Elizabeth Gouw
FREDERICK RD, CLARKSBURG, MD 20871Childery Rating: 5/5
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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.5 / 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.5 / 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 5 out of 5 stars overall. Process quality reflects a Maryland EXCELS rating of Level 5 (out of 5) and NAFCC accreditation. 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 5 (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)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 Children's Records & Files (4), Licensing & Administrative Compliance (3), and Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (2). None of the 10 findings were critical.
See All 3 Inspection Visits
Aug 7, 20243 Findings3 Important
- LS Observed 2 Files That Did Not Have Part 2 of the Health Inventory or Evidence of Immunizations13A.15.03.02A
LS observed 2 files that did not have Part 2 of the Health inventory or evidence of immunizations. Provider to submit a written statement verifying that all required health information has been obtained and are accessible in the child files.
- LS Observed 7 Children That Did Not Have Evidence of the Required Lead Screening Information13A.15.03.02B
LS observed 7 children that did not have evidence of the required lead screening information. Provider to submit a written statement verifying that all required health information has been obtained and is accessible in the child files.
- LS Observed 3 Emergency Forms That Were Not Complete13A.15.03.04A(1)
LS observed 3 emergency forms that were not complete, specifically missing a signature, addresses, or physician's information. Provider to submit a written statement verifying that all emergency cards have been completed, obtained, and are accessible in the child files.
Jul 17, 20245 Findings5 Important
- LS Was Not Notified Immediately of Two Tenants Living in an Apartment Above the Home.13A.15.03.05C(1)
- LS Was Not Notified Immediately of Two Tenants Living in an Apartment Above the Home13A.15.03.05D(1)
LS was not notified immediately of two tenants living in an apartment above the home. The required signed and notarized release of information has not been submitted or obtained.
- LS Was Not Notified Immediately of Two Tenants Living in an Apartment Above the Home13A.15.03.05D(2)
LS was not notified immediately of two tenants living in an apartment above the home. The required federal and MD state criminal background check information has not been submitted or obtained.
- LS Was Not Notified Immediately of Two Tenants Living in an Apartment Above the Home13A.15.03.05E
LS was not notified immediately of two tenants living in an apartment above the home. The required medical forms have not been submitted or obtained.
- LS Was Not Notified Immediately of Two Tenants That Are Residing in the Apartment Above the Home.13A.15.07.07A
Jul 13, 20232 Findings2 Important
- LS Observed 3 Emergency Cards That Were Missing Either the Health Source Information13A.15.03.04A(1)
LS observed 3 emergency cards that were missing either the health source information, and/or the 2nd page, and/or an address for the emergency contact.
- LS Observed 2 Outlets That Were Missing Plugs or Caps. Provider Placed Caps on the Outlets at the Time of the Inspection.13A.15.05.04B(1)
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