Curline Smith
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
- 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 (4), Building & Premises Safety (3), and Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (2). None of the 14 findings were critical.
See All 2 Inspection Visits
Aug 18, 20259 Findings9 Important
- The Provider Had an Eight Year Old Visiting13A.15.03.02A
The Provider had an eight year old visiting. She was dropped off by her mom. The Provider had no paperwork for this child. She claimed that the child isn't enrolled. The LS explained that Provider needs paperwork for all children.
- The LS Observed That the Children's Emergency Forms Need to Be Updated.13A.15.03.04A(3)
- The Provider Had a Former Student Over as Drop in Care. However, She Didn't Have Her Paperwork for the LS to Review.13A.15.03.04C
- The LS Observed That the Provider Needs to Replace the Lattice in Her Outside Area, and the Grass Needs to Be Mowed13A.15.05.05A
The LS observed that the Provider needs to replace the lattice in her outside area, and the grass needs to be mowed. The outdoor area needs to be organized, free from hazards.
- The LS Observed an Eight Year Old Child Not in the Room of Care13A.15.07.07A
The LS observed an eight year old child not in the room of care. The Provider had the child move down into the Room of Care Correcting this non-compliance on site.
- The LS Had the Provider Move the Eight Year Old Down to the Room of Care.13A.15.08.01B(3)
- The Provider Had an Eight Year Old Visiting She Was Dropped Off by Her Parent13A.15.08.01B(4)
The Provider had an eight year old visiting she was dropped off by her parent. The Provider felt that because she was only visiting she didn't need to be in the Room of Care with the other children. The LS explained that the child was considered a drop-in and she needed to be in the room of care and
- The Provider Needs to Post a Daily Schedule of Activities13A.15.09.01A
The Provider needs to post a daily schedule of activities. The Provider has two children under 23 months that don't go outside. These children have a note from their parents however the LS explained the regulation to Provider.
- The LS Observed That One Outlet Didn't Have a Cover, the Provider Capped It During the Inspection13A.15.10.02
The LS observed that one outlet didn't have a cover, the Provider capped it during the inspection. The LS observed that the Provider had a plastic bag on the room of care floor she removed it, the Provider had a balloon in the Room of Care, the LS advised the Provider to remove it, in the event popp
Aug 20, 20245 Findings5 Important
- The LS Observed That the Substitute Didn't Sign in to Document When She Was Providing Care.13A.15.03.03C
- The Provider Hasn't Conducted a Fire/disaster Drill to Date.13A.15.03.03F
- The LS Observed That Two Emergency Forms Needed Physician's Information.13A.15.03.04A(1)
- The LS Observed That the Provider Had an Abundance of Toys and Materials13A.15.05.04A(3)
The LS observed that the Provider had an abundance of toys and materials, however the area needed to be organized in a child friendly way. The Provider had three wall pictures that were placed on the floor and playpen. The LS had the Provider move them. The LS observed that the Provider had ice melt
- There Is Accessible Place for the Children13A.15.05.05A
There is accessible place for the children. The LS wants the provider to get the lawn mowed and to put out outside toys for the young children. The young children need to go outside twice a day.