Kids After Hours at Forest Knolls Elementary School
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
- School-Age
- Licensed capacity
- 168
- 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 3 inspections since 2023, the issues cited most often were Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (3), Children's Records & Files (2), and Emergency Preparedness & Drills (1). None of the 6 findings were critical.
See All 3 Inspection Visits
May 4, 20262 Findings2 Important
- LS Was Not Able to Observe Student Files.13A.16.03.04A
- LS Was Not Able to Observe Written Records for Children on Site at the Facility.13A.16.03.04B(1)
Apr 10, 20251 Finding1 Important
- Licensing Specialist Was Not Able to Observe Emergency and Disaster Drills Documented.13A.16.03.03B(4)
Aug 23, 20233 Findings3 Important
- There Was No Evidence of a Medical Evaluation for R.L13A.16.06.04A(1)
There was no evidence of a medical evaluation for R.L. There was a medical evaluation for A.M., however, the way the doctor answered the questions makes it unclear if she meets the medical criteria. A.M. can request the doctor reevaluate the questions on the current form, initial/date any changes
- There Was No Documentation That the Following Staff Completed the Basic Health and Safety Training Within Their First…13A.16.06.12A(3)
There was no documentation that the following staff completed the basic health and safety training within their first 90 days of employment: B.F., J.M., G.K., and R. L.
- There Was No Documentation That the Following Staff Completed the Aide Orientation: B.F., J.G., J.M., G.K., and R.L.13A.16.06.12C