Grace Lutheran Preschool and Extended Care Center
CHARLES STREET, LA PLATA, MD 20646Childery Rating: 3/5
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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.3 / 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 3 out of 5 stars overall. Process quality reflects a Maryland EXCELS rating of Level 2 (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 2 (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
- Recognized by Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Elementary and Secondary Schools (MSA-CESS).
Facility Info
- Facility type
- Child Care Center
- Age groups served
- Toddlers, Preschool, School-Age
- Licensed capacity
- 115
- 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 2 inspections since 2025, the issues cited most often were Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (9), Children's Records & Files (4), and Licensing & Administrative Compliance (1). None of the 14 findings were critical.
See All 2 Inspection Visits
Feb 6, 202611 Findings11 Important
- A Sample of Children Files Were Reviewed and Within This Sample There Were 16 Either Missing the Emergency Form or Had…13A.16.03.04C
A sample of children files were reviewed and within this sample there were 16 either missing the emergency form or had the form but information was missing from the form. The center copied the Health Record Review to know which children these are.
- A Sample of Children Files Were Reviewed and Within This Sample There Was One Child's File Missing the Health Inventory…13A.16.03.04D(1-2)
A sample of children files were reviewed and within this sample there was one child's file missing the Health Inventory I, which is the form the parent completes. Please have the parent complete the form and send a copy to the Licensing Specialist.
- A Sample of Children Files Were Reviewed and Within This Sample There Was One Child's File That Did Not Contain…13A.16.03.04E
A sample of children files were reviewed and within this sample there was one child's file that did not contain evidence of a lead blood test. Please obtain documentation that the child has had a lead blood test completed and send a copy to the Licensing Specialist.
- A Sample of Children Files Were Reviewed and Within This Sample There Were 3 Children That Needed Updated Immunizations13A.16.03.04G
A sample of children files were reviewed and within this sample there were 3 children that needed updated immunizations. Please have the parents provide an updated immunization record, to be sure that the child has received the appropriate immunizations, and send a copy to the Licensing Specialist.
- The Center Has Not Been Documenting When Substitutes Are Being Used13A.16.03.05E
The center has not been documenting when substitutes are being used. The director said she will start having the staff log in when they substitute for another staff person.
- There Are Several Staff That Do Not Have Evidence That a Center Orientation Was Completed with Them13A.16.06.02
There are several staff that do not have evidence that a center orientation was completed with them. Please complete a center orientation with each of these staff immediately and send copies to the Licensing Specialist.
- There Are Several Staff That Do Not Have Evidence That a Medical Evaluation Was Completed on Them to Clear Them to Work…13A.16.06.04A(1)
There are several staff that do not have evidence that a medical evaluation was completed on them to clear them to work at the center. Please have the staff obtain the medicals immediately and send copies to the Licensing Specialist. See remarks section for details.
- There Are Several Staff That Have Medicals That Are Over 5 Years Old13A.16.06.04A(4)
There are several staff that have medicals that are over 5 years old. Please have the staff obtain an updated medical evaluation and send a copy to the Licensing Specialist. See remarks section for details.
- There Are 2 Teachers That Have Not Taken the Required Number of Continued Training Hours Within Their Training Cycle13A.16.06.09C
There are 2 teachers that have not taken the required number of continued training hours within their training cycle. See additional remarks for details.
- One Aide That Has Been Employed Over 90 Days Has Not Completed the Initial Basic Health and Safety Training13A.16.06.12A(3)
One aide that has been employed over 90 days has not completed the initial basic health and safety training. Please have her complete this training immediately and send a copy to the Licensing Specialist.
- There Are 2 Staff That Have Not Completed the Aide Orientation and Have Been Employed Over 6 Months13A.16.06.12C
There are 2 staff that have not completed the aide orientation and have been employed over 6 months. Please have these staff complete the training immediately and send copies to the Licensing Specialist.
Feb 19, 20253 Findings3 Important
- The Director Is Currently Working on Updating the Staffing Patterns and the Updated Patterns Were Posted in The…13A.16.03.05B
The director is currently working on updating the staffing patterns and the updated patterns were posted in the classrooms with the exception of the Gym. Please update the staffing pattern for that room and also send copies of the updated staffing patterns for all the classrooms to the Licensing Sp
- There Are 3 Preschool Teachers That Did Not Complete the Required 12 Hours of Continued Training. Please See Remarks Section for Details.13A.16.06.09C
- There Are 7 Aides That Have Been Employed for Over 90 Days but There Wasn't Evidence That the Initial Basic Health And…13A.16.06.12A(3)
There are 7 aides that have been employed for over 90 days but there wasn't evidence that the initial basic health and safety was completed. Please have the staff complete the training in the next cohort and send copies of the completed training certificates to the Licensing Specialist.
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