KidsCo Junior at Rockwell 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.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.5 / 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 5 out of 5 stars overall. Process quality reflects a Maryland EXCELS rating of Level 5 (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 5 (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
- Recognized by Maryland Accreditation.
Facility Info
- Facility type
- Child Care Center
- Age groups served
- Infants, Toddlers, Preschool, 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 4 inspections since 2023, the issues cited most often were Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (4), Building & Premises Safety (2), and Hazardous Materials Handling (2). Of 12 total findings, 2 were critical.
See All 4 Inspection Visits
Mar 13, 20251 Finding1 Important
- At the Time of Inspection13A.16.03.05B
At the time of inspection, LS observed staffing patterns posted from 2024, with some listing staff members who are no longer employed or have switched roles and are no longer present in the classroom. The facility is asked to post current staffing patterns and submit evidence to LS.
Apr 25, 20241 Finding1 Important
- At the Time of Inspection, Facility Did Not Have Any Substitute Use Logged for the Day13A.16.03.05E
At the time of inspection, facility did not have any substitute use logged for the day. Facility is reminded to always maintain a written log of when a substitute is being used in place of a qualified staff member.
Mar 25, 20247 Findings1 Critical6 Important
- At the Time of Inspection13A.16.10.04A
At the time of inspection, LS observed a mechanical closet unlocked with hazardous items accessible to children in care,, as well as an unlocked closet with cleaning supplies. Lastly, LS observed ointment in the diapering cabinet, without a child lock. Facility is to submit evidence of having made
- At the Time of Inspection13A.16.03.04C
At the time of inspection, LS observed three children that did not have the authorized pickup personnel information indicated on the emergency form. One child did not have source of health care information. One child's emergency form was not updated since 2022. Facility is asked to send evidence
- At the Time of Inspection13A.16.05.08B
At the time of inspection, LS observed one toilet that was out of order, bringing the total number of working toilets to 3. Facility is asked to repair the toilet in order to maintain the sanitary facilities ratio of 1 for every 15 children.
- At the Time of Inspection, LS Did Not Observe a Qualified Preschool Teacher Present in the Blue Room13A.16.08.02B
At the time of inspection, LS did not observe a qualified preschool teacher present in the Blue room. Director to submit evidence of qualified staff in this room.
- At the Time of Inspection, LS Did Not Observe a Qualified Preschool Teacher Present in the Blue Room13A.16.08.03A
At the time of inspection, LS did not observe a qualified preschool teacher present in the Blue room. Director to submit evidence of qualified staff in this room.
- At the Time of Inspection13A.16.09.02C
At the time of inspection, LS observed, in Room A5A, three activity plans that were over three months old, and one child that was missing an activity plan. In Room A5B, LS observed five activity plans that were from August of 2023. Facility to update these plans and submit to LS.
- At the Time of Inspection, LS Observed Two Outlets Left Uncovered in Both the Blue and Green Rooms13A.16.10.04F
At the time of inspection, LS observed two outlets left uncovered in both the Blue and Green rooms. Facility is to have these outlets properly covered and submit evidence to LS.
Jun 13, 20233 Findings1 Critical2 Important
- At the Time of Inspection, LS Observed an Unlocked Cabinet with Cleaning Products13A.16.10.04A
At the time of inspection, LS observed an unlocked cabinet with cleaning products. LS asked facility to lock the door in order to make these items inaccessible to children in care.
- At the Time of Inspection13A.16.06.12A(3)
At the time of inspection, one staff member, RB, had not completed the Basic Health and Safety training within 90 days of hire. Facility to submit evidence of completed Basic Health and Safety training for RB to LS.
- At the Time of Inspection, One Staff Member, RB, Had Not Completed the 3 Hour Aide Orientation13A.16.06.12C
At the time of inspection, one staff member, RB, had not completed the 3 hour aide orientation. Facility to submit evidence of completed orientation for RB.