Muslim Community School
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
- Infants, Toddlers, Preschool, School-Age
- Licensed capacity
- 38
- 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 (3), Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (3), and Children's Records & Files (2). Of 13 total findings, 1 was critical.
See All 3 Inspection Visits
Feb 6, 20254 Findings4 Important
- Per Previous Inspection Licensing Specialist Reviewed Several Children's Files and Found That the Emergency Cards Were…13A.16.03.04A
Per previous inspection Licensing Specialist reviewed several children's files and found that the emergency cards were still missing information and several were missing the second page.
- Licensing Specialist Interviewed Several Staff Regarding Abuse and Neglect Reporting13A.16.07.02C(2)
Licensing Specialist interviewed several staff regarding abuse and neglect reporting. Most staff said they report to the county, one said they report to the parents and have a discussion with the children. Staff are reminded that they are mandated reporters and obligated to report any suspected abus
- Licensing Specialist Was Unable to Review Any Individualized Care Plans. Facility Is Asked to Create Them and Post Them.13A.16.09.02B
- Licensing Specialist Observed an Infant in a Swaddle Sleeping on Their Stomach13A.16.10.05B
Licensing Specialist observed an infant in a swaddle sleeping on their stomach. Staff were instructed to remove the swaddle from the child and send it home as swaddles, or anything that can restrict a child's movements are prohibited.
Nov 14, 20243 Findings1 Critical2 Important
- Licensing Specialist Observed an Infant Sleeping with a Pacifier That Was Attached to a Clip13A.16.07.06A
Licensing Specialist observed an infant sleeping with a pacifier that was attached to a clip. Facility is reminded that this is a strangulation hazard and must be removed from the pacifier before the child goes to nap.
- Licensing Specialist Observed an Infant Room with Two Infants and One Aide13A.16.08.02B
Licensing Specialist observed an infant room with two infants and one aide, and a toddler/two room with four children and one aide. Facility is reminded they must have qualified staff at all times.
- Licensing Specialist Observed Two Cribs with Rolled Up Blankets Inside to Prevent Children From Sticking Their Limbs…13A.16.09.04F
Licensing Specialist observed two cribs with rolled up blankets inside to prevent children from sticking their limbs through the bars. Facility is reminded this is a suffocation risk and asked to remove them immediately.
Nov 13, 20246 Findings6 Important
- Licensing Specialist Was Unable to View Part 1 of the Health Inventory in Any of the Children's Files.13A.16.03.04D(1-2)
- Licensing Specialist Observed a New Staff Member Who Had Not Been Reported to the Office of Child Care13A.16.03.06A(1)
Licensing Specialist observed a new staff member who had not been reported to the office of child care. Facility states the staff started last month. Facility is reminded that all staff must be reported for clearance within 5 days of hire.
- License Indicates Capacity Is 10 Children in Room 213/215, Licensing Specialist Observed 20 Children Present13A.16.04.01B
License indicates capacity is 10 children in room 213/215, Licensing Specialist observed 20 children present. Facility is reminded that they need to follow what is on their license for room capacity at all times.
- Licensing Specialist Observed a New Staff Who Had Not Been Reported to the Office of Child Care and Had Been Employed…13A.16.08.01A(2)(a)
Licensing Specialist observed a new staff who had not been reported to the office of child care and had been employed for a month. Facility is asked to submit all required documentation as soon as possible.
- Licensing Specialist Observed the Infant and Toddler Rooms Being Supervised by Aides13A.16.08.02B
Licensing Specialist observed the infant and toddler rooms being supervised by Aides. Facility is reminded that there must be a qualified staff present in both of these rooms at all times.
- Licensing Specialist Observed a Classroom Where Facility Was Combining Infants, Toddlers and Twos13A.16.08.03C(1)
Licensing Specialist observed a classroom where facility was combining infants, toddlers and twos. Facility is reminded that infants cannot be combined with two year olds.