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Osita Osagbue
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About Osita Osagbue
Osita Osagbue is a home daycare in Bowie, 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 5 visits in the last 3 years and cited 11 rules across 4 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
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Ages served: infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
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- Type
- Home daycare
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- Not listed
- Capacity
- Not listed
Hours
Hours
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Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Setting | Family child care homeFrom the state license |
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State record
Inspection reports for Osita Osagbue
License
- Status
- Registered with the state and operating
- License type
- Registered Family Child Care Home
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
Summary
5 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit May 13, 2026: 1 rule cited
Rules cited on 4 of 5 visits · 11 rules in all
- Records and paperwork 6
- Background checks 1
- Transportation 1
- Building, equipment and play areas 1
- Supervision and ratios 1
- Health, medication and illness 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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May 13, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
13A.15.03.05C(1)
“Upon entry into the family child care home, LS observed an unknown individual working with the children in care. The provider stated that the individual was working on a trial basis at the family child care home. The OCC had not received a criminal background check, notarized release of information, or medical evaluation for the individual. The licensing agency shall be notified immediately of a change in residence, operation, telephone number, or the provider's residence.”
- May 15, 2025VisitNo rules cited
May 13, 2025Inspection7 rules cited
13A.15.08.01B(5)
“LS observed a total of three children under the age of two years old. Provider is approved for no more than two children under two years old.”
13A.15.07.07A
“LS observed a total of three children under the age of two years old. Provider is approved for no more than two children under two years old. The provider shall ensure the safety and security of each child at all times.”
13A.15.05.03A
“When LS arrived at the house, LS observed that there was a cup of water spilled on the floor of the child care area,. All areas of the home shall be maintained in a state of cleanliness so as not to endanger the children's health.”
13A.15.04.03B
“LS observed a total of three children under the age of two years old. Provider is approved for no more than two children under two years old. During today's inspection, provider was non compliant and adhering to the regulation. It is advised that regulation be maintained at all times. LS will conduct a follow up inspection.”
13A.15.03.04A(2)
“LS observed that emergency forms for five children were not readily accessible.”
13A.15.03.04A(1)
“LS did not observe emergency forms for four children.”
13A.15.02.01D
“LS observed that the certificate of registration was not displayed conspicuously where it can easily be seen and read by parents.”
Apr 19, 2024Inspection3 rules cited
13A.15.03.04A(1)
“LS observed 2 children needing updated emergency forms.”
13A.15.03.04C
“LS observed two children needing a Health Assessment part 1, two children needing a Health Assessment part II, three children needing a lead screening, two children needing an individual needs assessment, three children needing immunizations, and one child needing a parent agreement.”
13A.15.03.04A(1)
“LS observed 2 children needing updated emergency forms.”
Apr 19, 2024Inspection3 rules cited
13A.15.03.04A(1)
“LS observed 2 children needing updated emergency forms.”
13A.15.03.04C
“LS observed two children needing a Health Assessment part 1, two children needing a Health Assessment part II, three children needing a lead screening, two children needing an individual needs assessment, three children needing immunizations, and one child needing a parent agreement.”
13A.15.03.04A(1)
“LS observed 2 children needing updated emergency forms.”
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FAQ
Questions about Osita Osagbue
Is Osita Osagbue licensed?
Yes. Osita Osagbue is registered with the state and operating. This is how Maryland authorizes this type of child care.
When was Osita Osagbue last inspected?
Maryland State Department of Education, Office of Child Care lists the most recent visit on May 13, 2026, with 1 rule cited. It lists 5 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Osita Osagbue had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 11 rules across 4 of 5 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 Osita Osagbue's hours?
Its hours are not listed.
Where is Osita Osagbue?
Bowie, MD 20715. It is a home daycare, so the provider shares the street address with families directly.