The Barrie School, A Non-Profit Corporation
LAYHILL ROAD, SILVER SPRING, MD 20906Childery 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
- Recognized by American Montessori Society (AMS).
Facility Info
- Facility type
- Child Care Center
- Age groups served
- Infants, Toddlers, Preschool, School-Age
- Licensed capacity
- 219
- 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 2023, the issues cited most often were Building & Premises Safety (7), Children's Records & Files (4), and Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (2). None of the 14 findings were critical.
See All 3 Inspection Visits
Oct 7, 20257 Findings7 Important
- Licensing Specialist Did Not Observe the Lead Testing Forms for the Children in Care.13A.16.03.02E
- Some Emergency Forms Did Not Have the Source of Health Care Listed.13A.16.03.04C
- Licensing Specialist Did Not Observe the Lead Testing for Children Enrolled.13A.16.03.04E
- Toilet Seat Has a Small Scratched Surface.13A.16.05.08B
- Movable Equipment Is Too Close to Each Other When in Use.13A.16.05.12D
- Medical Reports Must Be Updated Every 5 Years.13A.16.06.04A(4)
- Aid Had Not Completed Training for This Year.13A.16.06.12B(1)
Oct 18, 20242 Findings2 Important
- Director Will Need to Check Each Child's Emergency Form for Completeness.13A.16.03.02A
- Broken Concrete Step, and Broken Train Rails May Cause an Entrapment,13A.16.05.12D
Jun 29, 20235 Findings5 Important
- Specialist Observed What Looked to Be Water Damage and Exposed Pipes on the Ceiling of the Gym13A.16.05.01A(2)
Specialist observed what looked to be water damage and exposed pipes on the ceiling of the gym. Facility is asked have the items repaired and submit photographic evidence upon completion.
- Specialist Observed Two Spaces Outside of McDermott Room 2 on a Mat and in a Container with Sitting Water13A.16.05.12D
Specialist observed two spaces outside of McDermott Room 2 on a mat and in a container with sitting water. Specialists also observed a nail in the grass near the canoe outside of the same play space. Facility is asked to remove the safety hazards and submit a letter of corrections upon completion.
- Specialist Observed the Bench of the Picnic Table in Disrepair as It Was Wobble and Dry Rotting13A.16.05.12E
Specialist observed the bench of the picnic table in disrepair as it was wobble and dry rotting. Facility is asked to have the bench repaired and submit photographic evidence upon completion.
- Specialist Did Not Observe an Emergency Escape Route Posted in the Gym at the Time of the Inspection13A.16.10.01A(4)
Specialist did not observe an emergency escape route posted in the gym at the time of the inspection. Facility is asked to post the escape route and submit photographic evidence upon completion.
- Specialist Observed Uncapped Electrical Sockets in the Gym That the Facility Plans to Use for Preschool Napping13A.16.10.04F
Specialist observed uncapped electrical sockets in the gym that the facility plans to use for preschool napping. Facility is asked to cap the electrical sockets and submit photographic evidence upon completion.
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