Four Seasons School Age Child Care
WAUGH CHAPEL RD., GAMBRILLS, MD 21054Childery Rating: 4/5
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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.4 / 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.3 / 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 4 out of 5 stars overall. Process quality reflects a Maryland EXCELS rating of Level 3 (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 3 (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
- Recognized by Health and Wellness.
Facility Info
- Facility type
- Child Care Center
- Age groups served
- School-Age
- Licensed capacity
- 75
- 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 Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (1), Emergency Preparedness & Drills (1), and Licensing & Administrative Compliance (1). None of the 3 findings were critical.
See All 2 Inspection Visits
Jan 29, 20252 Findings2 Important
- LS Observed a Staff Member That Did Not Have Criminal Background Checks Present in File13A.16.03.05C
LS observed a staff member that did not have criminal background checks present in file. Director will letter of corrections indicating that the criminal background check results have been placed in file.
- LS Observed That an Emergency Escape Plan Was Missing in the GYM13A.16.10.01A(4)
LS observed that an emergency escape plan was missing in the GYM. Director posted emergency escape plan at time of inspection. Non compliance marked as corrected.
Jan 18, 20241 Finding1 Important
- 47 Children Were in the Music Room That Is Only Approved for 2413A.16.05.03A(1)(a)
47 children were in the music room that is only approved for 24. Assistant director also stated the gym is used some days. The gym is not approved on the license.
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