…13A.16.06.12A(3)
Specialist observed no evidence of completion of Basic Health and Safety training within 90 days of employment for one Aide as required. Facility shall ensure that the Aide completes the training and submits proof of completion.
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