Heidelinde Parke
Data last updated · May 2026
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.Not Available
- 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. 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. No objective process measures (e.g., state quality rating or national accreditation) are available for this daycare. The overall rating reflects structural features only.
Quality Recognitions & Accreditations
- 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 3 inspections since 2023, the issues cited most often were Children's Records & Files (4), Emergency Preparedness & Drills (1), and Safe Sleep & SIDS Prevention (1). None of the 8 findings were critical.
See All 3 Inspection Visits
Jul 22, 20252 Findings2 Important
- At the Time of Inspection, LS Could Not Observe Evidence of Fire and Emergency Drills for the Past Two Years13A.15.03.03F
At the time of inspection, LS could not observe evidence of fire and emergency drills for the past two years. LS requested that the provider submit evidence of the logs if they are found, or a statement of correction for documenting fire drills moving forward.
- At the Time of Inspection, One Child in Care Was Missing Records of Immunizations13A.15.03.04C
At the time of inspection, one child in care was missing records of immunizations. LS requested that provider send copies of the immunization record once obtained.
Nov 20, 20244 Findings4 Important
- Prior to Inspection13A.15.07.01
Prior to inspection, OCC received screenshots of the provider on a social media platform suggesting disciplinary practices such as restraining children who are acting out in a chair, and using a water bottle to squirt children in the face to prevent spitting.
- Prior to Inspection13A.15.07.04B(4)
Prior to inspection, OCC received screenshots of the provider on a social media platform suggesting disciplinary practices such as restraining children who are acting out in a chair, and using a water bottle to squirt children in the face to prevent spitting.
- Prior to Inspection13A.15.07.07A
Prior to inspection, OCC received screenshots of the provider on a social media platform suggesting disciplinary practices such as restraining children who are acting out in a chair, and using a water bottle to squirt children in the face to prevent spitting.
- At the Time of Inspection, LS Reviewed Emergency Forms for All Enrolled Children and Requested Copies From the Provider13A.15.13.01D
At the time of inspection, LS reviewed emergency forms for all enrolled children and requested copies from the provider. The provider refused to provide copies to LS, stating that she did not feel comfortable giving out personal information of parents without their permission.
Jul 31, 20232 Findings2 Important
- At the Time of Inspection, Provider Was Missing an Individual Emergency Form for One Child in Care13A.15.03.04A(1)
At the time of inspection, provider was missing an individual emergency form for one child in care. Provider was also missing source of healthcare information for two children in care. Provider is to have these forms completed and submit evidence to LS.
- At the Time of Inspection, LS Observed Emergency Forms for Three Children in Care That Were Not Updated13A.15.03.04A(3)
At the time of inspection, LS observed emergency forms for three children in care that were not updated. Provider is to have emergency forms updated for 2023 and submit evidence to LS.