Gayle Tobin
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 4 inspections since 2023, the issues cited most often were Emergency Preparedness & Drills (3), Licensing & Administrative Compliance (2), and Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (2). None of the 13 findings were critical.
See All 4 Inspection Visits
Dec 15, 20252 Findings2 Important
- Provider Did Not Notify the OCC of Injury to a Child While in Care That Results in Treatment by a Medical Professional.13A.15.03.05A(2)(a)
- Provider Did Not Notify the OCC of a Situation Involving the Home That May Present a Risk to the Health, Safety, Or…13A.15.03.05C(3)
Provider did not notify the OCC of a situation involving the home that may present a risk to the health, safety, or welfare of children in care.
Aug 12, 20251 Finding1 Important
- LS Observed Several Roaches in the Child Care Area.13A.15.05.01C
Aug 14, 20248 Findings8 Important
- LS Observed an Expired Fire Permit Dated 10/31/2023.13A.15.02.03B(2)
- LS Did Not Observe Provider's Fire/emergency Drill.13A.15.03.03F
- LS Did Not Observe Providers 12 Hour Continued Training.13A.15.06.02B(3)
- LS Did Not Observe Providers Emergency and Disaster Plan.13A.15.10.01A(1)
- LS Did Not Observe a List of Local Emergency Services Numbers in the Child Care Space.13A.15.10.01A(2)
- LS Did Not Observe Thermometer and Fragrance Free Soap in the First Aid Kit.13A.15.10.01H(1)
- LS Observed an Uncovered Grill in the Backyard.13A.15.10.02
- LS Did Not Observe 1% Milk in the Child Care.13A.15.12.01D
Aug 15, 20232 Findings2 Important
- LS Observed 4 Emergency Forms Out of the 4 Two Were Outdated. Provider Stated She Does Not Have Emergency Forms for ZM and KJ.13A.15.03.04A(3)
- LS Observed Two Clorox Wipes Bottles in Reach of Children13A.15.10.02
LS observed two Clorox wipes bottles in reach of children, one bottle was in the bathroom and the other was on the children's table. - corrected on site.