Lighthouse Christian Childcare
OLD RAILROAD ROAD, HEBRON, MD 21830Childery 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
Facility Info
- Facility type
- Child Care Center
- Age groups served
- Infants, Toddlers, Preschool, School-Age
- Licensed capacity
- 62
- Teacher-child ratios & group sizesState Minimum Displayed
Age Max ratio Max group Infants 1:3 6 Toddlers 1:3 9 Preschool 1:10 20
Teacher Credentials
- Lead teacher credentialState Minimum Displayed
- High School Diploma
Inspection History
Across 3 inspections since 2024, the issues cited most often were Staff-to-Child Ratios & Group Size (4), Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (2), and Building & Premises Safety (2). Of 9 total findings, 2 were critical.
See All 3 Inspection Visits
Aug 13, 20252 Findings2 Important
- Class Room A112 ( Infant/Toddler) Room Had 7 Toddlers with Only 2 Teachers13A.16.08.01B(1)
Class room A112 ( Infant/Toddler) room had 7 toddlers with only 2 teachers. Staff/Child ratio is 1/3 to ensure that each infant/toddler is receiving adequate individualized care. Corrected during inspection
- Classroom A112 Had (7) Toddlers Present with (2) Teachers. Ratio Was Corrected at the Time of the Inspection.13A.16.08.03C(1)
Nov 4, 20242 Findings2 Critical
- Two Children Were Left Unsupervised in the Classroom During an Outdoor Transition13A.16.08.01A(2)(a)
Two children were left unsupervised in the classroom during an outdoor transition, indicating a lapse in maintaining adequate supervision by designated staff.
- The Two Children Left Unsupervised During the Transition Did Not Receive Supervision Appropriate to Their Age And…13A.16.08.01A(2)(b)
The two children left unsupervised during the transition did not receive supervision appropriate to their age and needs, resulting in a lapse in care.
Feb 16, 20245 Findings5 Important
- No Basic Health and Safety Training on File for O.W (Due 1/9/23)13A.16.03.05C
No Basic Health and Safety training on file for O.W (due 1/9/23), D.W (due 12/14/23), C.R (due 12/13/23), and S.B (due 12/7/23). No 5 year updated CBC information on file for N.G (due on 1/18/24).
- Staff Member L.J Is No Longer Employed with the Center and the Office Was Not Notified That Her Employment Ended13A.16.03.06A(2)
Staff member L.J is no longer employed with the center and the office was not notified that her employment ended. She has apparently been gone for a few months.
- Specialist Observed 4 Discolored Ceiling Tiles in Room A110. In Room A117 the Molding Around the Bottom of the Wall Is Missing.13A.16.05.01A(1)
- In Room A105 the Refrigerator Is Wobbling13A.16.05.01A(2)
In room A105 the refrigerator is wobbling. On top of the refrigerator is a microwave, on top of the microwave is a small crockpot with hot water used for warming bottles. The crockpot will need to be moved to a lower more stable area. Clutter under the sinks of room A112, A115, and A102.
- Trashcan in Room A109 Was Full and the Contents Were Accessible to Children, There Was No Lid on the Trashcan.13A.16.05.11D(3)
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