Cynthia Pridgen
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 2023, the issues cited most often were Children's Records & Files (4), Parent Communication & Policies (3), and Building & Premises Safety (1). None of the 13 findings were critical.
See All 2 Inspection Visits
Nov 4, 202512 Findings12 Important
- LS Observed Three Children Missing Lead Testing Results.13A.15.03.02B
- LS Did Not Observe That the Written Agreement Included the Presence of Pets in the Home.13A.15.03.03A
- LS Did Not Observe a Written Record of Each Child's Daily Attendance.13A.15.03.03B
- LS Observed One Child's Emergency Form Missing the Physician's Information.13A.15.03.04A(1)
- LS Observed Three Children's Emergency Forms Missing the Annual Parent Update.13A.15.03.04A(3)
- LS Did Not Observe Two Children's Records Missing Part 1 and Part 2 of the Health Inventory13A.15.03.04C
LS did not observe two children's records missing part 1 and part 2 of the health inventory. LS observed one child's part 1 of the health inventory not signed nor dated by the parent. LS observed three children missing lead screenings, LS observed one child missing the 2nd lead testing results.
- LS Observed Did Not Observe a Current Fire Inspection Report for the Home.13A.15.05.01A
- LS Did Not Observe Medication on Site for One Child Whose Medical Records State That the Child Is on Medication.13A.15.07.07A
- LS Did Not Observe That the Emergency and Disaster Plan Was Updated Annually.13A.15.10.01A(4)
- LS Observed the First Ad Kit Missing a Whistle.13A.15.10.01H(1)
- LS Did Not Observe a Medication Form nor the Medication Available for a Child Whose Medical Records State That the Child Is on Medication.13A.15.11.04A(1)(a)
- LS Did Not Observe 1% Fat Milk or Nonfat Milk to Children Ages 2 Years and Older.13A.15.12.01D
Nov 13, 20231 Finding1 Important
- LS Observed That the Written Agreement for One Child Was Signed or Dated.13A.15.03.03A