YMCA at Richard Henry Lee ES
A STREET SW, GLEN BURNIE, MD 21061Childery 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.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
- Preschool, School-Age
- Licensed capacity
- 30
- Teacher-child ratios & group sizesState Minimum Displayed
Age Max ratio Max group Preschool 1:10 20
Teacher Credentials
- Lead teacher credentialState Minimum Displayed
- High School Diploma
Inspection History
Across 4 inspections since 2023, the issues cited most often were Children's Records & Files (5), Building & Premises Safety (2), and Hazardous Materials Handling (2). Of 13 total findings, 1 was critical.
See All 4 Inspection Visits
Jun 3, 20254 Findings1 Critical3 Important
- Cleaning and Sanitary Products Were Accessible to the Children13A.16.10.04A
Cleaning and sanitary products were accessible to the children. Fishing chemicals were accessible to children's In boys bathroom a potable urinal was in the bathroom filled with urine.
- Refrigerator Is Dirty, Dried Milk on Shelves and Other Food Particles on Shelves.13A.16.05.11A
- When Arriving to the Classroom Both Staff Were Sitting at Same Table with No Children at Table13A.16.08.01A(2)(b)
When arriving to the classroom both staff were sitting at same table with no children at table. Both staff were on their cell phones. Staff continued on their phones for most of the inspection. No child interaction occurred with staff at centers with children.
- Refrigerator Contained Food Not Stored Properly. No Thermometer Was Observed in the Refrigerator.13A.16.12.04A(1)
Oct 8, 20241 Finding1 Important
- The Complaint States That the Parent of a 5-year-old Child in Care Could See Their Upset Child Through the Window Of…13A.16.07.04B
The complaint states that the parent of a 5-year-old child in care could see their upset child through the window of the door and asked to enter the classroom to calm the child down. Allegedly the Director did not open the door and continued talking to the parent about the child's suspension. The pa
Apr 26, 20246 Findings6 Important
- Specialist Observed That the Facility Did Not Maintain a Written Parent Agreement for Most Children on Site13A.16.03.03D
Specialist observed that the facility did not maintain a written parent agreement for most children on site. Facility shall ensure that a written parent agreement is maintained on site. Specialist suggests maintaining them in each child's file. Facility shall obtain parent agreements and submit a le
- Specialist Reviewed All Children's Files and Compared to Attendance Records and Observed That One Child in Care Did Not…13A.16.03.04A
Specialist reviewed all children's files and compared to attendance records and observed that one child in care did not have a written record as required. Director stated that the child's file needed to be printed. Facility shall ensure that all children's files are printed and maintained as written
- Specialist Observed at Least One Emergency Form Missing Information and or Missing Annual Update as Required13A.16.03.04C
Specialist observed at least one emergency form missing information and or missing annual update as required. Facility shall review all children's emergency forms for completeness and annual update, obtain missing information, and submit a letter of corrections.
- Specialist Observed at Least One Enrolled Child's File Missing a Medical Evaluation Completed by a Physician, Health…13A.16.03.04D(3)
Specialist observed at least one enrolled child's file missing a medical evaluation completed by a physician, health inventory part 2, as required. Facility shall review all children's files for all required documents, obtain missing documents, and submit a letter of corrections.
- Specialist Observed at Least One Child's File Missing a Lead Test When the Child Was 12 Months Old and Again When The…13A.16.03.04E
Specialist observed at least one child's file missing a lead test when the child was 12 months old and again when the child was 24 months old and the child was born on or after January 1, 2015. Facility shall review all children's files for all required documents, obtain missing documents, and submi
- Specialist Observed That the Two Substitutes Do Not Have Staff Files on Site13A.16.03.05C
Specialist observed that the two substitutes do not have staff files on site. Facility shall obtain all documents required in staff files for both substitutes and submit a letter of corrections. Specialist observed that staff files did not contain criminal background check results as required. Facil
Jun 12, 20232 Findings2 Important
- Specialist Observed Trash Bag on the Floor Ripped. Crumbs ,Pieces of Paper, and Other Items on the Floor. Food on the Counter.13A.16.05.11A
- Specialist Observed Bleach Water Solution in a Spray Bottle on the Counter in Reach of the Children. Corrected During Inspection.13A.16.10.04A
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