Christine Bell
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
- 6
- 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 3 inspections since 2024, the issues cited most often were Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (3), Children's Records & Files (2), and Licensing & Administrative Compliance (1). None of the 7 findings were critical.
See All 3 Inspection Visits
Oct 2, 20251 Finding1 Important
- Provider Stated Last Fire Inspection Was Completed in 2023.13A.15.02.03B(2)
Sep 25, 20255 Findings5 Important
- LS Did Not Observe Emergency Form for Child LB13A.15.03.04A(1)
- Provider Informed LS Resident SB Moved Into the Home in August 202513A.15.03.05C(1)
Provider informed LS resident SB moved into the home in August 2025. Provider stated SB's paperwork was submitted in the portal and LS was not informed by email. Resident SB has not been cleared.
- LS Was Informed Resident SB Has Not Completed a Medical.13A.15.03.05E
- LS Discussed with Provider to Keep the Floor Areas Clear to Prevent Overcrowding of Toys on the Floor and Tripping Hazards.13A.15.05.04A(6)
- Provider Informed LS Resident SB Moved Into the Home in August 202513A.15.07.07A
Provider informed LS resident SB moved into the home in August 2025. Provider stated SB's paperwork was submitted in the portal and LS was not informed by email. Release for SB has not been cleared.
Aug 27, 20241 Finding1 Important
- LS Did Not Observe an Emergency Form for DG.13A.15.03.04A(1)