Licensed Child Care Center
✓ Licensed
CCDCS/AlphaBEST@Matula
La Plata, MD
· Charles County
6025 Radio Station Road,
La Plata, MD 20646
Quick Facts
Capacity
75 children
Age Range
4 years, 5 years, 5 years to 15 years
Subsidized Program
Does not participate
Food Program
Does not participate
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Licensed Licensed Child Care Center
Active License
License Number
135140
Issued By
Maryland State Department of Education
District Office
Region 10 - Southern Maryland Office
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About the Provider
Our mission is to provide safe, caring, child-centered programs that meet the needs of families and schools. Our academically enriched extended day programs are interactive and engaging for children, which promotes life long learning. AlphaBEST's team of trusted educational professionals values their role in creating a well balanced atmosphere for children to build pathways to success.
Hours of Operation
- Monday 6:00 AM - 6:00 PM August to June
- Tuesday 6:00 AM - 6:00 PM August to June
- Wednesday 6:00 AM - 6:00 PM August to June
- Thursday 6:00 AM - 6:00 PM August to June
- Friday 6:00 AM - 6:00 PM August to June
- Saturday Closed
- Sunday Closed
Inspection/Report History
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| Date | Type | Regulations | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023-09-27 | Full | 13A.16.03.02A | Corrected |
| Findings: A random sample of the children's files were conducted. The following information was noted as not being located in the children's files. Please obtain the Health Inventory Part I and Part II for (LM). There were two children's records that did not contain a lead screen. Ensure that all lead screens are conducted and maintained as required in the child's file. Once the lead screen is completed for AN and OJ, please send documentation to the Licensing Specialist. Submit a letter of correction within 30 days of the date of this inspection. | |||
| 2023-09-27 | Full | 13A.16.03.04C | Corrected |
| Findings: A random sample of the emergency cards were conducted. Please ensure that all emergency cards have the required documentation. Review all emergency cards to ensure that all information is obtained. Some of the cards reviewed, did not contain all of the required documentation. | |||
| 2023-09-27 | Full | 13A.16.03.05C | Corrected |
| Findings: There are two substitutes that the center does not have a copy of the required documentation on site. The Office of Child Care has received the required documents for these substitutes and they are cleared to work. The center is reminded that they are required to maintain personnel file information for each substitute at the site that contains the following, but not limited to: a copy of the Release of Information, medical evaluation, MD/FBI CBC clearance, staff orientation, trng if required, staff orientation and proof of age. Submit a letter of correction within 30 days of the date of this inspection. | |||
| 2023-09-27 | Full | 13A.16.06.04A(1) | Corrected |
| Findings: There is no medical evaluation on file for staff members, (KF and AM). Submit copies of the medical evaluations once they are completed. The Licensing Specialist was informed that these staff have an appointment scheduled for 10/5/2023. Ensure that medical evaluations are obtained prior to a staff starting work. | |||
| 2023-09-27 | Full | 13A.16.06.05C(1) | Corrected |
| Findings: The director needs to submit at least 8.5 hours of continued training within 30 days of the date of this inspection. | |||
| 2023-09-27 | Full | 13A.16.06.10C(1) | Corrected |
| Findings: The school age teacher, (LB) needs to submit at least 6 hours of continued training within 30 days of the date of this inspection. | |||
| 2023-09-27 | Full | 13A.16.06.10C(2) | Corrected |
| Findings: Ensure that ALL staff who are required to take continued training are utilizing the Record of Professional Development Plan to record their continued trainings. The use of this form is required. Utilizing this form will assist staff to ensure that all required training is completed within the required timeframes. | |||
| 2023-09-27 | Full | 13A.16.06.12A(3) | Corrected |
| Findings: Please submit the Basic Health and Safety training for staff member, (TH). It was supposed to be completed by 11/2022. | |||
| 2023-09-27 | Full | 13A.16.06.12B(1) | Corrected |
| Findings: The aide, (TH) needs to submit at least 6 hours of continued training within 30 days of the date of this inspection. The aide, (KP) completed her required continued training; however, it was completed late. Ensure that continued training is completed within the required timeframe. | |||
| 2022-10-26 | Mandatory Review | 13A.16.03.02C(1) | Corrected |
| Findings: A random sample of the children's records was conducted at today's inspection. As part of the admission process, a parent needs to be advised on how to obtain information regarding the Guide to Regulated Child Care, also known as the Consumer Education Pamphlet. The children's files were missing this required information. Ensure that all records are reviewed for this documentation. Submit a letter of correction within 7 days of receipt of this inspection. | |||
| 2022-10-26 | Mandatory Review | 13A.16.03.03D | Corrected |
| Findings: The site director indicated that contracts/written agreements have been completed for the enrolled children; however, they were not available for review at the site during this inspection. It was indicated that these completed contracts are located at the main AlphaBEST office. Obtain copies of the child care contracts and maintain these copies at the school site. | |||
| 2022-10-26 | Mandatory Review | 13A.16.03.04D(1-2) | Corrected |
| Findings: A random sample of the children's records was conducted at today's inspection. The children's files were missing Health Inventories - Part I forms. Obtain this required document and maintain in the child's file. The Health Record Review was discussed and observed by the site director. This document will be emailed to the director in order to identify which corrections need to be made immediately. | |||
| 2022-10-26 | Mandatory Review | 13A.16.03.04D(3) | Corrected |
| Findings: A random sample of the children's records was conducted at today's inspection. The children's files were missing Health Inventories Part II forms. Obtain this required document and maintain in the child's file. The Health Record Review was discussed and observed by the site director. This document will be emailed to the director in order to identify which corrections need to be made immediately. | |||
| 2022-10-26 | Mandatory Review | 13A.16.03.04E | Corrected |
| Findings: A random sample of the children's records was conducted at today's inspection. The children's files were missing completed lead screening forms. Obtain this required document and maintain in the child's file. The Health Record Review was discussed and observed by the site director. This document will be emailed to the director in order to identify which corrections need to be made immediately. | |||
| 2021-06-15 | Full | ||
| Findings: No Noncompliances Found | |||
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