Thurmont Child Care Inc.
TIPPIN DRIVE, THURMONT, MD 21788Childery Rating: 4/5
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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.4 / 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.4 / 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 4 out of 5 stars overall. Process quality reflects a Maryland EXCELS rating of Level 4 (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 4 (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
- Recognized by Maryland Accreditation.
Facility Info
- Facility type
- Child Care Center
- Age groups served
- Infants, Toddlers, Preschool, School-Age
- Licensed capacity
- 70
- 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 2024, the issues cited most often were Staff-to-Child Ratios & Group Size (3), Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (2), and Building & Premises Safety (1). None of the 7 findings were critical.
See All 3 Inspection Visits
Aug 4, 20251 Finding1 Important
- At the Time of Inspection13A.16.06.13B
At the time of inspection, LS was approaching one of the infant classrooms, when the lead teacher walked behind LS and reentered the room. Only an aide had been present alone in the room with three infants during nap time. LS was shown a substitute log and lead teacher explained that the aide was
Mar 18, 20251 Finding1 Important
- At the Time of Inspection, LS Measured the Water Temperature at Over 120 Degrees Fahrenheit13A.16.05.07A
At the time of inspection, LS measured the water temperature at over 120 degrees Fahrenheit. Director stated this was due to a new water heater. Facility should adjust the water temperature and submit a statement of correction to LS.
Aug 8, 20245 Findings5 Important
- At the Time of Inspection, Facility Did Not Have a Substitute Log for August 7, 202413A.16.03.05E
At the time of inspection, facility did not have a substitute log for August 7, 2024. Facility stated that Morgan Kock was substituting for Chelsea Gelwicks, while she was attending the inspection at Thurmont Primary School. Facility is to submit a statement of understanding regarding the maintena
- The Facility Did Not Contact Child Protective Services When It Was Realized That the Child Had Eloped13A.16.07.02A(2)
The facility did not contact Child Protective Services when it was realized that the child had eloped. The facility first notified OCC, and the LS reached out to the local protective services unit. LS had informed the operator when notified that CPS should also be called in this situation. LS ask
- The Facility Failed to Ensure the Safety and Security of Each Child in the Group13A.16.07.06A
The facility failed to ensure the safety and security of each child in the group, as a child was able to elope and go unnoticed for several minutes. LS asked the facility for a corrective action plan for how this situation can be prevented in the future, and to ensure the safety and security of eac
- The Facility Failed to Ensure That the Child Received Adequate Supervision and Care13A.16.08.01A(2)(b)
The facility failed to ensure that the child received adequate supervision and care, as the child was able to elope and go unnoticed for several minutes. LS asked the facility for a corrective action plan for how this situation can be prevented in the future, and for how appropriate supervision and
- The Facility Failed to Ensure That Each Staff Member Providing Care to a Child Was Prepared to Provide Appropriate…13A.16.08.01B(2)
The facility failed to ensure that each staff member providing care to a child was prepared to provide appropriate individualized care, as a child was able to elope and go unnoticed for several minutes. LS asked the facility for a corrective action plan for how this situation can be prevented in th
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