Bais Yaakov Early Learning Center
Data last updated · May 2026
Quality Indicators
See Methodology →- Overall QualityCombines daily care quality (interactions, learning, environment) with structural features like staff-to-child ratios and teacher qualifications.3 / 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.2 / 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 3 out of 5 stars overall. Process quality reflects a Maryland EXCELS rating of Level 1 (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 1 (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
- Preschool, School-Age
- Licensed capacity
- 126
- Teacher-child ratios & group sizesState Minimum Displayed
Age Max ratio Max group Preschool 1:10 20
Teacher Credentials
- Lead teacher credentialState Minimum Displayed
- High School Diploma
Inspection History
Across 3 inspections since 2024, the issues cited most often were Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (5), Building & Premises Safety (3), and Licensing & Administrative Compliance (2). None of the 14 findings were critical.
See All 3 Inspection Visits
May 15, 20262 Findings2 Important
- Program Did Not Notify the Office Within 24 Hours of Children's Injuries That Required Treatment by Medical…13A.16.03.06C(3)
Program did not notify the Office within 24 hours of children's injuries that required treatment by medical professionals. The director emailed the incident reports from April 21st and April 29th on May 12th. Please correct this non-compliance by sending this specialist a plan of action.
- The Director Stated That on April 29th13A.16.05.12D
The director stated that on April 29th, 2026, a child fell on a raised metal bolt while at the playground and cut their hand. The metal bolts are in the plastic borders. Licensing specialist observed one raised bolt during this inspection. Correct this by sending this specialist a statement and a ph
Jun 11, 20256 Findings6 Important
- The Office Has Not Been Notified About the Ending of Employment of One Substitute13A.16.03.06A(2)
The office has not been notified about the ending of employment of one substitute. The substitute's last day was 6/19/2024. Please correct by submitting a delete form and updated personnel list to LS.
- LS Observed Chipping Paint on a Half Wall in Room 120. Please Correct and Send a Photo Showing Correction to This Specialist.13A.16.05.01A(1)
- The Director Has Not Completed 12 Hours of Continued Training. Correct by Submitting Training Certificates to This Specialist.13A.16.06.05C(1)
- One Aide Has Not Completed 6 Hour Continued Training. Please Correct by Sending This Specialist Training Certificates.13A.16.06.12B(1)
- LS Observed an Individual Working for Catapult Learning in a "Title One Room" Alone with 4 Children From Room 12113A.16.07.06C
LS observed an individual working for Catapult Learning in a "Title One Room" alone with 4 children from room 121. The office has not received this individual background check results and the individual has not been approved to be left alone with children. Correct immediately.
- LS Observed an Individual Working for Catapult Learning in a "Title One Room" Alone with 4 Children From Room 12113A.16.08.01A(2)(a)
LS observed an individual working for Catapult Learning in a "Title One Room" alone with 4 children from room 121. The office has not received this individual background check results and the individual has not been approved to be left alone with children. Correct immediately.
Jun 3, 20246 Findings6 Important
- LS Did Not Observe Any Record of Attendance Verified by Children's Parents. Correct Immediately.13A.16.03.03A(2)
- The Center Did Not Have Emergency Forms for 9 Children13A.16.03.04C
The center did not have emergency forms for 9 children. 9 emergency forms were missing authorized pick up information. One emergency form was missing parent information. 4 emergency dorms were missing physician's information. One form was missing an emergency pick up information. One form was not si
- Staffing Patterns Posted but Incorrect for Rooms: 128, 113, 118, and 121A. Please Correct by Submitting Updated Staffing Patterns.13A.16.03.05B
- LS Observed No Age Verification Documentation in Staff Files13A.16.03.05C
LS observed no age verification documentation in staff files. There ware no CBC records for all staff. Some staff was missing function of position and record of experience. Correct immediately.
- LS Observed an Unknown Substitute in Room 121A. Please Correct by Sending This Specialist the Required Documentation for the New Substitute.13A.16.03.06A(1)
- LS Observed Trash Scattered Around the Playground13A.16.05.12E
LS observed trash scattered around the playground, exposed landscape fabric (potential tripping hazard), and a tree root sticking out from the ground. Correct immediately.