Kiddie Academy of Laurel
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.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
- Infants, Toddlers, Preschool, School-Age
- Licensed capacity
- 105
- 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 4 inspections since 2025, the issues cited most often were Staff-to-Child Ratios & Group Size (7), Discipline & Adult-Child Interaction (2), and Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (1). None of the 11 findings were critical.
See All 4 Inspection Visits
Apr 13, 20262 Findings2 Important
- LS Conducted a Complaint Investigation on Today's Date13A.16.07.06A
LS conducted a complaint investigation on today's date. The complaint states that during outside playtime, a male child was playing on a part of the playground where children should not be. He was playing on that part of the playground and was redirected a few times before Savannah held the male ch
- The Complaint States That During Outside Playtime13A.16.08.01A(2)(b)
The complaint states that during outside playtime, a male child was playing on a part of the playground where children should not be. He was playing on that part of the playground and was redirected a few times before Savannah held the male child by his legs, causing him to hit his head and back on
Mar 30, 20263 Findings3 Important
- The Complaint States That on 03/23/2613A.16.03.06D(2)
The complaint states that on 03/23/26, a 14 month old child exited the classroom and was intercepted by administration at the front office. LS interviewed the director and two staff members in reference to the complaint. The director stated that a teacher and aide were in room # 2, along with 3 pa
- LS Conducted a Complaint Investigation on Today's Date13A.16.07.06A
LS conducted a complaint investigation on today's date. The complaint states that on 03/23/26, a 14 month old child exited the classroom and was intercepted by administration at the front office. LS interviewed the director and two staff members in reference to the complaint. The director stated
- The Complaint States That on 03/23/2613A.16.08.01A(2)(b)
The complaint states that on 03/23/26, a 14 month old child exited the classroom and was intercepted by administration at the front office. LS interviewed the director and two staff members in reference to the complaint. The director stated that a teacher and aide were in room # 2, along with 3 pa
Mar 23, 20265 Findings5 Important
- The Complaint States That That a Child's Parent Is Stating That That They Noticed a Bruise on Their Two Year Old…13A.16.07.03A(1)
The complaint states that that a child's parent is stating that that they noticed a bruise on their two year old child's right arm and is alleging that it had to have happened at the center. LS interviewed office staff, who stated that that they watched video from 3/12/26. 03/16/26 and 3/17/26, and
- LS Conducted a Complaint Investigation on Today's Date13A.16.07.06A
LS conducted a complaint investigation on today's date. The complaint states that that a child's parent is stating that that they noticed a bruise on their two year old child's right arm and is alleging that it had to have happened at the center. LS interviewed office staff, who stated that that th
- The Complaint States That That a Child's Parent Is Stating That That They Noticed a Bruise on Their Two Year Old…13A.16.08.01A(2)(b)
The complaint states that that a child's parent is stating that that they noticed a bruise on their two year old child's right arm and is alleging that it had to have happened at the center. LS interviewed office staff, who stated that that they watched video from 3/12/26. 03/16/26 and 3/17/26, and
- The Complaint States That That a Child's Parent Is Stating That That They Noticed a Bruise on Their Two Year Old…13A.16.08.02B
The complaint states that that a child's parent is stating that that they noticed a bruise on their two year old child's right arm and is alleging that it had to have happened at the center. LS interviewed office staff and an aide in room 8, who both stated that an aide and the staff member refere
- Upon Arrival at the Center13A.16.08.03C(1)
Upon arrival at the center, LS sat in the front hallway in view of room # 1 for approximately 10 minutes before starting the walkthrough. Just before starting the walkthrough, LS observed a staff member removing two toddlers from room # 1. LS counted 6 toddlers present in room # 1 with two staff m
Jul 29, 20251 Finding1 Important
- The Licensing Specialist Did Not Observe Evidence of Lead Screening for 2 Children.13A.16.03.02E