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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.5 / 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.5 / 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 5 out of 5 stars overall. Process quality reflects a Maryland EXCELS rating of Level 5 (out of 5) and NAEYC accreditation. 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 5 (Max 5) Learn more →
- Accreditations
- National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC)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
- 107
- 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
Across 3 inspections since 2024, the issues cited most often were Staff-to-Child Ratios & Group Size (7), Discipline & Adult-Child Interaction (3), and Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (1). Of 13 total findings, 1 was critical.
See All 3 Inspection Visits
Nov 4, 20244 Findings1 Critical3 Important
- Facility Self Reported That a Child Was Left Unattended13A.16.08.01B(1)
- Director Stated That a Child Wandered Inside of the Building, and Was Unattended for Two Minutes.13A.16.07.06A
- A Two Year Old Child Was Left Alone in a Classroom for Two Minutes13A.16.08.01B(2)
- Two Aides Were Supervising a Group of Children at the Time of the Incident13A.16.08.02B
Jun 13, 20242 Findings2 Important
- Licensing Specialist Observed Two Children's Files Who Were Missing the Appropriate Lead Test.13A.16.03.04E
- Licensing Specialist Observed First Aid Bags That Were Missing the Required Items13A.16.10.02E
May 2, 20247 Findings7 Important
- Licensing Specialist Received Written Statements About a Child Being Subject to Abuse, Mental Injury, and Injurious Treatment.13A.16.07.01
- Child Discipline Shall Be Appropriate to the Age, Maturity, and Physical Condition of the Child.13A.16.07.03A(1)
- An Operator, Employee, Substitute, or Volunteer May Not Spank, Hit, Shake, or Use Any Other Means of Physical Abuse.13A.16.07.03B(4)
- The Operator Shall Ensure the Safety and Security of Each Child at All Times.13A.16.07.06A
- Regulation Discussed with Director.13A.16.08.01A(1)
- An Operator Shall Ensure That Each Staff Member Providing Care to a Child Is Oriented to the Child's Individual Needs.13A.16.08.01B(1)
- Licensing Specialist Observed Two Aides in the Preschool Classroom.13A.16.08.02A