Abi Seaside Family Child Care
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.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
- Family Child Care Home
- Age groups served
- Toddlers, Preschool, School-Age
- Licensed capacity
- 8
- 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 3 inspections since 2023, the issues cited most often were Emergency Preparedness & Drills (4), Building & Premises Safety (2), and First Aid & Pediatric CPR (1). None of the 10 findings were critical.
See All 3 Inspection Visits
May 27, 20251 Finding1 Important
- Monthly Fire Drills and Twice a Year Disaster Drill Need to Be Completed.13A.15.10.01A(3)
Jun 5, 20243 Findings3 Important
- Provider Must Maintain Updated Fire Drill Recorded Logs.13A.15.03.03F
- Provider Must Practice the Disaster Drill and Record Dates and Time Twice per Year.13A.15.10.01A(3)
- The Following Items Were Missing From the First Aid Kit: Band Aids13A.15.10.01H(1)
The following items were missing from the first aid kit: band aids, (2) roll gauze, ice pack, tape, triangle bandage, and thick gauze or sanitary napkin
Jun 26, 20236 Findings6 Important
- Provider Need to Conduct Monthly Fire Drills and Record on the Log13A.15.03.03F
- Review All Emergency Cards for Updated Signatures and Dates13A.15.03.04A(3)
- The Hot Water Temperature Is Above 120 F.13A.15.05.01E
- The Outdoor Space in the Front and Backyard Area Needs to Be Clear of Environmental Hazards.13A.15.05.05B
- The Provider Did Not Have Menu Displayed for the Children13A.15.12.01A
- The Family Home Refrigerator Has No Thermometer13A.15.12.02B