Looking for care? 

Dear Families, 

Please be advised that the need for child care is extremely high. We are experiencing limited infant availability throughout the county. We recommend you ask about waitlists and welcome you to resubmit your form every few weeks, as provider availablity can change at any time.

What is a family child care provider?

Maryland licensed family child care, also known as family child care (FCC), is a regulated program that allows a provider to care for children in their home:

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FCC is care provided to children 13 or younger at a place other than the child's residence.

Requirements

To become a licensed FCC provider in Maryland, you must:

• Be at least 18 years old

• Pass a criminal background check

• Pass a health screening

• Have a safe and well-equipped home

• Obtain a "certificate of registration" from the Office of Child Care

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Number of children in care

The number of children a provider can care for depends on the type of FCC home:

• Family Child Care Home: Up to eight children, with no more than two under the age of two

• Large Family Child Care Home: Between nine and 12 children, with no more than four under the age of two

You can learn more about becoming a licensed FCC provider by:

• Contacting the OCC Regional Licensing Office in your area

• Taking the Family Child Care Orientation Session

• Completing Pre-Service Training

• Making sure your home is safe and properly equipped

• Passing OCC, Fire Safety, and Other Required Inspections

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[1] https://earlychildhood.marylandpublicschools.org/child-care-providers/family-child-care-providers

[2] https://marylandchild.org/care/

[3] https://www.childcareed.com/a/maryland-requirements-for-becoming-a-home-daycare-provider.html

[4] https://www.wonderschool.com/p/child-care-provider-resources/4-steps-to-get-your-family-child-care-license-in-maryland/

[5] https://earlychildhood.marylandpublicschools.org/system/files/filedepot/3/applicationpacketfamilychildcarehomeregistration.pdf

[6] https://earlychildhood.marylandpublicschools.org/child-care-providers/licensing/licensing-orientations

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Many programs are set up as learning environments and the space is designed with the children in mind! Most providers are early childhood educators spending countless hours researching, training and creating environments for the children to grow, learn and be successful. 

We are required to complete First Aid, CPR, SIDS, Medication Administration training in addition to annual training in several content areas. Our homes are also inspected every year. The inspection is conducted by the state licensing department to ensure the safety of your child!

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Please be sure that the provider you are contacting is licensed

and has a registration posted conspicuously.

The Calvert County Family Daycare Association will only connect you with licensed programs, however, it is the responsibility of the parent/guardian to ensure the program's validity.

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ALL CHILD CARE PROVIDERS IN OUR ASSOCIATION ARE REQUIRED TO BE LICENSED WITH THE MARYLAND STATE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION'S OFFICE OF CHILD CARE

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If you are looking for child care, you may:

• Add your information on one of our local Facebook groups  

          https://www.facebook.com/groups/2466356823668151

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• Email Lead Coordinator, Shenika Batson: lilscholarselc@gmail.com

• Complete the form below

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Please include the following information in your email, post or when filling out the form below. 

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- number and ages of children in need of care

- preferred area

- school district if applicable

- Days and hours needed

- Starting date

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The information will be shared with all licensed child care providers in our association, and they should reach out to you if they are able to assist.