Childrens Learning Tree - La Plata MD Licensed Child Care Center

North Maple Avenue , La Plata MD 20646
(301) 934-1477

About the Provider

Description: We believe in giving every child the ability to be a child. Every activity we do, whether it’s Spanish or music lessons with degreed instructors to gymnastics classes, is structured to help kids enjoy being kids. We offer small class sizes for more individualized attention and instruction. At Children's Learning Tree, there are state-certified teachers in every classroom. We focus on thematic learning and teach to the four pillars: intellectual, physical, emotional and social. We firmly believe that each pillar must be addressed to give each child a firm foundation. We also believe that education can be fun. We offer special events on an ongoing basis, and not just for the students. Parents take part in our annual Thanksgiving feast, summer gathering, and porch parties. We know that getting the whole family involved better builds the foundation for a lifetime of learning.

Program and Licensing Details

  • License Number: 159312
  • Capacity: 51
  • Age Range: 6 weeks through 17 months, 18 months through 23 months, 2 years, 3 years, 4 years, 5 years, 5 years to 15 years
  • Enrolled in Subsidized Child Care Program: No
  • Schools Served: Mary Matula 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
2023-12-08 Full 13A.16.03.03D Corrected
Findings: During a review of files the following children are missing documentation of the written agreement; OC, LJ, PS, CG, and GH. For correction please have the parents fill out a written agreement and submit a copy of the written agreement.
2023-12-08 Full 13A.16.03.04C Corrected
Findings: During a review of the children's files the following children were needing information or an update to the emergency form; NM, GC, MW, CM, CG, and GH. For correction please have the parents update the form and submit a copy to the licensing specialist.
2023-12-08 Full 13A.16.03.04E Corrected
Findings: During a review of the children's files the following children were missing documentation of receiving the lead blood tests; EU, LC, OC, KR, SW, and ED. For correction please submit a copy of the lead blood test to the licensing specialist.
2023-12-08 Full 13A.16.03.04G Corrected
Findings: During a review of the children's files only one child is missing an updated immunization record. For correction please submit an update immunization record to the licensing specialist.
2023-12-08 Full 13A.16.03.06A(2) Corrected
Findings: Director is reminded to submit a 1203 within 5 working days of ending of employment. There were two staff that were no longer employees at the center. Director did correct this on site by submitting a 1203.
2023-12-08 Full 13A.16.05.12D Corrected
Findings: The fence around the playground has a few posts missing screws that could potentially leave a child getting stuck. Please have the fence posts near the gate on both sides and the fence on the left towards the back repaired. Please let the licensing specialist know when this is repaired so the licensing specialist can come out to check the repair.
2023-12-08 Full 13A.16.06.09C Corrected
Findings: Staff LN is missing 2.5 hours of continued annual training. For correction please submit a copy of training certificates.
2023-12-08 Full 13A.16.10.04A Corrected
Findings: During the full inspection there was cleaner in reach of children in the Infant 2 classroom and the three's classroom, these were moved during the inspection. The diaper changing table in the toddler room also has diaper cream in an accessible cabinet. For correction please place a child safety latch on the cabinet containing hazards or move the diaper cream to make it inaccessible.
2022-11-07 Mandatory Review 13A.16.03.06A(2) Corrected
Findings: The center does not have AJ and LP employed any longer. Both staff members ended employment in August 2022. The licensing specialist was not notified until today's inspection. A staff change form was received at the time of the inspection. The center is reminded to notify the licensing specialist within 5 working days when an employee is no longer working at the center.
2022-11-07 Mandatory Review 13A.16.06.02 Corrected
Findings: There was no OCC staff orientation in AM's file. The center has a staff orientation form they utilize but it does not have all of the information included on the OCC form. The center is reminded to use the approved OCC staff orientation verification form. Please complete the orientation with AM and forward proof to the licensing specialist.
2022-11-07 Mandatory Review 13A.16.06.04A(1) Corrected
Findings: JS did not have a completed medical in her file. Please ensure she obtains a medical report and forward the completed document to the licensing specialist as soon as possible.
2022-11-07 Mandatory Review 13A.16.06.09C Corrected
Findings: BB is behind in her continued training. Staff member BB owes 10.5 hours that were due by 9/2022. Please forward copies of the continued training certificates once completed.
2022-11-07 Mandatory Review 13A.16.07.06C Corrected
Findings: New staff member, AM, has not completed the criminal background checks yet. She has a fingerprinting appointment for 11/10/2022. She was not alone with children at the time of the inspection. The new regulations do not allow for anyone to work with children until all clearances are complete to include either the MD or FBI fingerprinting clearance and abuse/neglect clearance.
2022-11-07 Mandatory Review 13A.16.08.02B Corrected
Findings: Staff person SS is assigned to the four year old room. She is not currently qualified and will need the 45 hour preschool curriculum coursework as well as the ADA training. A variance can be submitted to allow SS time to obtain the necessary qualifications.
2022-01-13 Full 13A.16.03.04E Corrected
Findings: All children under the age of 2 had the appropriate lead blood test done at or around 12 months old. Three files reviewed for children who were either 2 or 3 years old did not have documentation of the 2nd lead blood test done at 24 months. Please obtain this documentation from the parents for NS, ES and SG then add to the children's files.

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