Shamim Bhavnagari - Laurel MD Registered Family Child Care Home

Decatur Place , Laurel MD 20723
(301) 497-2263

About the Provider

Description: Shamim Bhavnagari is a Registered Family Child Care Home in Laurel MD, with a maximum capacity of 8 children. The home-based daycare service helps with children in the age range of 0-23 Months, 2 years, 3 years, 4 years, 5 years, 5 years to 12 years. The provider does not participate in a subsidized child care program.

Program and Licensing Details

  • License Number: 156879
  • Capacity: 8
  • Age Range: 0-23 Months, 2 years, 3 years, 4 years, 5 years, 5 years to 12 years
  • Enrolled in Subsidized Child Care Program: No
  • District Office: Region 4 - Prince George's County
  • District Office Phone: (301) 333-6940 (Note: This is not the facility phone number.)

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Inspection/Report History

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Date Type Regulations Status
2023-05-11 Mandatory Review 13A.15.05.06E Corrected
Findings: LS observed 2 penny size holes in the side of the pack and play while child was sleeping in it. Provider corrected during the inspection.
2022-06-24 Full 13A.15.03.04C Corrected
Findings: There was a file that did not contain documentation of the lead screening.
2021-06-23 Mandatory Review
Findings: No Noncompliances Found
2020-10-16 Full 13A.15.02.01D Corrected
Findings: Specialist observed Certificate of registration was in an area inaccessible to parents.
2020-10-16 Full 13A.15.05.05A Corrected
Findings: During inspection, specialist observed discarded appliances in the outdoor area where children have access to them. Provider is advised to clear discarded appliances from this area.
2020-10-16 Full 13A.15.08.01B(3) Corrected
Findings: During inspection, specialist observed Provider place child on floor and provider walked to another area of the home, leaving the child unattended.
2020-10-16 Full 13A.15.08.01B(4) Corrected
Findings: During inspection, Provider walked to basement area and left the child unattended on a separate floor.
2020-10-16 Full 13A.15.09.02B Corrected
Findings: During inspection, specialist observed 90% of equipment including books, toys, balls, manipulatives, and gross motor equipment stored and packed away during hours of operation. Provider is asked to have materials available for use by the children..
2020-10-16 Full 13A.15.10.02 Corrected
Findings: Specialist observed crib pushed against stored children materials that could pose a hazard if pulled by child while sleeping in crib. Provider is required to move stacked items into proper storage area and away from children access. Stacked items included two chairs, two large grey bins filled with balls and other equipment, one large burgundy crate filled with books at a height that could pose a safety hazard to child in this area.
2019-06-04 Mandatory Review
Findings: No Noncompliances Found
2018-06-26 Full 13A.15.03.03E Corrected
Findings: Specialist observed no evidence that parents were given, or advised how to obtain information from the licensing agency. Provider posted the consumer pamphlet at time of inspection.
2018-06-26 Full 13A.15.03.04A(3) Corrected
Findings: Specialist observed no evidence that the emergency card was updated at least annually as required. Provider shall have parent update the emergency card and send a letter of correction.
2018-06-26 Full 13A.15.06.02D(1) Corrected
Findings: Specialist observed no evidence of a professional development plan as required. Provider completed a professional development plan at time of inspection.
2018-06-26 Full 13A.15.09.01B(6) Corrected
Findings: Specialist observed no evidence of a written screen time policy. Provider shall submit a copy of the written screen time policy.
2018-06-26 Full 13A.15.10.01A(3) Corrected
Findings: Specialist observed no evidence of a fire drill during April and May of 2018 and no evidence of an emergency drill at least twice per year as required. Provider shall submit a statement of understanding regarding the frequency of practicing and documenting fire drills and emergency disaster drills.

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