Play Centers at Edgemere Elementary 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.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
- Preschool, School-Age
- Licensed capacity
- 45
- 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 2025, the issues cited most often were Staff-to-Child Ratios & Group Size (4), Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (3), and Discipline & Adult-Child Interaction (3). Of 14 total findings, 6 were critical.
See All 3 Inspection Visits
Apr 24, 20261 Finding1 Important
- LS Did Not Observe Handwashing Procedures Posted at the Handwashing Sinks in the Restrooms in the Rec Room.13A.16.11.03A
Oct 22, 202512 Findings6 Critical6 Important
- LS Watched a Video and Observed the Center's Director Pushing a Child Towards a Bench13A.16.07.01
LS watched a video and observed the center's director pushing a child towards a bench. LS also saw the child falling on the bench and the attached to it table. According to the incident report, this incident caused a bruising on the child's knee.
- LS Watched a Video and Observed the Center's Director Pushing a Child Towards a Bench13A.16.07.03A(1)
LS watched a video and observed the center's director pushing a child towards a bench. LS also saw the child falling on the bench and the attached to it table. According to the incident report, this incident caused a bruising on the child's knee.
- LS Watched a Video and Observed the Center's Director Pushing a Child Towards a Bench13A.16.07.03B(4)
LS watched a video and observed the center's director pushing a child towards a bench. LS also saw the child falling on the bench and the attached to it table. According to the incident report, this incident caused a bruising on the child's knee.
- LS Watched a Video and Observed the Center's Director Pushing a Child Towards a Bench13A.16.07.06A
LS watched a video and observed the center's director pushing a child towards a bench. LS also saw the child falling on the bench and the attached to it table. According to the incident report, this incident caused a bruising on the child's knee. LS observed an unapproved aide in the Cafeteria. The
- LS Watched a Video and Observed the Center's Director Pushing a Child Towards a Bench13A.16.08.01A(2)(b)
LS watched a video and observed the center's director pushing a child towards a bench. LS also saw the child falling on the bench and the attached to it table. According to the incident report, this incident caused a bruising on the child's knee.
- LS Watched a Video and Observed the Center's Director Pushing a Child Towards a Bench13A.16.08.01B(2)
LS watched a video and observed the center's director pushing a child towards a bench. LS also saw the child falling on the bench and the attached to it table. According to the incident report, this incident caused a bruising on the child's knee.
- The Center Has a Personnel List on Site but It Is Not Current13A.16.03.05A
The center has a personnel list on site but it is not current. Play Centers' staff stated she sent an updated OCC 1203 form, with new director and aide listed, to LS on 10/21/2025, but an updated copy was not on site. Correct immediately.
- Staffing Patterns Are Posted but Not Current; The Director Is Still Listed for Both AM and PM Coverage. Correct Immediately.13A.16.03.05B
- LS Observed a Posted Substitute Log but There Was No Substitute Information for Today, Yesterday, and 10/16/25 Afternoon13A.16.03.05E
LS observed a posted substitute log but there was no substitute information for today, yesterday, and 10/16/25 afternoon. Corrected on site when teacher completed the log.
- OCC Was Not Informed of the Addition of New Aide Who Has Been Working at the Center Since 10/14/202513A.16.03.06A(1)
OCC was not informed of the addition of new aide who has been working at the center since 10/14/2025. The unapproved aide was present during the inspection. Correct immediately.
- LS Observed an Unapproved Aide in the Cafeteria. The Aide Was Sitting at the Table with a Group of Children. Correct Immediately.13A.16.08.01A(2)(a)
- LS Observed 25 Children with a Teacher and an Aide and Only the Teacher Was CPR/First Aid Certified. Correct Immediately.13A.16.10.02B
May 20, 20251 Finding1 Important
- LS Observed One Child's Health Assessment Part 1 Not Signed or Dated by the Parent.13A.16.03.04D(1-2)