Y Preschool at UMBC
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.4 / 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 4 out of 5 stars overall. Process quality reflects a Maryland EXCELS rating of Level 3 (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 3 (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
- Toddlers, Preschool, School-Age
- Licensed capacity
- 64
- 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 2023, the issues cited most often were Children's Records & Files (3), Building & Premises Safety (2), and Licensing & Administrative Compliance (2). None of the 11 findings were critical.
See All 2 Inspection Visits
Jun 10, 20252 Findings2 Important
- LS Did Not Observe Current Fire Inspection.13A.16.02.03C(4)
- LS Did Not Observe a Posted in Staffing Pattern in Room 4. Corrected on Site.13A.16.03.05B
Jun 8, 20239 Findings9 Important
- LS Observed Missing Emergency Card Updates for T.S, Z.M, A.N., L.T., C.Z., H.C., E.A., T.F., J.D., E.E., A.G., K.J., B.M., M.S., I.Y.13A.16.03.04C
- LS Did Not Observe Health Inventory Part 2 for A.P.13A.16.03.04D(3)
- LS Did Not Observe Lead Screening for C.C. (G), A.P., C.C (B).13A.16.03.04E
- LS Observed the Staffing Patterns Posted Did Not Reflect the Staff That Was Present in the Room.13A.16.03.05B
- LS Did Not Medical Forms for Ashley Brock13A.16.03.05C
LS did not medical forms for Ashley Brock, Malee Eagle, Eva McLaughlin, LS did not observe COMAR Orientations for Jacquetta Dixon, Mercedes Halford, Eric Walker. LS did not observed verification of age for Ieshia Harvey-Jones, Eva McLaughlin, Deion Tyler-EL. LS did not observe Covid-19 training for
- LS Observed New Staff Who Was Not Fingerprinted for Baltimore County OCC13A.16.07.06D(1)
LS observed new staff who was not fingerprinted for Baltimore County OCC. Staff member was fingerprinted for Baltimore City. OCC did not complete a CBC for new staff. Staff was sent home. Non-compliance corrected on-site.
- LS Observed New Staff Who Was Not Fingerprinted for Baltimore County OCC13A.16.07.06D(2)
LS observed new staff who was not fingerprinted for Baltimore County OCC. Staff member was fingerprinted for Baltimore City. OCC did not complete a CBC for new staff. Staff was sent home. Non-compliance corrected on-site.
- Provider Does Not Have Any One Who Completed Emergency Preparedness on Site.13A.16.10.01A(1)
- LS Observed Cord From Window Covering Hanging with in Reach of Children13A.16.10.04I(1)
LS observed cord from window covering hanging with in reach of children. LS observed staff cutting to the cord. Non-compliance corrected on-site.