Bernadette House
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
- Family Child Care Home
- Age groups served
- Toddlers, Preschool, School-Age
- Licensed capacity
- 8
- 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 Building & Premises Safety (6), Children's Records & Files (3), and Curriculum & Developmental Programming (2). None of the 13 findings were critical.
See All 3 Inspection Visits
Jul 30, 20246 Findings6 Important
- Licensing Specialist Did Not Observe an Emergency Form for One School Age Child Present.13A.15.03.04A(1)
- Upon Arrival of Inspection13A.15.05.04B(2)
Upon arrival of inspection, Licensing Specialist did not observe the gate secured at the bottom of the first floor steps while the Provider was on a different floor preparing food. Corrected during inspection. Provider secured the gate during the inspection.
- Licensing Specialist Observed the Child Proof Device No Longer Operable on the Laundry Room Door.13A.15.05.04B(3)
- Licensing Specialist Observed Cleaning/gardening Solution13A.15.05.05A
Licensing Specialist observed cleaning/gardening solution, a barbecue fork and tong, gardening tools, a shovel, and rake accessible to children. Provider stated they do not go to this area.
- Licensing Specialist Observed the Television on for the Duration of the Inspection13A.15.09.01B(3)
Licensing Specialist observed the television on for the duration of the inspection. One school age child was on her cell phone for the majority of the inspection.
- Upon Arrival of Inspection Licensing Specialist Observed Three Two Year Old Children Eating While Watching Television.13A.15.09.01B(5)
Jul 31, 20236 Findings6 Important
- Licensing Specialist Observed Two Emergency Forms That Need to Be Completed and One That Needs to Be Updated.13A.15.03.04A(1)
- Licensing Specialist Observed a Fire Report Posted That Expired July 30, 202213A.15.05.01A
Licensing Specialist observed a Fire Report posted that expired July 30, 2022. Provider called the Fire Department recently as she already requested and paid for her fire inspection last year, but they did not come out to inspect. Provider called the number she was asked to call by the Fire Departme
- Licensing Specialist Observed a Diapering Pad with a Tear in It.13A.15.05.03E(3)
- Licensing Specialist Did Not Observe a Lock on the Laundry Room Door During the Inspection.13A.15.05.04B(2)
- Licensing Specialist Observed an Insect Repellant Candle Under a Table on the Ground13A.15.05.05A
Licensing Specialist observed an insect repellant candle under a table on the ground, no gate at the top of the basement steps, and the first concrete step in disrepair.
- Licensing Specialist Did Not Observe an Approved Emergency and Disaster Plan for the Child Care Home.13A.15.10.01A(1)
Jul 28, 20231 Finding1 Important
- Licensing Specialist Was Not Able to Review the Emergency Forms During the Inspection13A.15.03.04A(1)
Licensing Specialist was not able to review the Emergency forms during the inspection. They were on the first level of the home. LS asked the Provider if she would like to take the children to the first floor to retrieve the items then return to the basement, but she stated this would be difficult f