Harford Day School
MOORES MILL ROAD, BEL AIR, MD 21014Childery 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.5 / 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 5 out of 5 stars overall. Process quality reflects a Maryland EXCELS rating of Level 5 (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 5 (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 Association of Independent Maryland Schools (AIMS).
Facility Info
- Facility type
- Child Care Center
- Age groups served
- Toddlers, Preschool, School-Age
- Licensed capacity
- 230
- 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 Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (2), Hazardous Materials Handling (2), and Children's Records & Files (1). Of 7 total findings, 1 was critical.
See All 2 Inspection Visits
Apr 3, 20254 Findings1 Critical3 Important
- At the Time of the Inspection13A.16.10.04A
At the time of the inspection, Room 16 had Lysol wipes in an unlocked cabinet accessible to children, Room 14 had packing tape with sharp edge in an unlocked drawer accessible to children, Room 7 had hair detangler in an unlocked drawer accessible to children. All items in all classrooms were moved
- At the Time of the Inspection an Emergency Card Was Missing Physician Information.13A.16.03.04C
- At the Time of the Inspection Training Could Not Be Located for 3 Teachers.13A.16.06.09C
- At the Time of the Inspection, One Medication Had Expired and Needs to Be Replaced.13A.16.11.04A(3)
May 15, 20243 Findings3 Important
- At the Time of the Inspection, MC Commons Room Has Water Stained and Sagging Ceiling Tiles13A.16.05.01A(1)
At the time of the inspection, MC Commons Room has water stained and sagging ceiling tiles. Room 7 bathroom has a metal wall plate with rust. Room 14 cabinets have cracked laminate.
- One Teacher Had Not Completed Her 12 Hours of Required Training.13A.16.06.09C
- At the Time of the Inspection13A.16.10.04A
At the time of the inspection, Room 14 had air freshener accessible to children in the bathroom and carpet cleaner under the classroom sink. Both were moved immediately and corrected. Room 1 had Mr. Clean scrubbing pads and a tape dispenser accessible to children in care. both were moved immediately
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