Chesapeake Public Charter School Age Care
GREAT MILLS ROAD, LEXINGTON PARK, MD 20653Childery Rating: 3/5
Data last updated ·
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
- 30
- 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 3 inspections since 2024, the issues cited most often were Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (3), First Aid & Pediatric CPR (2), and Emergency Preparedness & Drills (1). None of the 6 findings were critical.
See All 3 Inspection Visits
Mar 23, 20261 Finding1 Important
- There Is Only One Staff Certified in CPR/1st Aid13A.16.10.02B
There is only one staff certified in CPR/1st aid. The aide is scheduled to take the course on 3/31/26. There were 24 children present when specialist arrived. When aide completes the course, a copy of the certification card needs to be sent to specialist and this non-compliance will be corrected.
Apr 28, 20252 Findings2 Important
- Disaster Plan Needs to Be Updated.13A.16.10.01A(3)(d)
- The Flashlight Needs a New Battery So That It Works.13A.16.10.02E
Apr 30, 20243 Findings3 Important
- A Staff Person Began Employment on 4/26/24 but No Medical Has Been Completed for Her Yet13A.16.06.04A(1)
A staff person began employment on 4/26/24 but no medical has been completed for her yet. She is slated to get it done this week. A copy needs to be sent to specialist when done. Center is reminded that medicals should be completed before the start of employment.
- The Aide Who Began Employment in October 2023 Needed to Have the Initial Basic Health and Safety Training Completed By…13A.16.06.12B(3)
The aide who began employment in October 2023 needed to have the initial Basic Health and Safety training completed by 1/31/24. It has not been completed. She is scheduled to take it tomorrow. A copy of the certificate needs to be sent to specialist when complete.
- The Aide That Began Employment in October 2023 Needs to Complete the Aide Orientation13A.16.06.12C
The aide that began employment in October 2023 needs to complete the aide orientation. It has not been done and was due to have to be completed by today. She needs to complete the course and send a copy of the certificate to specialist.
Explore More
Daycares Near This One
- Lauren MillerLexington Park · 5/5 Childery Rating
- Sheila RollinsLexington Park · 3/5 Childery Rating
- Lexington Park Baptist PreschoolLexington Park · 3/5 Childery Rating
- Little Sonbeams Christian PreschoolLexington Park · 5/5 Childery Rating
- Lexington Park ElementaryLexington Park · 5/5 Childery Rating
- Bay Montessori School and Day Care CenterLexington Park · 5/5 Childery Rating