Joanne Bartgis
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.5 / 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.Not Available
- 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 5 out of 5 stars overall. 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. No objective process measures (e.g., state quality rating or national accreditation) are available for this daycare. The overall rating reflects structural features only.
Quality Recognitions & Accreditations
- 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
- Infants, Toddlers, Preschool
- Licensed capacity
- Not Available
- 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 2 inspections since 2023, the issues cited most often were Children's Records & Files (4), Building & Premises Safety (1), and Emergency Preparedness & Drills (1). None of the 7 findings were critical.
See All 2 Inspection Visits
Nov 18, 20252 Findings2 Important
- At the Time of Inspection13A.15.03.04A(1)
At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed 2 children's emergency forms that were missing the child's health source information. The provider shall obtain the missing information and submit to the OCC.
- At the Time of Inspection13A.15.03.04C
At the time of inspection, Licensing Specialist observed 1 child's record that was missing evidence of an appropriate lead test at 12 months old and again at 24 months. The provider shall obtain the blood lead certificate and submit to the OCC.
Oct 3, 20235 Findings5 Important
- Licensing Specialist Observed 2 Children's Emergency Forms That Were Missing the Child's Health Source.13A.15.03.04A(1)
- Licensing Specialist Observed 5 Children's Records That Were Missing Evidence of the Child's Lead Blood Test13A.15.03.04C
Licensing Specialist observed 5 children's records that were missing evidence of the child's lead blood test. One child's record was missing health inventory part I.
- Licensing Specialist Observed a Gas Grill with Accessible Knobs Located in the Outdoor Activity Area13A.15.05.05A
Licensing Specialist observed a gas grill with accessible knobs located in the outdoor activity area. Provider to make grill inaccessible and submit photographic evidence to the OCC.
- Licensing Specialist Observed the Home's Written Emergency and Disaster Plan That Was Not Updated at Least Annually13A.15.10.01A(4)
Licensing Specialist observed the home's written emergency and disaster plan that was not updated at least annually. The provider updated the plan during the inspection.
- Licensing Specialist Observed the Home's First Aid Kit That Was Missing Tweezers and Fragrance-free Liquid Soap.13A.15.10.01H(1)