HRDC Susan K. Westfall Head Start
LOWER GEORGES CREEK RD, LONACONING, MD 21539Childery Rating: 4/5
Data last updated ·
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
Facility Info
- Facility type
- Child Care Center
- Age groups served
- Toddlers, Preschool, School-Age
- Licensed capacity
- 28
- 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 2024, the issues cited most often were Licensing & Administrative Compliance (2) and Children's Records & Files (2). None of the 4 findings were critical.
See All 3 Inspection Visits
Jan 9, 20261 Finding1 Important
- The EHS Classroom Staffing Pattern Posted Did Not Reflect the Current Staff Working in the Classroom13A.16.03.05B
The EHS classroom staffing pattern posted did not reflect the current staff working in the classroom. The facility updated the staffing pattern prior to the inspection ending today.
Apr 8, 20252 Findings2 Important
- One Child's Emergency Form Will Need the Date Near the Parent/guardian's Signature13A.16.03.04C
One child's emergency form will need the date near the parent/guardian's signature. Facility is to submit verification of the completed emergency form to OCC.
- Two Children Will Need Their Immunization Record. Facility Is to Submit Verification of the Children's Immunization Records to OCC.13A.16.03.04G
Apr 16, 20241 Finding1 Important
- Staffing Pattern Posted in the Preschool Classroom Was Not Current.13A.16.03.05B
Explore More
Daycares Near This One
- Westmar MiddleLonaconing · 5/5 Childery Rating
- Connie AppelFrostburg · 5/5 Childery Rating
- Kelli DeistFrostburg · 5/5 Childery Rating
- Tammy BealFrostburg · 4/5 Childery Rating
- Vanessa KellyFrostburg · 3/5 Childery Rating
- HRDC Frostburg Head Start and Early Head StartFrostburg · 4/5 Childery Rating