Georgetown Hill Early School
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
- 120
- 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-to-Child Ratios & Group Size (3), Emergency Preparedness & Drills (2), and Curriculum & Developmental Programming (2). None of the 9 findings were critical.
See All 3 Inspection Visits
Jun 10, 20251 Finding1 Important
- Licensing Specialist Observed Several Rooms Without Escape Plans Posted.13A.16.10.01A(4)
Aug 15, 20245 Findings5 Important
- The Center Self-reported That on August 12, 2024 a Two Year Old Student Was Left on the Playground Unattended13A.16.03.03B(1)
The center self-reported that on August 12, 2024 a two year old student was left on the playground unattended. The center did contact other agency.
- The Center Self-reported That on August 12, 2024 a Two Year Old Student Was Left on the Playground Unattended13A.16.07.01
The center self-reported that on August 12, 2024 a two year old student was left on the playground unattended. The center did contact other agency.
- The Center Self-reported That on August 12, 2024 a Two Year Old Student Was Left on the Playground Unattended13A.16.07.06A
The center self-reported that on August 12, 2024 a two year old student was left on the playground unattended. The center did contact other agency.
- The Center Self-reported That on August 12, 2024 a Two Year Old Student Was Left on the Playground Unattended13A.16.08.01B(1)
The center self-reported that on August 12, 2024 a two year old student was left on the playground unattended. The center did contact other agency.
- The Center Self-reported That on August 12, 2024 a Two Year Old Student Was Left on the Playground Unattended13A.16.08.01B(2)
The center self-reported that on August 12, 2024 a two year old student was left on the playground unattended. The center did contact other agency.
Jun 6, 20243 Findings3 Important
- Licensing Specialist Observed Daily Schedules That Include More Than Three Hour Gaps Between Meal/ Snack Times.13A.16.09.01A(1)
- Infant/ Toddler Plans Were Observed That Have Not Been Updated by the Parents.13A.16.09.02C
- Specialist Observed a Drawer in a Child Care Classroom That Had Kitchen Knives and Scissors13A.16.10.04A
Specialist observed a drawer in a child care classroom that had kitchen knives and scissors. Drawer is at arm level of younger children in care.