Minakshiben Patel
CRAPE MYRTLE COURT, ELLICOTT CITY, MD 21042Childery 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
- 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 2023, the issues cited most often were Children's Records & Files (5), First Aid & Pediatric CPR (1), and Safe Sleep & SIDS Prevention (1). None of the 7 findings were critical.
See All 3 Inspection Visits
Dec 12, 20252 Findings2 Important
- There Is One Child Who Needs Their Emergency Card Updated.13A.15.03.04A(3)
- The First Aid Kit Needs Disposable Washcloths13A.15.10.01H(1)
Dec 9, 20242 Findings2 Important
- LS Did Not Observe Daily Authorized Pickup Information for One Child in Care13A.15.03.04A(1)
LS did not observe daily authorized pickup information for one child in care. LS did not observe physician information for one child in care.
- LS Observed an Infant Napping in a Pack and Play with a Blanket. Provider Immediately Removed Blanket During Inspection.13A.15.05.06F
Nov 14, 20233 Findings3 Important
- LS Observed 1 Child Missing Part 1 of the Health Inventory Filled Out by the Parent13A.15.03.02A
LS observed 1 child missing part 1 of the health inventory filled out by the parent. Provider will obtain a complete part 1 health inventory for the child and send evidence to OCC.
- LS Observed 3 Children Needing a Lead Screening/test13A.15.03.02B
LS observed 3 children needing a lead screening/test. Provider will obtain lead testing/screening information or an appointment to obtain a lead screening/test and send evidence to OCC.
- LS Observed One Child's Form Needing Daily Pickup Information Filled Out. Provider Will Have Parent Correct and Send Evidence to OCC.13A.15.03.04A(1)
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