Gisele Welch
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 Children's Records & Files (3), Building & Premises Safety (3), and Hazardous Materials Handling (1). None of the 7 findings were critical.
See All 2 Inspection Visits
Jul 31, 20246 Findings6 Important
- L.S Observed 2 Emergency Cards That Were Not Updated as Required.13A.15.03.04A(3)
- Written Statements Regarding Individual Needs Were Not Observed in Any Child File; 2 Child Emergency Cards Had Not…13A.15.03.04C
Written statements regarding individual needs were not observed in any child file; 2 child emergency cards had not been updated as required.
- LS Observed Chipping Paint on the Door to the Bathroom13A.15.05.02C(1)
LS observed chipping paint on the door to the bathroom, an interior wooden door, and the wall under the basement window., on the back interior wall. LS requested information regarding lead paint; Provider stated the she had submitted information; LS will follow up regarding what information OCC has.
- LS Observed a Picnic Table Splintering Wood.13A.15.05.05A
- LS Observed the Children Playing in an Inflatable Plastic Pool Filled Approximately 6 Inches Deep; The Activity Was…13A.15.05.05C
LS observed the children playing in an inflatable plastic pool filled approximately 6 inches deep; the activity was finishing; th pool was deflated.
- LS Observed Carpet Cleaner, Paint, and Air Freshener on Top of Toy Storage Unit Directly in Front of the Microwave Oven.13A.15.10.02
Jul 31, 20231 Finding1 Important
- I Emergency Card Did Not Contain Complete Physician Contact Information.13A.15.03.04A(3)