Gan Israel Preschool
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.4 / 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.3 / 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 4 out of 5 stars overall. Process quality reflects a Maryland EXCELS rating of Level 3 (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 3 (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
- 63
- 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 1 inspection since 2026, the issues cited most often were Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (5), Children's Records & Files (4), and Licensing & Administrative Compliance (1). Of 12 total findings, 1 was critical.
See the Inspection Visit
Mar 25, 202612 Findings1 Critical11 Important
- 4 Staff Did Not Have Evidence of Fingerprinting on File During This Inspection. One Staff Member Has Fingerprints Over 5 Years.13A.16.03.05C
- 3 Emergency Cards Did Not Contain the Physician Information on the Emergency Card. One Emergency Card Was Not Signed or Dated.13A.16.03.04C
- 2 Children Did Not Have Evidence of the Heath Inventory Available for Review.13A.16.03.04D(3)
- 3 Children Are Missing Evidence of Blood Lead Test Results.13A.16.03.04E
- 2 Children Are Missing Evidence of Immunizations. Correct and Submit Correction to OCC.13A.16.03.04G
- 2 Classrooms Had Outdated Staffing Patterns Posted. Corrected During This Inspection.13A.16.03.05B
- 2 Staff Members Did Not Have an OCC Medical Form on File.13A.16.06.04A(1)
- One Staff Member Had a Medical Over 5 Years.13A.16.06.04A(4)
- One Teacher Did Not Have the Original BH & S Training Completed Within 90 Days of Hire.13A.16.06.09A(5)
- Upon Arrival to This Inspection LS Observed Infant Room 1A/1B13A.16.08.01A(2)(b)
Upon arrival to this inspection LS observed infant room 1A/1B. This is a large room sectioned into two rooms. On Infant 1A side there was the lead infant staff member with 3 children and on Infant B side there was an aide with 3 children. The staff and children from Infant A rejoined the staff membe
- Upon Arrival to This Inspection LS Observed Infant Room 1A/1B13A.16.08.02B
Upon arrival to this inspection LS observed infant room 1A/1B. This is a large room sectioned into two rooms. On Infant 1A side there was the lead infant staff member with 3 children and on Infant B side there was an aide with 3 children. The staff and children from Infant A rejoined the staff memb
- 9 Infants and Toddlers Did Not Have an Infant Toddler Activity Plan or a Current Infant Toddler Activity Plan Available…13A.16.09.02C
9 infants and toddlers did not have an infant toddler activity plan or a current infant toddler activity plan available for review. Correct and submit correction to OCC.