Kim Underwood
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 4 inspections since 2023, the issues cited most often were Children's Records & Files (4), Emergency Preparedness & Drills (3), and Curriculum & Developmental Programming (2). None of the 14 findings were critical.
See All 4 Inspection Visits
Aug 7, 20252 Findings2 Important
- 1 Child's Emergency Form Is Missing Their Doctor's Contact Information13A.15.03.04A(1)
1 child's emergency form is missing their doctor's contact information. Please have this child's parent add their child's doctor's contact information on the emergency form and forward a photo of this document to the OCC.
- 1 Child's Emergency Form Has Not Been Updated Since October 202313A.15.03.04A(3)
1 child's emergency form has not been updated since October 2023. Please have this child's parent review, initial, and date their emergency form and forward a photo of this document to the OCC.
Aug 20, 20248 Findings8 Important
- 1 Child Did Not Have a Signed Contract in Their File13A.15.03.03A
1 child did not have a signed contract in their file. 1 child does not have a signed discipline policy in their file. All 3 children in care do not have a signed pet policy in their file. Please obtain these signed documents and forward copies to the OCC.
- All 3 Children in Care Need Part I and Part II of the Health Inventory13A.15.03.04C
All 3 children in care need Part I and Part II of the Health Inventory. 1 child does not have evidence of having had a blood lead test done at 2 years of age. 1 child needs an updated vaccination record and another child needs 1 more Hep B vaccination. Please forward photos of all of the requested d
- The Provider Does Not Have Her Written Schedule of Daily Activities Posted13A.15.09.01A
The provider does not have her written schedule of daily activities posted. However, the provider did have a copy on hand to show to the Licensing Specialist. Please post your written schedule of activities and forward a photo to the OCC.
- The Provider Has Not Given a Written Screen Time Policy to the Children's Parents13A.15.09.01B(6)
The provider has not given a written screen time policy to the children's parents. Please forward copies of the signed written screen time policy to the OCC for all 3 children in care.
- The Provider Did Not Conduct 2 Fire Drills in 202413A.15.10.01A(3)
The provider did not conduct 2 fire drills in 2024. Please forward a written statement to the OCC explaining that you will practice a monthly fire drill with the children in care.
- The Provider Has Not Updated Her Written Emergency and Disaster Plan on an Annual Basis13A.15.10.01A(4)
The provider has not updated her written emergency and disaster plan on an annual basis. The provider updated her written emergency and disaster plan during the inspection.
- The Provider Could Not Locate Her Emergency Escape Plan. Please Post the Emergency Escape Plan and Forward a Photo to the OCC.13A.15.10.01B(1)
- The Provider Was Missing Tweezers and Soap in Her First Aid Kit13A.15.10.01H(1)
The provider was missing tweezers and soap in her first aid kit. The provider added tweezers and soap to her first aid kit during the inspection.
Aug 5, 20243 Findings3 Important
- The Last Time the Provider Submitted Her Substitute's Medical Evaluation Was in August 202113A.15.02.03B(2)
The last time the provider submitted her substitute's medical evaluation was in August 2021. Please forward a copy of your substitute's current medical evaluation to OCC as soon as possible.
- An Electrical Socket Was Uncapped in the Dining Room. The Electrical Socket Was Capped During the Inspection.13A.15.05.04B(1)
- The Provider Stated That She Was Not Aware of the Annual Update to the Basic Health and Safety Training Which Was Due…13A.15.06.02B(1)
The provider stated that she was not aware of the annual update to the basic health and safety training which was due March 31, 2024. Please forward a copy of your certificate to the OCC once obtained.
Aug 11, 20231 Finding1 Important
- The Provider Had an Unapproved Emergency Form for AG in Her File13A.15.03.04A(1)
The provider had an unapproved emergency form for AG in her file. Please have AG's parent complete the approved OCC emergency form and forward a copy to the Licensing Specialist once obtained.