Calvert Nursery School
CHURCH STREET, PRINCE FREDERICK, MD 20678Childery Rating: 5/5
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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.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.Not Available
- 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. 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. No objective process measures (e.g., state quality rating or national accreditation) are available for this daycare. The overall rating reflects structural features only.
Quality Recognitions & Accreditations
- 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
- Preschool, School-Age
- Licensed capacity
- 12
- Teacher-child ratios & group sizesState Minimum Displayed
Age Max ratio Max group 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 Children's Records & Files (5), Medication Administration (3), and Building & Premises Safety (2). Of 13 total findings, 1 was critical.
See All 3 Inspection Visits
Oct 8, 20252 Findings2 Important
- Several Children's Emergency Forms Are Missing Their Health Care Provider's Information13A.16.03.04C
Several children's emergency forms are missing their health care provider's information. One child is missing an authorized daily pick up person and two children are missing an emergency contact on their forms. Please obtain from parents and add to children's files. Please send copies to Licensing
- During the Inspection Today13A.16.05.05C(1)
During the inspection today, the Licensing Specialist observed some chipping paint on the classroom door and around the vent above the door. Since the building was built prior to 1978 and is not certified lead free, the center will have to have a lead test completed. LS will send a link to the Mar
Oct 15, 20241 Finding1 Important
- The Director Completed the 2023 BHS Update Late13A.16.06.05C(3)
The Director completed the 2023 BHS update late. No correction needed. Center is reminded both teachers should complete the new 2024 BHS update no later than December 31, 2024.
Oct 18, 202310 Findings1 Critical9 Important
- Licensing Specialist Observed a Zipper Bag with Benedryl and Auvi-Q Injectables13A.16.11.04E(2)
Licensing Specialist observed a zipper bag with Benedryl and Auvi-Q injectables, inside a child's book bag, during the inspection today. The bookbag was hanging in a cubby, which was accessible to children in the classroom. Center is reminded that all medication and other potentially hazardous ite
- Two Children13A.16.03.04D(3)
Two children, EE and PS, did not have Part 2 of the health inventory (completed by a health care provider) in their files during the inspection. Please obtain from parents and add to files. Send copies to Licensing Specialist.
- There Are Two Children13A.16.03.04E
There are two children, EE and PS, who meet the birthdate requirement for blood lead testing and there were no results on file at the inspection. Please obtain these test results or documentation from the health care provider as to why testing is not needed and add to children's files. Please send
- Two Children, EE and PS, Did Not Have Immunization Records in Their Files During the Inspection13A.16.03.04G
Two children, EE and PS, did not have immunization records in their files during the inspection. Please obtain from parents and add to files. Send copies to Licensing Specialist.
- The Exhaust Fans in the Children's Bathroom and the Hallway Bathroom Designated for Staff Do Not Appear to Be Operating13A.16.05.08G(3)
The exhaust fans in the children's bathroom and the hallway bathroom designated for staff do not appear to be operating. Please contact church maintenance to inquire about repairing the fans. Please send written correction to Licensing Specialist.
- The Emergency Disaster Has Not Been Updated Annually13A.16.10.01A(3)(d)
The emergency disaster has not been updated annually. Please review the plan, make changes if necessary, and initial and date the plan to show the plan has been reviewed and updated if needed. Please send copy of update to Licensing Specialist.
- There Was No Triangle Bandage in the First Aid Kit During Inspection Today13A.16.10.02E
There was no triangle bandage in the first aid kit during inspection today. Please obtain this item and add it to the first aid kit. Please send photo or copy of receipt to Licensing Specialist.
- Licensing Specialist Observed Auvi-Q Injectables in a Child's Bookbag During Inspection Today13A.16.11.04A(3)
Licensing Specialist observed Auvi-Q injectables in a child's bookbag during inspection today. This injectable was not in the original pharmacy labeled box. COMAR regulations require that all prescription medication be labeled by the pharmacy or physician. Center should return this item to the pa
- Licensing Specialist Observed a Bottle of Benedryl in a Child's Book Bag During Inspection Today That Was Not Labeled…13A.16.11.04E(1)(a)
Licensing Specialist observed a bottle of Benedryl in a child's book bag during inspection today that was not labeled with the child's name. The parent sends this with an Auvi-Q injectable with the child to the program every day and takes it home every day. Center will return this to the parent an
- Licensing Specialist Did Not Observe Any Cumulative Records in the 3 Year Old Children's Files That Were Reviewed Today13A.16.16.08A
Licensing Specialist did not observe any cumulative records in the 3 year old children's files that were reviewed today. All children enrolled must have a cumulative record in their files, which includes all items under COMAR 13A.16.16.08B. Staff should complete cumulative records for all children
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