Audrey McDermott
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
2 Inspection Visits Since 2024 · 9 Findings
Most recent: Jan 14, 2026⤓ Download Inspection History Report (PDF)
1 Critical8 Important
Across 2 inspections since 2024, the issues cited most often were Children's Records & Files (2), Parent Communication & Policies (2), and Emergency Preparedness & Drills (2). Of 9 total findings, 1 was critical.
See All 2 Inspection Visits
Dec 12, 20241 Finding1 Critical
- Ls Observed in the Kitchen Drawers Sharp Objects and Cleaning Supplies Within Reach of Children13A.15.05.04B(3)
Jan 4, 20248 Findings8 Important
- Ls Observed That Child MM Did Not Have an Emergency Form13A.15.03.02A
- Ls Observed That Provider Did Not Have a Screen Time Policy and Discipline Policy in Her Contract,13A.15.03.03A
- LS Observed That Provider Did Have Document on How to Advise or Obtain Information From the Licensing Agency Concerning to Give to Parents.13A.15.03.03E
- Ls Observed That Provider Did Have Fire Drills Recorded.13A.15.03.03F
- Ls Observed That Two Children Were Missing Health Inventory Part 113A.15.03.04C
- Ls Observed That Provider Did Not Have 12 Hours of Continued Training.13A.15.06.02B(3)
- Ls Observed That Provider Did Not Have a Professional Development Plan Documented13A.15.06.02C(2)(b)
- Ls Observed That Provider Did Not Have Written Emergency and Disaster Plan Updated Annually13A.15.10.01A(4)