Happy Home Early Learning Center
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
- Child Care Center
- Age groups served
- Infants, Toddlers, Preschool, School-Age
- Licensed capacity
- 39
- 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
Across 1 inspection since 2026, the issues cited most often were Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (6). None of the 6 findings were critical.
See the Inspection Visit
Mar 25, 20266 Findings6 Important
- LS Did Not Observe the Documentation of COMAR Orientation, Experience and Position in Staff Members' Files.13A.16.03.05C
- LS Did Not Observe Documentation of the Orientation to COMAR in Staff Members' Files13A.16.06.02
LS did not observe documentation of the Orientation to COMAR in staff members' files. The director will ensure that the orientation to COMAR is completed with staff members and submit a signed copy to OCC.
- LS Did Not Observe the Medical Evaluation in One Staff Member File13A.16.06.04A(1)
LS did not observe the medical evaluation in one staff member file. The program will obtain the medical evaluation from the staff member and submit a copy to OCC immediately.
- LS Did Not Observe Documentation of Initial Basic Health and Safety Training And/or Annual Update Completion in The…13A.16.06.09C
LS did not observe documentation of initial basic health and safety training and/or annual update completion in the staff members' files. Program will submit documentation for basic health and safety training and/or annual update for preschool teachers.
- LS Did Not Observe Documentation for the Completion of Basic Health and Safety in the Staff Member's File13A.16.06.12A(3)
LS did not observe documentation for the completion of basic health and safety in the staff member's file. The program will submit documentation to OCC immediately.
- LS Did Not Observe Documentation for the Completion of Aide Orientation in the Staff Member's File13A.16.06.12C
LS did not observe documentation for the completion of Aide orientation in the staff member's file. The program will submit documentation to OCC immediately.