Sonia Rojas
BEECHKNOLL LN, POTOMAC, MD 20854Childery Rating: 5/5
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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.5 / 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.5 / 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 5 out of 5 stars overall. Process quality reflects a Maryland EXCELS rating of Level 5 (out of 5) and NAFCC accreditation. 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 5 (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)Accredited
Facility Info
- Facility type
- Group Child Care Home
- Age groups served
- Toddlers, Preschool, School-Age
- Licensed capacity
- 12
- 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 5 inspections since 2023, the issues cited most often were Children's Records & Files (3), Safe Sleep & SIDS Prevention (3), and Staff-to-Child Ratios & Group Size (2). None of the 11 findings were critical.
See All 5 Inspection Visits
Apr 14, 20263 Findings3 Important
- Licensing Specialist Observed Four Emergency Forms That Were Missing Information on the Second Page13A.18.03.04C
Licensing Specialist observed four emergency forms that were missing information on the second page. Provider is asked to correct this and submit photographic evidence via email.
- At the Time of the Inspection Licensing Specialist Observed the Infant Nap Room with Doors Closed, with 4 Children And…13A.18.08.08A(2)
At the time of the inspection Licensing Specialist observed the infant nap room with doors closed, with 4 children and no staff members inside. There was one infant in a pack and play outside of the nap room. Provider is reminded that staff are to remain with in the room with sleeping children, and
- At the Time of the Inspection Licensing Specialist Observed a Nap Room for Older Children with Five Children Asleep On…13A.18.08.08B(2)(a)
At the time of the inspection Licensing Specialist observed a nap room for older children with five children asleep on cots, no staff and the door closed. Provider is reminded that one staff member must stay in the nap room with the children at all times if the door is to be closed.
Apr 29, 20252 Findings2 Important
- Licensing Specialist Observed a Two Year Old in a Pack and Play with a Blanket13A.18.09.04A(4)(b)
Licensing Specialist observed a two year old in a pack and play with a blanket. Provider is reminded a child who is over two must sleep on a cot, and a child in a pack and play cannot have a blanket. Child was moved to a cot at the time of the inspection.
- Licensing Specialist Observed a First Aid Kit That Was Missing Safety Pins13A.18.10.02E
Licensing Specialist observed a first aid kit that was missing safety pins. Provider is asked to submit photographic evidence of adding safety pins to the first aid kit for correction.
Mar 22, 20241 Finding1 Important
- Licensing Specialist Observed a Water Temperature of 125.6 Degree13A.18.05.07A
Licensing Specialist observed a water temperature of 125.6 degree. Provider is asked to have water temperature turned down and let Licensing Specialist know so that a follow up can be conducted.
Mar 8, 20243 Findings3 Important
- Provider and Aides Indicate That They Started Five Months Ago13A.18.03.06A
Provider and Aides indicate that they started five months ago, they were not reported to the Office of Child Care until January 2024. There are several staff listed on the associated party list that are no long affiliated with the child care.
- Only the Director Is Qualified as a Lead Staff Member13A.18.08.02B
Only the director is qualified as a lead staff member, Provider and Aides state that Aides are typically left alone with infants or older children as primary care givers. Facility is asked to submit documents to qualify other staff members to ensure children are under qualified care. It was mention
- Providers Stated That They Place the 7 Month Old Child to Sleep on Their Stomach and That the Child Cannot Roll Over On…13A.18.10.05A(1)
Providers stated that they place the 7 month old child to sleep on their stomach and that the child cannot roll over on their own. Licensing Specialists reminded providers that this is not safe sleep practices and recommend staff take a safe sleep course.
Jul 20, 20232 Findings2 Important
- LS Observed Three Children Without the Appropriate Lead Screening or Test.13A.18.03.02D
- LS Observed One Child Missing PART 2 of Health Assessment.13A.18.03.04D(3)
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