Kidz Star's Daycare Center
CANDLEWOOD RD, HANOVER, MD 21076Childery Rating: 3/5
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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.3 / 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 3 out of 5 stars overall. Process quality reflects a Maryland EXCELS rating of Level 2 (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 2 (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
- Infants, Toddlers, Preschool, School-Age
- Licensed capacity
- 30
- 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 2025, the issues cited most often were Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (3), Children's Records & Files (2), and Building & Premises Safety (2). None of the 14 findings were critical.
See All 2 Inspection Visits
Nov 24, 202512 Findings12 Important
- LS Observed More Than One Child File That Do That Have a Lead Screening13A.16.03.04E
LS observed more than one child file that do that have a lead screening. Center shall check all children's records to ensure each child has had lead screenings according to the regulations. Center shall send a letter of corrections indicating that all children's files have been checked and correcte
- LS Observed More Than One Child File That Do That Have a Lead Screening13A.16.03.04E
LS observed more than one child file that do that have a lead screening. Center shall check all children's records to ensure each child has had lead screenings according to the regulations. Center shall send a letter of corrections indicating that all children's files have been checked and correcte
- LS Observed More Than One Staff Member That Do Not Have Results of Criminal Back Ground Checks for State of MD and FBI…13A.16.03.05C
LS observed more than one staff member that do not have results of criminal back ground checks for state of MD and FBI in the record. Center shall send letter of corrections that all staff files have been checked for criminal back ground results.
- LS Observed More Than One Staff Member That Do Not Have Results of Criminal Back Ground Checks for State of MD and FBI…13A.16.03.05C
LS observed more than one staff member that do not have results of criminal back ground checks for state of MD and FBI in the record. Center shall send letter of corrections that all staff files have been checked for criminal back ground results.
- LS Observed Multiple Spaces in Center That Need to Be Repaired13A.16.05.01A(1)
LS observed multiple spaces in center that need to be repaired. LS observed in staff bathroom tiles that need to be repaired under the sink. LS observed in Infant classroom one of the handwashing sinks the faucet is detached and need to be repaired. LS observed in children's bathroom a toilet paper
- LS Observed Multiple Spaces in Center That Need to Be Repaired13A.16.05.01A(1)
LS observed multiple spaces in center that need to be repaired. LS observed in staff bathroom tiles that need to be repaired under the sink. LS observed in Infant classroom one of the handwashing sinks the faucet is detached and need to be repaired. LS observed in children's bathroom a toilet paper
- LS Observed in More Than One Classroom That Did Not Have a List of Emergency Numbers Posted on the Wall13A.16.10.01C
LS observed in more than one classroom that did not have a list of emergency numbers posted on the wall. Center shall send photographic evidence that each classroom has a list of emergency numbers posted in each classroom preferably by the phones.
- LS Observed in More Than One Classroom That Did Not Have a List of Emergency Numbers Posted on the Wall13A.16.10.01C
LS observed in more than one classroom that did not have a list of emergency numbers posted on the wall. Center shall send photographic evidence that each classroom has a list of emergency numbers posted in each classroom, preferably by the phones.
- LS Observed in the Infant Room a Child Sleep Strapped in a Stationary Seat on the Floor13A.16.10.05B
LS observed in the Infant room a child sleep strapped in a stationary seat on the floor. LS instructed staff member to move child from stationary seat to a crib positioned on the back according to the regulation. Center will send letter of corrections and instructed to have a meeting with staff rega
- LS Observed in the Infant Room a Child Sleep Strapped in a Stationary Seat on the Floor13A.16.10.05B
LS observed in the Infant room a child sleep strapped in a stationary seat on the floor. LS instructed staff member to move child from stationary seat to a crib positioned on the back according to the regulation. Center will send letter of corrections and instructed to have a meeting with staff rega
- LS Observed Food Items in the Cabinet That Do Not Have Labels13A.16.12.04E
LS observed food items in the cabinet that do not have labels. Center has to send a letter of corrections verifying that all food that has been removed from original container has been properly labeled with name and expiration date of contents.
- LS Observed Food Items in the Cabinet That Do Not Have Labels13A.16.12.04E
LS observed food items in the cabinet that do not have labels. Center has to send a letter of corrections verifying that all food that has been removed from original container has been properly labeled with name and expiration date of contents.
Jul 14, 20252 Findings2 Important
- LS Observed That Center Does Not Have Accurate Staffing Patterns.13A.16.03.05B
- LS Asked Owner at Time of Inspection for Staff Files to Look at Staff Qualifications That Were in Question13A.16.03.05C
LS asked Owner at time of inspection for staff files to look at staff qualifications that were in question. Owner produced more than one record that did not have staff qualifications present in the file. Center will send letter of corrections.
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