HRDC Cumberland St. Head Start
CUMBERLAND STREET, CUMBERLAND, MD 21502Childery Rating: 4/5
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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.4 / 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 4 out of 5 stars overall. Process quality reflects a Maryland EXCELS rating of Level 3 (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 3 (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
- 80
- 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 4 inspections since 2024, the issues cited most often were Staff-to-Child Ratios & Group Size (3), Children's Records & Files (3), and Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (2). None of the 10 findings were critical.
See All 4 Inspection Visits
Jan 7, 20261 Finding1 Important
- One Staff Member at the Facility Was Hired on 7/30/202513A.16.03.06A(1)
One staff member at the facility was hired on 7/30/2025. OCC was notified on 11/6/2025 of this staff member's employment. The facility is remined to notify OCC within five working days of new employees or staff members working at the center.
Dec 16, 20255 Findings5 Important
- Classroom One's Staffing Pattern Will Need Updated. The Facility Updated the Staffing Pattern Prior to the Inspection Ending Today.13A.16.03.05B
- On 12/10/2025, a Child Was Left Alone on a Bus13A.16.07.01
On 12/10/2025, a child was left alone on a bus. The parent was notified of the child incident on 12/10/2025. The facility notified OCC on 12/11/2025 of the child incident and the staff members involved.
- On 12/10/2025, a Child Was Left Alone on a Bus13A.16.07.06A
On 12/10/2025, a child was left alone on a bus. The parent was notified of the child incident on 12/10/2025. The facility notified OCC on 12/11/2025 of the child incident and the staff members involved.
- On 12/10/2025, a Child Was Left Alone on a Bus13A.16.08.01A(2)(b)
On 12/10/2025, a child was left alone on a bus. The parent was notified of the child incident on 12/10/2025. The facility notified OCC on 12/11/2025 of the child incident and the staff members involved.
- On 12/10/2025, a Child Was Left Alone on a Bus13A.16.08.01B(2)
On 12/10/2025, a child was left alone on a bus. The parent was notified of the child incident on 12/10/2025. The facility notified OCC on 12/11/2025 of the child incident and the staff members involved.
Jan 29, 20253 Findings3 Important
- One Child's Emergency Form Will Need the Date Completed Near the Parent's Signature Area13A.16.03.04C
One Child's Emergency form will need the date completed near the parent's signature area. Facility is to submit verification of the completed form to OCC.
- One Child's Health Assessment Form (Page One) Will Need the Date Completed at the Bottom of the Page13A.16.03.04D(1-2)
One Child's Health Assessment form (page one) will need the date completed at the bottom of the page. Facility is to submit verification of the completed form to OCC.
- Two Children Will Need a Lead Test Completed. Facility Is to Submit Verification of the Completed Lead Test Screenings to OCC.13A.16.03.04E
Feb 27, 20241 Finding1 Important
- Two Classrooms Did Not a Have a Qualified Teacher Present. Director Placed Qualified Staff in the Classrooms Prior to the Inspection Ending.13A.16.08.02B
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