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Chesterbrook Academy - Germantown
Germantown, MD
· Montgomery County
19400 Crystal Rock Drive,
Germantown, MD 20874
Quick Facts
Capacity
138 children
Age Range
2 years, 3 years, 4 years, 5 years, 5 years to 15 years
Subsidized Program
Participates
State Rating
1
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Contact Information
📞 (301) 353-1202
Licensed Licensed Child Care Center
Active License
License Number
160451
Issued By
Maryland State Department of Education
District Office
Region 5 - Montgomery County
Reviews
snow
2015-11-05 05:50:29
★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆
I have used this provider for more than 6 months
I wouldn't even give single star to this school. The worst school ever. Administration person and the teachers are very careless and unfit for their roles. They are only bothered for the weekly fee. I will never recommend this school ; chesterbrook academy, germantown md to anyone .
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About the Provider
What makes our school so special? Imagine children having so much fun in school that they can’t wait to arrive each morning. The excitement of our preschoolers is the result of a team effort. Our teachers are enthusiastic about developing lifelong learners. They genuinely care about children, and have the sensitivity and knowledge to understand a child’s individual developmental needs and learning styles.
Our learning environment is built around children and their needs. It’s a place where children feel safe and ready to absorb what the world has to offer. Our classrooms feature well-equipped learning centers to allow hands-on practice of new skills in smaller groups. Outdoor time on our playground is built into every day’s schedule, weather permitting.
Nothing is more important than your child’s safety. We maintain records of those authorized to pick up each child. No child is released without proper authorization. All visitors to our school are greeted, asked to sign the Visitor Log and state the purpose of their visit. Picture identification is required from all unfamiliar visitors.
We know that parents play a critical role in their child's educational success and positive attitude toward learning. So, building and maintaining strong parent-teacher relationships is crucial to everything we do here. For children to get the best possible education, everyone needs to be involved. We’re proud that at our school, effective communication among parents, teachers and staff is a way of life.
After you've had the opportunity to review our website, please feel free to contact us to schedule a private tour. We look forward to meeting with you to gain an understanding of your child’s educational needs, and discussing how our school can meet them.
Our learning environment is built around children and their needs. It’s a place where children feel safe and ready to absorb what the world has to offer. Our classrooms feature well-equipped learning centers to allow hands-on practice of new skills in smaller groups. Outdoor time on our playground is built into every day’s schedule, weather permitting.
Nothing is more important than your child’s safety. We maintain records of those authorized to pick up each child. No child is released without proper authorization. All visitors to our school are greeted, asked to sign the Visitor Log and state the purpose of their visit. Picture identification is required from all unfamiliar visitors.
We know that parents play a critical role in their child's educational success and positive attitude toward learning. So, building and maintaining strong parent-teacher relationships is crucial to everything we do here. For children to get the best possible education, everyone needs to be involved. We’re proud that at our school, effective communication among parents, teachers and staff is a way of life.
After you've had the opportunity to review our website, please feel free to contact us to schedule a private tour. We look forward to meeting with you to gain an understanding of your child’s educational needs, and discussing how our school can meet them.
Hours of Operation
- Monday 6:30 AM - 6:30 PM
- Tuesday 6:30 AM - 6:30 PM
- Wednesday 6:30 AM - 6:30 PM
- Thursday 6:30 AM - 6:30 PM
- Friday 6:30 AM - 6:30 PM
- Saturday Closed
- Sunday Closed
Inspection/Report History
Where possible, ChildcareCenter provides inspection reports as a service to families. This information is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed. We encourage families to contact the daycare provider directly with any questions or concerns. Reports can also be verified with your local daycare licensing office.
