Kimberly Hill
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 2024, the issues cited most often were Children's Records & Files (4), Emergency Preparedness & Drills (3), and Parent Communication & Policies (2). None of the 14 findings were critical.
See All 4 Inspection Visits
Apr 30, 20262 Findings2 Important
- Licensing Specialist Observed Two Portable Cribs The Baby Trend Portable Crib Support Frame Would Not Stay…13A.15.05.06C(1)
Licensing specialist observed two portable cribs The Baby Trend portable crib support frame would not stay connected and the Graco portable crib had a rip in the netting. Neither portable crib can be used. Correct immediately
- Provider Was Unable to Provide Proof of Completing the Total 12 Clock Hours of Continued Training for the Time Period…13A.15.06.02B(3)
Provider was unable to provide proof of completing the total 12 clock hours of continued training for the time period of April 1, 2025 through March 2026. Correct immediately.
Jul 30, 20251 Finding1 Important
- Provider Was Not Aware That She Had to Notify the Office of a Pending Charge Against the Person She Has a Substitute13A.15.03.05C(2)(a)
Provider was not aware that she had to notify the office of a pending charge against the person she has a substitute. Provider must provide required paperwork for a new substitute.. Correct immediately.
Jan 5, 202510 Findings10 Important
- Provider Has Four Children Enrolled in Care. Three of the Children Did Not Have All of the Required Forms. Correct Immediately.13A.15.03.02A
- Three Children Did Not Have Evidence of Blood Lead Test. Correct Immediately.13A.15.03.02B
- Provider Does Not Have a Written Agreement with All of the Parents. Correct Immediately.13A.15.03.03A
- Provider Did Not Maintain a Daily Attendance Record for All of the Children in Her Care.. Correct Immediately.13A.15.03.03B
- Provider Did the Conduct a Fire Drill Every Month and Did Not Conduct Any Disaster Drills. Correct Immediately.13A.15.03.03F
- Provider Did Not Have the Health Assessment13A.15.03.04C
Provider did not have the health assessment, individual care needs , evidence of immunization, blood lead test report, appropriately completed emergency form for three of the four children enrolled in care. Correct immediately.
- Licensing Specialist Observed a Container with Standing Water13A.15.05.05A
Licensing specialist observed a container with standing water , grills, and lawn tools in the play area and accessible to children. Correct immediately.
- Provider Was Not Able to Provide a Written Screen Time Policy That Would Be Given to Parents13A.15.09.01B(6)
Provider was not able to provide a written screen time policy that would be given to parents. Correct immediately and submit a copy to the office.
- Provider Did Not Practice for Other Emergency and Disaster Situations. Correct Immediately.13A.15.10.01A(3)
- Provider Could Not Locate the Plan; Therefore Unable to Show Whether It Had Been Updated. Correct Immediately.13A.15.10.01A(4)
Mar 7, 20241 Finding1 Important
- Provider Did Not Have a Completed Emergency Information Form for the Two Children in Her Care.13A.15.03.04A(1)