Busy Bees FD LLC
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
- Recognized by Military Child Care in Your Neighborhood.
Facility Info
- Facility type
- Child Care Center
- Age groups served
- Infants, Toddlers, Preschool, School-Age
- Licensed capacity
- 63
- Teacher-child ratios & group sizesState Minimum Displayed
Age Max ratio Max group Infants 1:3 6 Toddlers 1:3 9 Preschool 1:10 20
Teacher Credentials
- Lead teacher credentialState Minimum Displayed
- High School Diploma
Inspection History
Across 3 inspections since 2023, the issues cited most often were Children's Records & Files (2), Safe Sleep & SIDS Prevention (2), and Medication Administration (2). Of 11 total findings, 2 were critical.
See All 3 Inspection Visits
Jan 22, 20265 Findings5 Important
- At Time of Inspection13A.16.03.04C
At time of inspection, licensing specialist observed several emergency forms missing an individual authorized for pick up, annual updates and the child's physician information.
- At Time of Inspection13A.16.03.04E
At time of inspection, licensing was not able to observe appropriate lead testing certificates for several children enrolled in care. Facility is reminded that lead testing is to be documented and completed when the child is 12 months and again at 24 months. If the child is older than 24 months and
- At Time of Inspection, Licensing Specialist Observed a String Tied to the Top of the Crip13A.16.09.04F
At time of inspection, licensing specialist observed a string tied to the top of the crip. The string holds a mobile the goes inside of the crib.
- At Time of Inspection, Licensing Specialist Observed an Expired Medication Authorization Form13A.16.11.04A(1)(a)
At time of inspection, licensing specialist observed an expired medication authorization form. Forms are only for one year. The form expired 08/2024.
- At Time of Inspection13A.16.11.04A(3)
At time of inspection, licensing specialist observed an EpiPen not labeled by the pharmacy or physician with the child's name, date of prescription, and etc.
Dec 28, 20232 Findings2 Critical
- At the Time of Inspection, Facility Could Not Provide LS with Criminal Background Check Results for a Staff Member13A.16.03.05C
At the time of inspection, facility could not provide LS with criminal background check results for a staff member. The staff member was not present at the facility at time of inspection.
- OCC Has Not Received the Criminal Background Check for One Staff Member to Rule Out the Convictions Mentioned in the Regulation.13A.16.06.03A
Jun 16, 20234 Findings4 Important
- Licensing Specialists Noticed a Wooden Shed That Was Not Locked, and Had Loose Pieces of Wood with Nails in It.13A.16.05.12D
- Licensing Specialists Observed Several Instances of Uncapped Electrical Outlets..13A.16.10.04F
- Licensing Specialists Observed One Infant Being Swaddled in the Crib13A.16.10.05B
Licensing specialists observed one infant being swaddled in the crib. The staff were informed that this is not allowed. Corrected by removing the swaddling.
- Licensing Specialists Observed One Refrigerator That Was 50 Degrees, and Two That Were Missing Thermometers in Rooms 011 and 021.13A.16.12.04A(1)