Twin Ridge Elementary Before and After School Enrichment
LEAFY HOLLOW CIRCLE, MOUNT AIRY, MD 21771Childery 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.3 / 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 2 (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 2 (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
- Preschool, School-Age
- Licensed capacity
- 40
- Teacher-child ratios & group sizesState Minimum Displayed
Age Max ratio Max group Preschool 1:10 20
Teacher Credentials
- Lead teacher credentialState Minimum Displayed
- High School Diploma
Inspection History
Across 1 inspection since 2025, the issues cited most often were Children's Records & Files (5), Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (3), and Staff-to-Child Ratios & Group Size (3). None of the 14 findings were critical.
See the Inspection Visit
Aug 28, 202514 Findings14 Important
- At the Time of This Inspection the LS Did Not Observe Evidence of This Being Posted Where the Parents Could Observe.13A.16.03.02C(1)
- At the Time of This Inspection the Facility Does Not Have Records of Emergency Disaster Drills Being Conducted in in 2024 or So Far in 2025.13A.16.03.03B(4)
- At the Time of This Inspection13A.16.03.04C
At the time of this inspection, of the files reviewed by the LS there were 4 children missing emergency cards, there were an additional 5 that were missing their 2025 annual update on their cards.
- At the Time of This Inspection13A.16.03.04D(1-2)
At the time of this inspection, of the files reviewed by the LS there was 1 child missing their completed parent portion of the health assessment.
- At the Time of This Inspection13A.16.03.04D(3)
At the time of this inspection, of the files reviewed by the LS there was 1 child missing their completed doctor portion of the health assessment.
- At the Time of This Inspection13A.16.03.04E
At the time of this inspection, of the files reviewed by the LS there were 3 children missing their completed lead assessment of the health assessment.
- At the Time of This Inspection13A.16.03.04G
At the time of this inspection, of the files reviewed by the LS there were 2 children missing their completed immunization portion of the health assessment.
- At the Time of This Inspection the Facility Has a Staff Member Present in a Sub Capacity That Has Not Been Submitted To…13A.16.03.05D(1)
At the time of this inspection the facility has a staff member present in a sub capacity that has not been submitted to the OCC. There was no documentation available at the facility for this staff member.
- At the Time of This Inspection the Facility Had a New Staff Member Present with the Children13A.16.03.06A(1)
At the time of this inspection the facility had a new staff member present with the children. The OCC has not received any documentation for this staff member. The staff member stated she has been employed since the first day of school Aug 20 2025.
- At the Time of This Inspection the LS Observed Attendance Trackers for This Location That Indicated Between 32 and 39…13A.16.04.01B
At the time of this inspection the LS observed attendance trackers for this location that indicated between 32 and 39 children present in the mornings. This facility is only licensed for 30 chidren. Therefore at no time should they have more than 30 children in care.
- At the Time of This Inspection the LS Was Unable to View a Completed Medical for D. Ausherman.13A.16.06.04A(1)
- At the Time of This Inspection There Is a Staff Member Present Who Has Not Been Submitted to the OCC Therefore the LS…13A.16.07.06A
At the time of this inspection there is a staff member present who has not been submitted to the OCC therefore the LS is unsure of the background status of this individual. This is not ensuring the children are safe and secure. The LS requested this staff member leave until the clearances are receiv
- At the Time of This Inspection the Site Director Was Speaking with Parents at the Front Door Due to Over Capacity…13A.16.08.01A(2)(a)
At the time of this inspection the site director was speaking with parents at the front door due to over capacity leaving the lead teacher alone in the cafeteria with 30 children.
- At the Time of This Inspection the Facility Provided the LS Evidence That They Have Had Group Sizes Over the Maximum Of…13A.16.08.03D(3)
At the time of this inspection the facility provided the LS evidence that they have had group sizes over the maximum of 30 that they are licensed for. The LS explained this to the director and instructed her to contact management on how to handle.
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