Andrea Smith
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
- 7
- 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
4 Inspection Visits Since 2024 · 10 Findings
Most recent: Mar 19, 2026⤓ Download Inspection History Report (PDF)
2 Critical8 Important
Across 4 inspections since 2024, the issues cited most often were Children's Records & Files (3), Hazardous Materials Handling (3), and Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (2). Of 10 total findings, 2 were critical.
See All 4 Inspection Visits
Mar 19, 20262 Findings2 Important
- LS Did Not Observe 1 Updated Signature on Emergency Card.13A.15.03.04A(3)
- LS Di Not Observe 4 Hours Continued Trainings.13A.15.06.02B(3)
Apr 28, 20251 Finding1 Important
- LS Observed Potentially Harmful Items Within Reach of Children in Care.13A.15.10.02
Jun 13, 20243 Findings1 Critical2 Important
- LS Observed Potentially Hazardous Flammable Products and Cleaning Agents Accessible to Children in Child Care in the Bathroom.13A.15.10.02
- LS Did Not Observe 2023 Renewal Documents.13A.15.02.03B(2)
- LS Observed an Emergency Form That Had Not Been Updated at Least Annually.13A.15.03.04A(3)
Mar 12, 20244 Findings1 Critical3 Important
- LS Observed Potentially Hazardous Flammable Products and Cleaning Agents Accessible to Children in Child Care in the Bathroom.13A.15.10.02
- LS Did Not Observe Certificate of Registration Displayed Conspicuously.13A.15.02.01D
- LS Observed an Emergency Form That Had Not Been Updated at Least Annually.13A.15.03.04A(3)
- LS Observed Faucet in Kitchen with Hot Water Temperature of 130 Degrees.13A.15.05.01E