The Arc Montgomery - After All
WEXFORD DRIVE, KENSINGTON, MD 20895Childery 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
- 15
- 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 2024, the issues cited most often were Building & Premises Safety (4), Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (2), and Children's Records & Files (1). None of the 8 findings were critical.
See All 2 Inspection Visits
Jul 17, 20252 Findings2 Important
- LS Did Not Observe a Current Fire Permit Posted Within the Childcare.13A.16.02.03C(4)
- LS Observed at Least 4 Out of 9 Files That Were Missing Emergency Information Such as the Child's Physician or Health…13A.16.03.04C
LS observed at least 4 out of 9 files that were missing emergency information such as the child's physician or health care provider information.
Jun 24, 20246 Findings6 Important
- LS Reminded Facility That the Operator Shall Maintain and Upon Request by the Office Submit a Current and Complete List…13A.16.03.05A
LS reminded facility that the operator shall maintain and upon request by the office submit a current and complete list of personnel, on a form supplied or approved by the office, that includes each individual, whether paid or unpaid, who works at the center on a routine basis. LS did not receive a
- LS Reminded Facility That the Operator Shall for Review by the Office and by Parents Who Have Enrolled Their Children…13A.16.03.05B
LS reminded facility that the operator shall for review by the office and by parents who have enrolled their children or are considering enrolling their children, post in a conspicuous location a current and complete staffing pattern, on a form supplied or approved by the office, that specifies: the
- LS Reminded Facility That the Operator Shall Provide a Building for a Center That Is Maintained in Good Repair13A.16.05.01A(1)
LS reminded facility that the operator shall provide a building for a center that is maintained in good repair. LS observed in both bathrooms a pipe that is exposed leading to the connection of the toilets.
- LS Reminded Facility That the Activity Area Shall Be Free From Potential Hazards to Child Health or Safety13A.16.05.12D
LS reminded facility that the activity area shall be free from potential hazards to child health or safety. LS observed the wooden foundation of the handicap ramp lifting in areas, where it will need to be repaired. LS also observed railings leading to the main door, needing to be repainted, being t
- LS Reminded Facility That the Outdoor Activity Equipment Shall Be Safe, in Good Repair, Clean and Non Toxic13A.16.05.12E
LS reminded facility that the outdoor activity equipment shall be safe, in good repair, clean and non toxic. LS observed the playground area equipment, that has chipping of paint.
- LS Reminded Facility That the Operator Shall Assign Qualified Child Care Teaches to Each Group of Children as Needed To…13A.16.08.02B
LS reminded facility that the operator shall assign qualified child care teaches to each group of children as needed to meet the requirements for group size and staffing set forth at Regulation .03 of this chapter. LS was not able to observe qualified staff being present. When LS arrived, an aide an
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