Kimberly Zinkand
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
- Not Available
- 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 Building & Premises Safety (2), Hazardous Materials Handling (1), and Children's Records & Files (1). None of the 4 findings were critical.
See All 3 Inspection Visits
Mar 26, 20261 Finding1 Important
- The Three Gates to the Pool Were Unlocked. The Provider's Husband Locked the Gates During the Inspection.13A.15.05.05C
Feb 18, 20252 Findings2 Important
- There Was in an Outlet That in the Area Where Children Play That Was Not Capped. The Provider Capped It During the Inspection.13A.15.05.04B(1)
- There Were Two Face Plates That Were Missing for the Light Switch and the Outlets in the Bathroom13A.15.10.02
There were two face plates that were missing for the light switch and the outlets in the bathroom. There was a container of Clorox wipes on the toilet. There was a wax Scentsy that was plugged in where the children play. It was accessible to children in care. The face plates were placed on the ligh
Mar 12, 20241 Finding1 Important
- LS Did Not Observe a Lead Screening or Test for 4 Children in Care13A.15.03.02B
LS did not observe a lead screening or test for 4 children in care. Provider must obtain lead testing or screening results or an appointment to obtain results and send evidence to the OCC.