Diamond Jackson
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
- 7
- 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 2024, the issues cited most often were Children's Records & Files (1), Building & Premises Safety (1), and Licensing & Administrative Compliance (1). None of the 3 findings were critical.
See All 3 Inspection Visits
Jan 20, 20261 Finding1 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, three children were missing evidence of updated immunization records, one child was missing evidence of the health inventory part 1 form and another child was missing evidence of the health inventory part 2 form. Please o
Nov 14, 20251 Finding1 Important
- At the Time of the Inspection, the Gate to the Fenced in Backyard Was Broken and Falling Over13A.15.05.05A
At the time of the inspection, the gate to the fenced in backyard was broken and falling over. This could be harmful if accessed by the children in care. Please repair or secure the broken gate to prevent injuries to children in care and submit evidence to the Licensing Specialist.
Oct 11, 20241 Finding1 Important
- The Provider Has 3 Children Under the Age of 2 Enrolled and Is Reminded That Care May Not Be Provided at Any One Time…13A.15.04.03B
The provider has 3 children under the age of 2 enrolled and is reminded that care may not be provided at any one time to more than two children younger than 2 years old unless approved by the licensing agency. The provider is advised that at least 1 child under two will need other arrangements until