Beth's Home Childcare-Preschool, Mount Airy
Based on 4 reviews
About
Beth's Home Childcare-Preschool is a small mixed aged program. We are registered with the State of Maryland and Licensed through (MSDE) Maryland Department of Education since 2013. I am a mother of three children and 2 Pug dogs. Beth Roberts (Owner and Lead Teacher) graduated from Hood College in Frederick, Maryland with a Bachelor’s Degree in Elementary and Special Education.
Beth's Home Childcare-Preschool provides a structured childcare center feeling and at the same time your family will feel the home atmosphere that our program offers. We offer a combination of Play-based, Academic based, Structured and Non-Structured Play throughout our day.
Beth's Home Childcare-Preschool offers activities and learning opportunities that will allow the children to grow and develop in areas of Personal and Social Development, Language, Mathematical Thinking, Scientific Thinking, Social Studies, The Arts, and Health and Physical Education.
Daily Schedule:
Structured and Non-Structured Play, Whole Group Language Arts, Small Group Language Arts, Music, Outdoor Play/Recess, Art, Arts and Crafts, Weekly Themed Curriculum, Social Studies, Science, Math,Reading, Story Time, Centers,Gardening, Drop-in Care, Date Night, Emergency Care, Weekend Care, and more.
Qualifications:
1. Teacher (Beth Roberts) has her Bachelor Degree in Elementary and Special Education. (Preschool and School Age Child Teacher Qualified)
2. National Association for Family Child Care Accreditation ( I am the only Home Daycare in Mt. Airy that has been awarded Accreditation)
3. Maryland Child Care Credentialed (Highest Level)
4. Participant of the Maryland Food Program ( I provide breakfast, 2 snacks, lunch and dinner depending on your child's hours of care)
5. Participant of the Maryland Asthma Program
6. Maryland Lets Move Childcare Program
7. Maryland Excels (Highest Level)
8. Weekly Themed Curriculum
9. Pre-K and Preschool Program ( Ages 2-5)
10. Each child will have Individualized Care and Attention
11. Sids Trained
12. CPR Certified
14. Smoke Free Home
15. First Aid Certified
16. State Approved Curriculum used when lesson planning
Disclaimer: the licensing status was checked when this listing was created. We do our best to keep information up-to-date, but cannot guarantee that it is. You should verify the license/permit/registration status before enrolling in any child care program.
Parent Reviews
Grace E.
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Posted 6 years ago
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My son started at Mrs Roberts daycare, 08/28/17. She informed me that day that I would need someone else to watch him on the 29th as she had an MRI appointment for her daughter, & no back up provider. That Thursday at pickup, she asked me to pick my son up an hour after drop off the following day, and bring him to work for several hours while she went to a teacher meet & greet at her children's school. I work at a farm/slaughterhouse. Not my fault that she, the daycare provider, was unprepared. 09/11, I was home sick with food poisoning, and my son was home with me. 09/12/17 at pickup she rudely told me that I smelled. The following day at pickup, I asked for an apology for her rude comment. She didn't apologize, & made excuses bringing my boyfriend & home situation with my work boots up as if it was any of her business. Thursday morning at drop off, I was denied entering the facility while my son was ushered inside. I didn't get to hug or kiss my son goodbye before leaving for work. I informed her at pickup that afternoon that Friday would be his last day, and that I had found another facility that better suited mine & my son's needs. 10:30 pm that night, I received a text from her. "Due to recent events I have decided to terminate our agreement effectively today September 14, 2017. Thursday. I will be available tomorrow between 6pm to 7 pm for you to retrieve his diapers and deposit."
I almost lost my job over this because I had zero time to find emergency care. I showed up to retrieve the diapers & money. The diapers were on the front porch but no money. No one answered the door. I rang the doorbell a few times, & knocked once. After realizing she wasn't going to refund the money, I decided to leave when a police officer pulled up. Apparently Mrs Roberts felt threatened by me, and felt that I was going to retaliate in some violent [redacted] conclusion, this woman is crazy and should not be caring for children.
Response from the provider:
Hi, Thank you for writing a review but I have never cared for your child. Please remove your review as you are not one of my childcare parents and this review is not relevant to my childcare or about me.
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Cheryl C.
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Posted 6 years ago
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Good care but not available as needed. Lots of days off which can be hard on parents.
Response from the provider:
I really enjoyed watching your infant son the one day that I watched him in April. I informed you that I can only watch two children under the age of two at one time. I would need at least 24-48 hour notice in case I did not have an infant opening available the days that you would need drop in care. I am sorry that the days that you needed drop in care I did not have an opening. It was a pleasure caring for your son and if you need drop in care in the future I would be happy to care for him if I have an opening available the day you would need drop in care.
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Mandy W.
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Posted 8 years ago
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Beth is amazing with children & also amazing with my daughter. I only wish I lived closer to her. I f I did my daughter would be with her during the day. Beth works hard to make sure all kids are getting the best in care and in learning new things. I highly recommended her for child care and learning.
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Lindsay W.
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Posted 8 years ago
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Beth has watched my son full time since he was 3 months old. He loves spending the day with Beth and her family. I love knowing my son is well cared for and treated like part of Beth's family. I highly recommend Beth!
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Home-based
Hours
7:00am - 11:00pm
Ages
6 weeks - 12 years
Kindergarten
Yes
Before School Care
Yes
After School Care
Yes
Accreditation
NAFCC
Meals Provided
Yes
Transportation
No
Facilities
• Fenced Facilities
• Playground
• Multipurpose Room
• Computers
• iPads/Tablets
• Library
