Mount Zion United Methodist Church Preschool
MOUNT ZION CHURCH ROAD, MECHANICSVILLE, MD 20659Childery 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.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
- 40
- 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 2025, the issues cited most often were Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (5), Children's Records & Files (1), and Food Safety & Allergic Reactions (1). None of the 7 findings were critical.
See All 2 Inspection Visits
May 7, 20264 Findings4 Important
- The Director Did Not Complete the 2025 Basic Health and Safety Update Training13A.16.06.05C(3)
The director did not complete the 2025 Basic Health and Safety update training. Please complete this as soon as possible and submit it to the OCC.
- There Are Three Teachers Who Did Not Complete the 2025 Basic Health and Safety Update Training13A.16.06.09C
There are three teachers who did not complete the 2025 Basic Health and Safety update training. Please complete this as soon as possible and submit it to the OCC.
- There Is One Aide Who Did Not Complete the 2025 Basic Health and Safety Update Training13A.16.06.12B(3)
There is one aide who did not complete the 2025 Basic Health and Safety update training. Please complete this as soon as possible and submit it to the OCC.
- There Is One Aide Who Did Not Complete the 3 Hour Aide Orientation in the Required Time Frame13A.16.06.12C
There is one aide who did not complete the 3 hour aide orientation in the required time frame. Please have the aide complete this training as soon as possible and submit a copy of the certificate to the OCC.
May 13, 20253 Findings3 Important
- A Sample of Children's Records Were Reviewed13A.16.03.03D
A sample of children's records were reviewed. There was one child whose file was missing evidence of a signed contract. Please ensure that this file and the files of all children enrolled have a signed contract with the parents in the children's files.
- There Is One Employee Whose File Is Missing a Center Orientation Checklist13A.16.03.05C
There is one employee whose file is missing a center orientation checklist. The director is advised to review the checklist with the employee and keep a signed copy in the employee file. There are 3 employees whose file does not have a copy of their criminal background check results. The director wa
- There Were 2 Boxes of Cereal and a Box of Crackers That Had Been Opened, but Had Not Been Sealed13A.16.12.04A(1)
There were 2 boxes of cereal and a box of crackers that had been opened, but had not been sealed. The director placed the food in sealed bags during the inspection.
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