La Petite Child Care
JOHNS HOPKINS ROAD, GAMBRILLS, MD 21054Childery 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
- 76
- 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 2025, the issues cited most often were Staff-to-Child Ratios & Group Size (4), Infectious Disease Prevention & Control (3), and Curriculum & Developmental Programming (2). None of the 12 findings were critical.
See All 3 Inspection Visits
Nov 5, 20253 Findings3 Important
- During the Investigation13A.16.03.06D(2)
During the investigation, staff acknowledge toddler feeding crackers and did not know and staff did not contact the parent immediately after giving the child an allergen food
- During Complaint Investigation13A.16.09.01A(3)
During complaint investigation, the daily schedule was not being followed due to the child being served snack after the daily scheduled times provided.
- During the Investigation the Staff Admitted That Child Had Feces Filled Diapers During Pick Up and Parent Had to Tell…13A.16.11.03C
During the investigation the staff admitted that child had feces filled diapers during pick up and parent had to tell staff to change the child.
Sep 29, 20251 Finding1 Important
- Staff Was Sitting at the Tables While Child Was Playing with the Electrical Outlet. Was Corrected During Time of Inspection.13A.16.08.07A
Aug 27, 20258 Findings8 Important
- LS Observed Changing Tables in Room 4A&B Were Dirty13A.16.05.08A
- LS Observed Carpet Need Cleaning Is Classrooms 5&6, Room #5 Had Dirty Vents That Need Cleaning and Dirty Walls13A.16.05.11A
LS observed carpet need cleaning is classrooms 5&6, Room #5 had dirty vents that need cleaning and dirty walls. LS observed changing table in room 4A and 4B was dirty and had crumbs of food underneath the diaper pad.
- In Classroom 4A There Was No Liner in the Trash Can.13A.16.05.11D(1)
- To Ensure the Safety and Security of Each Child the LS Observed Unqualified Staff in Charge of Groups Put Childrens Security at Risk13A.16.07.06A
- To Ensure That Children Receive Adequate Supervision and Care at All Time13A.16.08.01A(2)(a)
To ensure that children receive adequate supervision and care at all time, the LS observed unqualified staff in charge of groups in classrooms
- The Staff Member Providing Care to a Child Is Prepared to Provide the Appropriate Individual Care Needs13A.16.08.01B(2)
The staff member providing care to a child is prepared to provide the appropriate individual care needs. LS observed unqualified staff in charge of groups and could not be prepared to meet the needs of children.
- Assigned Qualified Childcare Teachers Are Needed to Be in Charge of Groups13A.16.08.02B
Assigned qualified childcare teachers are needed to be in charge of groups. LS observed classrooms 4A had 2Aides in the classroom and Room 7A only had 1 staff that was an Aide.
- Room 6 Had Tables and Chairs with Chipped Paint13A.16.09.03B(4)
Room 6 had tables and chairs with chipped paint, walls had chipped paint, , cracked cushions in room 5, outside riding toys cracked, Changing tables in classrooms 4A7B are both cracked. Room # 4 tables are splintered.
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