Gwendolyn Houston
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 (2), and Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (1). Of 9 total findings, 1 was critical.
See All 2 Inspection Visits
Oct 16, 20244 Findings4 Important
- Licensing Specialist Did Not Observe Fire nor Disaster Drills Recorded nor Attendance Verified by Parents for the Last Two Years.13A.15.03.03H
- Licensing Specialist Did Not Observe an Emergency Form for One Enrolled Child13A.15.03.04A(1)
Licensing Specialist did not observe an Emergency form for one enrolled child. Her sister attends the child care home as well and has an Emergency form.
- Licensing Specialist Did Not Observe: Health Inventory I Forms Completed for Two Children; Appropriate Documentation Of…13A.15.03.04C
Licensing Specialist did not observe: Health Inventory I forms completed for two children; appropriate documentation of blood lead testing for three children; a parent agreement for one child; and a Health Inventory II for one child.
- Licensing Specialist Did Not Observe a Written Screen Time Policy.13A.15.09.01B(6)
Nov 28, 20235 Findings1 Critical4 Important
- The Provider's CPR and First Aid Training Expired October 2023.13A.15.06.02D(1)
- Licensing Specialist Was Not Able to Observe One Emergency Form. Provider Stated the Child Was Just Enrolled Today.13A.15.03.04A(1)
- Upon Arrival of Inspection the Gates to the Kitchen and the Gate at the Bottom of the Steps Were Not Secured13A.15.05.04B(2)
Upon arrival of inspection the gates to the kitchen and the gate at the bottom of the steps were not secured. Corrected during inspection. Provider secured the three gates during the inspection.
- Licensing Specialist Observed a Play Set with Two Screws Sticking Out That Need to Be Hammered In13A.15.05.05A
Licensing Specialist observed a play set with two screws sticking out that need to be hammered in. LS also observed a television that needs to be removed from the outdoor play area.
- Licensing Specialist Observed Cat Litter Stored in the Child Care Space. Cat Litter States "Keep Out of Reach Out Children."13A.15.10.02