Beth Sholom Early Childhood 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.4 / 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.4 / 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 4 out of 5 stars overall. Process quality reflects a Maryland EXCELS rating of Level 4 (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 4 (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
- Infants, Toddlers, Preschool, School-Age
- Licensed capacity
- 121
- 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 2 inspections since 2024, the issues cited most often were Safe Sleep & SIDS Prevention (2) and Children's Records & Files (1). None of the 3 findings were critical.
See All 2 Inspection Visits
Aug 19, 20251 Finding1 Important
- Licensing Specialist Observed Several Children's Emergency Forms That Were Missing Information Such as Physician…13A.16.03.04C
Licensing Specialist observed several children's emergency forms that were missing information such as physician information, the second page or a parent signature. Facility is asked to get corrections and submit photographic evidence via email.
Aug 29, 20242 Findings2 Important
- Licensing Specialist Observed a Pillow in a Crib with a Child. Facility Is Reminded That No Soft Bedding Items Are Permitted in Cribs.13A.16.09.04F
- Licensing Specialist Observed a Child Sleeping in a Stroller13A.16.09.04G
Licensing Specialist observed a child sleeping in a stroller. Facility is reminded that children who fall asleep in furnishing other than a crib or cot must be moved immediately. Facility states they use the stroller to help the child fall asleep and move them as soon as they are asleep.