Sherman Early Childhood Center
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
- 128
- 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
6 Inspection Visits Since 2024 · 14 Findings
Most recent: May 19, 2026⤓ Download Inspection History Report (PDF)
14 Important
Across 6 inspections since 2024, the issues cited most often were Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (5), Staff-to-Child Ratios & Group Size (3), and Discipline & Adult-Child Interaction (2). None of the 14 findings were critical.
See All 6 Inspection Visits
May 19, 20264 Findings4 Important
- LS Was Not Notified of Staff Incident with Staff Within 5 Working Days for Whatever Reason.13A.16.03.06A(2)
- The CPS Agency Was Not Called by the Childcare Program.13A.16.07.02A(2)
- The Teachers Left Child in Restroom Alone While on the Playground with the Class.13A.16.07.06A
- The Teacher Left Child in Restroom While Going Outside.13A.16.08.01A(2)(a)
Feb 26, 20262 Findings2 Important
- LS Did Not Observe Annual Update Signature on Multiple Emergency Cards.13A.16.03.04C
- LS Did Not Observe Lead Screening for Three Children Enrolled.13A.16.03.04E
Jul 11, 20251 Finding1 Important
- LS Was Not Notified of Alleged Child Abuse and Neglect13A.16.03.06E(1)
Feb 18, 20253 Findings3 Important
- LS Did Not Observe 12 Hour Trainings From Head Start Director.13A.16.06.05C(1)
- LS Wilson Did Not Observe. 4 Head Start Child Care Teachers and 2 Teachers on the SEL Program13A.16.06.09C
- LS Did Not Observe 6 Hours Trainings for 4 Head Start Aides and 2 SEL Aides13A.16.06.12B(1)
Nov 7, 20243 Findings3 Important
- LS Did Not Observe Current Staffing Patterns in Infant at the Facility.13A.16.03.05B
- LS Observed Staff Person Working in Classroom Not Cleared by Office of Child Care.13A.16.08.01A(2)(a)
- LS Did Not Observe a Staff Person Not Cleared by OCC Working In Classroom.13A.16.08.02B
Jun 12, 20241 Finding1 Important
- LS Wilson with Other Agency Confirmed Child Abuse and Neglect Bey Staff Member.13A.16.07.01