Claressa Williams
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.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 4 out of 5 stars overall. Process quality reflects a Maryland EXCELS rating of Level 3 (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 3 (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 3 inspections since 2024, the issues cited most often were Children's Records & Files (6), Parent Communication & Policies (4), and Building & Premises Safety (4). None of the 14 findings were critical.
See All 3 Inspection Visits
Jan 9, 20264 Findings4 Important
- Upon Inspection of the Children's Files13A.15.03.03A
Upon inspection of the children's files, the Licensing Specialist noted that there was one child's file that did not contain a parent agreement. Please submit evidence to the Licensing Specialist once the parent agreement has been obtained. The provider is advised to maintain parent agreements for a
- Several Children's Files Were Missing Evidence That the Parent/guardian Was Provided the Consumer Pamphlet13A.15.03.03E
Several children's files were missing evidence that the parent/guardian was provided the consumer pamphlet. Please provide the consumer pamphlet to the parent/guardian and submit a letter of correction to the Licensing Specialist as soon as possible, that the parent was notified about the consumer p
- Several Emergency Forms Were Missing the Required Information13A.15.03.04A(1)
Several emergency forms were missing the required information. The provider is advised to review children's files and ensure that all children's emergency forms are completed and contain the required information. The provider is reminded to maintain emergency information for all children in care. Pl
- Several Children in Care Were Missing Evidence of a Lead Test at 12 and 24 Months of Age13A.15.03.04C
Several children in care were missing evidence of a lead test at 12 and 24 months of age, two children were missing evidence of updated immunization records, one child enrolled had no evidence of an immunization record on file, and there was one child missing evidence of the health inventory part 1
Jan 22, 20253 Findings3 Important
- 4 Children Need to Have Their Emergency Form Updated13A.15.03.04A(3)
4 children need to have their emergency form updated. Please have the parent review, initial, and date their child's emergency form and forward photos to the OCC.
- Upon Arrival the Licensing Specialist Noted That the Child Care Space Was Chilly13A.15.05.04A(7)
Upon arrival the Licensing Specialist noted that the child care space was chilly. The temperature of the floor in the child care space was registering at 60 degrees Fahrenheit. Please adjust the temperature of the child care space and forward a photo to the OCC displaying that the floor and/or room
- Upon Inspection of the Bathroom the Licensing Specialist Observed That an Electrical Socket Was Not Capped13A.15.05.04B(1)
Upon inspection of the bathroom the Licensing Specialist observed that an electrical socket was not capped. The electrical socket was capped during the inspection.
Jan 10, 20247 Findings7 Important
- The Provider Did Not Have a Written Agreement with 2 Children's Parents13A.15.03.03A
The provider did not have a written agreement with 2 children's parents. Please give a written agreement to the parents of these 2 children and forward the signature page to the OCC once obtained.
- The Provider Does Not Have Evidence That the Parents of All the Children in Care (Total of 10) Were Given or Advised…13A.15.03.03E
The provider does not have evidence that the parents of all the children in care (total of 10) were given or advised how to obtain a consumer pamphlet. Please send photos of the signed and dated consumer pamphlets to the OCC once obtained.
- 5 Children's Emergency Forms Need to Be Completed in Full as They Are Missing Pertinent Information13A.15.03.04A(1)
5 children's emergency forms need to be completed in full as they are missing pertinent information. Please forward photos of the completed emergency forms to the OCC.
- 4 Children's Emergency Forms Need to Be Updated, Signed, and Dated by Their Parent13A.15.03.04A(3)
4 children's emergency forms need to be updated, signed, and dated by their parent. Please forward photos of the updated emergency forms to the OCC.
- There Are 4 Children Who Do Not Have Evidence of Having Had a Lead Blood Test at 2 Years of Age13A.15.03.04C
There are 4 children who do not have evidence of having had a lead blood test at 2 years of age. There is 1 child who does not have evidence of having had a lead blood test at 1 year of age. There are 4 children who need Part I of the Health Inventory and 1 child who needs Part II of the Health Inve
- The Provider's Hot Running Water in the Bathroom Registered at 124 Degrees Fahrenheit13A.15.05.01E
The provider's hot running water in the bathroom registered at 124 degrees Fahrenheit. Please adjust the hot water temperature and send a photo to the OCC displaying that the hot water temperature does not exceed 120 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Upon Inspection of the Main Child Care Space the Licensing Specialist Observed a Space Heater on the Floor Next to A…13A.15.05.04A(3)
Upon inspection of the main child care space the Licensing Specialist observed a space heater on the floor next to a child's cot. The space heater could have posed a risk to the children in care as it was very hot to the touch. The space heater was unplugged and made inaccessible to the children in