Patterson Park Child Care
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.4 / 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.3 / 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 4 out of 5 stars overall. Process quality reflects a Maryland EXCELS rating of Level 3 (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 3 (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
- 123
- 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 4 inspections since 2023, the issues cited most often were Staff-to-Child Ratios & Group Size (3), Licensing & Administrative Compliance (2), and Building & Premises Safety (1). Of 6 total findings, 1 was critical.
See All 4 Inspection Visits
Sep 29, 20251 Finding1 Important
- LS Observed Two Staff Members Present Without a Cleared Release on File. Corrected at the Time of the Visit.13A.16.07.06D(1)
Nov 25, 20242 Findings2 Important
- The Center Did Not Notify OCC of an Employee with an Alert.13A.16.03.06E(1)
- LS Observed in Two Classrooms That Were to Dark to See the Children Present. This Was Corrected Onsite.13A.16.05.09A
Sep 10, 20242 Findings2 Important
- LS Observed Two Classrooms Being Used That Differs From the Staffing Patterns Submitted. This Was Corrected Onsite.13A.16.03.05B
- LS Observed Supervision Not Being Maintained in Four Total Classrooms. The Center Corrected This Onsite.13A.16.08.01A(1)
Jul 20, 20231 Finding1 Critical
- LS Observed 2 Individuals Onsite Without Fingerprints and Written Approval to Begin Work13A.16.07.06D(1)
LS observed 2 individuals onsite without fingerprints and written approval to begin work. This was corrected onsite. The individuals were sent home.