Bar-T @ Potomac Elementary School
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
- School-Age
- Licensed capacity
- 60
- Teacher-child ratios & group sizesState Minimum Displayed
Age Max ratio Max group Infants 1:3 6 Toddlers 1:3 9 Preschool 1:10 20
Teacher Credentials
- Lead teacher credentialState Minimum Displayed
- High School Diploma
Inspection History
Across 1 inspection since 2024, the issues cited most often were Children's Records & Files (2), First Aid & Pediatric CPR (2), and Licensing & Administrative Compliance (2). None of the 6 findings were critical.
See the Inspection Visit
Apr 19, 20246 Findings6 Important
- Licensing Specialist Observed Several Child Records That Did Not Have an Emergency Card13A.16.03.04A
Licensing Specialist observed several child records that did not have an emergency card, or had an incomplete card with highlighter from previous specialist that was never updated. Facility is asked to obtain all required documents and submit proof via email.
- Licensing Specialist Observed Several Children's Files Without an Emergency Card13A.16.03.04A
Licensing Specialist observed several children's files without an emergency card. Facility is asked to submit proof once those cards have been obtained.
- Licensing Specialist Observed a First Aid Kit Missing a Triangular Bandage13A.16.10.02E
Licensing Specialist observed a first aid kit missing a triangular bandage. Facility is asked to add the triangular bandage to their first aid kit and submit proof via email.
- Licensing Specialist Observed a First Aid Kit That Was Missing a Triangular Bandage13A.16.10.02E
Licensing Specialist observed a first aid kit that was missing a triangular bandage. Facility is asked to submit photographic evidence upon adding it to the kit.
- Facility States They Have 40 Children Enrolled in Care and That Several Are Drop-in Care13A.16.15.06B(1)
Facility states they have 40 children enrolled in care and that several are drop-in care. Licensing Specialist observed 23 children files. Facility is reminded that they are to have emergency contact information for all children enrolled in care.
- Facility States They Have 40 Children Enrolled, However Licensing Specialist Only Observed 23 Children's Files13A.16.15.06B(1)
Facility states they have 40 children enrolled, however Licensing Specialist only observed 23 children's files. Facility is reminded that all enrolled children must have a file with an emergency card and health inventory.