Golden Reed Daycare
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 2025, the issues cited most often were Children's Records & Files (5), Building & Premises Safety (5), and Parent Communication & Policies (2). None of the 14 findings were critical.
See All 2 Inspection Visits
Dec 18, 202511 Findings11 Important
- LS Did Not Observe Required Documents, Emergency Form, Health Assessments and Complete Immunization Record.13A.15.03.02A
- LS Did Not Observe Required Lead Screening or Test Result Documents.13A.15.03.02B
- LS Did Not Observe the Required Documents in the Children's Files13A.15.03.03A
LS did not observe the required documents in the children's files. The provider will add a copy of the written agreement in each child's file.
- LS Did Not Observe Required Documents.13A.15.03.03E
- LS Observed 4 Children's Files That Need to Be completed. LS Observed One Child's File Missing an Emergency Form.13A.15.03.04A(1)
- LS Observed 2 Children's Emergency Forms That Need to Be Updated, Signed, and Dated by the Parent.13A.15.03.04A(3)
- LS Did Not Observe Required Documents.13A.15.03.04C
- LS Did Not Observe a Current Fire Inspection Approval Letter.13A.15.05.01A
- Heating Unit Needs to Be Replaced in the Garage.13A.15.05.01D
- Garage May Not Be Used Until the Heating Unit Is Replaced or It Has a Room Temperature of 65 Degrees.13A.15.05.04A(7)
- First Aid Kit Needs Flashlight, Paper Towels, Fragrance-free Soap, Tweezers, Washcloths, Paper/plastic Bags, Whistle.13A.15.10.01H(1)
Dec 11, 20253 Findings3 Important
- LS Observed an Open Cluttered Area of the Child Care Area in the Basement That Is Being Used as Storage for Home and Child Care Supplies.13A.15.05.03A
- LS Observed the First Floor of the Home Being Used for Child Care13A.15.05.04A(1)
LS observed the first floor of the home being used for child care. The children had just finished lunch. The first floor is not an approved area of the home. The substitute immediately moved the children to the basement which is an approved area.
- The Garage May Not Be Used at the Present Time Because the Heater Needs Repair or Replacement.13A.15.05.04A(7)