KinderCare-301229
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.4 / 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) and NAEYC accreditation. 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)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
- 110
- 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 3 inspections since 2024, the issues cited most often were Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (4). None of the 4 findings were critical.
See All 3 Inspection Visits
Feb 26, 20261 Finding1 Important
- One Teacher Was Late in Completing Her Continued Training for Her 24/25 Training Cycle13A.16.06.09C
One teacher was late in completing her continued training for her 24/25 training cycle. The Licensing Specialist left a list of each staff person's anniversary date to assist the center with keeping track of each person's cycle dates.
Mar 5, 20252 Findings2 Important
- There Were Two Preschool Teachers That Were Late in Completing Their Required Number of Continuing Training Hours13A.16.06.09C
There were two preschool teachers that were late in completing their required number of continuing training hours. The program director made note of each staff person's training cycle dates so staff can be sure to complete their training within the appropriate time frame.
- There Are 3 Aides That Have Been Employed Over 90 Days but Have Not Completed the Initial Basic Health and Safety…13A.16.06.12A(3)
There are 3 aides that have been employed over 90 days but have not completed the initial basic health and safety training. Please have them complete this training ASAP and send copies of the completed training certificate to the Licensing Specialist.
Mar 13, 20241 Finding1 Important
- There Is One Teacher That Was Late in Completing Her Training for Her 22/23 Training Cycle.13A.16.06.09C