Almost Home 2 Child Care Center, Inc
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
- Child Care Center
- Age groups served
- Infants, Toddlers, Preschool, School-Age
- Licensed capacity
- 81
- Teacher-child ratios & group sizesState Minimum Displayed
Age Max ratio Max group Infants 1:3 6 Toddlers 1:3 9 Preschool 1:10 20
Teacher Credentials
- Lead teacher credentialState Minimum Displayed
- High School Diploma
Inspection History
Across 3 inspections since 2024, the issues cited most often were Staff-to-Child Ratios & Group Size (3), Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (2), and Licensing & Administrative Compliance (2). None of the 11 findings were critical.
See All 3 Inspection Visits
Apr 21, 20265 Findings5 Important
- LS Observed 7 Children Present in Room 7 but Only 4 Children Signed In. This Was Corrected During the Inspection.13A.16.03.03B(1)
- LS Observed Three Children's Emergency Forms Missing the Physician's Information.13A.16.03.04C
- LS Did Not Observe That One Staff Members Medical Report Documented Which Age Groups the Staff Person Is Approved to Work With.13A.16.06.04A(2)
- LS Did Not Observe Parental Permission Documented on One Child's Medication Authorization Form.13A.16.11.04A(1)(a)
- LS Did Not Observe 1% Fat Milk or Nonfat Milk Available for Children Ages 2 Years and Older.13A.16.12.01A(4)
Feb 20, 20265 Findings5 Important
- LS Observed the Staffing Patterns in Rooms 3 and 10 Need to Be Updated.13A.16.03.05B
- Center Confirmed That an Aide Staff Was Left Alone in Room 5 with About 5 Preschool Children on the Afternoon of February 11, 2026.13A.16.07.06A
- Center Confirmed That an Aide Staff Was Left Alone in Room 5 with About 5 Preschool Children on the Afternoon of February 11, 2026.13A.16.08.02A
- Center Confirmed That an Aide Staff Was Left Alone in Room 5 with About 5 Preschol Children on the Afternoon of February 11, 2026.13A.16.08.02B
- Center Confirmed That an Aide Staff Was Left Alone in Room 5 with About 5 Preschool Children on the Afternoon of February 11, 2026.13A.16.08.03A
May 10, 20241 Finding1 Important
- LS Observed Room 3 Operating with 7 Children13A.16.04.01B
LS observed room 3 operating with 7 children. The capacity for the room is 6. LS observed room 4 operating with 8 children. The capacity for the room is 6. Both of these were corrected during the inspection when the Director moved children and staff to their appropriate classrooms.