Licensed Child Care Center
Middletown UM Church Kids Club/PTO/Preschool
Middletown, MD
· Frederick County
7108 Fern Circle,
Middletown, MD 21769
Quick Facts
Capacity
166 children
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
Subsidized Program
Does not participate
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Contact Information
📞 (301) 371-5550
Licensed Child Care Center
Not found in current state licensing data
This provider appeared in previous licensing records but was not found in our most recent state data update.
Historical licensing information
Previous license status
Open
License Number
88540
Issued By
Maryland State Department of Education
District Office
Region 12 - Frederick County Office
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About the Provider
Welcome to MUMC’s Preschool, Kids Club, and Parents Time Out. We are excited to offer these ministry opportunities for the children of our community and surrounding areas.
Preschool - We offer classes for 3, 4, and 5 year old children. The 3 year old program is offered Tuesday and Thursday or Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday from 9:00-11:30 or 12:30-3:00. The 4 year old program meets Monday, Wednesday, Friday or Monday through Friday from 9:00-11:30 or 12:30-3:00. The 5 year old program is Monday through Friday from 9:00-12:30.
Kids Club/Parents Time Out (PTO) - Kids Club provides before and after school care for children Preschool through Middle School Monday through Friday from 7:00-6:00. Parents Time Out is a one day a week program for children ages 6 months to 3 years old. Children ages 6 months to 2 years old meet Tuesday or Wednesday from 9:00-12:00. Children 2 and 3 years old meet Monday through Thursday from 9:00-1:00.
Preschool - We offer classes for 3, 4, and 5 year old children. The 3 year old program is offered Tuesday and Thursday or Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday from 9:00-11:30 or 12:30-3:00. The 4 year old program meets Monday, Wednesday, Friday or Monday through Friday from 9:00-11:30 or 12:30-3:00. The 5 year old program is Monday through Friday from 9:00-12:30.
Kids Club/Parents Time Out (PTO) - Kids Club provides before and after school care for children Preschool through Middle School Monday through Friday from 7:00-6:00. Parents Time Out is a one day a week program for children ages 6 months to 3 years old. Children ages 6 months to 2 years old meet Tuesday or Wednesday from 9:00-12:00. Children 2 and 3 years old meet Monday through Thursday from 9:00-1:00.
Additional Information:
MSDE-Approved Education Program.
Hours of Operation
- Monday 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
- Tuesday 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
- Wednesday 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
- Thursday 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
- Friday 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
- Saturday Closed
- Sunday Closed
Inspection/Report History
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| Date | Type | Regulations | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024-04-09 | Full | 13A.16.03.04C | Open |
| Findings: At the time of inspection, LS observed three children that were missing source of healthcare information. Facility is to obtain this missing information and submit evidence to LS. | |||
| 2024-04-09 | Full | 13A.16.03.04E | Open |
| Findings: At the time of inspection, nine children were missing documentation of age-appropriate lead testing. Facility is to review records for these children and submit evidence of age-appropriate lead testing for each child to LS. | |||
| 2024-04-09 | Full | 13A.16.03.05C | Corrected |
| Findings: At the time of inspection, records of criminal background check results were missing in staff files for 9 staff members. Facility is to submit a written statement of correction regarding the maintenance of these records in all staff files. | |||
| 2024-04-09 | Full | 13A.16.06.02 | Corrected |
| Findings: At the time of inspection, LS did not observe staff orientation verification for three staff members. Facility to submit evidence of completed staff orientation for these staff to LS. | |||
| 2024-04-09 | Full | 13A.16.09.01C(6) | Corrected |
| Findings: At the time of inspection, LS did not observe a screen time policy for the facility. Facility is to submit evidence of a written screen time policy to LS. | |||
| 2024-04-09 | Full | 13A.16.09.02B(4) | Corrected |
| Findings: At the time of inspection, LS did not observe evidence of written activity plans for infants and toddlers. Facility is to submit evidence of updated plans for all enrolled infants and toddlers. | |||
| 2024-04-09 | Full | 13A.16.10.01A(4) | Corrected |
| Findings: At the time of inspection, the emergency escape route was not posted in the following auxiliary spaces: 102N (Library), 107N (STEM), 102S, Gymnasium, and 101N (Music). LS asked facility to post emergency escape routes in all auxiliary spaces and submit evidence to LS. | |||
| 2024-04-09 | Full | 13A.16.12.04F(3) | Corrected |
| Findings: At the time of inspection, LS observed the temperature of the refrigerator where children's lunches are stored above 40 degrees F. Director adjusted the temperature of the fridge at the time of inspection. | |||
| 2023-03-10 | Mandatory Review | 13A.16.06.09C | Corrected |
| Findings: LS reviewed teacher continuing trainings. 2 teachers were missing hours. Facility will send corrections. | |||
| 2022-09-13 | Complaint | 13A.16.03.05B | Corrected |
| Findings: The staffing patterns on file are not current and do not reflect the staff and usage of the classrooms. Facility will submit current staffing patterns reflecting the classroom names, ages served, capacity and staffing. The facility will post the current staffing patterns in the classrooms. | |||
| 2022-09-13 | Complaint | 13A.16.05.08B | Corrected |
