Wagma Wardak
MONTEVIDEO RD, JESSUP, MD 20794Childery Rating: 5/5
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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.5 / 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.Not Available
- 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 5 out of 5 stars overall. 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. No objective process measures (e.g., state quality rating or national accreditation) are available for this daycare. The overall rating reflects structural features only.
Quality Recognitions & Accreditations
- 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
- 8
- 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 1 inspection since 2024, the issues cited most often were Children's Records & Files (3), Building & Premises Safety (2), and Safe Sleep & SIDS Prevention (2). None of the 12 findings were critical.
See the Inspection Visit
Jul 26, 202412 Findings12 Important
- Specialist Observed That Two Emergency Forms Were Not Maintained as They Was Missing Required Information13A.15.03.04A(1)
Specialist observed that two emergency forms were not maintained as they was missing required information. Provider shall have the parents or guardians complete the required information and submit a copy of the emergency forms.
- Specialist Observed That 7 of the 8 Emergency Forms Were Not Updated Annually as Required13A.15.03.04A(3)
Specialist observed that 7 of the 8 emergency forms were not updated annually as required. One emergency form was completed within this year. Provider shall obtain annual updates and submit copies of the emergency forms.
- Specialist Observed That One Child Had a Lead Test at 12 Months Old but Not Again at 24 Months Old13A.15.03.04C
Specialist observed that one child had a lead test at 12 months old but not again at 24 months old. Provider shall obtain missing lead test or updated lead test form and submit a copy. Specialist observed that at least 5 children did not have updated immunization records. Provider shall obtain updat
- Specialist Observed No Evidence That the Children Washed Their Hands Before Eating Lunch as Required13A.15.05.03D(2)
Specialist observed no evidence that the children washed their hands before eating lunch as required. Provider shall ensure that the children wash their hands at appropriate intervals and submit a letter of corrections.
- Specialist Observed That One of the Fire Exits Was Blocked by a Child Sleeping on a Cot During Nap Time13A.15.05.04A(2)
Specialist observed that one of the fire exits was blocked by a child sleeping on a cot during nap time. Specialist took photographic evidence. Provider shall ensure that the fire exit is not blocked at any time and submit photographic evidence of cot arrangement.
- Specialist Observed an Inflatable Pool on the Premises That Did Not Meet the Regulations13A.15.05.05C
Specialist observed an inflatable pool on the premises that did not meet the regulations. Provider shall remove the inflatable pool or meet the regulations. Provider shall submit evidence of correction.
- Specialist Observed That a 2 Year Old Child Was Sleeping in a Playpen13A.15.05.06C(2)
Specialist observed that a 2 year old child was sleeping in a playpen. 2 year old children must be placed to sleep on a suitable bed, cot, mat, or sleeping bag. See also 13A.15.05.06D. Provider shall begin to use a suitable sleeping arrangement for the 2 year old and submit a letter of corrections.
- Specialist Observed 4 Children Over 12 Months Old Who Were Sleeping in Playpens for Whom There Was No Evidence of A…13A.15.05.06D
Specialist observed 4 children over 12 months old who were sleeping in playpens for whom there was no evidence of a request by the child's parent to furnish a playpen as a resting place. Provider shall obtain evidence of parent requests and submit them or transition the children to a suitable restin
- Specialist Observed That the Provider Did Not Maintain a Professional Development Plan as Required to Document Last…13A.15.06.02C(1)
Specialist observed that the provider did not maintain a professional development plan as required to document last year's training and this year's training. Provider shall complete professional development plan forms for last year and for this year and submit copies of both forms.
- Specialist Observed No Evidence That the Emergency and Disaster Plan Was Practiced at Least Twice per Year for Other…13A.15.10.01A(3)
Specialist observed no evidence that the emergency and disaster plan was practiced at least twice per year for other emergency and disaster situations as required for the last 2 years. Provider shall ensure that the emergency and disaster plan is practiced for emergency and disaster situations at le
- Specialist Observed That the Provider Did Not Furnish Milk with Lunch13A.15.12.01B
Specialist observed that the provider did not furnish milk with lunch. Provider furnished juice with lunch. Provider is reminded to follow regulation 13A.15.12.01D for the type of milk to serve. Provider shall begin to furnish milk with all meals and submit a letter of corrections.
- Specialist Observed That Milk Bottles for Two Infants Were Not Served in a Sanitary Manner13A.15.12.02A
Specialist observed that milk bottles for two infants were not served in a sanitary manner, they were served to the infants while the infants were in their pack n plays. Provider shall only serve food to infants and children who are seated in high chairs or at tables. Provider shall submit a letter
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