Amete Berhane
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.5 / 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.5 / 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 5 out of 5 stars overall. Process quality reflects a Maryland EXCELS rating of Level 5 (out of 5) and NAFCC accreditation. 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 5 (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)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), Building & Premises Safety (2), and Staff-to-Child Ratios & Group Size (1). None of the 8 findings were critical.
See All 2 Inspection Visits
Oct 27, 20252 Findings2 Important
- The Licensing Specialist Found No Evidence of Part 2 of the Health Inventory for a Child in Care.13A.15.03.04C
- The Licensing Specialist Observed the Provider Alone with Three Children Under the Age of Two13A.15.04.03C
The Licensing Specialist observed the provider alone with three children under the age of two. The provider stated that the additional adult was not present, but the substitute had just left for a lunch break five minutes prior. The provider then called the substitute, who returned about 15 minutes
Sep 1, 20236 Findings6 Important
- Licensing Specialist Observed No Evince of the Health Inventory Part 2 for Two Children in Care.13A.15.03.04C
- Licensing Specialist Observed Two Uncovered Outlets. The Provider Cover the Outlets During the Inspection.13A.15.05.04B(1)
- Licensing Specialists Observed the Barrier That Leads to the Second Floor Not in Place. The Provider Corrected This During the Inspection.13A.15.05.04B(2)
- Licensing Specialists Observed No Evidence of the a Written Schedule Posted.13A.15.09.01A
- Licensing Specialist Observed No Evidence of the Emergency and Disaster Plan.13A.15.10.01A(4)
- Licensing Specialist Observed No Evidence of the Any Milk.13A.15.12.01D