Kiddie Academy of Elkridge
OLD WATERLOO ROAD, ELKRIDGE, MD 21075Childery 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 1 (out of 5) and NAEYC 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 1 (Max 5) Learn more →
- Accreditations
- National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC)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
- 103
- 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 5 inspections since 2025, the issues cited most often were Staff-to-Child Ratios & Group Size (4), Discipline & Adult-Child Interaction (3), and Hazardous Materials Handling (2). None of the 13 findings were critical.
See All 5 Inspection Visits
May 6, 20262 Findings2 Important
- LS Interviewed Staff and Confirmed That AC Has Vaped Both Inside and Outside of the Premises13A.16.11.05A(1)
LS interviewed staff and confirmed that AC has vaped both inside and outside of the premises. AC was reminded that the regulations state that vaping is prohibited at all times inside the childcare facility.
- LS Interviewed Staff and Confirmed That AC Has Vaped Both Inside and Outside of the Premises13A.16.11.05A(2)
LS interviewed staff and confirmed that AC has vaped both inside and outside of the premises. AC was reminded that the regulations state that vaping is prohibited on the premises during operating hours at the childcare facility.
Sep 5, 20252 Findings2 Important
- LS Discussed the Responsibilities of Management to Ensure All Staff Are Aware They Must Report Any Suspicion of Abuse…13A.16.07.02C(2)
LS discussed the responsibilities of management to ensure all staff are aware they must report any suspicion of abuse or neglect to the appropriate agency. Management can never discourage those reports and must ensure they have been reported.
- Room 4 Had a Mixed Age Group of 3 Toddlers and 10 Two Year Olds at the Time of the Inspection with Ms Julie and Ms Liah.13A.16.08.01A(2)(b)
Aug 22, 20252 Findings2 Important
- Facility Has Four Classrooms with Aides Assigned for Supervision and No Qualified Teachers in Those Rooms.13A.16.08.01A(2)(a)
- Facility Has Four Classrooms with Aides Assigned for Supervision and No Qualified Teachers in Those Rooms.13A.16.08.02B
Aug 20, 20256 Findings6 Important
- Facility Reported That a Staff Member Had Been Terminated Due to Mishandling a Child13A.16.03.06E(1)
Facility reported that a staff member had been terminated due to mishandling a child. LS interviewed several staff members that stated the child had a bruise or purple mark under his arm and the teacher "grabbed" the child by the arm. Facility stated that no one had made a report to CPS or our off
- Facility Confirmed That a Teacher Had Been Terminated Due to Mishandling of a Child13A.16.07.01
Facility confirmed that a teacher had been terminated due to mishandling of a child. The teacher reportedly grabbed a child by the arm leaving a large purple mark.
- Facility Reported That a Staff Member Had Been Terminated Due to Mishandling a Child13A.16.07.02A(1)
Facility reported that a staff member had been terminated due to mishandling a child. LS interviewed several staff members that stated the child had a bruise or purple mark under his arm and the teacher "grabbed" the child by the arm. Facility stated that no one had made a report to CPS or our off
- Facility Confirmed That a Staff Member Had Been Terminated Due to Mishandling of a Child.13A.16.07.06A
- Facility Is Using Aides to Cover Classrooms Regularly13A.16.08.01A(2)(a)
Facility is using aides to cover classrooms regularly. Facility stated that teachers are assigned to classrooms but are used in other rooms for specific situations (ie filed trips, or closing classrooms). They use an aide to "sub" in the room for different parts throughout the day for coverage. T
- Facility Is Using Aides to Cover Classrooms Regularly13A.16.08.02B
Facility is using aides to cover classrooms regularly. Facility stated that teachers are assigned to classrooms but are used in other rooms for specific situations (ie filed trips, or closing classrooms). They use an aide to "sub" in the room for different parts throughout the day for coverage. T
Aug 8, 20251 Finding1 Important
- The Child Had an Accident in the Pool Which Required Life Saving Measures by the Lifeguard at the Pool.13A.16.03.06C(3)
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