The Family Academy of Bethesda
MONTGOMERY AVE, BETHESDA, MD 20814Childery 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.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 3 out of 5 stars overall. Process quality reflects a Maryland EXCELS rating of Level 2 (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 2 (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
- 126
- 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 2 inspections since 2024, the issues cited most often were Building & Premises Safety (1), Children's Records & Files (1), and Staff-to-Child Ratios & Group Size (1). None of the 4 findings were critical.
See All 2 Inspection Visits
Feb 13, 20251 Finding1 Important
- Licensing Specialist Observed That the Wooden Play Structure on the Central Playground Has a First Step That Is Slanted…13A.16.05.12E
Licensing specialist observed that the wooden play structure on the central playground has a first step that is slanted inwards. It creates an awkward balance which could potentially lead to an accident. Facility states that the step has always been slightly slanted, but that perhaps the weather has
Feb 28, 20243 Findings3 Important
- Licensing Specialist Observed 1 Instance of a Child's Health Inventory Part II Form That Was Not Filled Out at The…13A.16.03.04D(3)
Licensing specialist observed 1 instance of a child's Health Inventory Part II form that was not filled out at the bottom. Facility is asked to follow-up with the parents about this.
- Licensing Specialist Observed That a Backdoor Located in the Upper Carriage House Was Not Locked13A.16.07.06A
Licensing specialist observed that a backdoor located in the upper carriage house was not locked. This could pose a potential risk for a child escaping outside if left unsupervised. Facility is asked to secure this door.
- Licensing Specialist Observed 3 Instances of the Written Daily Schedules Which Had Gap Between Meals and Snacks That…13A.16.12.01C
Licensing specialist observed 3 instances of the written daily schedules which had gap between meals and snacks that exceeded the 3 hour limit. Facility is asked to double check all written schedules, and adjust the start times so that all meals and snacks fall within 3 hours of each other.
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