Josefina Rios
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.4 / 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) and NAFCC accreditation. 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)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 4 inspections since 2023, the issues cited most often were Children's Records & Files (3), Safe Sleep & SIDS Prevention (2), and Discipline & Adult-Child Interaction (2). None of the 12 findings were critical.
See All 4 Inspection Visits
Dec 1, 20252 Findings2 Important
- LS Observed Children Files That Were Missing pt.2 of the Health Assessment, and the Appropriate Lead Screening ( 6 Children Files)13A.15.03.04C
- LS Observed Observed a Socket That Was Not Capped or Plugged.13A.15.05.04B(1)
Nov 24, 20254 Findings4 Important
- Provider Did Not Report to the OCC That Her Co Provider Was No Longer Working with Her.13A.15.03.05C(1)
- The Provider Stated That She Did Place a Four Year Old Child in a Seat with Belt Buckles to Keep the Child Seated.13A.15.07.01
- Provider Stated That She Placed a Child in a Chair with Buckles to Remain Seated During an Activity13A.15.07.04A(1)
- Provider Is Reminded That Child Discipline Shall Be Consistent with Family Child Care Regulations.13A.15.07.04A(2)
Jan 11, 20245 Findings5 Important
- Licensing Specialist Was Not Able to Observe a Fire Drill Documented for the Month of December.13A.15.03.03F
- Licensing Specialist Observed 4 Children Files That Were Missing Lead Screening13A.15.03.04C
Licensing specialist observed 4 children files that were missing lead screening, , and 2 children's files that were missing health inventory pt.2
- Licensing Specialist Observed Pillows and Blankets Inside of Pack and Plays Used for Resting13A.15.05.06F
- Licensing Specialist Observed the Individual Responsible for Supervising the Children Leave the Children in the Basement Area of The13A.15.08.01B(4)
- Licensing Specialist Observed Whole Milk Being Served to the Children.13A.15.12.01D
Jul 12, 20231 Finding1 Important
- Provider Is Missing the Emergency Form for a Child Enrolled in the Program.13A.15.03.04A(2)