Maryland childcare licensing requirements.
Ratios, group sizes, certifications, and drills for Maryland. Per MSDE Child Care Center Regulations (COMAR 13A.16). Bloomily tracks every one of them live, so the paperwork is ready before anyone asks.
Maryland MSDE Pre-Inspection Checklist
- License displayed in prominent location
- Capacity not exceeded
- Operating within licensed hours
- Written policies and procedures available
- Parent handbook current and distributed
- Indoor space meets minimum (35 sq ft per child)
- Outdoor play area adequate (75 sq ft per child)
- Temperature maintained (68-75°F)
- Adequate lighting in all areas
- Toilets clean and child-accessible
- Handwashing facilities available
- Drinking water readily accessible
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