Registered Family Child Care Home
✓ Licensed
Thompson, Brittany
La Plata, MD
· Charles County
McPhee Lane,
La Plata, MD 20646
Quick Facts
Capacity
7 children
Age Range
0-23 Months, 2 years, 3 years, 4 years, 5 years, 5 years to 12 years
Subsidized Program
Participates
State Rating
1
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Licensed Registered Family Child Care Home
Active License
License Number
250265
Issued By
Maryland State Department of Education
District Office
Region 10 - Southern Maryland Office
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About the Provider
Thompson, Brittany is a Registered Family Child Care Home in La Plata MD, with a maximum capacity of 7 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. It is open Monday - Friday, 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM. The provider also participates in a subsidized child care 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-12-18 | Mandatory Review | 13A.15.05.04A(3) | Corrected |
| Findings: Located in the basement is a small area that the provider has attempted to block off from the children. Even though the provider has attempted to secure this area, the children still could potentially gain access to this space. This area was cluttered and there were hazards, such as a light bulb lying on the floor and other small choking hazards. There were piles of various items, papers, materials and activities located in this space. It was recommended that the provider rearrange this area so that there are no concerns of any hazards. The provider agreed to submit a photograph of this space once it was cleaned up. The provider stated it she would complete this task immediately. | |||
| 2025-12-18 | Mandatory Review | 13A.15.05.04B(3) | Corrected |
| Findings: Add a door knob cover to the utility closet located in the basement. | |||
| 2025-12-18 | Mandatory Review | 13A.15.05.05B | Corrected |
| Findings: Areas of fence need to be replaced. Please ensure that this safety concern is addressed immediately. Submit a photograph(s) of the repaired areas of the fence to the Licensing Specialist. | |||
| 2025-12-18 | Mandatory Review | 13A.15.06.02B(3) | Corrected |
| Findings: The provider submitted the continued training late for the 2024-2025 timeframe. As a reminder for this training cycle of 2025-2026, submit 12 hours of continued training by 1/31/2026. | |||
| 2024-12-16 | Full | 13A.15.03.02A | Corrected |
| Findings: There were 9 children's files reviewed. Out of those 9 files, there were 4 emergency cards that were missing required information and one emergency card was not found in the child's file. Notify the Licensing Specialist once this documentation is received. | |||
| 2024-12-16 | Full | 13A.15.03.03E | Corrected |
| Findings: There were five children's files missing the consumer education pamphlet acknowledgment regarding this information. Notify the Licensing Specialist once this documentation is received. | |||
| 2024-12-16 | Full | 13A.15.03.04C | Corrected |
| Findings: There were 9 children's files reviewed. Out of those nine files, there were 4 files missing the required proof of immunizations. Notify the Licensing Specialist once this documentation is received. | |||
| 2024-12-16 | Full | 13A.15.05.03A | Corrected |
| Findings: The refrigerator located in the basement needs to be cleaned. Ensure that the refrigerator is kept cleaned. It is strongly recommended that the child care floor be vacuumed. There are 6 preschool children enrolled, with two of them being under the age of 2. It is important to keep the floor free of any items or debris that could present as a hazard. The high chair serving tray was dirty and contained old food. The trashcan was overflowing. Ensure the trashcan is emptied. Ensure that all areas of the child care are maintained in a state of cleanliness. | |||
| 2024-12-16 | Full | 13A.15.05.03C | Corrected |
| Findings: The provider did not put the soiled diapers in a trashcan or some other sanitary device after diapering. The provider stated that she puts the soiled diapers in a plastic trash bag and throws the plastic bag to the landing on the stairs that lead to the upstairs. There is concern that these dirty diapers are not being disposed of in a clean and sanitary manner. The provider stated she would utilize a lidded trashcan that she will keep outside at the sliding glass door. | |||
| 2024-12-16 | Full | 13A.15.05.03D(1) | Corrected |
| Findings: During the inspection, the provider diapered a child. After diapering the child, the provider did not wash her hands. | |||
| 2024-12-16 | Full | 13A.15.05.03D(2) | Corrected |
| Findings: During the inspection, the provider diapered a child. After diapering the child, the provider did not wash the child's hands. | |||
| 2024-12-16 | Full | 13A.15.05.03E(2) | Corrected |
| Findings: Proper diapering procedures were not followed as established by the licensing office. The child was diapered on a changing table and on a non absorbent mat; however there was no paper barrier utilized. As discussed, this paper barrier should have been placed on the non absorbent mat prior to changing the child's diaper. These diapering procedures were discussed with the provider and an information sheet on diapering procedures was provided. | |||
