North Frederick Elementary Before and After School Enrichment
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
- 60
- 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 3 inspections since 2024, the issues cited most often were Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (7), Medication Administration (3), and Children's Records & Files (1). None of the 13 findings were critical.
See All 3 Inspection Visits
May 21, 20266 Findings6 Important
- LS Observed 1 Emergency Form Needing Parent Signature and Date, Physician Information and Emergency Contact Information13A.16.03.04C
LS observed 1 emergency form needing parent signature and date, physician information and emergency contact information. LS observed 1 emergency form needing an annual update.
- LS Did Not Observe a Completed Staff Orientation for 2 Staff Members.13A.16.06.02
- LS Observed 0 Hours of Continued Training for Previous Full Year for One Aide13A.16.06.12B(1)
LS observed 0 hours of continued training for previous full year for one aide. LS observed 2 hours of continued training for previous full year for one aide.
- LS Did Not Observe a Completed Professional Development Plan for 2 Aides.13A.16.06.12B(2)
- LS Did Not Observe Parent Authorization on Medication Form for One Child in Care.13A.16.11.04A(1)(a)
- LS Observed Expired Medication for One Child in Care.13A.16.11.04E(1)(c)
Jun 9, 20254 Findings4 Important
- LS Did Not Observe Current Staffing Patterns Posted. Staffing Patterns Do Not Reflect Current Staff.13A.16.03.05B
- One Staff Member Who Is No Longer Employed Must Be Removed.13A.16.03.06A(2)
- LS Did Not Observe Basic Health and Safety for One Aide.13A.16.06.12B(3)
- LS Did Not Observe Aide Orientation Training for One Aide.13A.16.06.12C
May 24, 20243 Findings3 Important
- Two Staff Medicals Were Missing Physician Stamp And/or Address and Phone Number of Physician.13A.16.06.04A(1)
- LS Interviewed Staff on Procedure for Maintaining Separate Groups with the Max Group Size Being Maintained13A.16.08.03D(3)
LS interviewed staff on procedure for maintaining separate groups with the max group size being maintained. Facility stated they do use the same head count sheet for the whole group and not individual groups. Facility is reminded that the groups must be considered separate and not exceed the maxim
- One Medication Form Was Missing Parent Permission to Administer the Medication and Three Were Missing Facility Receipt of Medication.13A.16.11.04A(1)(a)