CCDCS/AlphaBEST@Gale Bailey
PISGAH MARBURY ROAD, MARBURY, MD 20658Childery 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
- Preschool, School-Age
- Licensed capacity
- 30
- 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 Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (6) and Children's Records & Files (3). None of the 9 findings were critical.
See All 3 Inspection Visits
Sep 25, 20254 Findings4 Important
- There Was One Health Inventory Part II Missing From a Child's File13A.16.03.04D(3)
There was one Health Inventory Part II missing from a child's file. Please obtain the documentation and submit a letter of correction to the Licensing Specialist indicating this documentation has been received.
- There Was One Lead Screening Missing From a Child's File13A.16.03.04E
There was one lead screening missing from a child's file. Please obtain the documentation and submit a letter of correction to the Licensing Specialist indicating this documentation has been received.
- There Is One Substitute for Which the Center Does Not Have a Copy of the Required Forms on Site13A.16.03.05D(1)
There is one substitute for which the center does not have a copy of the required forms on site. The Office of Child Care has received the required documents for this substitute and they are cleared to work. The center is reminded that they must keep a file for each substitute on site that contain
- A Medical Evaluation for the Director Needs to Be Updated13A.16.06.04A(4)
A medical evaluation for the director needs to be updated. The last medical evaluation was completed in January 2020. Please send a copy of the medical evaluation as soon as possible.
Oct 7, 20242 Findings2 Important
- The Director Could Not Locate Her 2023 Basic Health and Safety Certificate13A.16.06.05C(3)
The director could not locate her 2023 basic health and safety certificate. Please submit the 2023 training certificate as soon as possible. The director indicated she will complete the 2024 updated BH&S and will submit a copy of the certificate to the Licensing Specialist.
- The School Age Teacher Could Not Locate Her 2023 Basic Health and Safety Certificate13A.16.06.10C(3)
The school age teacher could not locate her 2023 basic health and safety certificate. Please submit the 2023 training certificate as soon as possible. The teacher indicated she will complete the 2024 updated BH&S and will submit a copy of the certificate to the Licensing Specialist.
Oct 23, 20233 Findings3 Important
- A Random Sample of 15 of the Children's Files Were Reviewed by the Licensing Specialist13A.16.03.04E
A random sample of 15 of the children's files were reviewed by the Licensing Specialist. Out of the 15 files reviewed, there were two files that did not contain the completed lead screen. Once the lead screens are obtained, submit a letter of correction within 30 days of this inspection date.
- Staff Member's (KC) Current Medical Evaluation Was Not Located in the File13A.16.03.05C
Staff member's (KC) current medical evaluation was not located in the file. Whenever staff medicals are updated, ensure that the most up-to-date copy is in the file.
- The Director Completed the Required Training; However It Was Completed Late by a Few Weeks13A.16.06.05C(1)
The director completed the required training; however it was completed late by a few weeks. For this training year, the director has completed 4 of the 12 hours. The provider was informed that the existing 8 hours needs to be completed by the end of 8/24. The director indicated that her plan is t
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