Fredericka Dowell
BAY RIDGE AVENUE, ANNAPOLIS, MD 21403Childery Rating: 3/5
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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 1 inspection since 2024, the issues cited most often were Emergency Preparedness & Drills (1), Children's Records & Files (1), and Building & Premises Safety (1). None of the 4 findings were critical.
See the Inspection Visit
Apr 24, 20244 Findings4 Important
- Licensing Specialist Observed No Record of Fire or Emergency Drills Recorded Since October 202313A.15.03.03F
Licensing Specialist observed no record of fire or emergency drills recorded since October 2023. Licensing Specialist observed no emergency drills recorded. Provider to submit written statement of understanding that fire drills are to be conducted and recorded monthly and that emergency drills are t
- Licensing Specialist Observed Four Children in Care Who Were Missing Lead Tests13A.15.03.04C
Licensing Specialist observed four children in care who were missing lead tests. Provider to submit copies of each child's lead test to Licensing Specialist once they are obtained.
- Licensing Specialist Observed Items in Backyard That Could Potentially Be Dangerous, Ax, Grilling Supplies, Etc13A.15.05.05A
Licensing Specialist observed items in backyard that could potentially be dangerous, ax, grilling supplies, etc. Provider stated that they have been going to local playgrounds for outdoor play. Provider to submit written statement and pictures that backyard has been made safe for children to play.
- Licensing Specialist Observed No Fragrance Free Liquid Soap in First-Aid Kit at the Time of Inspection13A.15.10.01H(1)
Licensing Specialist observed no fragrance free liquid soap in First-Aid kit at the time of inspection. Provider to submit a picture of fragrance free- liquid soap or baby wash to Licensing Specialist that they obtained for their first-aid kit.
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