CCDCS/AlphaBEST@Mt Hope/Nanjemoy - Nanjemoy MD Licensed Child Care Center

9275 Ironsides Drive , Nanjemoy MD 20662
(301) 246-4487

About the Provider

Description: 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.

Program and Licensing Details

  • License Number: 135139
  • Capacity: 20
  • Age Range: 4 years, 5 years, 5 years to 15 years
  • Enrolled in Subsidized Child Care Program: No
  • Schools Served: Mt Hope/Nanjemoy Elementary School
  • District Office: Region 10 - Southern Maryland Office
  • District Office Phone: (301) 475-3770 (Note: This is not the facility phone number.)

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Inspection/Report History

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Date Type Regulations Status
2023-10-26 Full 13A.16.03.02E Corrected
Findings: A random sample of the children's files were reviewed. There was one file that was missing the lead screen. Obtain the lead screen and submit a letter of correction.
2023-10-26 Full 13A.16.03.05C Corrected
Findings: The center is reminded that they must keep a file for each substitute on site that contains but is not limited to a copy of the release of information, medical, MD/FBI clearance, training certificates, orientation, and proof of age. The area manager will need to provide copies of these documents to the site director. The Office of Child Care would also need an updated Personnel List- 1203 either adding or deleing previous substitutes. Please send a letter of correction to the licensing specialist within 30 days of the date of this inspection.
2023-10-26 Full 13A.16.06.04A(1) Corrected
Findings: The aide (RL) did not have a medical evaluation in their staff files nor does the Office of Child Care have a medical evaluation on file. A medical evaluation for this staff member was submitted, but it does not meet the specified criteria of what is supposed to be included on the form. The director stated the aide will have a medical evaluation completed and it will be sent to OCC. Ensure that this medical evaluation is completed within 30 days of the date of this inspection.
2023-10-26 Full 13A.16.06.05C(1) Corrected
Findings: Ensure that continued training is being completed within the required timeframes. The director (TA) needs to complete at least 1.5 hours of continued training. This training was supposed to be completed by 8/30/2023. There were other trainings that the director completed; however, they were not approved trainings. Submit copies of the required completed training to the Licensing Specialist within 30 days of the date of this inspection.
2022-10-24 Mandatory Review 13A.16.03.02C(1) Corrected
Findings: Ensure that the parents are given or advised how to obtain information regarding the Consumer Education pamphlet on child care. This information was only observed in one child's file. Update children's files, by adding this required documentation. Submit a letter of correction indicating this has been completed within 30 days of the date of this inspection.
2022-10-24 Mandatory Review 13A.16.03.03D Corrected
Findings: There was no contract's present in the children's files. Ensure that the contracts are either completed or updated and placed in the children's files. Send a letter of correction indicating this has been completed.
2022-10-24 Mandatory Review 13A.16.03.04C Corrected
Findings: At today's inspection, a review of the children's records was conducted. A review of these records was not conducted at the previous inspection, due to the Covid-19 pandemic. This review revealed that four children's emergency cards were missing required information. Please refer to the Health Record Review, which was discussed at today's inspection regarding the noted concerns. As discussed, the Health Record Review will also be emailed to the director . Immediately, obtain this documentation and submit a letter of correction to the Licensing Specialist once it is received.
2022-10-24 Mandatory Review 13A.16.03.04D(3) Corrected
Findings: At today's inspection, a review of the children's records was conducted. A review of these records was not conducted at the previous inspection, due to the Covid-19 pandemic. This review revealed that two children are in need of the Health Inventory Part II. Immediately, obtain this documentation and submit a letter of correction to the Licensing Specialist once it is received.
2022-10-24 Mandatory Review 13A.16.03.04E Corrected
Findings: At today's inspection, a review of the children's records was conducted. A review of these records was not conducted at the previous inspection, due to the Covid-19 pandemic. This review revealed that one child is in need of the Lead screening. Immediately, obtain this documentation and submit a letter of correction to the Licensing Specialist once it is received.
2022-10-24 Mandatory Review 13A.16.03.05E Corrected
Findings: The substitute log was not completed at this site by the substitute who was covering the director position. Ensure that this log is maintained when a substitute is utilized and for whom the substitute is covering for the day.
2022-10-24 Mandatory Review 13A.16.06.05C(1) Corrected
Findings: The Director (DK) needs to complete 10.5 hours of continued training. This continued training was supposed to be completed by June 2022. Immediately, complete the continued training and submit copies of the certificates to the Licensing Specialist. The director was not present at today's inspection. The substitute (TA) stated DK was not working this day.
2022-10-24 Mandatory Review 13A.16.06.12C Corrected
Findings: The Aide (N.H.), needs to complete the Aide Orientation course. Please submit the certificate within 30 days of the date of this inspection.
2021-08-23 Full 13A.16.06.04A(1) Corrected
Findings: Please submit a medical evaluation for the director. The medical evaluation that was received for this individual was dated 11/20/2015. This staff member was a previous employee of AlphaBEST, she left the site and returned recently. Send the medical evaluation immediately. Also, submit a medical for the new Aide.
2021-08-23 Full 13A.16.11.04F(1) Corrected
Findings: The staff on site have not completed the medication administration training. This training needs to be completed promptly and submit a copy of the certificate to OCC. It is strongly recommended, that a staff member who has completed this training be available at the site for the morning and afternoon hours.
2019-10-24 Full 13A.16.06.05C(1) Corrected
Findings: The director was unable to complete the required training by her required timeframe. She needs to complete an additional 3 hours of training. Submit a copy of the training certificate to the Licensing Specialist.

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