| 2024-12-16 | Full | 13A.15.05.03E(3) | Corrected |
| Findings: The diapering mat was not properly cleaned. Diapering procedures were discussed with the provider and an information sheet on cleaning and sanitizing was provided. | |||
| 2024-12-16 | Full | 13A.15.05.04B(1) | Corrected |
| Findings: There were uncapped electrical sockets. The pack-and-play was positioned directly in front of these electrical sockets. Ensure that all electrical sockets are capped. | |||
| 2024-04-11 | Other | ||
| Findings: No Noncompliances Found | |||
| 2023-12-12 | Mandatory Review | 13A.15.02.03B(2) | Corrected |
| Findings: Regarding the 12/21/2022 full inspection, it was noted as a discussion on that particular inspection for the provider to submit required documentation by 01/31/2023. There are documents from that timeframe that still have not been submitted. Please submit the following documents within 30 days of the date of this inspection: 12 hours of continued training and 3 medical evaluations. As verbally discussed today, there also needs to be another 12 hours of continued training submitted by 01/31/2024, totaling 24 hours of continued training. | |||
| 2023-12-12 | Mandatory Review | 13A.15.03.04A(1) | Corrected |
| Findings: One of the emergency cards was missing the doctor's address and there was no address for any of the emergency individuals. Please obtain this information from the caretaker. Also as a reminder, ensure that emergency cards are fully completed when children are enrolled and/or when emergency cards are updated. Submit a letter of correction. | |||
| 2023-12-12 | Mandatory Review | 13A.15.03.04A(3) | Corrected |
| Findings: There were four emergency cards that were inspected at today's inspection. Three of these emergency cards were not updated annually as required. The provider agreed to have the emergency cards updated by the end of the business day or by the latest, by the end of the week. Submit a letter of correction indicating that each of the emergency cards were updated. It is suggested that the provider create a tracking system to help with due dates of when paperwork, etc. needs or is required to be completed. | |||
| 2023-12-12 | Mandatory Review | 13A.15.05.01G | Corrected |
| Findings: The provider operates her child care out of her basement. The provider no longer has the small refrigerator that was previously located in the basement and indicated that it stopped working; therefore, she got rid of it. The provider replaced this refrigerator with a mini 6 can refrigerator, which is not sufficient to hold potential lunches, beverages, milk etc. Currently, lunch is provided by the provider. The approved substitute brings the meals to the basement from the main level. The provider agreed to purchase a small refrigerator so the beverages and/or food that may be brought to the daycare can be stored in the basement refrigerator. Send a picture of this refrigerator to the Licensing Specialist within 30 days of the date of this inspection. | |||
| 2023-12-12 | Mandatory Review | 13A.15.06.02B(3) | Corrected |
| Findings: The provider needs to submit at least 24 hours of continued training. Submit at least 12 hours of continued training within 30 days of the date of this inspection. The other 12 hours may be submitted prior to the end of January 2024. | |||
| 2022-12-21 | Full | 13A.15.03.04C | Corrected |
| Findings: Missing from the children's records and as discussed at today's inspection, the following documents were missing from children's files: emergency card missing address for emergency pick-up, the parents need to sign the lead screen form or the entire lead form was missing, Health Inventory Part I and Part II, and updated immunizations. Once these documents have been obtained, email the Licensing Specialist a letter of correction indicating that all documentation has been received. Ensure that this documentation is obtained prior to a child being enrolled. | |||
| 2022-12-21 | Full | 13A.15.05.01G | Corrected |
| Findings: The provider indicated that the refrigerator, that she had in the basement, broke and she has not yet replaced it. Currently, the provider is storing the children's food items in the refrigerator located on the main level of the home which is an off-limits area. The provider stated her substitutes will bring her food/beverages from that level of the home when needed. The provider stated she will purchase a new refrigerator so that these items may be kept on the level of the approved child care space. Submit a photograph of the refrigerator and a letter of correction within thirty days from the date of this inspection. | |||
| 2022-12-21 | Full | 13A.15.05.04B(2) | Corrected |
| Findings: There was no barrier at the stairs located in the basement. Ensure that the barrier is secure and in place at all times. | |||
| 2022-12-21 | Full | 13A.15.05.04B(3) | Corrected |
