G8 Kids
NEW CUT ROAD, SEVERN, MD 21144Childery 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
- 80
- 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 2025, the issues cited most often were Staff-to-Child Ratios & Group Size (6), Licensing & Administrative Compliance (4), and Curriculum & Developmental Programming (2). None of the 14 findings were critical.
See All 2 Inspection Visits
Feb 5, 20267 Findings7 Important
- A Teacher in Room 5 Stated She Did Not Take Children's Attendance Due to Not Having the Time to Do It Yet.13A.16.03.03A(2)
- Licensing Specialist Walked Into Room 1 and Observed Five (5) Toddlers with One Teacher13A.16.03.05B
Licensing Specialist walked into Room 1 and observed five (5) toddlers with one Teacher. Corrected during inspection. The Agent/Infant Toddler Teacher joined the room during the inspection.
- Licensing Specialist Walked Into Room 1 and Observed Five (5) Toddlers with One Teacher13A.16.07.06A
Licensing Specialist walked into Room 1 and observed five (5) toddlers with one Teacher. Corrected during inspection. The Agent/Infant Toddler Teacher joined the room during the inspection.
- Licensing Specialist Walked Into Room 1 and Observed Five (5) Toddlers with One Teacher13A.16.08.01A(2)(b)
Licensing Specialist walked into Room 1 and observed five (5) toddlers with one Teacher. Corrected during inspection. The Agent/Infant Toddler Teacher joined the room during the inspection.
- Licensing Specialist Walked Into Room 1 and Observed Five (5) Toddlers with One Teacher13A.16.08.03C(1)
Licensing Specialist walked into Room 1 and observed five (5) toddlers with one Teacher. Corrected during inspection. The Agent/Infant Toddler Teacher joined the room during the inspection.
- Licensing Specialist Walked Into Room 1 and Observed Five (5) Toddlers with One Teacher.13A.16.09.02A
- Licensing Specialist Asked a Staff Why the School Age Room Was Not Set Up and She Stated the Church Uses the Room At…13A.16.09.03B(3)
Licensing Specialist asked a staff why the school age room was not set up and she stated the church uses the room at times, so they have to lock away items. This staff stated the room was not set up when children arrived at the Facility before being taken to school.
Dec 18, 20257 Findings7 Important
- Staffing Patterns Submitted to the LS on December 1713A.16.03.05B
Staffing Patterns submitted to the LS on December 17, 2025 were missing the number of children present in the early mornings. Staff positions were missing. Staff were observed in different rooms at the same time. The Agent was working on revising Staffing Patterns during the inspection.
- The Facility Stated That a Teacher Transports School Age Children in a Van During the Inspection13A.16.03.06E(2)
The Facility stated that a Teacher transports school age children in a van during the inspection. The Facility did not notify the LS that they wanted to begin transporting children. Corrected during inspection. The Facility completed an OCC 1209 change in facilities form requesting to transport chil
- The Facility Stated That a Teacher Transports School Age Children in a Van During the Inspection13A.16.03.07A
The Facility stated that a Teacher transports school age children in a van during the inspection. The Facility did not request to transport school age children. Two toddlers were present in Room 4 which is only approved for children ages 2 to 4 years old. Corrected during inspection. At 8:00am more
- Upon Arrival of Inspection, One Aide Was Supervising Two Infants in Room 213A.16.07.06A
Upon arrival of inspection, one Aide was supervising two infants in Room 2. Minutes later a third infant was dropped off in Room 2 with only one Aide. Corrected during inspection. A qualified infant toddler Teacher arrived at 8:00am and joined Room 2.
- Upon Arrival of Inspection, One Aide Was Supervising Two Infants in Room 213A.16.08.01A(2)(b)
Upon arrival of inspection, one Aide was supervising two infants in Room 2. Minutes later a third infant was dropped off in Room 2 with only one Aide. Corrected during inspection. A qualified infant toddler Teacher arrived at 8:00am and joined Room 2.
- When the LS Arrived, Two Infants Were Present in Room 2 with One Aide13A.16.08.02B
When the LS arrived, two infants were present in Room 2 with one Aide. Minutes later a third infant was dropped off in Room 2 with one Aide. Corrected during inspection. A qualified infant toddler Teacher arrived at 8:00am and joined Room 2.
- Licensing Specialist Did Not Observe Creative and Dramatic Play Materials nor Individual Pursuits in Room 5 nor Room 4.13A.16.09.03B(1)
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