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Waldorf Children's Garden and
Bethesda, MD
· Montgomery County
4800 Sangamore Rd,
Bethesda, MD 20816
Quick Facts
Capacity
75 children
Age range (listing information)
2 years, 3 years, 4 years, 5 years, 5 years to 15 years
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Subsidized Program
Does not participate
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Contact Information
📞 (301) 229-6107
Licensed Licensed Child Care Center
Active License
License Number
34117
Issued By
Maryland State Department of Education
District Office
Region 5 - Montgomery County
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About the Provider
The Children’s Garden is for children between the ages of 3⅓ years of age to First Grade Readiness (between 6 & 7 years of age). There are two mixed-age Children’s Garden Classes with co-head teachers and 20 children per class. These two classes offer a 5-day, 3-day (Monday through Wednesday), and 2-day (Thursday & Friday) program. There is a third Children’s Garden Class for 16 children between the ages of 3⅓ to 4 years old with a lead teacher and an assistant. This class offers a 3-day program (Monday through Wednesday) and is for children who are better served in a homogeneous age group. The Children’s Garden half day program begins at 8:30 a.m. and concludes at 12:30 p.m. The full day program begins at 8:30 a.m. and concludes at 3:00 p.m.
Hours of Operation
- Monday8:15 AM - 6:00 PM
- Tuesday8:15 AM - 6:00 PM
- Wednesday8:15 AM - 6:00 PM
- Thursday8:15 AM - 6:00 PM
- Friday8:15 AM - 6:00 PM
- Saturday Closed
- Sunday Closed
Inspection/Report History
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| Date | Type | Regulations | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-05-29 | Full | 13A.16.03.04C | Corrected |
| Findings: LS observed 2 instances of emergency forms in need of the authorized pickup address or emergency contact address. | |||
| 2026-05-29 | Full | 13A.16.03.04D(3) | Corrected |
| Findings: LS observed 1 instance of a health inventory part II form that did not have the results section filled out. | |||
| 2026-05-29 | Full | 13A.16.05.08B | Corrected |
| Findings: LS observed one of the toilets in the hallway bathroom has a leak that spays water when flushed and is pooling on the floor. | |||
| 2026-05-29 | Full | 13A.16.06.09C | Corrected |
| Findings: LS observed 4 staff members with OCC100 forms. The remaining staff have not completed these forms for their continued training hours. Certificates are maintained in the office. Facility states that the staff members are confused about how to fill out the form properly. LS is arranging for a virtual orientation for guiding the staff on how to complete the form. In the meantime, the director is asked to email documentation of staff certificates to the OCC. | |||
| 2026-05-29 | Full | 13A.16.10.02E | Corrected |
| Findings: LS observed the first aid kit was missing blunt tipped scissors, a paper or plastic bag for trash, and a whistle. Facility is asked to ensure all first aid kits are standardized with the updated supply list and relevant materials. | |||
| 2026-05-29 | Full | 13A.16.12.01A(4) | Corrected |
| Findings: LS observed the center is providing 2% milk. | |||
| 2026-05-29 | Full | 13A.16.12.04C(1) | Corrected |
| Findings: Facility states one of the classroom refrigerators stopped working on the day of the inspection. Facility is aware of the issues and is having it repaired or replaced. | |||
| 2025-06-09 | Mandatory Review | 13A.16.05.01A(1) | Corrected |
| Findings: LS observed cracks in the back wall of room 113. | |||
| 2024-06-11 | Full | 13A.16.03.04C | Corrected |
| Findings: Licensing specialist observed 1 instance of an emergency form in need of the authorized pickup section to be filled out. In addition, there were 2 children who need the enrollment date and schedule sections to be completed. Facility is asked to review the children's records to ensure that all information on these forms are filled out. | |||
| 2024-06-11 | Full | 13A.16.10.02E | Corrected |
| Findings: Licensing specialist observed that the first aid kit needed additional band-aids. The facility added additional bandages to the kit during the inspection. | |||
| 2024-06-11 | Full | 13A.16.12.04F(3) | Corrected |
| Findings: Licensing specialist observed that the refrigerator in room 113 had a temperature of 43 degrees F. The facility adjusted a setting, and the temperature lowered below 40 degrees during the inspection. | |||
| 2021-09-01 | Full | 13A.16.03.05B | Open |
| Findings: Licensing Specialist observed no evidence of current and complete staffing patterns posted. | |||
| 2021-09-01 | Full | 13A.16.10.01A(4) | Open |
| Findings: Licensing Specialist observed no evidence of emergency escape route plan in the Yurt Room. | |||
| 2021-09-01 | Full | 13A.16.10.04A | Open |
| Findings: Licensing Specialist observed cleaning solutions stored in unlocked cabinet in Yurt Room. | |||
| 2021-09-01 | Full | 13A.16.10.04F | Corrected |
| Findings: Licensing Specialist observed uncapped electrical socket in Room 113. Corrected at time of inspection. | |||
| 2021-09-01 | Full | 13A.16.11.03A | Open |
| Findings: Licensing Specialist observed no evidence of written handwashing procedure in Rooms 112 and 113. | |||
| 2021-09-01 | Full | 13A.16.12.04F(3) | Open |
| Findings: Licensing Specialist observed no evidence of thermometer in Yurt Room. | |||
| 2021-07-14 | Other | ||
| Findings: No Noncompliances Found | |||
| 2019-05-28 | Mandatory Review | 13A.16.06.05C(1) | Corrected |
| Findings: LS observed no evidence of approved continued training for the center director. Facility must obtain evidence of training as well as documentation of completed trainings on the professional development plan. | |||
| 2019-05-28 | Mandatory Review | 13A.16.06.12A(3) | Corrected |
| Findings: LS observed no evidence of approved continued training for the child care teacher aides. Facility must obtain evidence of training as well as documentation of completed trainings on the professional development plan. | |||
| 2019-05-28 | Mandatory Review | 13A.16.06.09B(1) | Corrected |
| Findings: LS observed no evidence of approved continued training for child care teacher. Facility must obtain evidence of training as well as documentation of completed trainings on the professional development plan. | |||
| 2018-05-24 | Full | 13A.16.03.04C | Corrected |
| Findings: LS observed children's emergency forms missing the following information: person authorized for daily pick up; & child's physician information. Facility must have parents fill out the forms in its entirety and submit evidence of completion to the OCC. | |||
| 2018-05-24 | Full | 13A.16.11.04A(1)(a) | Corrected |
| Findings: LS observed medication on site with no authorization form. Facility must obtain the appropriate forms. Submit evidence to the OCC. | |||
| 2018-05-24 | Full | 13A.16.11.04A(1)(b) | Corrected |
| Findings: LS observed medication on site with no authorization form. Facility must obtain the appropriate forms. Submit evidence to the OCC. | |||
| 2018-05-24 | Full | 13A.16.11.04A(3) | Corrected |
| Findings: LS observed medication on site with no prescription label. Facility must return meds to parents and obtain appropriate labeling. | |||
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