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BAYARD ROAD, LOTHIAN, MD 20711Childery 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
- 51
- 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 2025, the issues cited most often were Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (5), Building & Premises Safety (2), and Food Safety & Allergic Reactions (2). None of the 14 findings were critical.
See All 3 Inspection Visits
Nov 24, 20257 Findings7 Important
- Licensing Specialist Observed Paint in Disrepair in Room 3A Near the Cubbies and by the Dress Up Area.13A.16.05.01A(1)
- Licensing Specialist Did Not Observe 12 Hours of Continued Training Completed by the Director for Their Last Full Year…13A.16.06.05C(1)
Licensing Specialist did not observe 12 hours of continued training completed by the Director for their last full year of employment based on their hire date on the Personnel List.
- Licensing Specialist Did Not Observe 12 Hours of Continued Training Completed by Two Teachers for Their Last Full Year…13A.16.06.09C
Licensing Specialist did not observe 12 hours of continued training completed by two Teachers for their last full year of employment based on their hire dates on the Personnel List.
- Licensing Specialist Did Not Observe Six Hours of Continued Training Completed for One Aide for Their Last Full Year of Employment.13A.16.06.12B(1)
- Licensing Specialist Did Not Observe the 3 Hour Basic Health and Safety Training nor the 2024 Health and Safety…13A.16.06.12B(3)
Licensing Specialist did not observe the 3 hour Basic Health and Safety training nor the 2024 health and safety training completed by one Aide.
- Licensing Specialist Did Not Observe Infant Bottles Dated in Room 3B During the Inspection13A.16.12.06E(1)
Licensing Specialist did not observe infant bottles dated in Room 3B during the inspection. Corrected during inspection. The Teacher dated the bottles during the inspection.
- Licensing Specialist Did Not Observe Infant Bottles Dated in Room 3B, and No Thermometer in the Refrigerator13A.16.12.06E(1)
Licensing Specialist did not observe infant bottles dated in Room 3B, and no thermometer in the refrigerator. Corrected during inspection. A thermometer was placed in the refrigerator during the inspection and the Teacher dated bottles.
Nov 19, 20255 Findings5 Important
- Licensing Specialist Did Not Observe Evidence of Lead Testing for a Three Year Old Child That Was Enrolled in The…13A.16.03.02E
Licensing Specialist did not observe evidence of lead testing for a three year old child that was enrolled in the program since 2023. This child is no longer enrolled as of November 17, 2025. Director demonstrated evidence of a request for the lead testing from the parent via email on September 25,
- Licensing Specialist Did Not Observe Evidence of Lead Testing for a Three Year Old Child That Was Enrolled in The…13A.16.03.04E
Licensing Specialist did not observe evidence of lead testing for a three year old child that was enrolled in the program since 2023. This child is no longer enrolled as of November 17, 2025. Director demonstrated evidence of a request for the lead testing from the parent via email on September 25,
- Upon Arrival of Inspection, Two Aides Were Supervising Toddlers in Room 3B Infants/Toddlers13A.16.03.05B
Upon arrival of inspection, two Aides were supervising toddlers in Room 3B Infants/Toddlers. LS observed the Teacher assigned to this room on the Staffing Pattern leave for a medical appointment during the inspection.
- Upon Arrival of Inspection, Two Aides Were Supervising Toddlers in Room 3B Infants/Toddlers13A.16.08.01A(2)(b)
Upon arrival of inspection, two Aides were supervising toddlers in Room 3B Infants/Toddlers. LS observed the Teacher assigned to this room leaving for a medical appointment during the inspection.
- Upon Arrival of Inspection, Two Aides Were Supervising Toddlers in Room 3B Infants/Toddlers13A.16.08.02B
Upon arrival of inspection, two Aides were supervising toddlers in Room 3B Infants/Toddlers. LS observed the Teacher assigned to this room leaving for a medical appointment during the inspection.
Sep 2, 20252 Findings2 Important
- Licensing Specialist Did Not Observe Update Staffing Patterns for All Rooms Yet13A.16.03.05B
Licensing Specialist did not observe update Staffing Patterns for all rooms yet. The Facility has updated two Staffing Patterns so far. Facility Director stated they would be completed tonight.
- Licensing Specialist Observed Cups, Bibs, and Tops on a Dish Drying Rack in Room 4's Bathroom.13A.16.05.11A
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