RDCA Woodlin Child Development Center
Silver Spring, MD 20910
Shepherd Park Children's Academy
- licensed capacity
- 53
- open each week
- 5 days
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About Shepherd Park Children's Academy
Shepherd Park Children's Academy is a licensed child care center in Washington, District of Columbia. It is licensed by the state, for up to 53 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
Office of the State Superintendent of Education, Division of Early Learning made 7 visits in the last 3 years and cited 35 rules across 7 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 53 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Licensed capacity | 53 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
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State record
Inspection reports for Shepherd Park Children's Academy
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Licensed Child Development Center
- Capacity
- 53 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- License number
- #CDC-102913
Summary
7 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Mar 30, 2026: 9 rules cited
Rules cited on 7 of 7 visits · 35 rules in all · 18 corrected
- Health, medication and illness 8
- Staff training and qualifications 8
- Background checks 6
- Building, equipment and play areas 5
- Records and paperwork 3
- Safety and hazards 1
- Food and nutrition 1
- Discipline and child guidance 1
- Other rules 2
For comparison: 98% of District of Columbia daycares had at least one rule cited in the last 3 years; the typical daycare had 16.
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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Mar 30, 2026Inspection9 rules cited
152.1
“Failure to ensure that each child submits to a Facility documentation of a comprehensive physical health examination.”
124.6
“Failure to ensure that all floors, walls, and ceilings are in good repair and easy to clean when soiled.”
130.4
“Failure to maintain and provide the initial and annual health record documentation and information.”
132.2
“Failure to maintain the suitability of a current or prospective staff member being assessed.”
139.7
“Failure to ensure the completion of annual training that maintains and updates the health and safety standards.”
122.24
“Failure to perform fire drills, at least monthly at the Child Development Facility”
Correction date in the state record: May 31, 2026
150.1
“Failure to ensure that all staff members possess first aid and CPR.”
137.1
“Failure staff to complete a physical examination by a licensed health care practitioner.”
122.21
“Failure to maintain at the Facility a log documenting the use of extermination services.”
Correction date in the state record: May 31, 2026
Aug 12, 2025Inspection7 rules cited
150.1
“Failure to ensure that all staff members possess first aid and CPR.”
137.1
“Failure staff to complete a physical examination by a licensed health care practitioner.”
132.2
“Failure to maintain the suitability of a current or prospective staff member being assessed.”
152.1
“Failure to ensure that each child submits to a Facility documentation of a comprehensive physical health examination.”
130.4
“Failure to maintain and provide the initial and annual health record documentation and information.”
139.7
“Failure to ensure the completion of annual training that maintains and updates the health and safety standards.”
124.6
“Failure to ensure that all floors, walls, and ceilings are in good repair and easy to clean when soiled.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 30, 2026
Feb 24, 2025Inspection9 rules cited
122.18
“Failure to maintain hot and cold running water under pressure at one hundred degrees Fahrenheit (100°F).”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 24, 2025
131.1
“Failure to maintain information for each employee.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 26, 2025
150.6
“Failure to maintain one (1) transportable first aid kit.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 16, 2025
126.2
“Failure to ensure that materials, equipment, and supplies accessible to children is age appropriate and safe.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 24, 2025
156.2
“Failure to comply with the requirements concerning infant formula and feeding:”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 27, 2025
165.1
“Failure to ensure that a Teacher in a Child Development Center is qualified.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 26, 2025
133.3
“Failure to submit a request for criminal background checks of current and prospective staff members to OSSE:”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 26, 2025
150.1
“Failure to ensure that all staff members possess first aid and CPR.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 26, 2025
132.2
“Failure to maintain the suitability of a current or prospective staff member being assessed.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 26, 2025
Aug 13, 2024Complaint investigation3 rules cited
128.1
“Failure of a Licensee to immediately notify OSSE of any unusual incident that may adversely affect the health, safety, or welfare of any enrolled child or children by submitting a completed OSSE Unusual Incident Report form to OSSE’s Child Care Complaint email address.”
158.1
158.3
Aug 6, 2024Inspection5 rules cited
133.3
“Failure to submit a request for criminal background checks of current and prospective staff members to OSSE:”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 2, 2024
165.1
“Failure to ensure that a Teacher in a Child Development Center is qualified.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 2, 2024
137.1
“Failure staff to complete a physical examination by a licensed health care practitioner.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 2, 2024
132.2
“Failure to maintain the suitability of a current or prospective staff member being assessed.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 2, 2024
131.1
“Failure to maintain information for each employee.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 2, 2024
May 6, 2024Complaint investigation1 rule cited
159.3
“Failure of a Licensee to provide a child’s IFSP service coordinator or service provider access to the Facility in order to provide services pursuant to the child’s IFSP.”
Mar 25, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
150.1
“Failure to ensure that all staff members possess first aid and CPR.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 4, 2024
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FAQ
Questions about Shepherd Park Children's Academy
Is Shepherd Park Children's Academy licensed?
Yes. Office of the State Superintendent of Education, Division of Early Learning lists it as licensed and operating.
When was Shepherd Park Children's Academy last inspected?
Office of the State Superintendent of Education, Division of Early Learning lists the most recent visit on March 30, 2026, with 9 rules cited. It lists 7 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Shepherd Park Children's Academy had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 35 rules across 7 of 7 visits in the last 3 years; 18 show a correction in the state record. For comparison: 98% of District of Columbia daycares had at least one rule cited in the last 3 years; the typical daycare had 16. A cited rule is what an inspector found on the day of a visit. It is not a rating of the daycare today.
How many children can Shepherd Park Children's Academy care for?
53, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
What are Shepherd Park Children's Academy's hours?
Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Shepherd Park Children's Academy cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (202) 417-8932 to ask.
What is Shepherd Park Children's Academy's phone number?
(202) 417-8932.
Where is Shepherd Park Children's Academy?
7838 Eastern AVE, NW, Washington, DC 20012. The nearest other daycare we list is Infancia Feliz CDX, 0.5 miles away.