Tender Years of Deale
DRUM POINT ROAD, DEALE, MD 20751Childery Rating: 3/5
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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
- 49
- 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 2025, the issues cited most often were Staff-to-Child Ratios & Group Size (3), Infectious Disease Prevention & Control (2), and Licensing & Administrative Compliance (2). None of the 11 findings were critical.
See All 3 Inspection Visits
Dec 30, 20252 Findings2 Important
- LS Observed No Liners in Any of the Trashcans in the Children's Restrooms.13A.16.05.11D(1)
- LS Observed Overrunning Trash Can in Adult Bathroom.13A.16.05.11D(3)
Jun 2, 20251 Finding1 Important
- After Individually Interviewing All Staff13A.16.03.07A
After individually interviewing all staff, two staff stated that they have seen children in the lunchroom which is not yet approved on the license. LS received another OCC 1209 Change in Facilities form requesting to approve the lunchroom for auxiliary use, and to decrease the capacity of G/H but in
May 13, 20258 Findings8 Important
- LS Observed a Child Over 12 Months Old Resting in the Crib13A.16.03.04I(6)
LS observed a child over 12 months old resting in the crib. Corrected during the inspection. The Director received documentation from the child's parent during the inspection that their child may continue napping in a crib.
- A Second Staff Listed on the Staffing Pattern in the Infant Room Was Not Present and There Were No Substitutes…13A.16.03.05B
A second staff listed on the Staffing Pattern in the infant room was not present and there were no Substitutes available to cover the staff although three infants and two toddlers were present.
- Licensing Specialist Was Not Notified Within Five Working Days of a Staff That Was Terminated on May 5, 2025.13A.16.03.06A(2)
- Licensing Specialist Observed Disrepair to the Ceiling in the Lobby.13A.16.05.01A(1)
- Licensing Specialist Did Not Observe Any Mold in the Facility13A.16.05.01A(2)
Licensing Specialist did not observe any mold in the Facility. Only one ceiling tile in Room J/K needs to be replaced due to minor water damage.
- Upon Arrival of Inspection LS Was Able to Walk Into the Facility13A.16.07.06A
Upon arrival of inspection LS was able to walk into the Facility. The doors to the back of the Facility are not locked either. When the front door is not locked anyone could enter the Facility. LS observed the Director's daughter sitting down in the infant room although she left the room momentarily
- Upon Arrival of Inspection the Director and a Teacher Were Supervising Three Infants and Two Toddlers in the Infant Room13A.16.08.01A(2)(b)
Upon arrival of inspection the Director and a Teacher were supervising three infants and two toddlers in the Infant room. Once the Director left the room to greet the LS, the Director's daughter who is not cleared by OCC joined the infant/toddler room.
- Upon Arrival of Inspection the Director and a Teacher Were Supervising Three Infants and Two Toddlers in the Infant Room13A.16.08.03C(1)
Upon arrival of inspection the Director and a Teacher were supervising three infants and two toddlers in the Infant room. Once the Director left the room to greet the LS, the Director's daughter who is not cleared by OCC joined the infant/toddler room.
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