Magic Minds at Wildwood ES/MS
Data last updated · May 2026
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
- School-Age
- Licensed capacity
- 15
- 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 2 inspections since 2024, the issues cited most often were Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (5), Children's Records & Files (2), and Licensing & Administrative Compliance (2). Of 13 total findings, 1 was critical.
See All 2 Inspection Visits
May 15, 202411 Findings1 Critical10 Important
- Licensing Specialist Was Not Able to Observe OCC 1204 Medical Reports nor Copies of Criminal Background Check Results for a Couple Staff.13A.16.03.05C
- Licensing Specialist Did Not Observe One Individual Who Is Authorized to Pick Up the Child in an Emergency on Emergency Forms.13A.16.03.04C
- Licensing Specialist Did Not Observe Appropriate Evidence of Blood Lead Testing for One Child13A.16.03.04E
Licensing Specialist did not observe appropriate evidence of blood lead testing for one child. Please ensure that the page of the lead form listing the affected zip codes is reviewed, so that the Facility can accurately determine whether blood lead testing is needed for each enrolled child.
- Licensing Specialist Was Told During the Inspection That an Aide Is No Longer Employed at This Facility.13A.16.03.06A(2)
- Licensing Specialist Observed Staff with OCC 1204 Medical Reports Over 5 Years Old.13A.16.06.04A(4)
- Licensing Specialist Has Not Received the Directors 3 Hour Basic Health and Safety Training13A.16.06.05B(5)
Licensing Specialist has not received the Directors 3 hour Basic Health and Safety training. The Facility stated that she is enrolled in the training.
- Licensing Specialist Did Not Receive the Assistant School Age Teacher's 3 Hour Basic Health and Safety Training13A.16.06.11A(4)
Licensing Specialist did not receive the Assistant School Age Teacher's 3 hour Basic Health and Safety training. The Facility stated that she is enrolled in the training.
- Licensing Specialist Observed Children's Backpacks on the Floor of the Gymnasium.13A.16.09.06D
- Licensing Specialist Did Not Observe an Approved Emergency and Disaster Plan During the Inspection.13A.16.10.01A(1)
- Licensing Specialist Was Not Able to Observe Liquid Fragrance Free Soap, Two Gauze Rolls, nor a Large Gauze Pad.13A.16.10.02E
- Licensing Specialist Did Not Observe Handwashing Signs in the Boys nor Girls Restrooms.13A.16.11.03A
Mar 11, 20242 Findings2 Important
- Licensing Specialist Did Not Observe the License Posted in the Approved Child Care Space in the Gymnasium.13A.16.02.01E
- Licensing Specialist Did Not Observe the Staffing Patterns Posted in the Approved Child Care Space in the Gymnasium13A.16.03.05B
Licensing Specialist did not observe the Staffing Patterns posted in the approved child care space in the gymnasium. The Director's schedule also needs to be revised because the Director arrives around 2:00pm rather than 4:00pm.