Tammy Edelen
BRIGHTWELL COURT, WALDORF, MD 20602Childery 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
- 6
- 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 Building & Premises Safety (3), Infectious Disease Prevention & Control (1), and Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (1). Of 7 total findings, 2 were critical.
See All 2 Inspection Visits
Aug 25, 20256 Findings2 Critical4 Important
- Located in the Upstairs Bathroom Were Hazardous Items Located in the Cabinet13A.15.05.04B(3)
Located in the upstairs bathroom were hazardous items located in the cabinet. The safety latch was not secured/latched at the time of the inspection. Ensure that the safety latch on this cabinet is in the secured lock position at all times while children are in care.
- Ensure the Shed Is Kept Locked at All Times to Secure Potentially Hazardous Items13A.15.05.05A
Ensure the shed is kept locked at all times to secure potentially hazardous items. Keep the lawn and yard maintained. Please dispose of the plastic bag of toys that are no longer in good condition that is leaning against the back fence.
- The Provider Indicated That After Diapering, She Has Been Washing the Children's Hands in the Kitchen Sink13A.15.05.03D(2)
The provider indicated that after diapering, she has been washing the children's hands in the kitchen sink. Please ensure that the children's hands are being washed in the upstairs bathroom to ensure there is not any spread of germs, fecal matter etc. contaminating the kitchen sink.
- The Upstairs Bedroom Door Was Left Open, Which Would Allow Children to Have Access to This Room13A.15.05.04B(2)
The upstairs bedroom door was left open, which would allow children to have access to this room. This bedroom is not approved child care space and it may contain potentially hazardous items, therefore, this bedroom door must remain shut with the safety door knob cover or locked while children are i
- The Continued Training That Was Due by 9/30/2024 Was Submitted Late13A.15.06.02B(3)
The continued training that was due by 9/30/2024 was submitted late. This continued training was not completed until 10/22/2024. Please ensure that continued training is completed within the correct time frame. This is a reminder that the provider needs to submit at least 10.75 hours of continued
- Located on the Kitchen Floor Were Two Jugs of Hazardous Chemicals That Were in Reach of the Children13A.15.10.02
Located on the kitchen floor were two jugs of hazardous chemicals that were in reach of the children. These jugs contained antifreeze and the other jug was filled with coolant, which is used for vehicles. The provider was asked to immediately move these items to a secured area out of reach of child
Aug 28, 20241 Finding1 Important
- There Were Children's Files That Were Missing Either Vaccine Records, the Lead Screen or the Health Inventory Part II13A.15.03.04C
There were children's files that were missing either vaccine records, the lead screen or the Health Inventory Part II. A hand-written list of the children's needed documents was given to the provider. Please submit copies of these documents as soon as possible.
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