Aisha Arif
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.3 / 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 3 (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 3 (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 2 inspections since 2023, the issues cited most often were Children's Records & Files (2), Safe Sleep & SIDS Prevention (1), and Hazardous Materials Handling (1). Of 4 total findings, 1 was critical.
See All 2 Inspection Visits
Aug 27, 20243 Findings1 Critical2 Important
- LS Observed an Unlocked Bathroom Cabinet That Contained Household Cleaning Agents and Toilet Cleaner13A.15.10.02
LS observed an unlocked bathroom cabinet that contained household cleaning agents and toilet cleaner. Provider corrected during inspection by locking the safety latch.
- LS Did Not Observe All Required Information on Each Child's Form. Provider Must Submit Evidence of Corrected Forms Immediately.13A.15.03.04A(1)
- LS Observed a Pillow and Blanket in Each of the Portable Cribs. Provider Corrected During Inspection by Removing the Items From Each Crib.13A.15.05.06F
Sep 8, 20231 Finding1 Important
- LS Did Not Observe All of the Required Information on Each Child's Emergency Form. Provider Must Submit the Corrected Forms Immediately.13A.15.03.04A(1)