The Young School Early Education Program
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
- 222
- 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 Building & Premises Safety (4), Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (3), and Staff-to-Child Ratios & Group Size (2). None of the 12 findings were critical.
See All 3 Inspection Visits
Dec 4, 20257 Findings7 Important
- A Water Fountain Outside of the Ocean Cottage Has a Rusted Push Bar and Is Not in Working Condition13A.16.05.01A(1)
A water fountain outside of the Ocean Cottage has a rusted push bar and is not in working condition. There is a metal pole that is a part of a screen barrier that is exposed in the bathroom in the meadow Cottage. There is a rug that is curling at the edges in the Ocean Garden room.
- LS Observed Toys in the Sinks Used for Hand Washing After Diapering in Cedar Todfants, Cedar Toddler, Maple Toddlers, and Maple Todfants.13A.16.05.08A
- One Child Care Teacher Is Short 3.5 Hours of Continued Training.13A.16.06.09C
- 2 Aides Did Not Complete the Basic Health and Safety Training Within 90 Days of Hire.13A.16.06.12A(3)
- 3 Staff Did Not Complete the Aide Orientation Within 6 Months of Hire.13A.16.06.12C
- LS Observed 3 Children Under the Age of 2 in the Ocean Garden Room13A.16.08.03D(1)
LS observed 3 children under the age of 2 in the Ocean Garden room. There were 4 staff present. LS was informed that the 3 toddler will be turning 2 during the month of December and have been in the room for approximately 1 month.
- There Is a Window Covering Cord That Is Not Secured and the Mechanism to Secure the Cord Is Broken.13A.16.10.04I(1)
Mar 24, 20251 Finding1 Important
- OCC Received a Complaint That the Ocean Garden Room Has 12 Children 3 of Which Are Under the Age of 1 with 2 Staff13A.16.08.03D(1)
OCC received a complaint that the Ocean Garden room has 12 children 3 of which are under the age of 1 with 2 staff. During the inspection it was reported that there were 3 children under the of 2 with 3 staff for a period of 5 days.
Jan 27, 20254 Findings4 Important
- Several Children Did Not Have Lead Test Results Available for Review During This Inspection. Correct and Submit Correction to OCC.13A.16.03.04E
- Several Children Did Not Have Updated Immunization Records Available for Review During This Inspection13A.16.03.04G
Several children did not have updated immunization records available for review during this inspection. Correct and submit correction to OCC.
- Chipping Peeling Paint Was Observed in Oak Todfant and Mountain Great Room Has Chipping Paint and a Hole in the Drywall on a Back Wall.13A.16.05.01A(1)
- A Toilet in the Forest Cottage Appeared to Be Dirty on the Toilet Seat.13A.16.05.08B