The Learning House
HEATHER LANE, HUNTINGTOWN, MD 20639Childery 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
- 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 2 inspections since 2025, the issues cited most often were Children's Records & Files (6), Parent Communication & Policies (2), and Medication Administration (2). Of 14 total findings, 2 were critical.
See All 2 Inspection Visits
Feb 6, 20262 Findings2 Important
- There Are Several Emergency Forms That Need to Be Updated13A.18.03.04C
There are several emergency forms that need to be updated. Please have parents update and add to children's files. Please send copies to LS.
- The Staffing Pattern Was Not Posted During the Inspection Today13A.18.03.05B
The staffing pattern was not posted during the inspection today. Provider should post the most current staffing pattern in the child care area. Please send a photo of the posted staffing pattern.
Jan 30, 202512 Findings2 Critical10 Important
- LS Observed an Epi-Pen That Expired in October 202413A.18.11.04E(1)(c)
LS observed an Epi-Pen that expired in October 2024. Provider should return this Epi Pen to parent and obtain a new one, if needed. Please send correction to LS.
- LS Observed a Bottle of Amoxicillin in the Kitchen Refrigerator That Was on a Shelf That Could Be Accessible to Children13A.18.11.04E(2)
LS observed a bottle of amoxicillin in the kitchen refrigerator that was on a shelf that could be accessible to children. Provider should remove this medication from the child care refrigerator or put it in a locked medication box if it is to remain in the refrigerator. Please send correction to L
- LS Did Not Observe Signed Contracts in 5 Children's Files. Please Obtain From Parents and Add to Files. Send Copies to LS.13A.18.03.03C
- Consumer Education Pamphlet Information Is Missing From 1 File. Please Obtain From Parent and Add to File. Send Copy to LS.13A.18.03.03D
- There Are Two Children Who Need Their Emergency Forms Updated13A.18.03.04C
There are two children who need their emergency forms updated. Please have parents update the forms and send copies to Licensing Specialist.
- 1 Child Is Missing Part 1 of the Health Inventory Form and 1 Child's Part 1 Is Not Current13A.18.03.04D(1)
1 child is missing Part 1 of the health inventory form and 1 child's Part 1 is not current, as the child left care and then came back. Please obtain from parents and add to files. Send copies to LS.
- 1 Child Is Missing Part 2 of the Health Inventory and 1 Child's Part 1 Is Not Current13A.18.03.04D(3)
1 child is missing Part 2 of the health inventory and 1 child's Part 1 is not current, as the child left care and then came back. Please obtain from parents and add to files. Send copies to LS.
- 1 Child Is Missing Blood Lead Test Results. Please Obtain From Parent and Add to File. Send Copies to LS.13A.18.03.04E
- The Trash Can Used for Diapers Does Not Have a Tightly Fitting Lid and Also Contains Items Other Than Diapers13A.18.05.11C(2)
The trash can used for diapers does not have a tightly fitting lid and also contains items other than diapers. The diaper trash container is reserved only for diaper discards and must have a tightly fitting lid. Please send correction to Licensing Specialist.
- Director Completed the 2024 Basic Health and Safety Training and Provided LS with a Copy13A.18.06.05G
Director completed the 2024 Basic health and safety training and provided LS with a copy, but cannot locate the 2023 BHS update certificate. Provider stated she believes she completed it. If certificate is found, please send LS a copy. If certificate is not found, please complete the update and s
- Provider's Schedule Was Not Posted During Inspection Today13A.18.09.01A
Provider's schedule was not posted during inspection today. Provider stated she was in the process of updating the daily schedule and hadn't put it back up. Please post the daily schedule and send a photo of the posted schedule to LS.
- LS Did Not Observe a Written Screen Time Policy in Children's Files During Inspection13A.18.09.01C(6)
LS did not observe a written screen time policy in children's files during inspection. Please send documentation that parents have given the provider's written screen time policy to LS.
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