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Registered Family Child Care Home

Benjamin, Florence

Bethesda, MD · Montgomery County
★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ 4.0 (9 reviews)
Lone Oak Drive, Bethesda, MD 20817
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Quick Facts

Capacity
8 children
Age Range
0-23 Months, 2 years, 3 years, 4 years, 5 years, 5 years to 12 years
Subsidized Program
Does not participate

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Contact Information

📞 (301) 897-3859
Lone Oak Drive
Bethesda, MD 20817
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• Registered Family Child Care Home
Not found in current state licensing data

This provider appeared in previous licensing records but was not found in our most recent state data update.

Historical licensing information
Previous license status
Open
License Number
134922
Issued By
Maryland State Department of Education
District Office
Region 5 - Montgomery County

Reviews

4.0
★ ★ ★ ★ ☆
9 reviews
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bestmother66
2023-08-29 20:43:59
★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆
I have used this provider for more than 6 months

Kinda icky. There’s a lot of suspicious things that happen behind closed doors. A lot of bullying.

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Emliy930848
2022-02-02 02:04:39
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
I have used this provider for more than 6 months

Benjis daycare is the best. I used to go there when i was little. She is a nice women and a nice heart. There are about 8 children at her daycare. Everyone gets the happiest time at benjis.she is the nicent women you will ever meet. And now that i have 3children of my own i will be taking them to her!.

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Zelda Inness
2021-06-23 23:27:36
★ ★ ★ ★ ☆
I have toured this provider's facility, but have not used its services

Provider is kind; however, very particular about low income children who are not allowed in her facility. Only accepts private pay. Tends to be over crowed and too many family and friend visitors from Florida and out of state. Children do not wear mask; also family during business hours. Very scary. Please request camera in the home to ensure safety. Babies are kept in upstairs room and the dog is unruly. Otherwise; safe environment.

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carolyn
2021-04-19 22:19:46
★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆
I have toured this provider's facility, but have not used its services

The provider is particular and cares for children who are not low incomed. The environment is safe and children will not be harmed; its a social kind of environment; on educational and tends to be over crowded. The number in capacity surpasses 8. Overall, safe for kids.

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Nbarry
2021-04-16 10:17:00
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
I have used this provider for more than 6 months

Ms. Benjamin is the perfect care for my daughter. Extremely Gentle, Caring and Loving, detailed oriented, very communicative, great ideas, but also strict when need to be. She treats the children like her own. Every child is special with her. She is a true blessing for my family. My daughter has so much fun a the daycare. Highly recommended.

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BENJIISTHEBEST
2020-09-25 17:15:01
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
I have used this provider for more than 6 months

BENJI IS THE BEST U SHOULD COME NOW!!!!!!!!!!

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JonnyAppleSeed123
2019-07-05 21:59:55
★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆

My child told me the Florence is very mean to him, the girls are inappropriate, and theirs always problems. Almost every day he tells me that he had an horrible day at benji's. Do not recommend!

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Motherof3
2017-10-05 03:30:29
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
I have used this provider for more than 6 months

Most providers do this kind of business for the money but mrs. Benjamin truly loves kids it’s obvious. My kids never want to leave and feel very comfortable at her home. She treats my kids like they were her own. What more can you ask for?

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ada612
2016-05-19 12:11:43
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
I have used this provider for more than 6 months

Excellent care by a loving, amazing woman! My child went there from age 5 to 13. Florence treats the children with love and respect. It is the best possible care for your child. nothing better to know your child is safe.

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About the Provider

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Benjamin, Florence is a Registered Family Child Care Home in Bethesda 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. It is open Monday - Friday, 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM. The provider does not participate 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

