KidsCo Inc at Seven Locks
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
- 60
- 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 2 inspections since 2023, the issues cited most often were Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (4), Children's Records & Files (3), and Emergency Preparedness & Drills (2). Of 9 total findings, 2 were critical.
See All 2 Inspection Visits
Nov 5, 20253 Findings3 Important
- LS Did Not Observe Written Records of the Dates and Times at Which Emergency and Disaster Drills Were Conducted for The…13A.16.03.03B(4)
LS did not observe written records of the dates and times at which emergency and disaster drills were conducted for the months of March, April, May and June.
- LS Observed 1 Emergency Form Missing the Authorization Daily Pick Up Information for One Child and the Physician…13A.16.03.04C
LS observed 1 emergency form missing the authorization daily pick up information for one child and the physician information for another child in care.
- LS Did Not Observe the Emergency Escape Route Posted in the Gym nor the All Purpose Room. Both Rooms Are Used for Child Care.13A.16.10.01A(4)
Nov 3, 20236 Findings2 Critical4 Important
- LS Observed CP in the Child Care Facility. The OCC Was Not Notified of New Staff Member.13A.16.03.06A(1)
- LS Observed Charrell Paige in the Child Care Facility. The OCC Was Not Notified of New Staff Member.13A.16.03.06B
- LS Was Not Able to Observe Children's Written Records That Are Readily Accessible to All Staff.13A.16.03.04B(1)
- LS Was Not Able to Observe Medication Records for 5 Children That Have Listed Allergy.13A.16.03.04I(3)
- LS Was Not Able to Observe Any Clearance Information for CP.13A.16.06.03A
- LS Was Not Able to Obtain a Medical Evaluation for CP.13A.16.06.04A(1)