Prep and Play Preschool and DCC - Hollywood MD Licensed Child Care Center

24442 Mervel Dean Road , Hollywood MD 20636
(301) 373-3710

About the Provider

Description: Prep & Play Child Care provides a safe and fun learning environment for children between the ages of 2 and 5. We are a high-quality childcare facility that provides excellent care to the young children under our supervision, and our full educational programs are renowned citywide for preparing children for their entrance into the municipal education system. Prep & Play Child Care is a name you can trust with the care and development of your children. Call us today for more information.

Additional Information: MSDE-Approved Education Program.

Program and Licensing Details

  • License Number: 154451
  • Capacity: 75
  • Age Range: 2 years, 3 years, 4 years, 5 years, 5 years to 15 years
  • Enrolled in Subsidized Child Care Program: No
  • Schools Served: Hollywood Elementary (Saint Mary's)
  • 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
2023-12-13 Mandatory Review 13A.16.03.05B Corrected
Findings: The staffing patterns posted are not updated to the current staff in the rooms. Please post the most current staffing patterns at the center and forward copies to the Licensing Specialist for correction.
2023-12-13 Mandatory Review 13A.16.06.09A(5) Corrected
Findings: There is one teacher qualified staff person who has been employed for more than 90 days but there was no evidence of the approved Basic Health and Safety training being completed. For corrections please ensure that they complete the Basic Health and Safety training as soon as possible and send the certificate to the Licensing Specialist.
2023-12-13 Mandatory Review 13A.16.06.12A(3) Corrected
Findings: There are five aides who have been employed with the center for more than 90 days but there was no evidence that they completed the approved Basic Health and Safety training. Please ensure that all aides complete the Basic Health and Safety training as soon as possible and send the certificates to the Licensing Specialist for corrections.
2023-12-13 Mandatory Review 13A.16.06.12C Corrected
Findings: There are four aides who have been employed for over 6 months but there was no evidence of the aide orientation being completed. For corrections please have the staff members complete the aide orientation as soon as possible and send the certificates to the Licensing Specialist.
2023-01-19 Full 13A.16.05.07A Corrected
Findings: The water in the Little School House is not getting warm. The director believes a block was put on it because it was getting too hot. The director was advised that the water needs to be hot, not exceed 120 degrees.
2023-01-19 Full 13A.16.06.04A(4) Corrected
Findings: The center's on call person needs to complete an updated medical evaluation, as it was last completed in 2015.
2023-01-19 Full 13A.16.06.12A(3) Corrected
Findings: There is one aide who did not complete the basic health and safety training within 90 days of employment. Please ensure that the aide completes this as soon as possible.
2023-01-19 Full 13A.16.06.12C Corrected
Findings: There is one aide who did not complete the 3 hour aide orientation within 6 months of hire. Please ensure that the aide completes this as soon as possible.
2022-01-21 Mandatory Review 13A.16.05.12D Corrected
Findings: One of the gates in the outdoor play area has a twisted hinge, causing a gap in the gate not allowing it to close properly. The director indicated that this is a new development and they will get it fixed right away.
2022-01-21 Mandatory Review 13A.16.06.12B(3) Corrected
Findings: There is one aide who did not complete the basic health and safety training within 90 days of hire. Please ensure that the aide completes this training as soon as possible.
2021-01-20 Full
Findings: No Noncompliances Found
2020-05-08 Other
Findings: No Noncompliances Found
2020-01-21 Mandatory Review
Findings: No Noncompliances Found

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