A-Level Minds
MAIN STREET, REISTERSTOWN, MD 21136Childery Rating: 4/5
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Quality Indicators
See Methodology →- Overall QualityCombines daily care quality (interactions, learning, environment) with structural features like staff-to-child ratios and teacher qualifications.4 / 5
- Process QualityThe quality of daily care — caregiver-child interactions, learning activities, and the emotional climate. Drawn from the state QRIS rating, accreditations, and Head Start CLASS observations.3 / 5
- Structural QualityMeasurable features like staff-to-child ratios, group sizes, license status, and teacher qualifications. Provider-level data when available; otherwise the state regulatory baseline.5 / 5
Why this rating
This daycare earned 4 out of 5 stars overall. Process quality reflects a Maryland EXCELS rating of Level 3 (out of 5). Structural quality reflects a license in good standing. The structural rating also includes Maryland's licensing baseline — what every licensed daycare in the state must meet. Maryland caps infant ratios at 1:3, toddler ratios at 1:3, and preschool ratios at 1:10. Lead teachers must hold a High School Diploma. Teachers must complete 12 hours of annual training.
Quality Recognitions & Accreditations
- State Quality Rating
- Maryland EXCELS Level 3 (Max 5) Learn more →
- Accreditations
- National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC)Not Accredited
- National Accreditation Commission (NAC)Not Accredited
- National Early Childhood Program Accreditation (NECPA)Not Accredited
- National Association for Family Child Care (NAFCC)Not Accredited
Facility Info
- Facility type
- Child Care Center
- Age groups served
- Toddlers, Preschool, School-Age
- Licensed capacity
- 29
- Teacher-child ratios & group sizesState Minimum Displayed
Age Max ratio Max group Toddlers 1:3 9 Preschool 1:10 20
Teacher Credentials
- Lead teacher credentialState Minimum Displayed
- High School Diploma
Inspection History
Across 3 inspections since 2023, the issues cited most often were Children's Records & Files (5), Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (3), and Infectious Disease Prevention & Control (2). None of the 14 findings were critical.
See All 3 Inspection Visits
Aug 8, 202511 Findings11 Important
- The Director Did Not Have Records of Program Enrollment. Correct Immediately.13A.16.03.03A(1)
- One Emergency Form Was Not Updated and Another One Was Missing at Least One Emergency Contact Information. Correct Immediately.13A.16.03.04C
- LS Observed No Health Inventory Part One for Two Children. Correct Immediately.13A.16.03.04D(1-2)
- LS Observed No Lead Test Results for One Child13A.16.03.04E
LS observed no lead test results for one child. Corrected on site when the director received a form from the parent, printed it, and placed it in the child's file.
- Staff Files Were Missing Medical Evaluation for One Employee13A.16.03.05C
Staff files were missing medical evaluation for one employee, orientation checklist for an aide and a teacher, and age verification documentation. Some corrections were made on site; two COMAR orientation checklists were completed and age verification documentation for a teacher, music teacher and a
- LS Observed No Trash Containers in Rooms 1/2, 3, and 413A.16.05.11D(1)
LS observed no trash containers in rooms 1/2, 3, and 4. In both bathrooms LS observed no liners in trash containers. Corrected on site when the director ordered trash containers and liners. LS received copies of receipts during this inspection.
- There Is No Separate Trash Container for Diaper Discards13A.16.05.11D(2)
There is no separate trash container for diaper discards. Corrected on site when the director ordered a container for diapers. LS received a receipt.
- LS Observed an Aide Assisting a Child in a Bathroom While Teachers and Children Were in Room 1/ Room 213A.16.07.06A
LS observed an aide assisting a child in a bathroom while teachers and children were in room 1/ room 2. Corrected on side when the aide and a child came back to room 1/room 2.
- LS Observed an Aide Assisting a Child in a Bathroom While Teachers and Children Were in Room 1/213A.16.08.01A(2)(a)
LS observed an aide assisting a child in a bathroom while teachers and children were in room 1/2. Corrected on side when the aide and a child came back to room 1/room 2.
- The Emergency and Disaster Plan Has Not Been Updated. Corrected on Site When the Director Updated the Plan.13A.16.10.01A(3)(d)
- First Aid Kit Was Missing: Washcloths, Fragrance Free Soap, and a Whistle13A.16.10.02E
First aid kit was missing: washcloths, fragrance free soap, and a whistle. Corrected on site when the director ordered all missing items during the inspection. LS received a copy of the receipt of purchase.
Jul 12, 20241 Finding1 Important
- LS Observed Missing Professional Development Plans for All Staff. Please Correct by Sending Completed Plans to This Specialist.13A.16.06.09C
Aug 7, 20232 Findings2 Important
- Three Emergency Forms Were Missing Child's Physician's Information. Correct Immediately.13A.16.03.04C
- G.H.'s File Was Missing Verification of Age, and D.Z. File Was Missing CBC Results. Correct Immediately.13A.16.03.05C
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