Nicole Knott
SHADOW RIDGE COURT, HUGHESVILLE, MD 20637Childery 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
- 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 (4), Parent Communication & Policies (1), and Emergency Preparedness & Drills (1). None of the 6 findings were critical.
See All 3 Inspection Visits
Sep 16, 20253 Findings3 Important
- At the Time of the Full Inspection There Was One Child's Parent That Did Not Have Documentation of Being Given Or…13A.15.03.03E
At the time of the full inspection there was one child's parent that did not have documentation of being given or advised how to obtain the consumer pamphlet. For correction, give the parent the information and send the documentation to the licensing specialist.
- At the Time of the Full Inspection One Child Was Missing Documentation That the Parent Signed a Transportation Policy13A.15.03.04B(2)
At the time of the full inspection one child was missing documentation that the parent signed a transportation policy. For correction, please have the parent fill out the form and send a copy to the licensing specialist.
- At the Time of the Inspection There Were Three Children Missing Documentation of Having the First Lead Blood Test13A.15.03.04C
At the time of the inspection there were three children missing documentation of having the first lead blood test. For correction please submit the document of the lead blood test for each child.
Jul 24, 20241 Finding1 Important
- During a Review of the Children's Emergency Forms There Were Four Children That Needed an Update13A.15.03.04A(3)
During a review of the children's emergency forms there were four children that needed an update. Please see additional comments sheet for more information. For correction please submit a copy of the updated emergency forms.
Sep 20, 20232 Findings2 Important
- During the Inspection It Is Noted That AB Is Missing Documentation of Lead Blood Test13A.15.03.04C
During the inspection it is noted that AB is missing documentation of lead blood test, and WH is missing documentation of having the Heb B vaccine. For correction please submit a copy of these documents.
- Provider's Emergency and Disaster Plan Was Not Updated Prior to the Inspection13A.15.10.01A(1)
Provider's emergency and disaster plan was not updated prior to the inspection. Provider did update the emergency plan during the inspection.
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