Barbara Gray
SKINNERS TURN ROAD, OWINGS, MD 20736Childery Rating: 3/5
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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.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 3 out of 5 stars overall. Process quality reflects a Maryland EXCELS rating of Level 2 (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 2 (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 2024, the issues cited most often were Children's Records & Files (4), Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (2), and First Aid & Pediatric CPR (2). Of 12 total findings, 1 was critical.
See All 2 Inspection Visits
May 8, 20252 Findings2 Important
- There Is One Child Whose Emergency Form Needs to Be Updated13A.15.03.04A(3)
There is one child whose emergency form needs to be updated. Please have parent guardian update the child's form and add back to the child's file. Please send copy to Licensing Specialist.
- The Provider Did Not Complete the Required 1.5 Hour13A.15.06.02B(1)
The provider did not complete the required 1.5 hour, 2024 Basic health and safety update training that was required to be completed by 12-31-24. Please complete this training ASAP and send a copy of the certificate to the Licensing Specialist. Licensing Specialist will send the link to the trainin
Jun 6, 202410 Findings1 Critical9 Important
- Provider's First Aid and CPR Expired in March 202413A.15.06.02D(1)
Provider's first aid and CPR expired in March 2024. Training was taken in April 2024, therefore there was a month where provider's 1st Aid and CPR were not current. Provider is reminded 1st Aid and CPR certification must be current and up to date at all times. This has been corrected.
- One Child Did Not Have Part 1 of the Health Inventory Form on File During Inspection Today13A.15.03.02A
One child did not have Part 1 of the health inventory form on file during inspection today. Please obtain from parents and add to file. Please send copy to Licensing Specialist.
- There Are Three Children Who Meet the Birthdate Requirement for Lead Blood Testing Who Did Not Have Results on File…13A.15.03.02B
There are three children who meet the birthdate requirement for lead blood testing who did not have results on file during inspection today. Please obtain from parents and add to files. Please send copies to Licensing Specialist.
- There Are 3 Children Who Are Missing Complete Health Care Provider Information From Their Emergency Forms13A.15.03.04A(1)
There are 3 children who are missing complete health care provider information from their emergency forms. Please obtain from parents and add to files. Send copies to Licensing Specialist.
- Provider Has Been Using Clorox Wipes and Lysol to Clean the Diaper Pad13A.15.05.03E(2)
Provider has been using Clorox wipes and Lysol to clean the diaper pad. The OCC approved diapering procedure requires the pad be cleaned with soap and water and disinfected with bleach and water. Two spray bottles were filled with soap and water and bleach and water while Licensing Specialist was
- Provider Did Not Complete the Annual Basic Health and Safety Update Which Was Due to Be Completed by March 31, 202413A.15.06.02B(1)
Provider did not complete the annual basic health and safety update which was due to be completed by March 31, 2024. Please complete this training immediately and send a copy of the certificate to Licensing Specialist. Licensing Specialist will send a link to the training to the provider by email.
- Provider Has Not Been Conducting Fire Drills or Emergency Disaster Drills13A.15.10.01A(3)
Provider has not been conducting fire drills or emergency disaster drills. Provider is reminded fire drills are to be practiced and recorded once a month and emergency disaster drills are to be practiced and recorded at least twice per year. Emergency disaster drills are to be done in addition to
- The Provider Is Reminded That the Written Emergency Disaster Plan Is to Be Reviewed and Updated Annually13A.15.10.01A(4)
The provider is reminded that the written emergency disaster plan is to be reviewed and updated annually. Please review your plan, update it and send a copy to Licensing Specialist.
- The First Aid Kit Is Missing Batteries for the Flashlight and a Washcloth13A.15.10.01H(1)
The first aid kit is missing batteries for the flashlight and a washcloth. Items were added to the first aid kit while Licensing Specialist was present. This has been corrected.
- Licensing Specialist Observed Clorox Wipes and Clorox Cleaning Spray on the Bottom Shelves of the Cabinets in The…13A.15.10.02
Licensing Specialist observed Clorox wipes and Clorox cleaning spray on the bottom shelves of the cabinets in the kitchen area. These items were accessible to children, as this area is considered part of the licensed child care area. Please relocate these items so they are inaccessible or latch or
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