Halethorpe Elementary Before and After Child Care
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.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.2 / 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 1 (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 1 (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
- Preschool, School-Age
- Licensed capacity
- 30
- 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 3 inspections since 2023, the issues cited most often were Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (2), Emergency Preparedness & Drills (1), and Medication Administration (1). None of the 5 findings were critical.
See All 3 Inspection Visits
Oct 15, 20251 Finding1 Important
- The Program Needs to Show Proof of Update13A.16.10.01A(3)(d)
Oct 8, 20242 Findings2 Important
- LS Observed a Sub on Site but No Sub Log13A.16.03.05E
LS observed a sub on site but no sub log. LS discussed this regulation with the director when she arrived at the program. The director states she will complete a sub log moving forward. Program is to send proof of a current sub log to OCC ASAP.
- LS Observed 2 Staff on Site and Neither Has the MA Training13A.16.11.04F(1)
LS observed 2 staff on site and neither has the MA training. The director states she has been trying to find a MA class for quite some time but the classes are either extremely far away or offered on Sundays. LS provided the director with a few more names on the MA trainers list from the website as
Oct 19, 20232 Findings2 Important
- LS Observed Some Staff Who Are No Longer with the Program but Are Still Associated in the System13A.16.03.06A(2)
LS observed some staff who are no longer with the program but are still associated in the system. The program completed the PL at the time the staff were to be removed but forgot to send it.. Program is reminded to send documentation as required within 5 days. Program corrected on site by providing
- LS Observed FA Kit Missing Disposable Washcloths. Program Is to Send Documentation of Correction to OCC ASAP.13A.16.10.02E