Zoned for Kidz at Hillendale
Data last updated · May 2026
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.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 4 out of 5 stars overall. Process quality reflects a Maryland EXCELS rating of Level 3 (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 3 (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
- Infants, Toddlers, Preschool, School-Age
- Licensed capacity
- 72
- 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 2 inspections since 2025, the issues cited most often were Staff-to-Child Ratios & Group Size (6), Children's Records & Files (3), and Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (3). Of 14 total findings, 1 was critical.
See All 2 Inspection Visits
Apr 28, 202611 Findings1 Critical10 Important
- LS Observed That There Was an Infant Asleep in a Swing in the Camera Footage and a Staff Member Stated That When She…13A.16.09.04G
LS observed that there was an infant asleep in a swing in the camera footage and a staff member stated that when she left the room all children were asleep.
- LS Observed That 1 Child's Emergency Form Was Not Annually Updated and Another Child's Emergency Form Was Missing the Physician Information.13A.16.03.04C
- LS Was Informed by a Staff Member That They Did Not Complete an Incident Report for a Child That Was Injured in Care on 04/22/2026.13A.16.03.04I(2)
- LS Observed the 22-month-old Child in the Crib Should Have Been on a Cot and Did Not Written Authorization From Their…13A.16.03.04I(6)
LS observed the 22-month-old child in the crib should have been on a cot and did not written authorization from their guardian to be resting in a crib.
- LS Observed via Camera Footage That Room 5 Was Out of Ratio on 04/21/2026 with One Staff Member and 4 Infants/toddlers13A.16.07.06A
LS observed via camera footage that Room 5 was out of ratio on 04/21/2026 with one staff member and 4 infants/toddlers. Via the same camera footage, LS observed that the staff member in the room had her back to the child that climbed out of the crib and fell on their face. LS also observed that ther
- LS Observed via Camera Footage That Room 5 Was Out of Ratio on 04/21/2026 with One Staff Member and 4 Infants/toddlers13A.16.08.01A(2)(b)
LS observed via camera footage that Room 5 was out of ratio on 04/21/2026 with one staff member and 4 infants/toddlers. Via the same camera footage, LS observed that the staff member in the room had her back to the child that climbed out of the crib and fell on their face. LS also observed that ther
- Via Camera Footage13A.16.08.01B(2)
Via camera footage, LS observed that the staff member in the room had her back to the child that climbed out of the crib and fell on their face. LS observed that that there were no infant/toddler caregiver assignments documented to ensure each child was being supervised appropriately.
- LS Observed via Camera Footage That Room 5 Was Out of Ratio on 04/21/2026 with One Staff Member and 4 Infants/toddlers.13A.16.08.03C(1)
- LS Observed via Camera Footage That Room 5 Was Out of Ratio on 04/21/2026 with One Staff Member and 4 Infants/toddlers During Nap Time.13A.16.08.08A(1)
- LS Observed That There Was No Documentation Indicating What Staff Members Were Responsible for the Infants and Toddlers in Care.13A.16.09.02A
- LS Observed That the Infant/toddler Plans Were Not Posted, They Were in a Binder.13A.16.09.02C
Nov 18, 20253 Findings3 Important
- LS Observed That 1 Staff Member Should Have Been Deleted From the Program Effective 09/2025, but OCC Did Not Receive Written Notification.13A.16.03.06A(2)
- LS Observed That 6 Teachers Were Missing Their Continued Training Hours Documentation and 9 Teachers Were Missing…13A.16.06.09C
LS observed that 6 teachers were missing their continued training hours documentation and 9 teachers were missing completed records of professional development.
- LS Observed That 1 Aide Is Missing a Completed Record of Professional Development.13A.16.06.12B(2)