The Preschool at Garrison Forest
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.5 / 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.Not Available
- 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 5 out of 5 stars overall. 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. No objective process measures (e.g., state quality rating or national accreditation) are available for this daycare. The overall rating reflects structural features only.
Quality Recognitions & Accreditations
- 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
- Toddlers, Preschool, School-Age
- Licensed capacity
- 105
- Teacher-child ratios & group sizesState Minimum Displayed
Age Max ratio Max group Toddlers 1:3 9 Preschool 1:10 20
Teacher Credentials
- Lead teacher credentialState Minimum Displayed
- High School Diploma
Inspection History
Across 2 inspections since 2025, the issues cited most often were Building & Premises Safety (3), Children's Records & Files (3), and Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (2). None of the 14 findings were critical.
See All 2 Inspection Visits
Apr 17, 20263 Findings3 Important
- Last Fire Inspection Was Completed in May 202413A.16.02.03C(4)
Last fire inspection was completed in May 2024. Please correct this by sending a copy of the recent fire inspection report as soon as it is completed.
- Three Emergency Forms Lacked the Child's Physician's Information13A.16.03.04C
Three emergency forms lacked the child's physician's information. One form lacked both the child's physician's information and emergency contact information, and another form was missing the child's physician's information, signature, and date. Please correct this by sending copies of the updated em
- Licensing Specialist Observed Chipping Paint, Rust and a Hole on Some Metal Parts of the Playground Equipment13A.16.05.12E
Licensing specialist observed chipping paint, rust and a hole on some metal parts of the playground equipment. Please correct this immediately.
May 19, 202511 Findings11 Important
- LS Observed That Children in Room 6 and Room 7 Are Taken for Activities to a Little Gym13A.16.03.03B(1)
LS observed that children in room 6 and room 7 are taken for activities to a little gym. However, according to room 6 and room 7 online rosters, children were still accounted to their rooms. Corrected on site; the director sent an email to staff during this inspection regarding moving children to a
- LS Observed Multiple Emergency Forms Were Missing This Information: Child Physician's Information, Emergency Contact…13A.16.03.04C
LS observed multiple emergency forms were missing this information: child physician's information, emergency contact information, and authorized pick-up information. Correct immediately.
- LS Observed Missing Lead Test Results for 4 Children. Correct Immediately.13A.16.03.04E
- LS Observed No Record of Completed 3 Hour BHS Course for One Teacher13A.16.03.05C
LS observed no record of completed 3 hour BHS course for one teacher, missing copies of ID for 2 employees, no record of completed staff orientation for 2 substitutes, expired medical evaluation for an aide, missing files for multiple volunteers, and no criminal background check results for the most
- The Office Has Not Been Notified About the Addition of the New Substitute13A.16.03.06A(1)
The office has not been notified about the addition of the new substitute. The substitute was covering for an absent teacher in room 9 during this inspection. Please correct by submitting an updated OCC 1203 and required documentation for the substitute.
- LS Observed Only 2 Drinking Water Sources at the Center - a Water Fountain on the First Floor and a Water Cooler on The…13A.16.05.07B
LS observed only 2 drinking water sources at the center - a water fountain on the first floor and a water cooler on the second floor. Correct immediately.
- LS Observed an Unapproved Substitute in Room 913A.16.07.06A
LS observed an unapproved substitute in room 9. The substitute was fingerprinted for the school and approved for another location associated with the school but not for this center. Correct immediately.
- LS Observed an Unapproved Substitute in Room 913A.16.08.01A(2)(a)
LS observed an unapproved substitute in room 9. The substitute was fingerprinted for the school and approved for another location associated with the school but not for this center. Correct immediately.
- Daily Schedule Was Not Posted in Room 5. Corrected on Site When the Room 5 Teacher Posted a Written Schedule.13A.16.09.01A(1)
- First Aid Kit Was Missing Fragrance Free Soap and Washcloths13A.16.10.02E
First aid kit was missing fragrance free soap and washcloths. Corrected on site - the director ordered missing items and gave this specialist a receipt of purchase during the inspection.
- One Medication Authorization Form Was Missing Parental Authorization. Correct Immediately.13A.16.11.04A(1)(a)