Valley Baptist Preschool
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
- 119
- 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 2024, the issues cited most often were Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (5), Medication Administration (2), and Building & Premises Safety (2). None of the 12 findings were critical.
See All 3 Inspection Visits
Feb 26, 20264 Findings4 Important
- LS Observed Staff Members Files Missing Medical Evaluations and Orientation of COMAR. Program Will Submit Documentation Immediately.13A.16.03.05C
- LS Observed 2 Staff Members Files Without Orientation of COMAR Documentation. Program Will Submit Documentation to OCC Immediately.13A.16.06.02
- LS Observed 4 Staff Files Without Medical Evaluations. Program Will Submit Medical Forms to OCC Immediately.13A.16.06.04A(1)
- LS Observed an Albuterol Inhaler That Is Not Labeled by the Pharmacist13A.16.11.04A(3)
LS observed an albuterol inhaler that is not labeled by the pharmacist. The program accepted the medication from the parent without a box and label. The program will obtain the medication from the parent with the pharmaceutical label. The program will submit a picture of the medication with it's lab
Feb 27, 20254 Findings4 Important
- LS Observed Play Equipment That Is Not in Good Repair and Awaiting Bulk Pick-up to Be Discarded13A.16.05.12E
LS observed play equipment that is not in good repair and awaiting bulk pick-up to be discarded. Program will ensure that equipment is removed immediately and notify OCC of such.
- LS Observed Roto-rooter Cleanser Under the Sink in Room 10613A.16.10.04A
LS observed Roto-rooter cleanser under the sink in room 106. The cleanser is accessible to children in care as the cabinet does not have a child-proof lock on it. The program will install child-proof locks on cabinets that may store potentially hazardous materials immediately.
- LS Observed Electrical Sockets That Are Accessible to Children in Care Without Caps13A.16.10.04F
LS observed electrical sockets that are accessible to children in care without caps. The program will cap the electrical sockets immediately.
- LS Observed the Freezer at 30 Degrees F in Classroom 110. Program Will Adjust the Temperature on the Freezer And/or Replace the Thermometer.13A.16.12.04A(1)
Feb 22, 20244 Findings4 Important
- LST Observed One Child's Emergency Form Without an Authorized Pick Up in Case of an Emergency.13A.16.03.04C
- LST Observed One Staff Member That Needs an Updated Medical Evaluation13A.16.03.05C
LST observed one staff member that needs an updated medical evaluation. LST observed one staff member that needs verification of age in file,
- LST Observed One Substitute Without Verification of Age in the File.13A.16.06.13A
- LST Observed One Child's Medication Which Was Expired13A.16.11.04E(1)(c)
LST observed one child's medication which was expired. Program will return the expired medication to the parent and request an updated medication.