La Petite Child Care
FATHER HURLEY BLVD, GERMANTOWN, MD 20874Childery 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
- 151
- 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 5 inspections since 2024, the issues cited most often were Staff-to-Child Ratios & Group Size (4), Children's Records & Files (3), and Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (3). None of the 13 findings were critical.
See All 5 Inspection Visits
Feb 5, 20263 Findings3 Important
- At Time of Inspection, Licensing Specialist Did Not Observe Part 1 or Part 2 of the Health Assessment for a Child Enrolled in Care.13A.16.03.04D(3)
- At Time of Inspection, Licensing Specialist Did Not Observe Appropriate Lead Testing for Several Children Enrolled in Care.13A.16.03.04E
- At the Time of Inspection the Infant Care Plans Were All Done in Either September 2025 of October 202513A.16.09.02C
At the time of inspection the infant care plans were all done in either September 2025 of October 2025. Infant care plans should be updated every 3 months.
Nov 8, 20242 Findings2 Important
- The Operator Didn't Maintain a Calendar or Other Written Record of the Days on Which a Substitute Provided Care And…13A.16.03.05E
The operator didn't maintain a calendar or other written record of the days on which a substitute provided care and staff member in whose places the substitute worked.
- The Center Reviewed Footage Showing a Staff Member Roughly Handling a Child and Placing the Child Onto Their Cot But…13A.16.07.02A(1)
The center reviewed footage showing a staff member roughly handling a child and placing the child onto their cot but failed to report this incident directly to protective services, as mandated by Maryland Law. On a previous visit to the center, the office child care agency had discussed this regula
Oct 8, 20242 Findings2 Important
- On October 8, 2024, a Complaint Investigation Was Conducted13A.16.03.04C
On October 8, 2024, a complaint investigation was conducted. The Licensing Specialist observed that an emergency form was incomplete at the back. According to the health forms, the child has an allergy. Therefore, the form should include emergency medical instructions for the condition, as required
- Licensing Specialist Observed an Infant and Toddler Plan That Has Not Been Updated Since July 2023.13A.16.09.02C
Sep 13, 20242 Findings2 Important
- A Complaint Investigation Was Conducted on September 12, 202413A.16.08.02B
A complaint investigation was conducted on September 12, 2024. During the inspection, a licensing specialist observed two aides in Room 1. One of the staff members had not been reported to the office of child care. At around 9 am, the qualified staff member arrived. The issue was corrected during th
- On September 12, 2024, a Complaint Investigation Was Conducted13A.16.08.03A
On September 12, 2024, a complaint investigation was conducted. The licensing specialists observed two aides in Room 1 with 9 two-year-olds during the inspection. At around 9:00 am, the qualified staff teacher arrived. Additionally, the infant and toddler room had 8 infants and toddlers with 2 staff
Jun 17, 20244 Findings4 Important
- Licensing Specialist Observed One Infant with an Aide in the Infant Room.13A.16.08.02A
- Licensing Specialist Observed an Aide with One Infant in the Infant Room.13A.16.08.02B
- Licensing Specialist Observed Three Children Under the Age of Two Mixed with School Age and Preschool Children.13A.16.08.03C(1)
- Licensing Specialist Observed Three Children Under the Age of Two Mixed with Preschool and School Age Chiildren13A.16.08.03D(1)
Licensing Specialist observed three children under the age of two mixed with preschool and school age chiildren. There were a total of 13 children in the classroom at time of first observation with one Aide and a substitute.
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