Kia Sherif
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 3 inspections since 2024, the issues cited most often were Children's Records & Files (6), Parent Communication & Policies (2), and Emergency Preparedness & Drills (2). None of the 14 findings were critical.
See All 3 Inspection Visits
Apr 17, 20269 Findings9 Important
- The Provider Has Not Been Keeping Written Record of the Attendance Verified by the Parents.13A.15.03.03B
- The Provider Has Not Completed the Emergency Drills13A.15.03.03F
- There Are Three Children Who Need the Physician Information Listed on the Emergency Forms.13A.15.03.04A(1)
- There Is One Child Who Needs the Emergency Form Updated.13A.15.03.04A(3)
- There Are Two Children Who Do Not Have Any Immunizations Present13A.15.03.04C
There are two children who do not have any immunizations present, two children who are missing the health inventory part 1 completed by the parents, and one child is missing the health inventory part 2 completed by the doctor. There are 3 children who are missing the lead testing as well.
- The Provider Has Had Two Residents Move Out as of 8/2025 and a New Resident Move in the Home in January 202613A.15.03.05C(1)
The provider has had two residents move out as of 8/2025 and a new resident move in the home in January 2026. An updated 1202 form was not sent to the office of child care.
- The Provider Has Not Completed the 2025 Basic Health and Safety Training.13A.15.06.02B(1)
- There Is One Child Who Does Not Have the Medication Authorization Form for Their Medication.13A.15.11.04A(1)(a)
- There Is One Child Who Does Not Have the Medication Authorization Form for Their Medication.13A.15.11.04A(1)(b)
May 7, 20252 Findings2 Important
- LS Observed 1 Emergency Card Needing the Child's Doctors Name, Address and Phone Number - Update and Send a Copy for Correction13A.15.03.04A(3)
- LS Did Not Observe an Updated Emergency Plan13A.15.10.01A(4)
May 29, 20243 Findings3 Important
- LS Did Not Observe the Health Inventory Part 2 for 1 Child in Care13A.15.03.02A
- LS Did Not Observe a Contract for 1 Child in Care13A.15.03.03A
- LS Did Not Observe the Doctor's Name, Address and Phone Number on 1 Emergency Card13A.15.03.04A(1)