Developing Minds Quality Infant & Child Care Center, Inc.
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
- Child Care Center
- Age groups served
- Infants, Toddlers, Preschool, School-Age
- Licensed capacity
- 174
- Teacher-child ratios & group sizesState Minimum Displayed
Age Max ratio Max group Infants 1:3 6 Toddlers 1:3 9 Preschool 1:10 20
Teacher Credentials
- Lead teacher credentialState Minimum Displayed
- High School Diploma
Inspection History
2 Inspection Visits Since 2025 · 13 Findings
Most recent: Oct 14, 2025⤓ Download Inspection History Report (PDF)
13 Important
Across 2 inspections since 2025, the issues cited most often were Staff-to-Child Ratios & Group Size (5), Licensing & Administrative Compliance (3), and Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (2). None of the 13 findings were critical.
See All 2 Inspection Visits
Mar 13, 20259 Findings9 Important
- Staffing Patterns Not Being Followed in Several Rooms.13A.16.03.05B
- LS Observed Sub Log Not Completed.13A.16.03.05E
- LS Observed 2 Aides in Infant room1. LS Observed a Teacher Left Alone with 4 Toddlers.13A.16.07.06A
- LS Observed a Teacher Left Alone with 4 Toddlers.13A.16.08.01A(1)
- LS Observed 2 Aides in Infant Room 1.13A.16.08.01B(1)
- LS Observed Two Aides in Infant Room 1.13A.16.08.02A
- LS Observed 2 Aides in Infant Room 1.13A.16.08.02B
- LS Observed a Teacher Left Alone with 4 Toddlers. Corrected Onsite. Teacher Came Back Into the Classroom.13A.16.08.03C(1)
- LS Observed Room 7 Watching Paw Patrol.13A.16.09.01C(3)
Feb 21, 20254 Findings4 Important
- LS Observed 2 Children in Care That Was Not Signed in on Attendance Record.13A.16.03.03B(1)
- LS Observed Two Children in Care That Were Not Signed in on Attendance Record.13A.16.03.03B(1)
- LS Observed Staffing Patterns Posted That Were Not Followed.13A.16.03.05B
- LS Observed Staffing Patterns That Were Not Being Followed.13A.16.03.05B