Brenda Velez-Jimenez
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.4 / 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.4 / 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 4 out of 5 stars overall. Process quality reflects a Maryland EXCELS rating of Level 4 (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 4 (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 4 inspections since 2023, the issues cited most often were Children's Records & Files (4), Building & Premises Safety (1), and Emergency Preparedness & Drills (1). None of the 7 findings were critical.
See All 4 Inspection Visits
Aug 22, 20251 Finding1 Important
- The Licensing Specialist Did Observe Dog Feces in the Front of the Backyard Area13A.15.05.05A
The licensing specialist did observe dog feces in the front of the backyard area. The provider has stated they will have this scooped and each day will make sure before they go outside to have this scooped up.
Jul 21, 20252 Findings2 Important
- Three Children's Emergency Cards Need to Be Updated13A.15.03.04A(3)
- There Are 3 Children Who Need Lead Testing Completed13A.15.03.04C
Jul 15, 20242 Findings2 Important
- One Child Was Missing Their Emergency Card, and There Are Two Children Who Need the Physician Information Listed.13A.15.03.04A(1)
- There Are 5 Children Who Need Their Emergency Cards Updated.13A.15.03.04A(3)
Jun 28, 20232 Findings2 Important
- The Provider Has Not Recorded Her Drills From the Past Year but Has Stated She Completed Them13A.15.03.03F
The provider has not recorded her drills from the past year but has stated she completed them. A picture of the completed logs will be sent to the licensing specialist.
- The First Aid Kit Needs a Fragrance Free Liquid Soap. The Provider Will Obtain This and Send a Picture to the Licensing Specialist.13A.15.10.01H(1)