Laurie Arnold
MONARCH RIDGE ROAD, FREDERICK, MD 21703Childery 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.3 / 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 NAFCC 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)Not Accredited
- National Accreditation Commission (NAC)Not Accredited
- National Early Childhood Program Accreditation (NECPA)Not Accredited
- National Association for Family Child Care (NAFCC)Accredited
Facility Info
- Facility type
- Family Child Care Home
- Age groups served
- Toddlers, Preschool, School-Age
- Licensed capacity
- 8
- Teacher-child ratios & group sizesState Minimum Displayed
Age Max ratio Max group 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 Children's Records & Files (4), Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (1), and Licensing & Administrative Compliance (1). None of the 6 findings were critical.
See All 3 Inspection Visits
Apr 28, 20262 Findings2 Important
- At the Time of Inspection13A.15.03.04A(1)
At the time of inspection, one child was missing source of healthcare information on the emergency form, and three children were missing authorized pick up person information. Provider to forward completed forms to LS immediately.
- Provider Has Not Completed the 2025 Basic Health and Safety Update. Provider to Complete the Training and Forward to LS.13A.15.06.02B(1)
May 15, 20253 Findings3 Important
- At the Time of Inspection13A.15.03.04A(1)
At the time of inspection, one child was missing source of healthcare information on the emergency form, as well as authorized pick up personnel information. LS requested that provider obtain a completed emergency form and submit a copy to LS.
- At the Time of Inspection13A.15.03.04C
At the time of inspection, LS observed the following: one child missing a Health Inventory on file (Parts I & II), as well as immunizations and age appropriate lead screening; another two year old child was missing evidence of age appropriate lead testing; and a three year old child was missing evid
- At the Time of Inspection, Provider Had a Resident Living in the Home Who Had Turned 1813A.15.03.05D(1)
At the time of inspection, provider had a resident living in the home who had turned 18. LS was made aware of this potential resident in Spring of 2024, and received criminal background checks, a current medical report, out of state background clearances as the resident is from out of state, and a
Apr 4, 20241 Finding1 Important
- At the Time of Inspection, Provider Was Missing Annual Updates on Emergency Forms for Two Children in Care13A.15.03.04A(3)
At the time of inspection, provider was missing annual updates on Emergency Forms for two children in care. Provider to have these forms updated and submit to LS.
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