Licensed Child Care Center
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AlphaBEST@Kettering Elementary
Upper Marlboro, MD
· Prince George's County
Layton Street,
Upper Marlboro, MD 20774
Quick Facts
Capacity
30 children
Age Range
5 years to 15 years
Subsidized Program
Participates
Food Program
Does not participate
State Rating
1
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Licensed Licensed Child Care Center
Active License
License Number
258408
Issued By
Maryland State Department of Education
District Office
Region 4 - Prince George's County
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About the Provider
AlphaBEST@Kettering Elementary is a Licensed Child Care Center in Upper Marlboro MD, with a maximum capacity of 30 children. This child care center helps with children in the age range of 5 years to 15 years. The provider also participates in a subsidized child care program.
Hours of Operation
- Monday 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM September - June
- Tuesday 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM September - June
- Wednesday 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM September - June
- Thursday 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM September - June
- Friday 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM September - June
- Saturday Closed
- Sunday Closed
Inspection/Report History
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| Date | Type | Regulations | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-02-04 | Full | 13A.16.03.02F(2) | Corrected |
| Findings: Regional Manager observed that 3 out of the 8 children's files reviewed were missing the required lead test results. Facility is asked to review all children's files to ensure this information is obtained and submit a letter of correction upon completion. | |||
| 2026-02-04 | Full | 13A.16.03.04C | Corrected |
| Findings: Regional Manager reviewed 5 out of the 8 files reviewed and observed that either the second page or child's physician or source of health care was missing. Facility is asked to review all children's files to ensure all forms are completed and obtained and send a letter of corrections upon completion. | |||
| 2026-02-04 | Full | 13A.16.03.06A(2) | Corrected |
| Findings: Regional Manager was informed at the time of the inspection that a staff member has no longer been at the facility since November 2024. Facility is asked to submit the second page of the personnel list to remove the staff member. | |||
| 2026-02-04 | Full | 13A.16.10.02E | Corrected |
| Findings: Regional Manger was unable to observed an operable flashlight, ice bag or chemical ice pack, or whistle in the First Aid Kit. Facility is asked to obtain the missing items and submit photographic evidence upon completion. | |||
| 2026-02-04 | Full | 13A.16.11.04A(3) | Corrected |
| Findings: Regional Manager observed medication for a child in care in a plastic bag with their name on it. Facility is reminded that all medication must be in its original container. | |||
| 2025-02-14 | Mandatory Review | 13A.16.06.05C(1) | Corrected |
| Findings: While conducting a Mandatory Inspection LS observed Director without annual continued trainings. Per regulations continued trainings must be completed annually. | |||
| 2025-02-14 | Mandatory Review | 13A.16.06.12B(1) | Corrected |
| Findings: While conducting a Mandatory Inspection LS observed 1 aide without annual continued trainings. Per regulations continued trainings must be completed annually. | |||
| 2024-01-26 | Conversion | 13A.16.03.04D(3) | Corrected |
| Findings: While conducting a Conversion Inspection Licensing Specialist observed 1 child without part one of the Health Assessment incomplete and 4 children without part 2 of the Health Assessment completed. Specialist informed Director that all children must have part 1 and part of the Health Assessment completed in its entirety. | |||
| 2024-01-26 | Conversion | 13A.16.03.04G | Corrected |
| Findings: While reviewing child records Licensing Specialist observed 3 children without immunization records. Centers must maintain immunization records for all children enrolled in facility. | |||
| 2024-01-26 | Mandatory Review | ||
| Findings: No Noncompliances Found | |||
| 2022-12-14 | Mandatory Review | 13A.16.02.01E | Corrected |
| Findings: LS did not observe any evidence of the license posted in a conspicuous location where it can be easily seen or read by parents or visitors. | |||
| 2022-12-14 | Mandatory Review | 13A.16.03.05B | Corrected |
| Findings: LS did not observe any evidence of a staffing pattern posted in a conspicuous location for review by parents or visitors. | |||
| 2022-12-14 | Mandatory Review | 13A.16.03.06A(1) | Corrected |
| Findings: LS did not receive any evidence of any new employee or staff members at this site from the operator. LS was informed by the employee that she has been at this site since September 2022. LS observed the staff member and children in gym which was not approved by OCC. | |||
| 2022-12-14 | Mandatory Review | 13A.16.03.06A(2) | Corrected |
| Findings: LS did not receive notification that the prior employee listed on the associated party was removed or ended employment at this site. | |||
| 2022-12-14 | Mandatory Review | 13A.16.04.01B | Corrected |
| Findings: LS observed a staff person unknown to OCC providing supervision to twenty children in care. | |||
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