Monarch Academy Glen Burnie
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
- 45
- 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 1 inspection since 2025, the issues cited most often were Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (6), Children's Records & Files (5), and Emergency Preparedness & Drills (1). None of the 12 findings were critical.
See the Inspection Visit
Feb 19, 202512 Findings12 Important
- Specialist Observed No Evidence of a Written Record of Emergency and Disaster Drills13A.16.03.03B(4)
Specialist observed no evidence of a written record of emergency and disaster drills, including fire drills and emergency drills, as required. During a follow up inspection today, Specialist observed no evidence of the maintenance of a written record of the dates and times of each emergency and disa
- On January 22, 2025, the Center Was Cited Because the Children's Written Records Were Not on Site as Required13A.16.03.04A
On January 22, 2025, the center was cited because the children's written records were not on site as required. During the follow up inspection today, Specialist observed that 5 children in care had no written records. Director shall obtain all missing records and submit a letter of corrections upon
- Specialist Observed That 23 Children's Emergency Information Was Not Maintained as It Was Missing All or Some…13A.16.03.04C
Specialist observed that 23 children's emergency information was not maintained as it was missing all or some information. Specialist additionally observed that 16 of the emergency forms that were present were not updated at least annually as required. Director shall obtain all missing forms, missin
- Specialist Observed 15 Children's Records Missing a Health Assessment by the Child's Parent (Health Inventory Part 1)…13A.16.03.04D(1-2)
Specialist observed 15 children's records missing a health assessment by the child's parent (Health Inventory Part 1) as required. Specialist additionally observed that one form was not completed as it was not signed and dated by the parent. Director shall obtain missing forms and ensure that all fo
- Specialist Observed 16 Children's Records Missing a Health Assessment That Includes a Medical Evaluation by a Physician…13A.16.03.04D(3)
Specialist observed 16 children's records missing a health assessment that includes a medical evaluation by a physician (Health Inventory Part 2) as required. Director shall obtain missing forms and ensure that all forms are complete and submit a letter of corrections upon completion.
- Specialist Observed 18 Children's Records Missing Applicable Lead Test Results as Required13A.16.03.04E
Specialist observed 18 children's records missing applicable lead test results as required. Director shall obtain missing forms and ensure that all forms are complete and submit a letter of corrections upon completion.
- On January 22, 2025, Specialist Observed No Evidence of Each Staff Member's Records, as Required13A.16.03.05C
On January 22, 2025, Specialist observed no evidence of each staff member's records, as required. During a follow up inspection today, Specialist observed no staff record for the 5 substitutes and partial staff records for the remaining staff members. Director shall obtain missing records and submit
- Specialist Observed No Evidence of Staff Orientations for All Staff13A.16.06.02
Specialist observed no evidence of staff orientations for all staff. Director shall document the completion of staff orientations for all staff and submit a letter of corrections upon completion.
- Specialist Observed No Evidence of Medical Evaluations for 5 Staff Members13A.16.06.04A(1)
Specialist observed no evidence of medical evaluations for 5 staff members. Director shall obtain medical evaluations for those staff members and submit a letter of corrections upon completion..
- Specialist Observed One Staff Member's Medical Evaluation That Was Completed More Than 5 Years Ago13A.16.06.04A(4)
Specialist observed one staff member's medical evaluation that was completed more than 5 years ago. Director shall obtain an updated medical evaluation and submit a letter of corrections upon completion.
- On January 22, 2025, the Center Was Cited for Not Having the Director's Training Records on Site13A.16.06.05C(1)
On January 22, 2025, the center was cited for not having the Director's training records on site. During the follow up inspection today, Specialist observed no evidence that the Director completed at least 12 hours of approved training during the last full year of employment. Director shall submit t
- On January 2213A.16.06.05C(3)
On January 22, 2025, the center was cited because Specialist observed that training records, including the 2023 and the 2024 Basic Health and Safety Training certificate, for the Director were not available for review at the time of the inspection. During the follow up inspection today, Specialist o