YMCA Early Learning Center
N EASTERN BLVD, HAGERSTOWN, MD 21742Childery Rating: 4/5
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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.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.4 / 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 4 (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 4 (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
- Recognized by Military Child Care in Your Neighborhood.
Facility Info
- Facility type
- Child Care Center
- Age groups served
- Infants, Toddlers, Preschool, School-Age
- Licensed capacity
- 283
- 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 4 inspections since 2024, the issues cited most often were Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (5), Licensing & Administrative Compliance (2), and Infectious Disease Prevention & Control (2). None of the 13 findings were critical.
See All 4 Inspection Visits
Apr 30, 20266 Findings6 Important
- Classroom 105 (Group 1) Staffing Pattern Will Need Updated with the Current Staff Working in the Classroom13A.16.03.05B
Classroom 105 (group 1) staffing pattern will need updated with the current staff working in the classroom. The facility updated the staffing pattern prior to the inspection ending today.
- In the Infant Toddler Classroom (105), the Sink Faucet Near the Diapering Area Did Not Have Running Water13A.16.05.08A
In the infant toddler classroom (105), the sink faucet near the diapering area did not have running water. The facility should submit verification of the repair to OCC.
- The Fence on Toddler Playground Will Need Repaired Towards the Back Bottom Section and Secured13A.16.05.12D
The fence on toddler playground will need repaired towards the back bottom section and secured. The facility should submit verification of the repair to OCC.
- Two Teachers Will Need to Complete the 2025 Basic Health and Safety Annual Update Training13A.16.06.09C
Two teachers will need to complete the 2025 Basic Health and Safety Annual Update training. The facility should submit verification of the completed trainings to OCC.
- One Aide Will Need to Complete the 2025 Basic Health and Safety Annual Update Training13A.16.06.12B(3)
One aide will need to complete the 2025 Basic Health and Safety Annual Update training. The facility should submit verification of the completed training to OCC.
- The Bathroom in Classroom 104 Did Not Have the Handwashing Procedure Posted13A.16.11.03A
The bathroom in classroom 104 did not have the handwashing procedure posted. The facility posted the handwashing procedure prior to the inspection ending.
Jul 22, 20253 Findings3 Important
- One Child's Emergency Card Will Need Their Address Added to the Emergency Form13A.16.03.04C
One child's emergency card will need their address added to the emergency form. Two children will need their emergency forms dated. The facility is to submit verification of the completed emergency forms to OCC.
- Five Children Will Need Verification of Their Completed Lead Screenings13A.16.03.04E
Five children will need verification of their completed lead screenings. The facility is to submit verification of the completed lead screenings to OCC.
- One Staff Member Is in Need of the Aide Orientation Training13A.16.06.12C
One staff member is in need of the Aide Orientation training. The facility is to submit verification of the complete Aide Orientation training to OCC.
Mar 19, 20252 Findings2 Important
- The Facility Did Not Provide Notification to OCC Within Five Working Days of a Staff Member Ending Their Employment…13A.16.03.06A(2)
The Facility did not provide notification to OCC within five working days of a staff member ending their employment with the Facility. The Facility completed an OCC 1203 Staff Member Change Information form during today's inspection that documented the staff member's full name and their last day of
- The Operator Received a Criminal Charge Notification for an Employee on 3/14/202513A.16.03.06E(1)
The operator received a criminal charge notification for an employee on 3/14/2025, but did not notify the Office of Child Care until today's inspection on 3/19/2025. The operator and facility are reminded that the Office of Child Care needs to be notified immediately of any criminal charges and alle
Aug 14, 20242 Findings2 Important
- One Staff Member Is in Need of the Medical Evaluation Form Completed13A.16.03.05C
One staff member is in need of the medical evaluation form completed. Facility is to submit verification of the completed medical evaluation to OCC.
- Two Ceiling Tiles in the Multi Purpose B Room Were Stained and Showed Signs of Water Damage13A.16.05.01A(1)
Two ceiling tiles in the Multi Purpose B Room were stained and showed signs of water damage. Ceiling tiles will need to be repaired or replaced. Facility is to submit verification of the repair to OCC.
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