Father Andrew White, S.J. School
WASHINGTON STREET, LEONARDTOWN, MD 20650Childery 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.Not Available
- 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. 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. No objective process measures (e.g., state quality rating or national accreditation) are available for this daycare. The overall rating reflects structural features only.
Quality Recognitions & Accreditations
- 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
- School
- Age groups served
- Preschool, School-Age
- Licensed capacity
- 50
- 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 2 inspections since 2024, the issues cited most often were Children's Records & Files (4), Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (2), and Infectious Disease Prevention & Control (1). None of the 9 findings were critical.
See All 2 Inspection Visits
Mar 27, 20256 Findings6 Important
- Upon Inspection of the Children's Emergency Forms the Licensing Specialist Noted That 3 Children's Emergency Forms Are…13A.17.03.04C
Upon inspection of the children's emergency forms the Licensing Specialist noted that 3 children's emergency forms are missing the doctor's contact information, 2 children's emergency forms are missing an authorized pick up person, 1 emergency form is missing the parent's signature and date, and 1 e
- Upon Inspection of the Children's Health Assessments the Licensing Specialist Noted That 1 Child's Physician Did Not…13A.17.03.04D(3)
Upon inspection of the children's health assessments the Licensing Specialist noted that 1 child's physician did not sign or date the medical evaluation (Part II of the Health Inventory). Please forward a copy of the child's medical evaluation (Part II of the Health Inventory) to the OCC once it has
- Upon Inspection of the Children's Blood Lead Test Records the Licensing Specialist Noted That 2 Children Did Not Have…13A.17.03.04E
Upon inspection of the children's blood lead test records the Licensing Specialist noted that 2 children did not have evidence of having had their 2nd blood lead test. Please forward copies of both children's blood lead test results to the OCC.
- Upon Inspection of the Children's Immunization Records the Licensing Specialist Noted That 1 Child Needs 1 More MMR…13A.17.03.04G
Upon inspection of the children's immunization records the Licensing Specialist noted that 1 child needs 1 more MMR vaccination to equal a total of 2. Please forward a copy of an updated immunization record to the OCC for this child.
- An Aide That Was Hired August 2024 Did Not Complete the Basic Health and Safety Training Within 90 Days of Hire13A.17.03.05B
An aide that was hired August 2024 did not complete the basic health and safety training within 90 days of hire. The aide completed the basic health and safety training in January 2025. The director provided the Licensing Specialist with a copy of the aide's certificate during the inspection.
- The Licensing Specialist Noted That a Handwashing Procedure Was Not Posted at the Handwashing Sink in the Pre-k…13A.17.11.03A
The Licensing Specialist noted that a handwashing procedure was not posted at the handwashing sink in the pre-k classroom as well as the men and women staff bathrooms. An approved handwashing procedure was posted at the specified locations during the inspection.
Mar 19, 20243 Findings3 Important
- The Director Did Not Notify the OCC About the Ending of Employment for 2 Staff Members Within 5 Business Days13A.17.03.06A(2)
The director did not notify the OCC about the ending of employment for 2 staff members within 5 business days. The director submitted a completed 1203 during the inspection.
- The Licensing Specialist Observed Multiple Cleaning Products Under the Sink in the Pre-k Classroom13A.17.10.04A
The Licensing Specialist observed multiple cleaning products under the sink in the pre-k classroom. The potentially harmful items were relocated and made inaccessible to the preschoolers during the inspection. The director plans on securing the cabinet with a lock or latch to ensure the safety of th
- There Were Two Blinds That Were Drawn and Had Cords Hanging Down Below the Window Sill13A.17.10.04I(1)
There were two blinds that were drawn and had cords hanging down below the window sill. The existing command hooks were utilized and the cords were made inaccessible to the children in care during the inspection.
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