Dawn Carter
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 2025, the issues cited most often were Children's Records & Files (2), Emergency Preparedness & Drills (1), and Parent Communication & Policies (1). None of the 5 findings were critical.
See All 2 Inspection Visits
May 21, 20262 Findings2 Important
- Two Children in Care Were Missing Evidence of a Lead Test at 24 Months of Age13A.15.03.04C
Two children in care were missing evidence of a lead test at 24 months of age. Please obtain the documentation from the parent as soon as possible and submit evidence to the Licensing Specialist once all required documents have been obtained. Please see the additional comments sheet.
- At the Time of the Inspection, There Was No Evidence of the Provider's Emergency Disaster Plan13A.15.10.01A(1)
At the time of the inspection, there was no evidence of the provider's emergency disaster plan. Please complete and submit a emergency disaster plan to the Licensing Specialist for correction.
Jun 20, 20253 Findings3 Important
- 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 evidence to the Licensing Specialist as soon as possible, that the parent was notified about the consumer pamphlet. See a
- Upon Reviewing the Children's Records13A.15.03.04C
Upon reviewing the children's records, the specialist noted that one child enrolled is missing evidence of a lead test at 24 months of age. Please obtain the documentation from the parent as soon as possible and submit evidence to the Licensing Specialist. Please see the additional comments sheet.
- The Provider Does Not Have a Written Screen Time Policy13A.15.09.01B(6)
The provider does not have a written screen time policy. Provider is advised to write a screen time policy and provide it to the parents of all children. Please submit evidence that the parents have received the written screen time policy to the Licensing Specialist.