Creative Children's Center and Pre-School
MAIN STREET, MYERSVILLE, MD 21773Childery 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.5 / 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 5 out of 5 stars overall. Process quality reflects a Maryland EXCELS rating of Level 5 (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 5 (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
- Recognized by Maryland Accreditation.
Facility Info
- Facility type
- Child Care Center
- Age groups served
- Infants, Toddlers, Preschool, School-Age
- Licensed capacity
- 104
- 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 4 inspections since 2024, the issues cited most often were Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (4), Hazardous Materials Handling (2), and Staff-to-Child Ratios & Group Size (2). Of 11 total findings, 2 were critical.
See All 4 Inspection Visits
Nov 25, 20252 Findings1 Critical1 Important
- LS Observed Cleaning Wipes in an Unlocked Cabinet on the First Shelf. Facility Removed Cleaning Wipes During Inspection.13A.16.10.04A
- LS Observed One Preschool Teacher Completed 9.5 Hours of Training for the Previous Full Year13A.16.06.09C
LS observed one preschool teacher completed 9.5 hours of training for the previous full year. Individual is using 2.5 hours of training completed in 2025 to count towards last years training requirement. Staff member cannot use that training for this year.
Feb 20, 20252 Findings2 Important
- The Director Self Reported That During a Valentine's Day Party on 02.14.2513A.16.07.06A
The director self reported that during a valentine's day party on 02.14.25, a 4 year old child walked up the stairs and out the front door. It was reported that the child left the classroom at 12:10pm and was outside at 12:11pm. The police contacted the center at 12:22pm to inform the center that th
- The Director Self Reported That During a Valentine's Day Party on 02.14.2513A.16.08.01A(2)(b)
The director self reported that during a valentine's day party on 02.14.25, a 4 year old child walked up the stairs and out the front door. It was reported that the child left the classroom at 12:10pm and was outside at 12:11pm. The police contacted the center at 12:22pm to inform the center that th
Nov 22, 20245 Findings1 Critical4 Important
- LS Observed Cleaning Supplies That Were on Low Shelves Making Them Accessible to Children.13A.16.10.04A
- LS Reviewed Emergency Cards13A.16.03.04C
LS reviewed emergency cards. Several children were missing the schedule and source of healthcare. Facility is reminded to ensure that all emergency forms are complete.
- LS Reviewed All Staff Medical Forms13A.16.06.04A(1)
LS reviewed all staff medical forms. Several medical forms were missing physician contact info stamp or address and phone number of the physician.
- LS Reviewed Training Certificates for Preschool Teachers13A.16.06.09C
LS reviewed training certificates for preschool teachers. Two teachers had less than 12 hours for prior year of training. Those teachers will need to complete additional training to make up for the prior year.
- LS Reviewed Training Certificates for Aides13A.16.06.12B(1)
LS reviewed training certificates for aides. One aide had less than 6 hours for prior year of training. The aide will need to complete additional training to make up for the prior year.
Mar 27, 20242 Findings2 Important
- A Teacher Reportedly Pulled a Child's Arm, Making Him Fall and Hit His Head13A.16.03.06D(1)
A teacher reportedly pulled a child's arm, making him fall and hit his head. The incident occurred at approx. 12:59pm and was brought to the director's attention at 745pm by the child's parents. The facility stated that the teacher did not report the incident to them.
- A Teacher Reportedly Pulled a Child's Arm, Making Him Fall and Hit His Head13A.16.03.06D(2)
A teacher reportedly pulled a child's arm, making him fall and hit his head. The incident occurred at approx. 12:59pm and was brought to the director's attention at 745pm by the child's parents. The facility stated that the teacher did not report the incident to them.
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