| Date | Type | Regulations | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-03-13 | Monitoring | ||
| Findings: No Noncompliances Found | |||
| 2026-01-12 | Monitoring | ||
| Findings: No Noncompliances Found | |||
| 2025-11-07 | Monitoring | ||
| Findings: No Noncompliances Found | |||
| 2025-09-19 | Monitoring | ||
| Findings: No Noncompliances Found | |||
| 2025-09-11 | Complaint | 13A.16.03.03B(1) | Corrected |
| Findings: The operator did not ensure the whereabouts of each child in attendance was known at all times. | |||
| 2025-09-11 | Complaint | 13A.16.07.06A | Corrected |
| Findings: The operator did not ensure the safety and security of each child at all times. | |||
| 2025-09-11 | Complaint | 13A.16.08.01A(2)(b) | Corrected |
| Findings: The operator did not ensure that each child received adequate supervision and care at all times which is appropriate to the individual age, needs, and capabilities of the child. | |||
| 2025-09-11 | Mandatory Review | 13A.16.05.01A(2) | Corrected |
| Findings: Licensing Specialist observed several rooms with peeling paint on walls and floor molding trim. | |||
| 2025-09-11 | Mandatory Review | 13A.16.06.12A(3) | Corrected |
| Findings: Some employees were missing the approved basic health and safety training that was due within 90 days of their employment. | |||
| 2025-09-11 | Mandatory Review | 13A.16.06.12C | Corrected |
| Findings: Some employees did not complete the aide orientation that was due withing 6 months of their hire date. | |||
| 2025-07-25 | Monitoring | 13A.16.08.02B | Corrected |
| Findings: Licensing Specialist observed two rooms, Room 7 and Room 3 with two Aides in charge of the groups. | |||
| 2025-06-25 | Complaint | 13A.16.03.03B(1) | Corrected |
| Findings: The operator did not maintain / follow procedures to ensure that the whereabouts of each child in attendance was known at all times. | |||
| 2025-06-25 | Complaint | 13A.16.07.06A | Corrected |
| Findings: The operator did not ensure the safety and security of each child at all times. | |||
| 2025-06-25 | Complaint | 13A.16.08.01A(2)(b) | Corrected |
| Findings: The operator did not ensure that each child received adequate supervision and care at all times which is appropriate to the individual age, needs, and capabilities of the child. | |||
| 2023-08-10 | Complaint | 13A.16.07.06A | Corrected |
| Findings: The center did not ensure the security and safety for each child at all times. | |||
| 2023-08-10 | Complaint | 13A.16.08.01A(2)(b) | Corrected |
| Findings: The center did not provide adequate supervision and care for a child at all times. | |||
| 2023-08-10 | Complaint | 13A.16.08.07A | Corrected |
| Findings: Center did not provide appropriate supervision for a child In Room 2. | |||
| 2023-08-10 | Monitoring | ||
| Findings: No Noncompliances Found | |||
| 2023-03-03 | Complaint | 13A.16.07.01 | Corrected |
| Findings: Center did confirm a student was subjected to injurious treatment by an employee . | |||
| 2023-03-03 | Complaint | 13A.16.07.03B(4) | Corrected |
| Findings: Employee grabbed child by their arm as a means of discipline. | |||
| 2022-05-13 | Complaint | 13A.16.03.06A(2) | Corrected |
| Findings: Center did not report the ending of employment for staff in a timely manner. Corrected on site: Reported at Inspection | |||
| 2022-05-13 | Complaint | 13A.16.07.06A | Corrected |
| Findings: The operator shall ensure safety and security of each child at all times. Corrected on site: Staff will continue to ensure safety of all children at all times. | |||
| 2022-05-13 | Complaint | 13A.16.08.01A(2)(b) | Corrected |
| Findings: The operator will ensure children receive adequate supervision at all times. Corrected on site: Acting Director spoke with both employees to ensure children are always in site and sound of the teachers. | |||
| 2022-03-02 | Complaint | 13A.16.03.05B | Corrected |
| Findings: Staffing patterns are not posted in a conspicuous place and are not current as required. | |||
