Brookfield Christian 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
- Recognized by Military Child Care in Your Neighborhood.
Facility Info
- Facility type
- Child Care Center
- Age groups served
- Infants, Toddlers, Preschool, School-Age
- Licensed capacity
- 61
- 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 4 inspections since 2025, the issues cited most often were Staff-to-Child Ratios & Group Size (3), Licensing & Administrative Compliance (2), and Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (2). None of the 14 findings were critical.
See All 4 Inspection Visits
Feb 19, 20261 Finding1 Important
- Updated Staffing Patterns Are Needed in All Classrooms. Correct and Submit Correction to OCC.13A.16.03.05B
Dec 17, 20255 Findings5 Important
- A Child Was in the Kitchen While a Staff Member Was Rinsing Out a Nebulizer That Was Used with That Child13A.16.03.07A
A child was in the kitchen while a staff member was rinsing out a nebulizer that was used with that child. The kitchen is an area off limits to children in care.
- LS Observed an Infant Toddler Teacher in the Hallway with a Toddler After Being in the Kitchen with the Child13A.16.08.01A(2)(b)
LS observed an infant toddler teacher in the hallway with a toddler after being in the kitchen with the child. There was an aide in the infant room with two infants while this occurred.
- LS Observed an Infant Toddler Teacher in the Hallway with a Toddler After Being in the Kitchen with the Child13A.16.08.02B
LS observed an infant toddler teacher in the hallway with a toddler after being in the kitchen with the child. There was an aide in the infant room with two infants while this occurred.
- An Employee Administered Medication Without Having Completed the Medication Administration Training.13A.16.11.04F(2)
- LS Observed 2 Bottles in the Refrigerator Located in the Infant Room Without Bottle Caps. Correct and Submit Correction to OCC.13A.16.12.06E(2)
Nov 19, 20256 Findings6 Important
- LS Observed a Broken Toilet Lid in the Room 4 Bathroom13A.16.05.01A(1)
LS observed a broken toilet lid in the room 4 bathroom. LS observed an area rug curling on the edges on two corners of the rub. Correct and submit correction to OCC.
- The Bathroom in Room 1 Did Not Have Soap Located in the Bathroom13A.16.05.08I
The bathroom in room 1 did not have soap located in the bathroom. LS observed a bottle of soap on the ledge of the handwashing sink located outside of the bathroom but no soap in the bathroom. Correct and submit correction to OCC.
- LS Observed a Staff Member in the 2's Room That Is Infant Qualified13A.16.08.01A(2)(b)
LS observed a staff member in the 2's room that is infant qualified. LS was informed they were subbing for the staff member who is assigned to the room. No documentation was found on the substitute log. LS observed 2 aides in room 3. LS was informed that when the director can't be in the room this
- LS Observed 2 Aides in Room 113A.16.08.02B
LS observed 2 aides in room 1. LS observed 2 aides in room 3. LS was informed that of the aides are substituting for the qualified staff. This was not documented on the substitute log.
- LS Observed 2% Milk Being Served During Lunch. Correct and Submit Correction to OCC.13A.16.12.01A(4)
- LS Observed 2 Bottles in the Refrigerator Located in the Infant Room Without Bottle Caps. Correct and Submit Correction to OCC.13A.16.12.06E(2)
Oct 20, 20252 Findings2 Important
- Center Self Reported That a Staff Member Was Observed Mishandling a Child in Care.13A.16.07.03A(2)
- During This Inspection LS Observed an Individual Unknown to OCC in a Classroom with Staff That Were Known to OCC13A.16.07.06A
During this inspection LS observed an individual unknown to OCC in a classroom with staff that were known to OCC. LS was informed that this individual was on a working interview. The center removed this individual from the classroom.