Ballenger Creek Elementary Before and After School Enrichment
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
- 30
- 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 2023, the issues cited most often were Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (5) and Building & Premises Safety (1). None of the 6 findings were critical.
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Nov 13, 20253 Findings3 Important
- Two Aides Are No Longer Employed as of September. Employees Must Be Removed.13A.16.03.06A(2)
- LS Observed 1.5 Hours of Continued Training for the Last Full Year for One Child Care Teacher13A.16.06.10C(1)
LS observed 1.5 hours of continued training for the last full year for one child care teacher. LS observed 3.5 hours of continued training for the last full year for one child care teacher.
- LS Observed 1.5 Hours of Continued Training for One Aide for the Last Full Year.13A.16.06.12B(1)
Nov 26, 20241 Finding1 Important
- At the Time of Inspection, the Cafeteria and All Aux Spaces Had Maintenance Happening13A.16.05.04
At the time of inspection, the cafeteria and all Aux spaces had maintenance happening. The maintenance had 3 ladders at least ceiling height and wiring with open ceiling tiles. Facility states the repairs are ongoing from summer renovations.
Nov 1, 20232 Findings2 Important
- LS Reviewed Professional Development Plans for 2 Teachers13A.16.06.10C(1)
LS reviewed Professional development plans for 2 teachers. Both teachers were missing documented training for the current and past year. DM needs an additional 17 hours between now and 4.30.2024. CL needs documentation for 24 hours between 7.1.2022 - 6.30.2024 since no documented trainings are l
- LS Reviewed Professional Development Plans for 2 Aides13A.16.06.12B(1)
LS reviewed Professional development plans for 2 aides. One aide was missing documented training for the current and past year. RB will need documented training for 7.5 hours total for the current year 10.1.2023-9.30.2024 to adjust for the missing training.