Dawn Shay
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 3 inspections since 2023, the issues cited most often were Children's Records & Files (5), Emergency Preparedness & Drills (3), and Building & Premises Safety (2). None of the 14 findings were critical.
See All 3 Inspection Visits
Jul 11, 20253 Findings3 Important
- LS Observed One Child's Emergency Form Missing the Name and Contact Information for the Child's Physician.13A.15.03.04A(1)
- LS Observed One Child's Emergency Form Missing the Annual Parental Update.13A.15.03.04A(3)
- LS Did Not Observe That the Provider Completed the Health and Safety Training by the End of Each 12 Month Period.13A.15.06.02B(1)
Jul 26, 202410 Findings10 Important
- LS Did Not Observe Lead Screenings for Four Children.13A.15.03.02B
- LS Did Not Observe the Fire/emergency Drill Record.13A.15.03.03F
- LS Did Not Observe Health/medical Records for Two Enrolled Children.13A.15.03.04C
- LS Observed the Bottom of the Refrigerator and the Freezer in Need of Cleaning.13A.15.05.03A
- LS Observed Dog Feces in the Outdoor Play Area. LS Did Observe a Protective Barrier at the Steps Leading to an Unapproved Level of the Home.13A.15.05.05A
- LS Did Not Observe a Lock nor Alarm on the Access Door to the Pool.13A.15.05.05C
- LS Did Not Observe the Homes Written Emergency and Disaster Plan.13A.15.10.01A(1)
- LS Did Not Observe That the Written Emergency and Disaster Plan Was Updated Annually.13A.15.10.01A(4)
- LS Observed a Lighter in a Table Outside of the Homes Entrance13A.15.10.02
LS observed a lighter in a table outside of the homes entrance. This was corrected during the inspection when the Provider removed the lighter.
- LS Observed the Bottom of the Refrigerator and the Freezer in Need of Cleaning.13A.15.12.02A
Jul 19, 20231 Finding1 Important
- LS Did Not Observe an Emergency Form for One Enrolled Child.13A.15.03.04A(1)