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
2022-06-30 Mandatory Review 13A.15.03.04A(1) Corrected
Findings: Licensing Specialist observed 2 children's emergency forms that were missing an emergency pick-up person, the children's health provider info, the parent's signature, and date. One child's emergency form was missing the health provider information.
2022-06-30 Mandatory Review 13A.15.06.02B(1) Corrected
Findings: Licensing Specialist observed no evidence of the provider's completion of the health and safety training.
2022-06-30 Mandatory Review 13A.15.06.02B(3) Corrected
Findings: Licensing Specialist observed no evidence of the provider's completion of the required continued training from 2019-2020, or 2020-2021.
2021-05-18 Full 13A.15.03.03B Corrected
Findings: Licensing specialist observed no evidence of attendance records.
2021-05-18 Full 13A.15.03.03H Corrected
Findings: Licensing specialist observed no evidence of attendance records or fire drill records being maintained for 2 years.
2021-05-18 Full 13A.15.03.04A(1) Corrected
Findings: Licensing specialist observed 3 children's emergency forms that were missing the health provider information. One child's emergency form was missing an authorized person to pick the child up daily. Licensing specialist observed no emergency form for 3 children enrolled in the child care.
2021-05-18 Full 13A.15.03.04C Corrected
Findings: Licensing specialist observed no evidence of a file for 3 children in care. One child's file was missing a health assessment. One child was missing an immunization records.
2021-05-18 Full 13A.15.05.05A Corrected
Findings: Licensing specialist observed 2 air conditioning units which were accessible to the children in the outdoor activity area.
2021-05-18 Full 13A.15.06.02B(1) Corrected
Findings: Licensing specialist observed no evidence of the provider's successful completion of basic health and safety training.
2021-05-18 Full 13A.15.06.02B(3) Corrected
Findings: Licensing specialist observed no evidence of the required training completed by the provider for 2019-2020.
2021-05-18 Full 13A.15.06.02C(1) Corrected
Findings: Licensing specialist observed no evidence of a professional development plan being maintained by the provider.
2021-05-18 Full 13A.15.06.03E Corrected
Findings: Licensing specialist observed no evidence of orientation for the provider's substitutes.
2021-05-18 Full 13A.15.10.02 Corrected
Findings: Licensing specialist observed cleaning agents on a ledge which was assessible to children in care. Provider made the items inaccessible during the inspection.
2020-09-01 Mandatory Review 13A.15.03.04A(3) Corrected
Findings: Emergency Cards need to be completely filled out to include physicians information. The second page also needs to be completed. Please have parents fill out completely.
2020-05-07 Other 13A.15.03.04A(1) Corrected
Findings: The parents need to fill in the name, address and phone number of the children on 6 emergency cards. Please have the parent fill in the name, address and phone of the child's pediatrician and at least 1 emergency contact person with their phone number and address on one emergency card. Correct by the end of business day today.
2019-05-02 Full 13A.15.10.01A(3) Corrected
Findings: The provider did not conduct and record fire drills from October 2018 to March 2019. The provider must ensure that she conducts and records monthly fire drills. Please use one fire drill form per year. Correct within 24 hours.
2019-05-02 Full 13A.15.03.04A(1) Corrected
Findings: Please have the parents fill in the missing highlighted information on four emergency cards. Correct by the end of business day today.
2019-05-02 Full 13A.15.03.03A Corrected
Findings: Obtain signed and dated parent/provider contracts for all 8 enrolled children. Correct within 24 hours.
2019-05-02 Full 13A.15.05.06C(2) Corrected
Findings: Please purchase one more mat, cot or sleeping bag. Correct within 24 hours.
2019-05-02 Full 13A.15.05.04B(1) Corrected
Findings: Electrical outlets in bedroom 1 and bedroom need covering. Corrected today during the inspection.
2019-05-02 Full 13A.15.03.03E Corrected
Findings: One child needs evidence that the parents received a copy of the consumer pamphlet, or you may post a copy of the pamphlet in the child care area. Correct by the end of business day today.
2019-05-02 Full 13A.15.03.04A(3) Corrected
Findings: Six emergency cards need to be updated and initialed by the parents. Correct by the end of business day today.
2019-05-02 Full 13A.15.05.06C(1) Corrected
Findings: Please purchase one portable crib to replace the one that is broken. Correct within 48 hours.
2019-05-02 Full 13A.15.10.01A(4) Corrected
Findings: Please update and initial your emergency preparedness and disaster plan, which must be updated annually. Correct within 24 hours.
2019-05-02 Full 13A.15.09.01A Corrected
Findings: Please revise the posted activity plan, making sure that you provide a meal or a snack every 3 hours and that the children have outside playtime in the morning and the afternoon. The activity plan should cover the full day from the time the children arrive until the time they are dismissed. Once the activity plan is revised, please scan a copy to the LS and repost the plan in the child care area. Correct within 24 hours.
2019-05-02 Full 13A.15.03.02A Corrected
Findings: Please obtain two fully completed, signed and dated emergency cards for two children. Obtain Part I and Part II of the Health Inventory for one child. Obtain Part II of the Health Inventory for one child. Correct within 24 hours.
2019-05-02 Full 13A.15.05.03B Corrected
Findings: Paper towels are needed in both bathrooms. Corrected today during the inspection.

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