E.B. Hirsh Early Childhood Center
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
- Infants, Toddlers, Preschool, School-Age
- Licensed capacity
- 85
- 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
4 Inspection Visits Since 2024 · 11 Findings
Most recent: Mar 3, 2026⤓ Download Inspection History Report (PDF)
1 Critical10 Important
Across 4 inspections since 2024, the issues cited most often were Staff-to-Child Ratios & Group Size (8), Licensing & Administrative Compliance (1), and Children's Records & Files (1). Of 11 total findings, 1 was critical.
See All 4 Inspection Visits
Feb 2, 20264 Findings4 Important
- Program Failed to Provide Safety and Security to Children in Care.13A.16.07.06A
- Program Failed to Provide Safety and Security to Children in Care.13A.16.07.06A
- Program Failed to Provide Adequate Super Vision to Children in Care.13A.16.08.01A(2)(a)
- Program Failed to Provide Adequate Supervision to Children in Care at All Times.13A.16.08.01A(2)(a)
Jan 30, 20261 Finding1 Important
- Program Failed to Provide Adequate Supervision to a Child in Care.13A.16.08.01A(2)(a)
Apr 25, 20254 Findings4 Important
- LS Confirmed That the Infant Room 8 Is Operating as One Room Instead of as Two Separate Rooms as Listed on the License.13A.16.03.07A
- Program Self Reported That the Program Failed to Ensure Safety and Security to an Infant in Care.13A.16.07.06A
- Program Self Reported That Teachers Failed to Provide Adequate Supervision to an Infant in Care.13A.16.08.08A(1)
- LS Was Able to Confirm That Primary Care Givers Have Not Been Assigned in the Infant Classroom.13A.16.09.02A
Dec 4, 20242 Findings1 Critical1 Important
- LS Observed an Expired Epi Pen in Room 1.13A.16.03.04I(3)
- LS Observed Cabinets Without Locks with Cleaning Products Inside.13A.16.10.04A