Nikki Wigger
WEMPE DRIVE, CUMBERLAND, MD 21502Childery 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 2 inspections since 2024, the issues cited most often were Children's Records & Files (3), Licensing & Administrative Compliance (2), and Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (1). None of the 7 findings were critical.
See All 2 Inspection Visits
May 8, 20265 Findings5 Important
- One Child Will Need the Emergency Form Completed. The Provider Should Submit Verification of the Completed Emergency From to OCC.13A.15.03.04A(1)
- Three Children's Emergency Forms Will Need the Annual Update13A.15.03.04A(3)
Three children's emergency forms will need the annual update. The provider should submit verification of the completed emergency forms to OCC.
- OCC Did Not Receive the Notarized Release of Information Form Within Five Working Days of a Resident Turning 18 Years…13A.15.03.05D(1)
OCC did not receive the notarized release of information form within five working days of a resident turning 18 years old. The provider is reminded that residents turning 18 years old or new residents need a notarized release of information form completed within 5 working days.
- OCC Did Not Receive Federal and MD State Background Clearances Within 5 Working Days of a Resident Turning 18 Years Old13A.15.03.05D(2)
OCC did not receive federal and MD state background clearances within 5 working days of a resident turning 18 years old. The provider is reminded that residents turning 18 years old or new residents need completed federal and MD state background clearances within 5 working days.
- The Provider Will Need Complete the 2025 Basic Health and Safety Annual Update Training13A.15.06.02B(1)
The provider will need complete the 2025 Basic Health and Safety Annual Update training. The provider should submit verification of the completed training to OCC.
Jun 20, 20242 Findings2 Important
- Immunizations Needed for 2 Children13A.15.03.02A
- Fragrance Free Liquid Soap Is Needed for the First Aide Kit13A.15.10.01H(1)
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