Pauline Mash School for Early Childhood Education
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.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 3 out of 5 stars overall. Process quality reflects a Maryland EXCELS rating of Level 2 (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 2 (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
- 177
- 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 2 inspections since 2024, the issues cited most often were Food Safety & Allergic Reactions (6), Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (4), and Children's Records & Files (2). None of the 14 findings were critical.
See All 2 Inspection Visits
Apr 23, 202511 Findings11 Important
- LS Observed an Unleashed Dog on Campus. LS Did Not Observe a Written Agreement with Parents for the Program to Have a Pet on Campus.13A.16.03.03D
- LS Observed One Child's Record Missing a Lead Screening/test results. LS Observed One Child's Record Missing Health Inventory I.13A.16.03.04C
- LS Observed 3 Staff Members Without Experience in the File13A.16.03.05C
LS observed 3 staff members without experience in the file. LS observed 3 staff members without verification of age in the file. LS observed 3 staff members without updated medical evaluations (5 years old) in the file.
- LS Observed 3 Staff Members Without Verification of Age in the File.13A.16.06.01
- LS Did Not Observe 2 Staff Members Without Orientation of COMAR.13A.16.06.02
- LS Observed 3 Staff Members Whose Medical Evaluations Need Updating.13A.16.06.04A(4)
- LS Observed Two Childrens' Medication Administration Form Without a Parent's Signature, One Without Physician's Signature.13A.16.11.04A(1)(a)
- LS Observed Classroom Refrigerators Storing Children's Food in Rooms 4, 7, 9, and 13 with Temperatures Over 40 Degrees F.13A.16.12.04A(1)
- LS Observed Classroom Refrigerators Storing Children's Food in Rooms 4, 7, 9, and 13 with Temperatures Over 40 Degrees F.13A.16.12.04F(3)
- LS Observed Microwave Ovens in Classrooms 4, 6, 8, 9, and 13 with Burnt Plastic and Peeling13A.16.12.05A
LS observed microwave ovens in classrooms 4, 6, 8, 9, and 13 with burnt plastic and peeling. Program will immediately replace microwaves or remove them from the classroom.
- LS Observed Infant Bottles Without Dates on Them and Stored in Refrigerators Above 40 Degrees F.13A.16.12.06E(1)
Apr 12, 20243 Findings3 Important
- The LST Did Not Observe All of the Infant and Toddler Care Plans Updated Every 3 Months.13A.16.09.02C
- LST Did Not Observe All Infant Bottles Labeled with the Infant's Name and Date.13A.16.12.06E(1)
- LST Observed 2 Bottle Nipples Unprotected.13A.16.12.06E(2)