CCDCS/AlphaBEST @ J P Ryon
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
- School-Age
- Licensed capacity
- 60
- 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 2 inspections since 2025, the issues cited most often were Children's Records & Files (6), Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (5), and First Aid & Pediatric CPR (1). Of 14 total findings, 1 was critical.
See All 2 Inspection Visits
May 13, 20267 Findings1 Critical6 Important
- At the Time of the Mandatory Inspection the Center Only Had One Staff with a Current First Aid and CPR Certification13A.16.10.02B
At the time of the mandatory inspection the center only had one staff with a current first aid and CPR certification. For correction please submit copies of the updated first aid and CPR certificates.
- At the Time of the Mandatory Inspection 3 Children Were Missing Information on Their Emergency Forms13A.16.03.04C
At the time of the mandatory inspection 3 children were missing information on their emergency forms. For correction please have the children's parent update the emergency form and submit a copy to the licensing specialist.
- There Was One Child Missing Documentation of the Child Having a Health Assessment Signed and Dated by a Physician13A.16.03.04D(3)
There was one child missing documentation of the child having a health assessment signed and dated by a physician. For correction please submit a copy of the health inventory part 2 to the licensing specialist.
- There Were 8 Children Missing the Appropriate Lead Screening13A.16.03.04E
There were 8 children missing the appropriate lead screening. For correction please notify the parents and send a copy of the notification to the licensing specialist.
- At the Time of the Mandatory Inspection the Site Director Was Missing 5 Hours of Training13A.16.06.05C(1)
At the time of the mandatory inspection the site director was missing 5 hours of training. For correction please submit copies of the training certificates.
- At the Time of the Mandatory Inspection There Was One Staff Missing Documentation of Completing the 2025 Basic Health…13A.16.06.12B(3)
At the time of the mandatory inspection there was one staff missing documentation of completing the 2025 basic health and safety. For correction please submit a copy of the training certificate to the licensing specialist.
- There Were Two Staff Missing Documentation of Completing the Aide Orientation13A.16.06.12C
There were two staff missing documentation of completing the aide orientation. For correction please submit a copy of the training certificates.
Oct 2, 20257 Findings7 Important
- At the Time of the Full Inspection One Child Did Not Have Documentation That the Parent Was Given Information on How To…13A.16.03.02C(1)
At the time of the full inspection one child did not have documentation that the parent was given information on how to obtain the consumer pamphlet. For correction please give the parent the consumer pamphlet and send documentation to the licensing specialist.
- At the Time of the Full Inspection the September 2025 Fire Drill Was Not Completed13A.16.03.03B(4)
At the time of the full inspection the September 2025 fire drill was not completed. Please complete a fire drill and notify the licensing specialist when this is completed.
- At the Time of the Full Inspection There Were 3 Children with No Documentation of Having a Written Agreement13A.16.03.03D
At the time of the full inspection there were 3 children with no documentation of having a written agreement. For correction please submit a copy of the 3 written agreements.
- At the Time of the Full Inspection There Were 3 Children Missing the Doctor Information on the Child's Emergency Card13A.16.03.04C
At the time of the full inspection there were 3 children missing the doctor information on the child's emergency card. For correction please have the parents update the form and send a copy to the licensing specialist.
- At the Time of the Full Inspection There Were 2 Children Missing the Health Inventory Part 213A.16.03.04D(3)
At the time of the full inspection there were 2 children missing the health inventory part 2. For correction please obtain documentation of the health inventory part 2 and send a copy to the licensing specialist.
- There Was One Aide for Which the Center Does Not Have a Copy of the Required Forms on Site13A.16.03.05C
There was one aide 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 clear to work. The center is reminded that they must keep a file for each staff on site that contains a copy of th
- There Are 3 Substitutes for Which the Center Does Not Have a Copy of the Required Forms on Site13A.16.03.05D(1)
There are 3 substitutes 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 clear to work. The center is reminded that they must keep a file for each substitute on site that contains a