| Findings: Located in the bathroom were cleaning products located under the sink. Ensure that there is a child-proof device on the cabinet when there are cleaning products inside the cabinet. | |||
| 2022-12-21 | Full | 13A.15.09.01B(3) | Corrected |
| Findings: During the entire inspection, there was a Disney movie that was playing. At arrival, the child care children were sitting in chairs watching the Disney Cars movie. The children later were instructed to participate in an art project with the provider. During this time, the movie and sound of this movie continued to play. The provider was reminded of screen time regulations and that she is to ensure that no child under the age of 2 is permitted to view any passive technology. Also, children 2 years or older are only permitted to view no more than 30 minutes of age-appropriate passive technology a week. | |||
| 2022-12-21 | Full | 13A.15.10.01H(1) | Corrected |
| Findings: The provider had multiple first aid supplies missing from the first aid kit. The provider stated she will replace these items and will ensure that the first aid kit contains the required supplies at all times. It is suggested to have extra items on hand that get used often. | |||
| 2022-12-21 | Full | 13A.15.10.02 | Corrected |
| Findings: Located under the bathroom sink and on a table located in the child care room were cleaning agents. Ensure that chemicals are kept out of reach of children and that appropriate locking devices are utilized. | |||
| 2021-12-14 | Mandatory Review | 13A.15.03.04A(1) | Corrected |
| Findings: There were two emergency forms that were missing required documentation. Ensure that all required documentation is obtained prior to the child being cared for. | |||
| 2021-12-14 | Mandatory Review | 13A.15.05.04A(1) | Corrected |
| Findings: At arrival, the provider had two children (19 months and age 2) sleeping in two separate pack n plays in an unapproved bedroom located in the basement. Upon discussion of the unapproved space, the provider moved the pack-n-plays and the children out of this room. As discussed, an area of the home may not be used until it is approved by the Office of Child Care and the Fire Marshal's Office. | |||
| 2021-12-14 | Mandatory Review | 13A.15.05.04B(2) | Corrected |
| Findings: There was no gate in place at the stairs leading to the 2nd level. The steps were open and accessible. The provider retrieved the gate, which was located in a closet in order to secure the steps. | |||
| 2021-12-14 | Mandatory Review | 13A.15.05.06C(1) | Corrected |
| Findings: There were 3 pack-n-plays observed. Two were in use by child care children at the time of the visit. The 3 pack-n-plays were located in an unapproved room. One of the pack-n-plays was filled with child care items and it had a large hole in the netting. The other pack-n-plays had concerning safety issues as well. One of these pack-n-plays that was in use, contained a sagging bottom. The bottom appeared to sag, due to over use of the item. The other pack-n-play did not have a level mattress and it gapped in the middle. The provider stated that the parent of the child who was utilizing this pack-n-play, gave the provider this sleep source and asked her to use it for her child who was occupying the item . All three of these pack-n-plays contained concerning safety issues. Therefore, the Licensing Specialist informed the provider that if she desired to maintain her infant capacity, she would need to submit photographs of two sleep sources that meet CPSC guidelines. The provider indicated that she wanted to maintain her infant capacity and would submit the photographs this evening. See additional comments. | |||
| 2021-12-14 | Mandatory Review | 13A.15.06.02D(1) | Corrected |
| Findings: The provider's CPR and First Aid certifications expired in 10/2021. Ensure that certifications remains up-to-date. Submit a copy of the updated certification. | |||
| 2021-12-14 | Mandatory Review | 13A.15.10.02 | Corrected |
| Findings: Located in the basement were multiple choking hazards observed on the floor and tables, etc. in multiple areas. There were also a multitude of small Lego pieces located on the floor and filled in an accessible table. These Lego pieces are choking hazards and need to be inaccessible to younger children. The provider stated she will ensure the pieces are maintained in a secured case or the secured Lego table. The provider stated only her son plays with these Lego pieces. | |||
| 2021-01-26 | Full | 13A.15.03.04C | Corrected |
| Findings: On January 28, 2021, the Licensing Specialist conducted a virtual inspection with the provider to look over children's enrollment information. During the virtual inspection, the following were observed to be missing from children's files: CB (Health Inventory Part I and II), BS (lead screen and updated immunizations), KB (updated immunizations), and JL (completed emergency card, Health Inventory Part I and II, and updated immunizations). Submit a letter of correction indicating when these documents were received. | |||
| 2021-01-26 | Full | 13A.15.04.03A | Corrected |
