Our Lady of Mercy Preschool
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
- 55
- 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 2 inspections since 2024, the issues cited most often were Children's Records & Files (1), Building & Premises Safety (1), and Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (1). Of 4 total findings, 1 was critical.
See All 2 Inspection Visits
May 20, 20251 Finding1 Important
- Licensing Specialist Reviewed Several Emergency Forms That Were Missing Information13A.16.03.04C
Licensing Specialist reviewed several emergency forms that were missing information. Facility is asked to submit photographic evidence of corrections.
Apr 18, 20243 Findings1 Critical2 Important
- Licensing Specialist Observed a Stapler on a Teacher Desk Accessible to Children13A.16.10.04A
Licensing Specialist observed a stapler on a teacher desk accessible to children. Facility is reminded that all potentially hazardous items are to be kept out of reach of children.
- Facility Was Unable to Produce Current Fire Permit.13A.16.02.03C(4)
- Facility Has Four Staff Members Documented on Their Personnel List Without Criminal Background Checks.13A.16.03.06A(1)