Debra Thomas
W CENTRAL AVENUE, DAVIDSONVILLE, MD 21035Childery Rating: 3/5
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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 (3) and First Aid & Pediatric CPR (1). None of the 4 findings were critical.
See All 2 Inspection Visits
Feb 27, 20261 Finding1 Important
- Upon Arrival LS Observed a 6 Year Old Child Playing Outside While the Provider Was Supervising From Inside the Home13A.15.03.04B(5)
Upon arrival LS observed a 6 year old child playing outside while the provider was supervising from inside the home. The LS asked the provider if she has written permission from the parent for the child to do this. The provider informed LS that she does not have written permission. Provider will for
Jan 4, 20243 Findings3 Important
- Specialist Observed One Emergency Form That Was Not Maintained13A.15.03.04A(1)
Specialist observed one emergency form that was not maintained. The emergency form was missing required information. Provider shall have parents complete the emergency form and submit a copy.
- Specialist Observed That There Is No Evidence of an Appropriate Lead Screening for One Child and Lead Forms for Six…13A.15.03.04C
Specialist observed that there is no evidence of an appropriate lead screening for one child and lead forms for six children were not updated at 12 and/or 24 months as required. Specialist observed no evidence of immunization records for two children in care or evidence of appropriate exception or o
- Specialist Observed No Evidence of Liquid Fragrance Free Soap in the First Aid Kit as Required13A.15.10.01H(1)
Specialist observed no evidence of liquid fragrance free soap in the first aid kit as required. See list of required items under Resource Documents on the OCC website. Provider shall obtain fragrance free liquid soap for the first aid kit and submit photographic evidence.
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