Grace Christian Academy of MD Preschool and Before & After School Programs
ZEKIAH DRIVE, WALDORF, MD 20601Childery 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
- 163
- 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 2025, the issues cited most often were Children's Records & Files (6), Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (4), and Emergency Preparedness & Drills (1). None of the 14 findings were critical.
See All 2 Inspection Visits
Apr 14, 202613 Findings13 Important
- Upon Review of a Sample of Children's Records13A.17.03.02C(1)
Upon review of a sample of children's records, it was noted that 3 children need evidence that the parents received the consumer pamphlet information. Please provide the consumer pamphlet to the parent/guardian and submit evidence of this to the Licensing Specialist. Please review all files to ensur
- Several Emergency Forms Were Missing the Required Information13A.17.03.04C
Several emergency forms were missing the required information. The center is advised to review children's files and ensure that all children's emergency forms are completed and contain the required information. The center is reminded to maintain emergency information for all children in care and ens
- Two Children in Care Were Missing Evidence of the Health Inventory Part 1 in Their File13A.17.03.04D(1)
Two children in care were missing evidence of the health inventory part 1 in their file. Please obtain the documents from the parents/guardians and submit evidence to the specialist. The center is advised to review children's records to ensure they are complete and current. See additional comments s
- Two Children in Care Were Missing Evidence of the Health Inventory Part 2 in Their File13A.17.03.04D(3)
Two children in care were missing evidence of the health inventory part 2 in their file. Please obtain the documents from the parents/guardians and submit evidence to the specialist. The center is advised to review children's records to ensure they are complete and current. See additional comments s
- Two Children in Care Were Missing Evidence of the Lead Blood Test at 24 Months of Age13A.17.03.04E
Two children in care were missing evidence of the lead blood test at 24 months of age. Please obtain the documents from the parents/guardians and submit evidence to the specialist. See additional comments sheet.
- There Were Several Children Enrolled Missing Evidence of an Updated Immunization Record13A.17.03.04G
There were several children enrolled missing evidence of an updated immunization record. Please obtain the documents from the parents/guardians and submit evidence to the specialist. Please see additional comments sheet.
- There Are Two Staff Members Who Have Left Employment and the OCC Did Not Receive Written Notification of This From The…13A.17.03.06A(2)
There are two staff members who have left employment and the OCC did not receive written notification of this from the operator. The operator informed the specialist today and it was documented on the discrepancy and staff change forms. In the future, please provide written notification to the OCC a
- Several Staff Had No Evidence of a Staff Orientation in Their Files13A.17.06.02
Several staff had no evidence of a staff orientation in their files. Please complete the staff orientation with the staff and keep a record of this in their files. Submit a letter of correction to the Licensing Specialist once the staff orientation has been completed with each staff member. In addit
- Several Staff Members Need Evidence of Having a Medical Evaluation Completed13A.17.06.04A(1)
Several staff members need evidence of having a medical evaluation completed. Please submit evidence to the specialist once the documents have been obtained.
- There Is No Evidence That the Center Has at Least One Employee Who Has Completed the Approved Emergency Preparedness…13A.17.10.01A(1)
There is no evidence that the center has at least one employee who has completed the approved emergency preparedness training. Please submit the emergency preparedness certificate to the specialist once it has been obtained.
- Several of the Required First Aid Supplies Were Not Observed in the First Aid Kit During the Inspection13A.17.10.02E
Several of the required first aid supplies were not observed in the first aid kit during the inspection. Please ensure that all required first aid supplies are maintained. Once the required supplies have been obtained, please submit evidence to the specialist. See additional comments sheet.
- The Preschool Children Use the Gym at Times and the Specialist Noted the Outlets Were Not Capped During the Inspection13A.17.10.04F
The preschool children use the gym at times and the specialist noted the outlets were not capped during the inspection. Outlets need to be capped if children under 5 are present in a room. Please submit a letter of correction to the Licensing Specialist once the outlets have been capped.
- There Was No Handwashing Procedure Posted in the Girls or Boys Preschool Bathroom at the Time of the Inspection13A.17.11.03A
There was no handwashing procedure posted in the girls or boys preschool bathroom at the time of the inspection. Please ensure that an approved handwashing procedure is posted at each sink used for handwashing. Once the handwashing procedure has been posted, please submit evidence to the specialist.
Apr 10, 20251 Finding1 Important
- One Staff Member Has Been Employed with the Center for More Than 90 Days but There Was No Evidence That They Completed…13A.17.06.02
One staff member has been employed with the center for more than 90 days but there was no evidence that they completed the approved 3-hour Basic Health and Safety training. Additionally there was no evidence that another staff member completed the 2024 Basic Health and Safety Annual update. Please e
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