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Promising Horizons Learning Center, Inc.
Ijamsville, MD
· Frederick County
Old National Pike,
Ijamsville, MD 21754
Quick Facts
Capacity
52 children
Age Range
2 years, 3 years, 4 years, 5 years, 5 years to 15 years
Subsidized Program
Does not participate
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Contact Information
📞 (240) 915-2854
Licensed Licensed Child Care Center
Active License
License Number
257385
Issued By
Maryland State Department of Education
District Office
Region 12 - Frederick County Office
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About the Provider
Promising Horizons Learning Center, Inc. is a Licensed Child Care Center in Ijamsville MD, with a maximum capacity of 52 children. This child care center helps with children in the age range of 2 years, 3 years, 4 years, 5 years, 5 years to 15 years. It is open Monday - Friday, 7:00 AM - 5:30 PM. The provider does not participate in a subsidized child care program.
Hours of Operation
- Monday 7:00 AM - 5:30 PM
- Tuesday 7:00 AM - 5:30 PM
- Wednesday 7:00 AM - 5:30 PM
- Thursday 7:00 AM - 5:30 PM
- Friday 7:00 AM - 5:30 PM
- Saturday Closed
- Sunday Closed
Inspection/Report History
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| Date | Type | Regulations | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-01-13 | Mandatory Review | 13A.16.06.09C | Corrected |
| Findings: At the time of inspection, LS observed the following: JM completed 10.5 hours of continued training for the 2024-2025 employment year, and 4.5 for 2025-2026. An additional 9 hours are now needed for the 2025-2026 employment year. Staff member DS completed 0 hours for employment year 2024-2025, and 12 hours within the 2025-2026 employment year. An additional 12 hours are now needed for the 2025-2026 employment year. Staff member RW completed 1.5 hours for the 2024-2025 employment year, and 12 hours for the 2025-2026 employment year. Staff member will use the 2025-2026 to make up the previous year and will need an additional 10.5 hours for 2025-2026. | |||
| 2026-01-13 | Mandatory Review | 13A.16.06.12B(1) | Corrected |
| Findings: At the inspection, LS could not observe continued training for RI. LS requested the aide complete 6 additional hours of training for employment year 2025-2026. | |||
| 2026-01-13 | Mandatory Review | 13A.16.06.12B(3) | Corrected |
| Findings: At the time of inspection, LS could not observe the 2025 Basic Health and Safety completion for two aides. LS requested the certificates as soon as possible. | |||
| 2025-08-06 | Other | ||
| Findings: No Noncompliances Found | |||
| 2025-01-15 | Full | 13A.16.03.04C | Corrected |
| Findings: At the time of inspection, three children were missing source of healthcare information on their emergency forms. One child was missing authorized pick up personnel information, and another respective child was missing the parent signature on the emergency form. LS requested the facility obtain this information on the emergency forms and submit evidence to LS. | |||
| 2025-01-15 | Full | 13A.16.03.04D(1-2) | Corrected |
| Findings: At the time of inspection, one child was missing Part I of the Health Inventory on file. Facility to obtain this documentation and submit evidence to LS. | |||
| 2025-01-15 | Full | 13A.16.03.05C | Corrected |
| Findings: At the time of inspection, one staff was missing a current medical report on file, and seven staff were missing evidence of staff orientation verification. Facility is to submit staff orientation verification for these staff members. Additionally, at the time of inspection, five staff members had not completed the 2024 Basic Health and Safety Update training, and three staff had not completed the 2023 Basic Health and Safety Update training. During the inspection, four staff completed the 2024 Update training. LS asked for the facility to submit all remaining certificates for staff. | |||
| 2025-01-15 | Full | 13A.16.03.06A(1) | Corrected |
| Findings: Prior to the inspection, LS observed a previous staff member with a delete date in January of 2024 on the most current personnel list. Director added this staff back as of September 2024, but did not notify LS. LS requested a new release of information for this staff member and reminded director that all new hires, including returning employees, must be reported to OCC within 5 working days. Additionally, three staff members with respective start dates of 08/01/24, 09/01/24, and 10/01/24, were not reported to LS until December of 2024. | |||
| 2025-01-15 | Full | 13A.16.03.06B | Corrected |
| Findings: At the time of inspection, LS was missing a notarized release of information for one staff who is listed as employed at the center. LS also reminded director to ensure documentation for new hires is submitted within 15 working days. | |||
| 2025-01-15 | Full | 13A.16.06.02 | Corrected |
| Findings: At the time of inspection, seven employees were missing evidence of staff orientation verification on file. Facility is to submit staff orientation verification for these staff members. | |||
| 2025-01-15 | Full | 13A.16.06.12A(3) | Corrected |
