Doris Lyons
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 2024, the issues cited most often were Building & Premises Safety (6), Children's Records & Files (2), and Hazardous Materials Handling (2). None of the 11 findings were critical.
See All 3 Inspection Visits
Nov 24, 20252 Findings2 Important
- All Emergency Information Were Missing Annual Update, Doctor's Telephone Number. Correct Immediately.13A.15.03.04A(3)
- Licensing Specialist Observed Cleaning Products, Medication Stored on a Floor Based Shelf13A.15.10.02
Licensing specialist observed cleaning products, medication stored on a floor based shelf. Items must be stored out of the reach of children. Correct immediately.
Dec 19, 20245 Findings5 Important
- At the Time of the Inspection, 2 Children (KS, KL) Are Missing Physician Information on the Emergency Forms.13A.15.03.04A(1)
- At the Time of the Inspection, Specialist Observed Chipping Paint on the Molding in the Child Care Room.13A.15.05.04A(3)
- At the Time of the Inspection, Child Proof Devices on a Kitchen Cabinet and Drawers Were Not Working.13A.15.05.04B(3)
- At the Time of the Inspection13A.15.05.05A
At the time of the inspection, the side of the shed has items that could be hazardous to children, needs to have area blocked off or items removed. Grill in the yard needs to have a cover.
- At the Time of the Inspection, Provider Was Missing Training for 01/01/2023-12/31/2023 and 01/01/2024-12/31/202413A.15.06.02B(3)
At the time of the inspection, Provider was missing training for 01/01/2023-12/31/2023 and 01/01/2024-12/31/2024. Provider to complete training and submit to the office immediately. Training must be recorded on the OCC 100 Record of Professional Development form.
Jan 23, 20244 Findings4 Important
- At the Time of the Inspection13A.15.05.04B(2)
At the time of the inspection, gate at the bottom of the stairs was not closed when provider opened the door, and the gate at the top of the stairs was not closed when children were on the upper level using the bathroom. When asked provider closed both gates. Non compliance corrected.
- At the Time of the Inspection, a Knife Was in a Drawer That Did Not Have a Child Proof Device13A.15.05.04B(3)
At the time of the inspection, a knife was in a drawer that did not have a child proof device. Provider moved the knife out of reach of children. Non compliance corrected.
- At the Time of the Inspection, 2 Propane Tanks Were in the Back Yard and the Garden Fence Is Bent13A.15.05.05A
At the time of the inspection, 2 propane tanks were in the back yard and the garden fence is bent. Both can be hazardous to children in care.
- At the Time of the Inspection, Specialist Observed Shampoo on the Edge of the Bathtub Accessible to Children in Care.13A.15.10.02