Kids Habitat 4
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.3 / 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 2 (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 2 (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
- 21
- 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 2024, the issues cited most often were Building & Premises Safety (4), Children's Records & Files (2), and Emergency Preparedness & Drills (2). None of the 13 findings were critical.
See All 2 Inspection Visits
Jan 28, 20256 Findings6 Important
- LS Did Not Observe Attendance Records Maintained by Staff and Signed by Parents.13A.16.03.03A(2)
- LS Did Not Observe the Emergency Preparedness Plan.13A.16.03.03B(4)
- LS Observed Several Students Files Missing Lead Screening.13A.16.03.04E
- LS Observed 1 Aide Needing 6 Hours of Continued Training.13A.16.06.12B(1)
- LS Observed 10 Items Required by the OCC Missing From the First Aid Kit.13A.16.10.02E
- LS Observed That Child Medication Was Stored in Students Back Pack, with Out Consent Form and Action Plan13A.16.11.04E(2)
LS observed that child medication was stored in students back pack, with out consent form and action plan. Medication Administration form along with action plan was in child folder.
Feb 20, 20247 Findings7 Important
- The Facility Must Submit a Change of Facility Form in Order to Continue to Use Room 2 (Auxiliary Room) as a Classroom.13A.16.03.07A
- The Licenses Specialist Observed Chipping Paint Through Out the Entire Center and a Hole in the Wall Located in the Children's Restroom.13A.16.05.01A(1)
- The License Specialist Observed Roaches in the Dishwasher.13A.16.05.01A(3)
- The License Specialist Observed the Children Bathrooms Not in a Sanitary Manner.13A.16.05.08B
- The License Specialist Was Not Able to Observe Paper Towels or Liquid Hand Soap in the Adult Bathroom.13A.16.05.08F
- The License Specialist Did Not Observe a Telephone in the Infant and Toddler Classroom.13A.16.05.10C
- The Licensing Specialist Observed That the Childcare Refrigerator Was Not Cleaned13A.16.05.11A
The Licensing Specialist observed that the childcare refrigerator was not cleaned, roaches were observed in the dishwasher, trash cans needed emptying, and floors needed to be mopped.