Good Shepherd 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.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
- Toddlers, Preschool, School-Age
- Licensed capacity
- 56
- Teacher-child ratios & group sizesState Minimum Displayed
Age Max ratio Max group Toddlers 1:3 9 Preschool 1:10 20
Teacher Credentials
- Lead teacher credentialState Minimum Displayed
- High School Diploma
Inspection History
Across 3 inspections since 2023, the issues cited most often were Children's Records & Files (3), First Aid & Pediatric CPR (1), and Hazardous Materials Handling (1). Of 6 total findings, 1 was critical.
See All 3 Inspection Visits
Oct 28, 20253 Findings3 Important
- LS Observed 3 Emergency Cards That Were Not Complete13A.17.03.04C
LS observed 3 emergency cards that were not complete, missing the physician's completed information or complete addresses of emergency contacts. Director to submit a written statement that all emergency cards have been reviewed, completed, obtained and accessible in the child files.
- LS Observed No Evidence of Lead Screening Information in 4 Child Files13A.17.03.04E
LS observed no evidence of lead screening information in 4 child files. Director to submit a written statement verifying that all lead screening information has been obtained and is accessible in the child files.
- LS Observed No Evidence of Liquid Fragrance Free Soap in the First Aid Kit13A.17.10.02E
LS observed no evidence of liquid fragrance free soap in the first aid kit. Director to submit photographic evidence that liquid, fragrance free soap has been obtained and is accessible in the first aid kit.
Nov 15, 20241 Finding1 Critical
- LS Observed Potentially Harmful Items That Were Accessible to Children in Care; Specifically Lysol, Bleach Wipes,…13A.17.10.04A
LS observed potentially harmful items that were accessible to children in care; specifically Lysol, bleach wipes, bleach spray, and hand sanitizer. Facility placed the items in a locked closet that was in accessible to children at the time of the inspection.
Dec 5, 20232 Findings2 Important
- Of the Emergency Forms Reviewed There Was One That Did Not Have an Emergency Contact13A.17.03.04C
Of the emergency forms reviewed there was one that did not have an emergency contact. Director will have this corrected and send to LS for correction. Director will review all emergency forms to ensure they are all complete.
- One Child Has Medication and the Parent Needs to Complete the Form Where Necessary13A.17.11.04A(1)(a)
One child has medication and the parent needs to complete the form where necessary. The form has been completed by the child's doctor. Director will send to LS when complete.