Bethesda Country Day School
BEECH AVE, BETHESDA, MD 20814Childery Rating: 3/5
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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
- Toddlers, Preschool, School-Age
- Licensed capacity
- 251
- 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 7 inspections since 2023, the issues cited most often were Staff-to-Child Ratios & Group Size (6), Children's Records & Files (3), and Building & Premises Safety (2). None of the 12 findings were critical.
See All 7 Inspection Visits
Apr 15, 20262 Findings2 Important
- Records Indicate That the Room Painting at the Facility Began During the Week of 3/22/202613A.16.03.06E(2)
Records indicate that the room painting at the facility began during the week of 3/22/2026. Rooms that were scheduled to be repainted were temporarily closed and the children relocated to alternate classrooms. A memo was sent out to the families and staff members, but there was no communication with
- LS Observed Loose Ceiling Tiles and Dangling Wire in Room 913A.16.05.01A(2)
LS observed loose ceiling tiles and dangling wire in Room 9. Facility states that the maintenance personnel is scheduled to start making repairs on Thursday 4/16/2026.
Mar 26, 20262 Findings2 Important
- The Facility Confirmed That the Child Fell and Broke Their Arm as a Result of the Accident13A.16.07.06A
The facility confirmed that the child fell and broke their arm as a result of the accident. LS reviewed proper supervision and safe use of outdoor play equipment with the Facility during the investigation.
- The Staff Members State That They Had a Group of 9 Children Outside on the Playground at the Time13A.16.08.07A
The staff members state that they had a group of 9 children outside on the playground at the time. One of them was on the blacktop with the bikes, and the other was standing near the play structure. The child was observed climbing the slide. The staff member told the child not to do that, but when t
Nov 21, 20252 Findings2 Important
- Facility Confirms That a Child Was Accidentally Left Alone in the Hallway Bathroom.13A.16.07.06A
- Facility Confirms There Was a Lapse in Supervision Which Caused a Child to Be Left Behind in the Bathroom.13A.16.08.01A(2)(a)
Oct 7, 20251 Finding1 Important
- LS Observed 3 Instances of Children's Emergency Forms That Need Additional Information to Be Filled In13A.16.03.04C
LS observed 3 instances of children's emergency forms that need additional information to be filled in. 1 form needed confirmation of the child's home address, and 2 forms needed physician information such as their telephone number and address.
May 21, 20252 Findings2 Important
- LS Confirmed That an Accident at the Center Caused a Child to Have the Tip of Their Left Pinky Finger Severed in a Doorway.13A.16.07.06A
- LS Confirmed That When a Staff Member Was Taking 3 Children Inside13A.16.08.01A(2)(b)
LS confirmed that when a staff member was taking 3 children inside, 2 of the kids were in front and 1 of them was walking behind the staff member. The one in the back was the one who had their pinky severed in the doorway.
Oct 23, 20241 Finding1 Important
- Licensing Specialist Observed That 2 Outlets in Room 3 Did Not Have Coverings on Them13A.16.10.04F
Licensing specialist observed that 2 outlets in Room 3 did not have coverings on them. Facility placed caps on these electrical outlets during the inspection.
Oct 19, 20232 Findings2 Important
- Licensing Specialist Observed 1 Instance of an Emergency Form That Was Missing Emergency Pickup Contact Information13A.16.03.04C
Licensing specialist observed 1 instance of an emergency form that was missing emergency pickup contact information. Director is asked to follow up with the family to fill in this information.
- Licensing Specialist Observed 6 Instances of Lead Forms That Appear to Be Missing a Second Lead Test13A.16.03.04E
Licensing specialist observed 6 instances of lead forms that appear to be missing a second lead test. Director is asked to review the children's files and follow up with the families.
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