KinderCare -301301
FORBES BLVD, LANHAM, MD 20706Childery 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.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
- 91
- 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-to-Child Ratios & Group Size (5), Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (4), and Building & Premises Safety (2). None of the 12 findings were critical.
See All 3 Inspection Visits
Feb 27, 20265 Findings5 Important
- On This Date an Complaint Inspection Was Conducted on This Date13A.16.03.06A(1)
On this date an Complaint Inspection was conducted on this date. LS did not receive written notification regarding the new Director. The new Director is currently a director at another facility. The new Director arrived at the facility during the Complaint Inspection at 11:30 am. The Teacher in char
- On This Date an Complaint Inspection Was Conducted on This Date13A.16.03.06A(2)
On this date an Complaint Inspection was conducted on this date. LS did not receive written notification from the facility ending employment the current Director. The Teacher in charge of the center and the new Director did not know the current Director's last day. LS investigated the status of the
- During the Complaint Inspection the New Director Arrived at the Center at 11:30 Am13A.16.06.05A
During the Complaint Inspection the new Director arrived at the center at 11:30 am. LS arrived at the facility looking for either the current Director or the Teacher In charge of the facility. The Teacher in charge of the facility is currently out on sick leave since February 15, 2026. LS interviewe
- LS Observed No Evidence of an Incident Report Completed for a Child That Was Using Scissors That Cut Their Shirt And…13A.16.08.01A(2)(b)
LS observed no evidence of an incident report completed for a child that was using scissors that cut their shirt and shoelaces. LS requested the incident report to be completed and the child's emergency form. LS requested written statements from all staff members involved in the incident in Room B.
- LS Observed Evidence of an Incident That Happened in Room B13A.16.10.03A
LS observed evidence of an incident that happened in Room B, parents were called and child's shirt was cut by scissors and maybe the shoelaces per the new Teacher in charge of center. One of the staff members was present with a small group of children during a classroom activity using scissors. A ch
Aug 1, 20251 Finding1 Important
- During the Complaint Inspection the Director Confirmed That a Parent Did See a Mouse in the Infant Room F13A.16.05.01A(3)
During the Complaint Inspection the Director confirmed that a parent did see a mouse in the Infant Room F. The parent works for the center's corporation, and the parent left their child for the rest of the day. The center has a current pest contract, and the pest control company has made two visits
Apr 1, 20246 Findings6 Important
- LS Observed Missing Staffing Patterns but Was Posted While on Site.13A.16.03.05B
- Staff Unknown to Office of Childcare. Missing All Credentials and Documentation for Proof of Qualified Staff with the Daycare Children.13A.16.07.06A
- Staff Unknown to Office of Childcare and Supervising Without Approval by the Office of Childcare.13A.16.08.01A(2)(a)
- Ls Observed Children Not Supervised by Approved Staff.13A.16.08.02A
- LS Observed Two Unknown Staff to Office of Childcare to Office Numerous Staff Approved as Aides Caring for Children…13A.16.08.02B
LS observed two unknown staff to office of childcare to office numerous staff approved as aides caring for children and not qualified as child care teachers in charge of the groups.
- LS Observed Two Unknown Staff to Office of Childcare to Office Numerous Staff Approved as Aides Caring for Children…13A.16.08.03A
LS observed two unknown staff to office of childcare to office numerous staff approved as aides caring for children and not qualified as child care teachers in charge of the groups.
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