Ms. Bev's Place
CEDARWOOD LANE, DUNKIRK, MD 20754Childery 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
- Child Care Center
- Age groups served
- Infants, Toddlers, Preschool, School-Age
- Licensed capacity
- 94
- 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 2023, the issues cited most often were Children's Records & Files (4), Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (4), and Medication Administration (2). Of 14 total findings, 1 was critical.
See All 3 Inspection Visits
Sep 23, 20258 Findings1 Critical7 Important
- LS Observed Three Medications That Have Expired Prescriptions - 1 EpiPen and 2 Albuterol Inhalers13A.16.11.04E(1)(c)
LS observed three medications that have expired prescriptions - 1 EpiPen and 2 Albuterol inhalers. Please return these medications to parents or guardians and obtain updated prescriptions.
- LS Reviewed 35 Children's Records Today During the Inspection13A.16.03.04E
LS reviewed 35 children's records today during the inspection. There was one child whose lead form was completed by a parent and there were no lab test results attached. Please obtain lab test results from the parent or the lead form completed by the child's health care provider. Please send a co
- LS Reviewed 35 Children's Records Today During the Inspection13A.16.03.04G
LS reviewed 35 children's records today during the inspection. There were 2 children who need updated immunization records added to their files. Please obtain from parents. Please send copies to LS.
- There Is One Aide Who Is Missing the Staff Orientation in Their File13A.16.06.02
There is one aide who is missing the staff orientation in their file. Please conduct staff orientation with this aide and send a copy of the orientation sheet to LS.
- One Aide Did Not Have a Medical Evaluation Form in Their Filed During the Inspection Today13A.16.06.04A(1)
One aide did not have a medical evaluation form in their filed during the inspection today. Please obtain from the aide and add to their file. Please send a copy to LS.
- The Director Did Not Complete the Required 12 Hours of Continued Training During the Required Training Cycle Time For…13A.16.06.05C(1)
The Director did not complete the required 12 hours of continued training during the required training cycle time for last year. The training was completed, but it was completed late. This is corrected. Director should complete this year's training no later than 9-30-25. Director needs 8.5 hours
- There Is a Storage Drawer Chest in the 3's Room That Had Exposed Screws Showing During the Inspection Today13A.16.10.03A
There is a storage drawer chest in the 3's room that had exposed screws showing during the inspection today. Five of six drawer knobs were missing, causing the screws that usually hold the knobs to be exposed. The screws were sharp and could cause an injury. The Assistant Director removed the scr
- LS Observed Three Medication Forms That Were Completed by a Health Care Provider, but the Forms Have 'Expired'13A.16.11.04A(1)(b)
LS observed three medication forms that were completed by a health care provider, but the forms have 'expired'. Medication administration forms are only good for 1 year. Please obtain updated medication administration forms for the children who have medication at the center. Please send copies to
Aug 28, 20244 Findings4 Important
- One Aide Did Not Complete the Basic Health and Safety Training Within 90 Days of Employment13A.16.06.12A(3)
One Aide did not complete the Basic Health and Safety training within 90 days of employment. This Aide is registered for the September BHS cohort. Once Aide has completed the training, please send a copy of the training certificate to Licensing Specialist.
- There Are Three Cribs in the Toddler Room13A.16.09.04A(4)(a)
There are three cribs in the toddler room. The sheets in these cribs are not tightly fitting. Please provide or have parents provide crib sheets that fit the child care center crib mattress more tightly. Please send correction to LS.
- Licensing Specialist Observed Several Wall Paint Cans Stored in the School Age Room Near the Refrigerator Area13A.16.10.04A
Licensing Specialist observed several wall paint cans stored in the school age room near the refrigerator area. LS also observed a sharp knife, 2 vegetable peelers and a pruner in a drawer in the school age room. Even though this is a school age room, potentially hazardous items are still required
- During the Inspection Today13A.16.12.05C(2)
During the inspection today, Licensing Specialist observed the refrigerators in the toddler, 2's and 3's rooms to be operating at higher than 40 degrees F. Licensing Specialist adjusted the temperature of the refrigerator and checked them again later in the inspection and the temperatures were stil
Sep 26, 20232 Findings2 Important
- Licensing Specialist Reviewed 93 Emergency Forms Today13A.16.03.04C
Licensing Specialist reviewed 93 emergency forms today. The following emergency forms need the following information: SG-dr info; QK and WK-update; NP-authorized daily pick up person; ER-update; RS-dr info. Please obtain this information from parents and add to files. Send copies to Licensing Spe
- Licensing Specialist Reviewed a Random Sample of 21 Records Today, Which Included All Infant and Toddler Records13A.16.03.04E
Licensing Specialist reviewed a random sample of 21 records today, which included all infant and toddler records. The following children who meet the birthdate requirement for lead blood testing did not have test results on file today: JF, WK, GT. Please obtain test results or note from health car
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