Little Sunshines at the Old Fork Elementary, LLC
HARFORD ROAD, FORK, MD 21082Childery 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.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 3 out of 5 stars overall. Process quality reflects a Maryland EXCELS rating of Level 2 (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 2 (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
- 50
- 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 Building & Premises Safety (5), Licensing & Administrative Compliance (2), and Children's Records & Files (1). None of the 10 findings were critical.
See All 3 Inspection Visits
May 26, 20264 Findings4 Important
- The Center Had a Terminate Infestation in the Basement and a Small Spot in the Attic13A.16.05.01A(2)
The center had a terminate infestation in the basement and a small spot in the attic. The center has been treated on May 8, 2026 and no termites have been seen since. A nest was not noticed by the terminator at the May 8, 2026 treatment.
- The Center Had a Terminate Infestation in the Basement and a Small Spot in the Attic13A.16.05.01A(3)
The center had a terminate infestation in the basement and a small spot in the attic. The sites have been treated and no termites have been seen since. A nest was not noticed by the terminator.
- The Center Had a Terminate Infestation in the Basement and a Small Spot in the Attic13A.16.05.01B
The center had a terminate infestation in the basement and a small spot in the attic. The center has been treated on May 8, 2026 and no termites have been seen since. A nest was not noticed by the terminator at the May 8, 2026 treatment.
- The Center Had a Terminate Infestation in the Basement and a Small Space in the Attic13A.16.05.11A
The center had a terminate infestation in the basement and a small space in the attic. The center has been treated and terminates have not been seen since. A nest was not discovered by the terminator.
Feb 19, 20252 Findings2 Important
- Emergency Cards Were Missing the Pediatrician's Address.13A.16.03.04C
- The Emergency Disaster Plan Did Not Have an Annual Update13A.16.10.01A(3)(d)
The emergency disaster plan did not have an annual update. Director to review the emergency plan and create an annual update log to submit to licensing.
Apr 29, 20244 Findings4 Important
- There Is a Free Standing Wood Tree House That Was Damaged When the Tree Fell. This Structure Is Still Standing.13A.16.03.06E(2)
- All of the Fallen Down Trees Have Been Removed However There Is a Damaged Treehouse That the Children Don't Use in The…13A.16.05.12D
All of the fallen down trees have been removed however there is a damaged treehouse that the children don't use in the back of the property that was hit by the falling tree.
- Director to Block Off the Wood Tree House and Submit Pictures Once It Has Been Removed13A.16.05.12E
- The Tree Has Been Removed Along with the Gazebo and Outdoor Seating That Was Damaged13A.16.07.06A
The tree has been removed along with the gazebo and outdoor seating that was damaged. There is a free standing wood tree house that was damaged that is still standing. Director states that the children do not use this tree house. The tree house is located in the back of the playground. Director to s
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