KidsKare Early learning Center
1822A METZEROTT ROAD, ADELPHI, MD 20783Childery Rating: 4/5
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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
- Toddlers, Preschool, School-Age
- Licensed capacity
- 30
- 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 3 inspections since 2025, the issues cited most often were Building & Premises Safety (4), Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (2), and Hazardous Materials Handling (2). None of the 11 findings were critical.
See All 3 Inspection Visits
Mar 9, 20263 Findings3 Important
- A Licensing Specialist Observed Children in an Unapproved Outdoor Play Area.13A.16.05.12A
- The Licensing Specialist Observed That Children Did Not Have Adequate Supervision During Outdoor Play13A.16.08.01A(2)(a)
The licensing specialist observed that children did not have adequate supervision during outdoor play. No lead staff was present. Two aides were present.
- The Licensing Specialist Observed That the Children Were Not Being Supervised on the Playground by Non-qualified Staff.13A.16.08.02B
Jun 9, 20252 Findings2 Important
- Observed a Concrete Retainer Wall That Poses a Hazardous Risk to the Children.13A.16.05.12A
- Observed One Broken Blind in the Center.13A.16.10.04A
Apr 24, 20256 Findings6 Important
- Observed 2 Children Missing Final Lead Test.13A.16.03.02E
- A Change of Operation Was Requested Approved June 2024. The Center Has Since Change the Space and Rooms Approved.13A.16.03.07A
- Observed the Water Temperature Exceeding 120 Degrees. The Adjustment Must Be Made to Reduce the Temperature.13A.16.05.07A
- Observed a Concrete Retainer Wall That Poses a Hazardous Risk to the Children.13A.16.05.12A
- Two New Hires Did Not Have Proof of a Completed Orientation.13A.16.06.02
- Observed 9 Blinds That Are Broken Throughout the Center.13A.16.10.04A
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