Loving Arms Child Care Center
YARDLEY DRIVE SUITE B, PRINCE FREDERICK, MD 20678Childery 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). 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)Not Accredited
Facility Info
- Facility type
- Child Care Center
- Age groups served
- Infants, Toddlers, Preschool, School-Age
- Licensed capacity
- 40
- 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 1 inspection since 2026, the issues cited most often were Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (9), Building & Premises Safety (2), and Licensing & Administrative Compliance (1). None of the 14 findings were critical.
See the Inspection Visit
Apr 22, 202614 Findings14 Important
- During a Review of Staff Files13A.16.02.03C(2)
During a review of staff files, it was found that one staff member's notarized release of information was missing from her file. Another staff member has not had a notarized release since 03/2023 and another staff member has not had one since 05/2023. These must be completed every two years. Pleas
- During the Inspection, All of the Classrooms Were Observed to Have Inaccurate Staffing Patterns Posted13A.16.03.05B
During the inspection, all of the classrooms were observed to have inaccurate staffing patterns posted. Please update the staffing patterns, as appropriate and post them in the corresponding classrooms, Provide a copy of the updated and accurate staffing patterns to OCC. For the correction of thi
- When Reviewing the Associated Parties List13A.16.03.06A(2)
When reviewing the associated parties list, it was discovered that four employees were still on the list, but are no longer associated with the Center. While on-site, the Center Director provided a 1203 to delete them. Therefore, this non-compliance was corrected on-site.
- While in the Three to Five Year Old Classroom13A.16.05.01A(3)
While in the three to five year old classroom, especially in the bathroom, there were an excessive amount of flying insects. One of teachers report that they are not fruit flies as they have tried to trap and kill them with vinegar, but to no avail. Please have an exterminator come out to assess th
- During the Inspection, No Soap Was Available in the 3-5 Year Old Classroom13A.16.05.08I
During the inspection, no soap was available in the 3-5 year old classroom. There is an automatic soap dispenser, but it is reported to need a new battery. The paper towel dispenser was also not in proper working order and reportedly needs a new battery. However, staff had a roll of paper towels
- During a Review of Staff Files, No Medical Was Found for a Teacher Who Was Hired in March of 202513A.16.06.04A(1)
During a review of staff files, no medical was found for a teacher who was hired in March of 2025. Please find her original medical from when she started at the Center, a medical performed within 24 months from a previous Center or have her get a current medical completed on the OCC form. Please f
- During a Review of Staff Files, It Was Found That a Substitute Has Not Had a Medical Completed Since 10/24/201913A.16.06.04A(4)
During a review of staff files, it was found that a substitute has not had a medical completed since 10/24/2019. Any staff member must have a medical completed at least every 5 years. Please have her get a medical completed and signed by a medical professional on the current OCC medical form as so
- The Director Only Completed 3.5 Training Hours Out of the Required 12 Hours of Training for Her 06/2024 to 06/2025…13A.16.06.05C(1)
The Director only completed 3.5 training hours out of the required 12 hours of training for her 06/2024 to 06/2025 training year. Please complete the remaining 8.5 hours that are required for the 2024-2025 training year as soon as possible and submit the completed training certificates to OCC for t
- During the Inspection13A.16.06.05C(3)
During the inspection, the Director could not locate her completed training certificate for the 2025 Basic Health and Safety Update from MSDE nor could she provide the training certificates for three of her staff. Please locate these training certificates and send them to OCC or re-take the course
- During a Review of Staff Files13A.16.06.12A(3)
During a review of staff files, it was found that an Aide should have completed a basic health and safety course within 90 days of hire. She should have completed this course by March of 2026, but still has not done so. Please have her take a basic health and safety course as soon as possible and
- During a Review of Staff Records, It Was Found That Three Aides Have Not Completed Their 6 Hours of Yearly Training13A.16.06.12B(1)
During a review of staff records, it was found that three Aides have not completed their 6 hours of yearly training. One has only completed 2 hours and another has only completed three hours of training out of the required 6 hours. The other Aide did not complete her required 6 hours of training w
- Three Aides Have Not Completed MSDE's 2025 Basic Health and Safety Update Course That Was Due to Be Completed By…13A.16.06.12B(3)
Three Aides have not completed MSDE's 2025 Basic Health and Safety Update course that was due to be completed by 12/31/2025, unless they were hired between October and December of 2025. One of these Aides was, in fact, hired in 12/2025 so she had until 03/31/2026 to complete, but still hasn't done s
- During a Review of Staff Files13A.16.06.12C
During a review of staff files, it was found that another Aide has not completed a three hour aide orientation course that was due within 6 months of hire. She should have completed this course by September of 2025, but still has not done so. Please have her take a 3 hour aide orientation course a
- During the Inspection13A.16.09.02C
During the inspection, it was observed that one of the infant activity plans had no date on it that would indicate when the parent completed the form. Another infant activity plan has not been updated within the required three months. It was last dated 10/29/2025. Please have the parents review t
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