Kiddie Academy of Locust Point
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.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
- 97
- 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
4 Inspection Visits Since 2024 · 12 Findings
Most recent: May 19, 2026⤓ Download Inspection History Report (PDF)
12 Important
Across 4 inspections since 2024, the issues cited most often were Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (5), Staff-to-Child Ratios & Group Size (2), and Building & Premises Safety (2). None of the 12 findings were critical.
See All 4 Inspection Visits
May 19, 20262 Findings2 Important
- 2 Staff Members Did Not Ensure the Safety and Security of 1 Child in Care. The Center Immediately Terminated the Employees.13A.16.07.06A
- 2 Staff Members Did Not Ensure Adequate Supervision of 1 Child in Care. The Center Immediately Terminated the Employees.13A.16.08.01A(2)(b)
May 4, 20266 Findings6 Important
- The Center Did Not Have an Completed Health Inventory for 3 Children.13A.16.03.02A
- The Kitchen Sink Is Leaking Water From the Middle Compartment.13A.16.05.01A(1)
- The Center Did Not Have a Medical Exam on File for 2 Staff Members.13A.16.06.04A(1)
- The Center Did Not Have Proof of 12 Hours of Annual Training for 4 Teachers.13A.16.06.09C
- The Center Did Not Have Proof of 6 Hours of Annual Training for 4 Aides.13A.16.06.12B(1)
- Observed Infant Activity Plans That Were Not Reevaluated Every 3 Months.13A.16.09.02C
May 14, 20253 Findings3 Important
- A Child Care Teacher Did Not Complete 12 Hours of Annual Training.13A.16.06.09C
- The Center Did Not Have Proof of Annual Training for 3 Aides.13A.16.06.12B(1)
- LS Observed Written Activity Plans in the Infant and Toddler Classrooms That Were Not Re-evaluated at Least Every 3 Months.13A.16.09.02C
Dec 3, 20241 Finding1 Important
- Observed Peeling and Chipping Paint in the Infant D Classroom13A.16.05.05C(1)