| Findings: At the time of the inspection, as the Licensing Specialist was inspecting the child care area, it was observed that the approved substitute was attempting to carry an infant child (K.B.) with her to the main level of the home. The main level of the home is not approved for child care, except for the entry area may be used as a pass-thru only. The provider stated the substitute was going to heat the child's bottle, however, she brought the child back to the day care area. The Licensing Specialist observed that the provider had 3 children under the age of two in care. She indicated that she would immediately contact the parent of one of the infant children to have this child picked up and she would disenroll this child, until the child turns 2. The provider requested to increase her infant capacity to 2, since her biological child has now turned three. The Specialist observed three pack-n-plays during the visit. One of the pack-n-plays is not being used and was filled with a variety of play items. A revised registration will be mailed to the provider showing approved capacity for two children under the age of two. Post the updated registration in a conspicuous place. | |||
| 2021-01-26 | Full | 13A.15.05.03B | Corrected |
| Findings: There were no paper towels accessible (without the assistance of the provider). The provider stated she does not keep the paper towels readily accessible to the children because they use too many. Suggestions were provided to the provider for use of the paper towels. | |||
| 2021-01-26 | Full | 13A.15.05.03F(1) | Corrected |
| Findings: At the time of the inspection, there was a child observed sitting on the potty chair. The potty chair was placed on carpet, outside of the bathroom. As discussed at the visit, potty chairs must be placed on nonabsorbent surfaces or a mat. | |||
| 2021-01-26 | Full | 13A.15.05.04B(1) | Corrected |
| Findings: The Licensing Specialist observed at least 3 different electrical sockets that were not capped. Ensure that electrical sockets are capped at all times during child care hours. | |||
| 2021-01-26 | Full | 13A.15.05.04B(2) | Corrected |
| Findings: There was no barrier in place at the stairs leading to the main level. The provider stated she was utilizing a cot to place in front of the stairs as a barrier since her gate broke. She was informed that a cot is not a suitable barrier and it can easily be pulled down and it is not secure. The provider stated she would purchase a new barrier for the steps. | |||
| 2021-01-26 | Full | 13A.15.05.04B(3) | Corrected |
| Findings: If potentially hazardous items are going to be maintained under the sink in the basement bathroom, then a child-proof device must be placed on the cabinet to prevent accessibility. There was a cleaning solution observed in this cabinet. | |||
| 2021-01-26 | Full | 13A.15.05.05A | Corrected |
| Findings: The Licensing Specialist conducted an unannounced visit at the provider's home. At the time of the visit, there was no gate in place at the top of the outdoor stairs nor any type of barrier to prevent accessibility. Generally, the provider has a wooden fence barrier that encloses the outdoor play area and also prevents accessibility to the steps. The provider stated the barrier fell apart in December, 2020. Please be aware, that regulations must be met at all times. Wear and tear is common in child care; therefore, it is imperative to constantly check and reevaluate the condition of safety devices to ensure its proper working condition. | |||
| 2021-01-26 | Full | 13A.15.06.02B(3) | Open |
| Findings: Please submit continued training for 2019-2020 and 2020-2021. Submit a total of 24 hours, which equates to 12 hours for each year. As a reminder, ensure that continued training is being completed within the required timeframe. Once training certificates are received, forward them to your Licensing Specialist. Regulations state that by the end of each 12 month period, the provider shall successfully complete a total of 12 hours of approved continued training. | |||
| 2021-01-26 | Full | 13A.15.09.01B(6) | Open |
| Findings: It was discussed with the provider to provide a written screen time policy to parents. Submit a letter of correction stating this has been completed. | |||
| 2020-05-12 | Other | ||
| Findings: No Noncompliances Found | |||
| 2019-11-12 | Mandatory Review | ||
| Findings: No Noncompliances Found | |||
| 2019-11-12 | Mandatory Review | 13A.15.03.04A(1) | Corrected |
| Findings: A child enrolled in care did not have an emergency card. Today was the child's first day in care. The provider stated the parent agreed to bring the emergency card today when the child was picked up from child care. The provider was able to provide personal information regarding this child in order for the children in care form to be completed. | |||
| 2019-11-12 | Mandatory Review | 13A.15.05.05A | Corrected |
| Findings: There is a wooden slat missing from the outdoor fencing. Please submit a photograph showing the slat has been replaced. | |||
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