| Findings: At the time of inspection, one staff hired on September 01, 2024 has not completed the basic health and safety course. Director is reminded to have all staff complete the Basic Health and Safety training within 90 days of hire. | |||
| 2025-01-15 | Full | 13A.16.07.06A | Corrected |
| Findings: At the time of inspection, LS did not have a current notarized release of information for a staff member who was deleted and then added back as an employee in September of 2024. LS asked for the facility to submit a current notarized release of information to maintain compliance with COMAR 13A.16.02.01(I). | |||
| 2024-01-18 | Mandatory Review | 13A.16.03.06A(1) | Corrected |
| Findings: At the time of inspection, LS noticed one unreported staff member, PS Director stated that she is a seasonal substitute, working at the facility in the Winter and Summer. PS was previously an associated party but was deleted. Director to send LS a notarized Release of Information. | |||
| 2024-01-18 | Mandatory Review | 13A.16.03.06A(2) | Corrected |
| Findings: At the time of inspection, facility stated that two employees ended employment effective 01/01/2024 and 01/09/2024 respectively. Facility is reminded to report ending of employment within 5 working days. | |||
| 2024-01-18 | Mandatory Review | 13A.16.05.01A(1) | Corrected |
| Findings: At the time of inspection, LS observed a hole in the wall behind the door in Room 128. LS asks that facility repairs the hole and send evidence to LS. | |||
| 2024-01-18 | Mandatory Review | 13A.16.06.05C(1) | Corrected |
| Findings: At the time of inspection, director was missing 3 hours of continued training for training year 07/2022 through 07/2023. Director is to complete 15 hours of continued training by 07/2024. | |||
| 2024-01-18 | Mandatory Review | 13A.16.06.09C | Corrected |
| Findings: At the time of inspection, LS was not able to view continued training for preschool teacher, Natasha Cruz. Director to send transcripts and professional development plan to LS. LS also did not view continued training for Tammy Slifer. Facility to send evidence of 12 hours of continued training to LS. | |||
| 2024-01-18 | Mandatory Review | 13A.16.06.12B(1) | Corrected |
| Findings: At the time of inspection, aide Marsha Carmack was missing 3 hours of continued training for training year 10/2022 to 10/2023. Facility to submit evidence of completion of 3 additional hours of continued training. | |||
| 2024-01-18 | Mandatory Review | 13A.16.10.04A | Corrected |
| Findings: At the time of inspection, LS observed a bathroom cabinet in Room 128 with an air freshener spray that was in reach of children. LS also observed, in Room 120, an air wick plug in located in an outlet in the play area, and an unlocked closet with both a staff member's bag and disinfectant wipes in reach of children. | |||
| 2024-01-18 | Mandatory Review | 13A.16.10.04F | Corrected |
| Findings: At the time of inspection, LS observed one uncovered outlet in Room 120, and 4 outlets uncovered in auxiliary Room 110. Facility must cover the outlets and send statement or photographic evidence to LS. | |||
| 2023-08-29 | Other | ||
| Findings: No Noncompliances Found | |||
| 2023-01-20 | Conversion | 13A.16.03.03B(4) | Corrected |
| Findings: At the time of inspection, LS observed 12 monthly fire drills for 2022. No Emergency and Disaster drills were documented. Facility will ensure that Emergency and Disaster Drills are recorded at least 2 times per year. | |||
| 2023-01-20 | Conversion | 13A.16.03.04A | Corrected |
| Findings: At the time of inspection, LS audited children's files. Several files were missing Health Assessments, emergency forms, lead screenings, and parent agreements. Facility will complete a thorough file audit to ensure all files are current and complete. LS will conduct a follow up visit to monitor for compliance. | |||
| 2023-01-20 | Conversion | 13A.16.03.04C | Corrected |
| Findings: At the time of inspection, LS audited children's files. Several files were missing emergency forms. Facility will complete a thorough file audit to ensure all files are current and complete. LS will conduct a follow up visit to monitor for compliance. | |||
| 2023-01-20 | Conversion | 13A.16.03.04D(1-2) | Corrected |
| Findings: At the time of inspection, LS audited children's files. Several files were missing Health Assessments; with parental statement of child's heath status. Facility will complete a thorough file audit to ensure all files are current and complete. LS will conduct a follow up visit to monitor for compliance. | |||
| 2023-01-20 | Conversion | 13A.16.03.04D(3) | Corrected |
| Findings: At the time of inspection, LS audited children's files. Several files were missing Health Assessments; with medical evaluation, signed and dated by a physician. Facility will complete a thorough file audit to ensure all files are current and complete. LS will conduct a follow up visit to monitor for compliance. | |||
| 2022-05-05 | Other | ||
| Findings: No Noncompliances Found | |||
| 2021-12-21 | Mandatory Review | 13A.16.06.12A(3) | Corrected |
| Findings: One aide needs to complete the basic health and safety training and is registered to complete for the January course online through MSDE. Center will send a copy of the certificate to OCC upon completion. | |||
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