Kids are Magical LLC
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.5 / 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.Not Available
- 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 5 out of 5 stars overall. 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. No objective process measures (e.g., state quality rating or national accreditation) are available for this daycare. The overall rating reflects structural features only.
Quality Recognitions & Accreditations
- 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
- Family Child Care Home
- Age groups served
- Toddlers, Preschool, School-Age
- Licensed capacity
- 8
- 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 2 inspections since 2024, the issues cited most often were Children's Records & Files (4), Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (2), and Emergency Preparedness & Drills (1). None of the 7 findings were critical.
See All 2 Inspection Visits
Jun 26, 20256 Findings6 Important
- LS Observed No Evidence of Lead Screening Information for Four (4) Children in Care13A.15.03.02B
LS observed no evidence of lead screening information for four (4) children in care. Provider to submit a written statement verifying that the lead screening information has been obtained and is accessible in the child files.
- LS Observed One Emergency Card That Had Not Been Annually Updated13A.15.03.04A(3)
LS observed one emergency card that had not been annually updated. Provider to submit evidence that the emergency card has been obtained, updated and is accessible in the child files.
- LS Observed 1 Emergency Card That Had Not Been Annually Updated13A.15.03.04A(3)
LS observed 1 emergency card that had not been annually updated. Provider to review with parent and submit a written statement verifying that the emergency card has been obtained, updated, and is accessible in the child file.
- LS Observed No Evidence of the 2024 Basic Health and Safety Annual Update Being Completed by 12/31/202413A.15.06.02B(1)
LS observed no evidence of the 2024 Basic Health and Safety Annual Update being completed by 12/31/2024. Provider to submit evidence of completion to OCC immediately.
- LS Observed No Evidence of the 2024 Basic Health and Safety Annual Update Due 12/31/2024. Provider to Submit Evidence to OCC Immediately.13A.15.06.02B(1)
- LS Observed No Evidence That the Emergency and Disaster Plan Had Been Annually Updated13A.15.10.01A(4)
LS observed no evidence that the emergency and disaster plan had been annually updated. Provider reviewed and updated the plan at the time of the inspection.
Jun 20, 20241 Finding1 Important
- LS Observed 1 Emergency Form That Was Missing the Source of Health Care13A.15.03.04A(1)
LS observed 1 emergency form that was missing the source of health care. Provider to have the parents complete the form and submit verification that it is accessible in the child files.