Bauder Education Center at Long Reach
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.5 / 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.5 / 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 5 out of 5 stars overall. Process quality reflects a Maryland EXCELS rating of Level 5 (out of 5) and NAEYC accreditation. 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 5 (Max 5) Learn more →
- Accreditations
- National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC)Accredited
- National Accreditation Commission (NAC)Not Accredited
- National Early Childhood Program Accreditation (NECPA)Not Accredited
- National Association for Family Child Care (NAFCC)Not Accredited
- Recognized by Maryland Accreditation.
Facility Info
- Facility type
- Child Care Center
- Age groups served
- Toddlers, Preschool, School-Age
- Licensed capacity
- 72
- 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 2024, the issues cited most often were Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (4), Hazardous Materials Handling (1), and Building & Premises Safety (1). None of the 6 findings were critical.
See All 3 Inspection Visits
Feb 25, 20262 Findings2 Important
- One Teacher Did Complete 6 of the Required 12 Hours of Continued Training for the Year.13A.16.06.09C
- Cleaning Supplies Were Observed in an Unlatched Cabinet Under the Sinks in Room A and Room C. Corrected During the Inspection.13A.16.10.04A
Feb 18, 20253 Findings3 Important
- LS Did Not Observe Medical Reports for 6 Staff Members or All Substitutes13A.16.03.05C
LS did not observe medical reports for 6 staff members or all substitutes. LS did not observe evidence of staff orientation for 2 staff members or all substitutes.
- LS Did Not Observe Staff Orientation for 2 Staff Members or Substitutes.13A.16.06.02
- LS Did Not Observe Evidence of a Medical Evaluation for 6 Staff. LS Did Not Observe Medical Evaluations for All Substitutes.13A.16.06.04A(1)
Jan 24, 20241 Finding1 Important
- LS Observed a Broken Piece of Wood Fencing in the Outdoor Play Area. Facility Will Correct and Submit Evidence to the OCC.13A.16.05.12D