| 2022-03-02 | Complaint | 13A.16.08.03D(2)(b) | Corrected |
| Findings: At inspection, teachers disclosed that Room 5 had 11 children with one teacher this morning, which does not meet staff/child ratios for preschool children. | |||
| 2022-03-02 | Complaint | 13A.16.10.01A(4) | Corrected |
| Findings: LS observed Emergency escape route floor plans are either not visible or not present in 3 classrooms as required. | |||
| 2021-09-14 | Mandatory Review | 13A.16.02.03C(4) | Corrected |
| Findings: Fire permit expired 2/28/2021 | |||
| 2021-09-14 | Mandatory Review | 13A.16.05.01A(2) | Corrected |
| Findings: Room three has a nail in the wall that could potentially be dangerous for children in care. | |||
| 2021-09-14 | Mandatory Review | 13A.16.05.12D | Corrected |
| Findings: The activity area has a broken board that lines the gate. Shed lock is broken and needs to be repaired. Director stated work order has been completed for new shed door. | |||
| 2020-11-13 | Full | 13A.16.03.06A(2) | Corrected |
| Findings: Center failed to report termination of employees in a timely manner. | |||
| 2020-01-31 | Complaint | 13A.16.08.01A(2)(b) | Corrected |
| Findings: Center did not provide adequate supervision for child in care. | |||
| 2020-01-31 | Complaint | 13A.16.08.02B | Corrected |
| Findings: An Aide was in charge of a preschool classroom. | |||
| 2019-12-18 | Complaint | 13A.16.07.06A | Corrected |
| Findings: Child was left unattended on play ground for about 2mintues. | |||
| 2019-12-18 | Complaint | 13A.16.08.01A(2)(a) | Corrected |
| Findings: A child was not supervised appropriately by staff as she returned to outside play. | |||
| 2019-08-23 | Complaint | 13A.16.07.02B | Corrected |
| Findings: Center will re-address their discipline policy with all staff and ensure that no children are subjected to injurious treatment. | |||
| 2019-08-23 | Complaint | 13A.16.07.02A(1) | Corrected |
| Findings: Center did not report in a timely manner an alleged abuse that had happened at the Center. | |||
| 2019-08-23 | Mandatory Review | 13A.16.02.03C(4) | Corrected |
| Findings: Center does not have a current fire permit. Fire Permit expired 2/28/2019. | |||
| 2019-08-23 | Mandatory Review | 13A.16.05.01A(1) | Corrected |
| Findings: Center needs to repair vent in room 7. Specialist observed a hole in the wall in the hallway and Room 4 that needs to be repaired. | |||
| 2019-08-23 | Mandatory Review | 13A.16.10.04A | Corrected |
| Findings: The center will need to ensure all cabinets in the classroom are inaccessible to children in care. The current cabinets locks allow children access to the items in the cabinet which include some cleaning products. | |||
| 2019-08-23 | Mandatory Review | 13A.16.08.02B | Corrected |
| Findings: Specialist Observed 2 Aides in Room 1 with no approved teacher in charge of classroom. Corrected on site. | |||
| 2019-08-23 | Mandatory Review | 13A.16.03.06A(1) | Corrected |
| Findings: Center did not report to the OCC that a seasonal employee had returned back to the center for employment. | |||
| 2019-08-23 | Mandatory Review | 13A.16.06.12B | Corrected |
| Findings: Aide was hired in December 2018 and has not completed her Aide orientation training. | |||
| 2019-08-23 | Mandatory Review | 13A.16.08.03C | Corrected |
| Findings: Specialist observed one approved teacher with 16 children in the 3&4 year classroom. Corrected on site. | |||
| 2019-08-23 | Mandatory Review | 13A.16.03.06A(2) | Corrected |
| Findings: Center did not report the last day of an employee in a timely manner to the OCC. | |||
| 2019-03-21 | Mandatory Review | 13A.16.08.03C | Corrected |
| Findings: No evidence of a the staff child ratio of 1:10 being maintained in Room 6. LS observed 21 children alone with the aide while teacher was on break. A second staff teacher was called into the room to correct the staff child ratio. Corrected during inspection. | |||
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