Luisa Beadling
PICKERING DR, 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
- Family Child Care Home
- Age groups served
- Toddlers, Preschool, School-Age
- Licensed capacity
- Not Available
- 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 Emergency Preparedness & Drills (4), Children's Records & Files (4), and Parent Communication & Policies (3). None of the 14 findings were critical.
See All 3 Inspection Visits
Feb 11, 20266 Findings6 Important
- LS Observed the Parent Contract and Did Not Observe a Section Indicating the Presence of Her Pet Dog in the Home.13A.15.03.03A
- LS Observed the Fire and Emergency Drill Logs for 2022-2024, but Did Not Observe the Records for 2025-2026 During the Inspection.13A.15.03.03F
- LS Observed 1 Instance of an Emergency Form Which Needs the Address for Two of the Child's Emergency Contacts13A.15.03.04C
LS observed 1 instance of an emergency form which needs the address for two of the child's emergency contacts. LS also observed 1 instance of a child in need of a second lead test result.
- LS Did Not Observe a Written Screen Time Policy During the Inspection.13A.15.09.01B(6)
- LS Did Not Observe the Full Emergency and Disaster Plan During the Inspection, but Provider Does Have an Evacuation Route Posted.13A.15.10.01A(1)
- LS Observed That the Flashlight in the First Aid Kit Was Not Functional13A.15.10.01H(1)
LS observed that the flashlight in the first aid kit was not functional. LS also observed the first aid kit was missing a paper or plastic bag for trash and a whistle.
Mar 11, 20251 Finding1 Important
- Licensing Specialist Observed 1 Instance of an Emergency Form in Need of an Annual Update From the Parent13A.15.03.04A(3)
Licensing specialist observed 1 instance of an emergency form in need of an annual update from the parent. LS also observed 2 emergency forms that were missing the physician information. Provider is asked to follow up with the parents about this.
Mar 18, 20247 Findings7 Important
- Licensing Specialist Observed Written Records of Attendance for 2024 and 2023, but Not 2022. Provider Is Asked to Submit These to the OCC.13A.15.03.03B
- Licensing Specialist Did Not Observe a Copy of the Consumer Pamphlet Posted in the Home During the Inspection13A.15.03.03E
Licensing specialist did not observe a copy of the consumer pamphlet posted in the home during the inspection. Provider is asked to print and post a copy near the entrance of her home.
- Licensing Specialist Observed Fire and Disaster Drill Records for 2022 and 2023, but Not 2024. Provider Is Asked to Submit These to the OCC.13A.15.03.03F
- Licensing Specialist Observed 1 Instance of an Emergency Form That Was Missing the Parent's Contact Information13A.15.03.04A(1)
Licensing specialist observed 1 instance of an emergency form that was missing the parent's contact information. LS also observed 2 instances of forms that need the children's schedules to be filled in. Provider is asked to follow-up with the parents about this.
- Licensing Specialist Observed 5 Instances of Various Combinations of Blank Health Inventory Part I and II Forms, As…13A.15.03.04C
Licensing specialist observed 5 instances of various combinations of blank Health Inventory Part I and II forms, as well as incomplete lead test forms. Provider is asked to follow-up with the parents about this.
- Licensing Specialist Did Not Observe the Emergency and Disaster Plan During the Inspection13A.15.10.01A(1)
Licensing specialist did not observe the emergency and disaster plan during the inspection. Provider is asked to submit a copy to the OCC complete with an annual update.
- Licensing Specialist Observed That the First Aid Kit Is Missing an Ice Bag or Chemical Ice Pack13A.15.10.01H(1)
Licensing specialist observed that the first aid kit is missing an ice bag or chemical ice pack. Provider is asked to acquire one and add it to the first aid kit.
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