Public School Employees' Child Development Program at Hammond High 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.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
- Infants, Toddlers, Preschool, School-Age
- Licensed capacity
- 28
- 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 3 inspections since 2024, the issues cited most often were Building & Premises Safety (2), Hazardous Materials Handling (1), and Medication Administration (1). None of the 6 findings were critical.
See All 3 Inspection Visits
Mar 2, 20261 Finding1 Important
- Cleaning Agents Were Located in a Cabinet Under the Sink in the Preschool Classroom That Had a Child Safety Latch That…13A.16.10.04A
Cleaning agents were located in a cabinet under the sink in the preschool classroom that had a child safety latch that was left open. Corrected during inspection.
Nov 25, 20241 Finding1 Important
- One Child Has an Expired Medication on Site. Correct and Submit Correction to OCC.13A.16.11.04E(1)(c)
Feb 5, 20244 Findings4 Important
- The Blue Little Tykes Slide on the Infant Playground Has a Crack on the Section Where Children Step and Sit Down To…13A.16.05.12E
The blue little tykes slide on the infant playground has a crack on the section where children step and sit down to utilize the slide. Repair or replace this equipment. Correct and submit correction to OCC.
- One Crib Was Observed to Have a Loose Fitted Sheet. This Was Corrected During This Inspection.13A.16.09.04A(4)(a)
- LS Observed Windows That Have Blinds with Cords13A.16.10.04I(2)
LS observed windows that have blinds with cords. the cords were not wrapped tightly on each window. LS spoke to Director Heather McConnell about the window coverings and was informed they were put in place by the school.
- The Diaper Pad in the Toddler Bathroom Had a Rip in It. Correct and Submit Correction to OCC.13A.16.11.03C