Catonsville Co-op Preschool
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
- Child Care Center
- Age groups served
- Preschool, School-Age
- Licensed capacity
- 36
- 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 4 inspections since 2024, the issues cited most often were Licensing & Administrative Compliance (3), Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (3), and Staff-to-Child Ratios & Group Size (3). None of the 13 findings were critical.
See All 4 Inspection Visits
Feb 12, 20264 Findings4 Important
- Last Fire Inspection for This Center Was Completed on 03/25/2024. Please Correct by Submitting a 2026 Fire Inspection Report.13A.16.05.01B
- The Director Has Not Completed the 2025 Basic Health and Safety Update Training. Correct Immediately.13A.16.06.05C(3)
- Two Teachers Have Not Completed the 2025 Basic Health and Safety Update Training. Correct Immediately.13A.16.06.09C
- Most of Aide Have Not Completed 2025 Basic Health and Safety Update Training, Correct Immediately.13A.16.06.12B(3)
Sep 29, 20253 Findings3 Important
- LS Observed 18 Children in Room 102 and 11 Children in Room 103 During This Inspection13A.16.03.07A
LS observed 18 children in room 102 and 11 children in room 103 during this inspection. The center's capacity is only 20. Room 103 is approved as an auxiliary space only but the center has been using it as a classroom today. The director also stated that the center has been using room 105. Room 105
- LS Observed 29 Children at the Center; 18 Children Were in Room 102 and 11 Children Were in Room 103. The Center's Capacity Is Only 20.13A.16.04.01B
- LS Observed 18 Children in Room 102 and 11 Children in Room 103 During This Inspection13A.16.07.06A
LS observed 18 children in room 102 and 11 children in room 103 during this inspection. The center's capacity is only 20. Room 103 is approved as an auxiliary space only but the center has been using it as a classroom today. The director also stated that the center has been using room 105. Room 105
Feb 19, 20251 Finding1 Important
- Two Emergency Forms Were Missing Child's Physician Information and One Emergency Form Was Missing Authorized Pick Up…13A.16.03.04C
Two emergency forms were missing child's physician information and one emergency form was missing authorized pick up information. Correct immediately.
Feb 20, 20245 Findings5 Important
- Last Fire Inspection Was Completed on 9/23/2022. Correct Immediately.13A.16.02.03C(4)
- LS Observed a Volunteer Walking Children From Room 102 Through the Hallway to the Main Entrance Door Which Is The…13A.16.03.03A(2)
LS observed a volunteer walking children from room 102 through the hallway to the main entrance door which is the center's pick up routine. The child was released by this volunteer to a pick up person without the written attendance verification. LS confirmed parents sign in their children at drop of
- LS Observed No Barrier at the Bottom of the Steps. Please Correct by Placing a Barrier at the Bottom of All Outside Steps.13A.16.05.12D
- LS Observed an Unknown Volunteer Who Was Introduced as an Interpreter for a Volunteer Parent13A.16.07.06A
LS observed an unknown volunteer who was introduced as an interpreter for a volunteer parent. The interpreter is a college intern hired by the center. LS observed a volunteer walking children from room 102 through the hallway to the main entrance door which is the center's pick up routine. The chil
- LS Observed a Volunteer Walking Children From Room 102 Through the Hallway to the Main Entrance Door Which Is The…13A.16.08.01A(2)(a)
LS observed a volunteer walking children from room 102 through the hallway to the main entrance door which is the center's pick up routine. The director to submit a new pick plan including information regarding children not being left alone with volunteers.