Churches with Childcare

[PIPES]

Would churches who provide child care during services on multiple days of the week be considered “childcare centers” per MD law?

 

[Mrlexed88]

If they fall under “MD COMAR 13A. 16 - Child Care Center” than yes…

 

[anfernys]

I interpret the rule as Daycare/early learning centers open to the public, but small private child care were not “prohibited”.

 

[LoneWolf123]

Would churches who provide child care during services on multiple days of the week be considered “childcare centers” per MD law?

Nope…

Sec. 13a.16.01.02. Definitions, Chapter 13A.16.01. Scope and Definitions, Subtitle 16. CHILD CARE CENTERS, Title 13A. Maryland State Board of Education, Code of Maryland Regulations

Maryland State agency regulations are compiled in the Code of Maryland Regulations (COMAR). The Maryland Register is an official publication of the State of Maryland, The Register serves as the temporary supplement to the Code of Maryland Regulations (COMAR).

mdrules.elaws.us

14b iv

 

[LoneWolf123]

The easiest way to figure out if someplace is an child care center is to simply ask if they are a certified child care center.

 

[PIPES]

The easiest way to figure out if someplace is an child care center is to simply ask if they are a certified child care center.

This is great advice. I was trying to decipher if they would meet any of the exemption standards, but didn’t even think about just asking. Thanks.

 

[LoneWolf123]

This is great advice. I was trying to decipher if they would meet any of the exemption standards, but didn’t even think about just asking. Thanks.

To be considered a child care center in the state means a lot. Your local gym could have a room for children to play. Doesn’t mean their a child care in the states eyes so they don’t have to register as a child care which includes ALOT of bs, oversight, and laws/regs you have to follow. Staff have to be background checked, properly trained..etc etc. certain kid to adult ratio.

It’s actually kind of scary as a parent. As I stated…Your local gym that offers “child care” is most likely not legally a child care and doesn’t have to follow any of the same safety or staffing requirements that an actual child care would. I’m talking basic things like cpr certification for staff

 

[Jimgoespewpew]

The one my children attend is fully legit. No firearms allowed.

 

[LoneWolf123]

The one my children attend is fully legit. No firearms allowed.

As a parent…You’re doing it right then.

 

[PIPES]

They have a preschool at the church during the week which doesn’t have a child care center license, but does have a letter of compliance number. I’m assuming that would make it prohibited, but not 100% sure since it’s technically not a licensed center.

 

[PIPES]

The one my children attend is fully legit. No firearms allowed.

Definitely worth it until these prohibitions get challenged in court.

 

[Jimgoespewpew]

Definitely worth it until these prohibitions get challenged in court.

I don't mean they're legit because they don't allow guns. I mean because they're certified, fire code inspected, follow a curriculum, background check and vet all caregivers, etc

 

[PIPES]

I don't mean they're legit because they don't allow guns. I mean because they're certified, fire code inspected, follow a curriculum, background check and vet all caregivers, etc

Haha understood. I’m just noting that the sacrifice is worth it for your kid’s safety.

 

[dirk911]

Isn't it only against the law to have a gun in prohibited areas if someone sees it? Asking for a friend..

 

[Mrlexed88]

Isn't it only against the law to have a gun in prohibited areas if someone sees it? Asking for a friend..

Lol tell your friend to read back of his permit… oh wait permit is only required for law abiding citizens it’s completely fine otherwise.

 

[dirk911]

Lol tell your friend to read back of his permit… oh wait permit is only required for law abiding citizens it’s completely fine otherwise.

lol