Claudia Rivas
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 2 inspections since 2024, the issues cited most often were Children's Records & Files (3), Emergency Preparedness & Drills (2), and Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (2). None of the 7 findings were critical.
See All 2 Inspection Visits
Dec 9, 20256 Findings6 Important
- At the Time of Inspection, LS Could Not Observe Evidence of Fire and Emergency Drills for 202413A.15.03.03F
At the time of inspection, LS could not observe evidence of fire and emergency drills for 2024. Provider to submit evidence of the log or submit a statement of correction for this regulation.
- At the Time of Inspection13A.15.03.04A(1)
At the time of inspection, the provider was missing the following: second page of emergency form for two children, pick up authorization for one child. Two other children did not have emergency contacts listed, source of healthcare information or parent signature on the emergency form.
- At the Time of Inspection13A.15.03.04C
At the time of inspection, the provider was missing the following: second page of emergency form for two children, pick up authorization for one child Two other children did not have emergency contacts listed, source of healthcare information or parent signature on the emergency form. Additionally
- At the Time of Inspection, LS Could Not Observe Any Training Completed Between 02/01/2024 and 01/31/202513A.15.06.02B(3)
At the time of inspection, LS could not observe any training completed between 02/01/2024 and 01/31/2025. Provider is to submit evidence of 24 hours completed by 01/31/2026.
- At the Time of Inspection, the Additional Adult Had a First Aid and CPR Certification That Expired in August of 202513A.15.06.04A(6)
At the time of inspection, the additional adult had a first aid and CPR certification that expired in August of 2025. Provider to submit an updated certification for the additional adult.
- At the Time of Inspection. LS Could Not Observe the Provider's Emergency and Disaster Plan. Provider Is to Send the Updated Plan to LS.13A.15.10.01A(4)
Dec 5, 20241 Finding1 Important
- At the Time of Inspection13A.15.03.04A(1)
At the time of inspection, provider was missing authorized pick up information for three children in care, and source of healthcare for two children in care. Provider to send completed emergency forms to LS.