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KinderCare - 000157
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About KinderCare - 000157
KinderCare - 000157 is a licensed child care center in Beltsville, Maryland. It is licensed by the state.
Maryland State Department of Education, Office of Child Care made 3 visits in the last 3 years and cited 14 rules across 3 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsSchool-age
Ages served: infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- Not listed
- Capacity
- Not listed
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| Ages | Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license |
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State record
Inspection reports for KinderCare - 000157
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Licensed Child Care Center
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
Summary
3 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Aug 13, 2026: 7 rules cited
Rules cited on 3 of 3 visits · 14 rules in all
- Health, medication and illness 5
- Records and paperwork 4
- Safety and hazards 2
- Supervision and ratios 2
- Discipline and child guidance 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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Aug 13, 2026Inspection7 rules cited
13A.16.03.06A(2)
“LS discussed and reviewed this regulation with Director. Center did not inform OCC of the July 30 departure of a staff member nor the removal another staff member hired in July.”
13A.16.03.06A(1)
“LS discussed and reviewed this regulation with Director. Center did not provide written notification or documentation of an employee hired in July.”
13A.16.03.04E
“LS observed one childs file missing proof of lead screening.”
13A.16.03.04D(3)
“LS observed one childs file missing Part II of the health inventory.”
13A.16.03.04D(1-2)
“LS observed one childs file missing Part I of the health inventory.”
13A.16.03.04C
“LS observed 2 childrens files missing the physicians contact information.”
13A.16.03.03D
“LS observed two children's files missing a parent agreement.”
Apr 14, 2026Inspection5 rules cited
13A.16.08.03D(2)(b)
“Specialist observed aide leave a teacher alone with fourteen 4 year old children in classroom 7”
13A.16.03.04G
“Specialist observed one childs file missing the appropriate and updated immunization.”
13A.16.03.04E
“Specialist observed two children's files missing proof of appropriate lead screening.”
13A.16.03.04C
“Specialist observed 2 children's emergency form missing physician name, phone number, and address. Specialist observed 2 children's emergency forms missing the annual update.”
13A.16.03.03D
“Specialist observed one childs file missing parent agreement.”
Feb 13, 2026Complaint investigation2 rules cited
13A.16.08.01A(2)(b)
“Specialist discussed and reviewed this regulation with Director. Specialist reminded center to ensure the supervisors of each child is appropriate to the individual age, needs, and capabilities of the child. Center staff shared with Specialist that Lead Teacher in classroom 1 was observed swatting a child on the arm, pushing/smushing a child's head, forcefully sitting a child down in a chair, and nudging a child.”
13A.16.07.03A(1)
“Specialist discussed and reviewed this regulation with Director. Specialist reminded center that child discipline shall be appropriate to the age, maturity and physical condition of the child. Center staff shared with Specialist that Lead Teacher in classroom 1 was observed swatting a child on the arm, pushing/smushing a child's head, forcefully sitting a child down in a chair, and nudging a child.”
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FAQ
Questions about KinderCare - 000157
Is KinderCare - 000157 licensed?
Yes. Maryland State Department of Education, Office of Child Care lists it as licensed and operating.
When was KinderCare - 000157 last inspected?
Maryland State Department of Education, Office of Child Care lists the most recent visit on August 13, 2026, with 7 rules cited. It lists 3 visits in the last 3 years.
Has KinderCare - 000157 had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 14 rules across 3 of 3 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 KinderCare - 000157's hours?
Its hours are not listed.
Where is KinderCare - 000157?
Beltsville, MD 20705.