LaTosha Ferguson
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
- 3
- 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 2025, the issues cited most often were Children's Records & Files (4), Licensing & Administrative Compliance (2), and Staff-to-Child Ratios & Group Size (1). None of the 8 findings were critical.
See All 3 Inspection Visits
Mar 10, 20261 Finding1 Important
- At the Time of Inspection13A.15.04.03A
At the time of inspection, 2 children under the age of 2 were present while the provider is only approved for one child under the age of two on their registration. The provider thought that because the resident child turned 2, she could enroll another child under the age of 2. LS explained the lic
Apr 3, 20255 Findings5 Important
- At the Time of Inspection13A.15.03.02A
At the time of inspection, one child who was reported to have started in the beginning of the year did not have an emergency form, a health assessment, or any immunizations on file. Provider is to obtain the required documents for the child and submit copies to LS.
- At the Time of Inspection, Provider Did Not Have Documentation of Any Fire and Emergency Drills for the Last Two Years13A.15.03.03F
At the time of inspection, provider did not have documentation of any fire and emergency drills for the last two years. Provider is asked to submit a statement of understanding regarding the documentation of monthly fire drills and biannual emergency drills, and submit the started log for 2025 to L
- At the Time of Inspection, One Child in Care Was Missing an Emergency Form13A.15.03.04A(1)
At the time of inspection, one child in care was missing an emergency form. Provider is to obtain and forward the completed emergency form to LS.
- At the Time of Inspection, One Child in Care Had an Emergency Form on File That Had Not Been Updated Since July of 202313A.15.03.04A(3)
At the time of inspection, one child in care had an emergency form on file that had not been updated since July of 2023. Provider is asked to have parent or guardian update the form and submit evidence to LS.
- At the Time of Inspection13A.15.03.04C
At the time of inspection, one child who was reported to have started in the beginning of the year did not have an emergency form, a health assessment, or any immunizations on file. Provider is to obtain the required documents for the child and submit copies to LS.
Feb 5, 20252 Findings2 Important
- Provider Notified OCC of Five Additional Minor Residents After 30 Days of the Children Residing in the Home13A.15.03.05C(1)
Provider notified OCC of five additional minor residents after 30 days of the children residing in the home. The provider is reminded to immediately make LS aware of any changes within the home that could impact the provider's family child care registration. LS requested that the provider submit a
- At the Time of Inspection13A.15.04.03B
At the time of inspection, provider had three children under the age of 2 present, two child care children and one resident child. As the provider is only licensed for a maximum of two children under the age of two, but now has a resident under the age of two, LS asked for a child under the age of