Gwen's Little Treasures
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.4 / 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.3 / 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 4 out of 5 stars overall. Process quality reflects a Maryland EXCELS rating of Level 3 (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 3 (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
- Child Care Center
- Age groups served
- Infants, Toddlers, Preschool, School-Age
- Licensed capacity
- 19
- 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
1 Inspection Visit Since 2023 · 12 Findings
Most recent: Jul 22, 2025⤓ Download Inspection History Report (PDF)
12 Important
Across 1 inspection since 2023, the issues cited most often were Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (5), Building & Premises Safety (2), and Licensing & Administrative Compliance (1). None of the 12 findings were critical.
See the Inspection Visit
Jul 11, 202312 Findings12 Important
- LS Did Not Observe Fire Inspection.13A.16.02.03C(4)
- Provider Needs to Update Staffing to Reflect Current Staff.13A.16.03.05B
- Center Was Missing Files for 3 Staff. 1 Staff Was Missing MD CBC Results From File.13A.16.03.05C
- Provider Did Not Notify OCC of 2 Staff Ending Employment.13A.16.03.06A(2)
- Provider Was Using Potty-chairs.13A.16.05.08H
- LS Did Not Observe Separate Trash Can for Diapers.13A.16.05.11D(2)
- Staff Is Missing Orientation From File.13A.16.06.02
- LS Did Not Observe File for Director.13A.16.06.05C(1)
- LS Did Not Observe the File for the Preschool Teacher.13A.16.06.09C
- LS Did Not Observe Any Written Activity Plans for Infants.13A.16.09.02B
- LS Observed Large Pillow in Crib. Provider Removed the Pillow On-site.13A.16.09.04F
- Provider Was Missing Fragrance-free Soap, Tweezers, One Roll Gauze, Flashlight, and Ice Pack.13A.16.10.02E