Pointers Run Extended Recreation Program
TROTTER ROAD, CLARKSVILLE, MD 21029Childery 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
- School-Age
- Licensed capacity
- 75
- 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 2023, the issues cited most often were Children's Records & Files (2), Staff-to-Child Ratios & Group Size (2), and Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (1). None of the 5 findings were critical.
See All 2 Inspection Visits
Dec 4, 20242 Findings2 Important
- LS Did Not Observe Evidence of a Child Having an Appointment and LS Did Not Observe Completed Medical Forms for the Child in Question.13A.16.03.02F(2)
- LS Did Not Observe Part 2 of the Medical Health Assessment for One Child in Care.13A.16.03.04D(3)
Dec 13, 20233 Findings3 Important
- When LS Arrived a Staff That Was Not on the Personnel List Was Present, However This Staff Was Known to OCC13A.16.03.06A(1)
When LS arrived a staff that was not on the Personnel List was present, however this staff was known to OCC. Requesting that the provider send an updated personnel list, listing all staff that work at this location.
- LS Observed 43 Children Alone in the Gym with One (1) Staff13A.16.08.01A(2)(b)
LS observed 43 children alone in the gym with one (1) staff. The other staff were on the premises however they were not supervising the children in the gym. One (1) staff was in the cafeteria setting up activities. One (1) staff was in the hallway hanging up materials and the Director was in the lad
- LS Observed 43 Children Alone in the Gym with One (1) Staff13A.16.08.03A
LS observed 43 children alone in the gym with one (1) staff. The other staff were on the premises however they were not supervising the children in the gym. One (1) staff was in the cafeteria setting up activities. One (1) staff was in the hallway hanging up materials and the Director was in the lad
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