| Findings: During the inspection, LS observed bathrooms and changing stations that are not in the classrooms. The staff were interviewed and stated that the children are taken to the bathroom / changing areas in sets of 2 due to the safe sanctuary rules of the church. Director stated that they are fully staffed and are able to provide additional staff during bathroom / transition times to maintain staffing / ratio at all times but admits that the teachers may have had times that they did not request additional support during bathroom / changing routines. Facility will submit a statement of corrections to include the procedure for requesting additional support to maintain ratio if a teacher needs to leave the room for any reason. | |||
| 2022-09-13 | Complaint | 13A.16.07.06C | Corrected |
| Findings: During the inspection, the facility had 2 teachers working in the same classroom together that have not received clearance on all background checks. Director understands that the facility must receive confirmation of staff clearances and approval for position before the staff is allowed to work in the facility or be left alone with children. Facility will submit a statement of correction to LS to include how they will ensure they have received approval from the office. | |||
| 2022-09-13 | Complaint | 13A.16.08.01A(2)(b) | Corrected |
| Findings: During the inspection LS spoke with teachers regarding procedures for taking children to the bathroom, diapering and leaving the room for any reason. Teachers stated that they have a safe sanctuary requirement to take 2 children with them when they need to go to the bathrooms/changing areas. At times the teacher that remains in the classroom is left out of ratio during those bathroom/changing routines. Facility confirmed that the 2 year old children may at times be left out of ratio as they were unsure of the ratio of 2's room but felt that they had additional staff to cover if they need extra support. | |||
| 2022-09-13 | Complaint | 13A.16.08.02B | Corrected |
| Findings: During the inspection the LS observed several new staff members that have not yet been approved for the position that has been requested by the facility working in a classroom together. The facility was reminded that all new staff will need to have qualifications reviewed and approved by the office before the staff is used in that position. Facility will submit statement of correction regarding how they will ensure that all staff have been fully approved by the office before they are used in a classroom. | |||
| 2022-04-27 | Full | 13A.16.03.04C | Corrected |
| Findings: Several children's files were missing source of healthcare and or emergency contact's addresses. LS advised director to audit additional files and make corrections to all missing information. Director will submit written confirmation of correction within 10 operating days. | |||
| 2022-04-27 | Full | 13A.16.06.02 | Corrected |
| Findings: Several teachers are missing signed orientations in their employment files. Director will ensure that staff orientations are included in each staff file and submit written correction to office within 5 operating days. | |||
| 2022-04-27 | Full | 13A.16.06.09A(3) | Corrected |
| Findings: Facility is currently using a teacher that has not completed the 90 hour as a the qualified preschool teacher. Director will submit a variance for the office to approve teacher as qualified preschool teacher within 5 operating days. | |||
| 2022-04-27 | Full | 13A.16.08.02B | Corrected |
| Findings: Facility is using a substitute as a teacher in a preschool classroom with an aide as additional staff in the room. Since the teacher has not been approved as a preschool teacher and has been substituting for more than 2 weeks the classroom currently does not have an assigned qualified child care teacher. LS advised director to submit paperwork to have teacher approved for classroom qualified staff. Director will submit a variance within 5 operating days. | |||
| 2022-04-27 | Full | 13A.16.10.04A | Corrected |
| Findings: Cleaning supplies and sanitizing agents are being stored in an unlocked cabinet in the kitchen and sanitizers are being kept in the hallways and classrooms. LS advised director to keep the kitchen door closed at all times and the sanitizers out of reach of children. Corrections were made at time of inspection. | |||
| 2022-04-27 | Full | 13A.16.11.04A(1)(a) | Corrected |
| Findings: Facility had an EpiPen which did not have parent signature on the form to authorize and the form was not approved by OCC. Benadryl was also stored with incorrect form. Facility will submit completed forms to office within 5 operating days. | |||
| 2022-04-27 | Full | 13A.16.12.04A(1) | Corrected |
| Findings: The main refrigerator in the kitchen was in defrost mode during the visit. The temperature of the refrigerator was 43.5 degrees. Facility will submit photo indicating correct temperature before allowing the equipment to be used again | |||
| 2022-04-27 | Full | 13A.16.12.05C(2) | Corrected |
| Findings: Refrigerator was operating at 43 and in defrost mode during licensing visit. Operator will submit photo of corrections showing temperature at or below 40 degrees before using equipment again. | |||
| 2022-04-27 | Full | 13A.16.16.06A(1) | Corrected |
| Findings: Director will submit form to add new educational program administrator responsible for administration of educational program within 10 operating days. | |||
| 2022-04-27 | Full | 13A.16.16.06C(1) | Corrected |
| Findings: Facility currently has a classroom that does not currently have a teacher approved for the education program. | |||
| 2022-03-01 | Complaint | 13A.16.07.03A(1) | Corrected |
| Findings: Complaint was received that the 4's and 5s classroom was incorporating tasting new foods in their curriculum. One of the children refused to try one of the foods so the teacher put the food to the child's mouth causing the child to get upset. It was confirmed by the Director that the complaint had occurred and the teacher is no longer employed at the center. | |||
| 2021-04-13 | Mandatory Review | ||
| Findings: No Noncompliances Found | |||
| 2020-10-26 | Full | ||
| Findings: No Noncompliances Found | |||
| 2019-04-10 | Mandatory Review | ||
| Findings: No Noncompliances Found | |||
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