Kreayola Kids 1
BRANCH AVENUE, TEMPLE HILLS, MD 20748Childery 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.2 / 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 1 (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 1 (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
- 150
- 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 2024, the issues cited most often were Staff-to-Child Ratios & Group Size (5), Licensing & Administrative Compliance (2), and Safe Sleep & SIDS Prevention (2). Of 14 total findings, 3 were critical.
See All 4 Inspection Visits
Apr 22, 20258 Findings3 Critical5 Important
- LS Observed Video Footage Showing a Staff Member Forcefully Pushing a Two Year Old Child's Head13A.16.07.03B(4)
LS observed video footage showing a staff member forcefully pushing a two year old child's head, causing him to stumble and hit his face on the table. The staff member then yanks the child up and forcefully pushes the two year old child again on the head onto the cot. An employee may not spank, hi
- LS Observed Video Footage Showing a Staff Member Forcefully Pushing a Two Year Old Child's Head13A.16.07.06A
LS observed video footage showing a staff member forcefully pushing a two year old child's head, causing him to stumble and hit his face on the table. The staff member then yanks the child up and forcefully pushes the two year old child again on the head onto the cot. The operator shall ensure the
- LS Observed Video Footage Showing a Staff Member Forcefully Pushing the Two Year Old Child's Head, Causing Him To…13A.16.08.01A(2)(b)
LS observed video footage showing a staff member forcefully pushing the two year old child's head, causing him to stumble and hit his face on the table. An operator shall ensure that each child receives adequate supervision and care at all times which is appropriate to the individual age, needs and
- The Director Stated That the Multipurpose Room Is Now Being Used as a School Age Room for the Children That Used to Be…13A.16.03.07A
The director stated that the multipurpose room is now being used as a school age room for the children that used to be enrolled at the Kreayola Kids Walker Mill road location. LS observed a roster for the multipurpose room for April 15, 2025, showing that there were 4 children present. The directo
- LS Interviewed the Director and Three Staff Members in Reference to the 8 Year Old That Was Hit by a Shoe by Another…13A.16.03.07A
LS interviewed the director and three staff members in reference to the 8 year old that was hit by a shoe by another child. All staff interviewed stated that the incident occurred in the Multipurpose room. The director stated that the multipurpose room is now being used as a school age room for th
- LS Conducted a Complaint Investigation on Today's Date13A.16.07.01
LS conducted a complaint investigation on today's date. The complaint states that a two year old was sent home with a black eye on April 15, 2025, and that a teacher was fired in reference to the incident. The complaint also states that an 8 year old said that he was hit with a shoe while at the c
- While Conducting the Walkthrough, LS Observed a Staff Member in Room 105 A Placing an Infant to Sleep on Their Stomach13A.16.10.05A(1)
While conducting the walkthrough, LS observed a staff member in room 105 A placing an infant to sleep on their stomach. Unless specified otherwise in writing by the child's physician, a child who cannot roll over without assistance shall be placed for sleep on the child's back.
- While Conducting the Walkthrough, LS Observed a Staff Member in Room 105 A Placing an Infant to Sleep on Their Stomach13A.16.10.05A(1)
While conducting the walkthrough, LS observed a staff member in room 105 A placing an infant to sleep on their stomach. The staff member was advised that unless specified otherwise in writing by the child's physician, a child who cannot roll over without assistance shall be placed for sleep on the
May 24, 20241 Finding1 Important
- The Staff Member Stated the Parent Gave the Center Permission to Put the Three Year Old Child in the Infant and Toddler…13A.16.08.01B(1)
The staff member stated the parent gave the center permission to put the three year old child in the infant and toddler room. The center put the child in the Infant and Toddler Room. During the Complaint Inspection the child was not in care. The child goes to another school between noon to four pm.
Apr 26, 20243 Findings3 Important
- LS Conducted a Complaint Investigation on Today’s Date13A.16.07.06A
LS conducted a complaint investigation on today’s date. LS interviewed the teacher in room 114, who stated that child A referenced in the incident and child B, another child, were tugging at a toy. The teacher stated that she took the toy from the children and did not notice a scratch under the c
- LS Conducted a Complaint Investigation on Today’s Date13A.16.08.01A(2)(b)
LS conducted a complaint investigation on today’s date. LS interviewed the teacher in room 114, who stated that child A referenced in the incident and child B, another child, were tugging at a toy. The teacher stated that she took the toy from the children and did not notice a scratch under the c
- LS Did Not Observe a Qualified Teacher in Room # 105B or Room Number 104B.13A.16.08.02B
Mar 13, 20242 Findings2 Important
- LS Observed 2 Children Needing Updated Emergency Forms.13A.16.03.04C
- LS Observed 6 Children Needing a Lead Screening.13A.16.03.04E
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