Donnita Lowther
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 2023, the issues cited most often were Building & Premises Safety (3), Infectious Disease Prevention & Control (2), and Curriculum & Developmental Programming (1). Of 9 total findings, 1 was critical.
See All 2 Inspection Visits
Jun 28, 20244 Findings4 Important
- Licensing Specialist Was Not Able to Flush the Toilet13A.15.05.01F
Licensing Specialist was not able to flush the toilet. Provider stated that the landlord currently has COVID-19 and will be coming out next week to repair the toilet.
- Licensing Specialist Did Not Observe the Provider's Copy of the Approved Diapering Procedures13A.15.05.03E(2)
Licensing Specialist did not observe the Provider's copy of the approved diapering procedures. Please ensure there is a nonabsorbent barrier between the child and the diapering pad.
- Licensing Specialist Observed Potty Chairs on a Carpet Surface. LS Discussed Placing Them on a Nonabsorbent Surface or Mat When Being Used.13A.15.05.03F(1)
- Licensing Specialist Observed a Child Under the Age of Two Watching Passive Television.13A.15.09.01B(3)
Jul 6, 20235 Findings1 Critical4 Important
- Licensing Specialist Observed Cleaning Sprays Accessible Under the Kitchen Sink13A.15.10.02
Licensing Specialist observed cleaning sprays accessible under the kitchen sink. Provider must ensure there is a child proof device on this cabinet.
- Licensing Specialist Observed One Incomplete Health Inventory II and One Missing Health Inventory II13A.15.03.04C
Licensing Specialist observed one incomplete Health Inventory II and one missing Health Inventory II. Provider stated that the parent took a copy of the Health Inventory II to their child's public school.
- Licensing Specialist Observed an Expired Fire Permit Posted (3/23/2022)13A.15.05.01A
Licensing Specialist observed an expired Fire Permit posted (3/23/2022). Provider stated that the Fire department already came out but disapproved her basement for the first time in years due to needing stairs leading to the basement window.
- Licensing Specialist Did Not Observe a Gate Secured at the Bottom of the First Floor Steps.13A.15.05.04B(2)
- Licensing Specialist Was Not Able to Observe an Emergency and Disaster Plan During the Inspection13A.15.10.01A(1)
Licensing Specialist was not able to observe an Emergency and Disaster Plan during the inspection. Provider has completed the Emergency and Disaster Planning training in 2010, but cannot locate the Plan.