A Place to Grow Childcare
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.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
Facility Info
- Facility type
- Family Child Care Home
- Age groups served
- Toddlers, Preschool, School-Age
- Licensed capacity
- 6
- 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 4 inspections since 2024, the issues cited most often were Children's Records & Files (5), Building & Premises Safety (3), and Emergency Preparedness & Drills (1). None of the 11 findings were critical.
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May 15, 20263 Findings3 Important
- One Child Enrolled Is Missing Evidence of an Updated Immunization Record and a Lead Test at 24 Months of Age13A.15.03.04C
One child enrolled is missing evidence of an updated immunization record and a lead test at 24 months of age. Please obtain the documentation from the parent as soon as possible and submit evidence to the Licensing Specialist once all required documents have been obtained. Please see the additional
- At the Time of the Inspection13A.15.10.01A(4)
At the time of the inspection, there was no evidence of the provider's emergency disaster plan being reviewed and updated for 2026. Please review and update the emergency disaster plan and submit evidence to the Licensing Specialist for correction.
- Two of the Required First Aid Supplies Were Not Observed in the First Aid Kit During the Inspection13A.15.10.01H(1)
Two of the required first aid supplies were not observed in the first aid kit during the inspection. Please ensure that all required first aid supplies are maintained. Once the required supplies have been obtained, please submit evidence to the specialist. See additional comments sheet.
Mar 2, 20254 Findings4 Important
- One Child in Care Is Missing an Authorized Pick-up Person on Their Emergency Form13A.15.03.04A(1)
One child in care is missing an authorized pick-up person on their emergency form. Please ensure that the parent reviews, signs, and dates the emergency form and completes the form in full as soon as possible. For correction forward a copy to the Licensing Specialist. Please see the additional comme
- Two Children's Emergency Forms Are Missing the Annual Update13A.15.03.04A(3)
Two children's emergency forms are missing the annual update. Please ensure that the parent reviews, signs, and dates the emergency form and forwards a copy to the Licensing Specialist. Please see the additional comments sheet.
- There Was Not a Safety Gate Placed at the Bottom of the Stairs Leading to the Upper Level of the Home13A.15.05.04B(2)
There was not a safety gate placed at the bottom of the stairs leading to the upper level of the home. The provider stated that the hard mounted gate she had in place needed to be repaired. Please be sure to keep a safety gate at the bottom of the stairs to prevent children from climbing and falling
- At the Time of the Inspection13A.15.06.02B(1)
At the time of the inspection, there was no evidence that the provider completed the 2024 Basic Health and Safety annual update. Please complete the Basic Health and Safety annual update as soon as possible and submit evidence to the Licensing Specialist.
May 14, 20241 Finding1 Important
- During a Review of the Children's Files One Child Was Missing Documentation of the Health Inventory Part 2 and One…13A.15.03.04C
During a review of the children's files one child was missing documentation of the Health Inventory part 2 and one child was missing documentation of receiving the 3rd polio vaccine. For correction please submit a copy of the missing documentation.
Mar 12, 20243 Findings3 Important
- During the Mandatory Inspection the Emergency Forms Needed an Updated Signature for All the Children13A.15.03.04A(3)
During the mandatory inspection the emergency forms needed an updated signature for all the children. For correction please have the parents update the form and submit a copy to the licensing specialist.
- During the Mandatory Inspection There Were Electrical Sockets Within Reach of the Children That Were Not Plugged Or…13A.15.05.04B(1)
During the mandatory inspection there were electrical sockets within reach of the children that were not plugged or capped in the dining room. For correction please cap or plug these electrical sockets.
- During the Mandatory Inspection the Gate on the Steps From the Living Room to the Bedroom Floor Was Not in Place13A.15.05.04B(2)
During the mandatory inspection the gate on the steps from the living room to the bedroom floor was not in place. For correction please place the gate blocking the stairs and submit a picture for correction.