The Joy of Learning - Lanham
Lanham, MD 20706
4.6· 28 reviews
Candace Moses
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About Candace Moses
Candace Moses is a home daycare in Lanham, Maryland. It is registered with the state.
As a home daycare, the provider shares the address with families when you call.
Maryland State Department of Education, Office of Child Care made 4 visits in the last 3 years and cited 12 rules across 2 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
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- Type
- Home daycare
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- Not listed
- Capacity
- Not listed
Hours
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Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license |
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| Setting | Family child care homeFrom the state license |
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State record
Inspection reports for Candace Moses
License
- Status
- Registered with the state and operating
- License type
- Registered Family Child Care Home
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
Summary
4 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Sep 18, 2026: 6 rules cited
Rules cited on 3 of 4 visits · 12 rules in all
- Health, medication and illness 4
- Safety and hazards 2
- Discipline and child guidance 2
- Building, equipment and play areas 1
- Safe sleep 1
- Records and paperwork 1
- Staff training and qualifications 1
For comparison: 73% of Maryland daycares had at least one rule cited in the last 3 years; the typical daycare had 3.
A cited rule is what an inspector found on the day of a visit. It is not a rating of the daycare today.
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Sep 18, 2026Inspection6 rules cited
13A.15.05.05C
“During the unannounced mandatory inspection LS observed evidence of large pool without a protective barrier, no fence that surrounds the pool at least 4 feet in height and no self-closing and self-latching mechanism on the gate. LS discussed with the provider that the children in care would have access to the pool. LS observed no evidence of a sensor or alarm in the pool and on the access door. Must be corrected immediately.”
13A.15.05.05A
“LS observed evidence of a firepit, one gallon of car windshield cleaner and a bag of grilling coal located on the patio. LS observed evidence of an above the ground 15 feet wide and 40 inches height pool located on the left side of the backyard which is approved for daycare children outside playtime. As of this date the backyard is restricted for outdoor play for all daycare children. The provider must correct this non-compliance immediately and schedule a follow up inspection to correct the observed non-compliances observed this date.”
13A.15.05.04A(3)
“LS observed evidence of hanging television wires hanging along the wall, and a free standing lamp cord which is accessible to children in care. Correct immediately.”
13A.15.03.05C(3)
“LS observed no evidence of the provider notifying the Office of Childcare about the purchasing of a pool which is in the backyard. LS asked the provider, when did you purchase the pool? Provider replied, purchased the pool in August of 2026. She further added that it was getting expense taking her children to the pool every day.”
13A.15.03.02B
“LS observed evidence of three children without an appropriate lead screening. Please correct immediately.”
13A.15.03.02A
“LS observed evidence of two children without the Health Inventory I and II. LS observed evidence of three children needing an updated immunization shot record. Please correct immediately.”
- Sep 5, 2025VisitNo rules cited
Aug 27, 2025Inspection6 rules cited
13A.15.03.05C(3)
“LS observed evidence of an above ground pool with no water inside and garbanzo to block the sun in the backyard play area and accessible to the children while playing outside. LS will have to complete a follow up inspection to make sure the pool is removed from the outside play area. The provider stated that the pool will be taken down over the weekend.”
13A.15.03.04A(1)
“LS observed two missing emergency forms for children in enrolled in care.”
13A.15.03.03G
“LS observed no evidence of BHS Training for 2024 for the provider this date.”
13A.15.03.03F
“LS observed no evidence of fire and emergency drill during the Conversion Inspection. The provider stated that the Fire Inspector took her fire and emergency drill.”
13A.15.03.02B
“LS observed no evidence of lead screening received by the provider for five children enrolled in the family daycare home.”
13A.15.03.02A
“LS observed evidence of two emergency forms missing, four Health Inventory I and II missing and four immunization missing from the children's records.”
Aug 27, 2025Inspection6 rules cited
13A.15.03.05C(3)
“LS observed evidence of an above ground pool with no water inside and garbanzo to block the sun in the backyard play area and accessible to the children while playing outside. LS will have to complete a follow up inspection to make sure the pool is removed from the outside play area. The provider stated that the pool will be taken down over the weekend.”
13A.15.03.04A(1)
“LS observed two missing emergency forms for children in enrolled in care.”
13A.15.03.03G
“LS observed no evidence of BHS Training for 2024 for the provider this date.”
13A.15.03.03F
“LS observed no evidence of fire and emergency drill during the Conversion Inspection. The provider stated that the Fire Inspector took her fire and emergency drill.”
13A.15.03.02B
“LS observed no evidence of lead screening received by the provider for five children enrolled in the family daycare home.”
13A.15.03.02A
“LS observed evidence of two emergency forms missing, four Health Inventory I and II missing and four immunization missing from the children's records.”
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FAQ
Questions about Candace Moses
Is Candace Moses licensed?
Yes. Candace Moses is registered with the state and operating. This is how Maryland authorizes this type of child care.
When was Candace Moses last inspected?
Maryland State Department of Education, Office of Child Care lists the most recent visit on September 18, 2026, with 6 rules cited. It lists 4 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Candace Moses had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 12 rules across 3 of 4 visits in the last 3 years. For comparison: 73% of Maryland daycares had at least one rule cited in the last 3 years; the typical daycare had 3. A cited rule is what an inspector found on the day of a visit. It is not a rating of the daycare today.
What are Candace Moses' hours?
Its hours are not listed.
Where is Candace Moses?
Lanham, MD 20706. It is a home daycare, so the provider shares the street address with families directly.