Har Shalom Early Childhood Education Center
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
- Toddlers, Preschool, School-Age
- Licensed capacity
- 87
- 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 2024, the issues cited most often were Children's Records & Files (2), Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (2), and Staff-to-Child Ratios & Group Size (1). None of the 6 findings were critical.
See All 2 Inspection Visits
Apr 21, 20261 Finding1 Important
- Licensing Specialist Reviewed Children's Files and Found Three That Needed More Information on the Emergency Forms13A.16.03.04C
Licensing Specialist reviewed children's files and found three that needed more information on the emergency forms. Facility is to submit photographic evidence of correction via email.
Apr 26, 20245 Findings5 Important
- Licensing Specialist Reviewed Four Emergency Cards That Were Not Completed13A.16.03.04C
Licensing Specialist reviewed four emergency cards that were not completed. Facility is asked to review all emergency cards and make sure that all the information is filled out and up to date. Facility can submit proof via email of all emergency cards being updated.
- At the Time of the Inspection Licensing Specialist Met Seven Staff Members Who Have Not Been Reported to the Office Of…13A.16.03.06A(1)
At the time of the inspection Licensing Specialist met seven staff members who have not been reported to the office of child care. Facility is asked to submit a current personnel list and all required documents to add these staff members as soon as possible.
- At the Time of the Inspection Licensing Specialist Observed Two Classrooms with Staff Who Have Not Been Reported to The…13A.16.07.06C
At the time of the inspection Licensing Specialist observed two classrooms with staff who have not been reported to the office of child care. Facility is reminded that those staff should not be left alone with children until they have submitted all required documents and been approved.
- Licensing Specialist Observed a Mixed Age Group of Toddlers (18-2 Yrs) with Two Staff Who Had Not Been Reported to The…13A.16.08.02B
Licensing Specialist observed a mixed age group of toddlers (18-2 yrs) with two staff who had not been reported to the office of child care. Staff roles have not been evaluated or approved. Facility is reminded that only approved qualified staff may be left in charge of a group of children. Facility
- Licensing Specialist Observed a Diaper Changing Table Being Used to Store Classroom and Teacher Belongings13A.16.09.06A
Licensing Specialist observed a diaper changing table being used to store classroom and teacher belongings. Facility is reminded that diaper changing stations are not to be as storage and is for the sole purpose of changing diapers. Facility is asked to submit photographic evidence of changing table