We're Just Kidz, LLC
WATERSIDE DR., GERMANTOWN, MD 20874Childery 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
- 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 3 inspections since 2023, the issues cited most often were Children's Records & Files (6), Building & Premises Safety (2), and Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (1). None of the 11 findings were critical.
See All 3 Inspection Visits
Sep 26, 20251 Finding1 Important
- Some Children Were Missing Their Annual Update for Their Emergency Card.13A.15.03.04A(3)
Oct 11, 20247 Findings7 Important
- A Child Was Missing Evidence of Health Assessment and Required Immunization.13A.15.03.02A
- Some Children Were Missing the Appropriate Lead Screening/test as Required.13A.15.03.02B
- Some Children Did Not Have Updated Emergency Cards Updated Annually as Required.13A.15.03.04A(3)
- The Barrier in the Dinning Room Was Not in Place13A.15.05.04B(2)
The barrier in the dinning room was not in place. The barrier must remain in place at all times during childcare hours. There needs to be a barrier against the rails in the living room.
- Door Screen in Outside Play Area Needs to Be Removed.13A.15.05.05A
- The Provider Did Not Complete the 2023 Health and Safety Training.13A.15.06.02B(1)
- All Children on Medication Should Have a Medication Plan on File.13A.15.11.04A(1)(a)
Oct 19, 20233 Findings3 Important
- One Child's Emergency Card Was Not Readily Accessible for Review.13A.15.03.04A(2)
- Children's Emergency Cards Were Not Updated Annually as Required.13A.15.03.04A(3)
- Provider's Daughter Moved Back Home on 10/07/2023.13A.15.03.05D(1)
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