Mama Diakite
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.5 / 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.Not Available
- 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 5 out of 5 stars overall. 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. No objective process measures (e.g., state quality rating or national accreditation) are available for this daycare. The overall rating reflects structural features only.
Quality Recognitions & Accreditations
- 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
- 6
- 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 2023, the issues cited most often were Children's Records & Files (7), Infectious Disease Prevention & Control (3), and Safe Sleep & SIDS Prevention (3). None of the 14 findings were critical.
See All 3 Inspection Visits
May 19, 20251 Finding1 Important
- At the Time of Inspection Four of the Five Emergency Forms Needed to Be Updated.13A.15.03.04A(3)
May 3, 20244 Findings4 Important
- At the Time of Inspection Over Three Emergency Forms Were Incomplete13A.15.03.04A(1)
At the time of inspection over three emergency forms were incomplete. All emergency forms should be completed with parent signatures and physician information.
- At the Time of Inspection the Counter Between the Child Care Area and the Kitchen Was Congested with Items Which…13A.15.05.03A
At the time of inspection the counter between the child care area and the kitchen was congested with items which included a plate with snack, Swiffer wet jet cleaner, toys, used bottles and empty water bottles. This space should be cleared of all toys, old food and empty bottles. The Swiffer wet j
- At the Time of Inspection One of the Cribs Was Broken13A.15.05.06E
At the time of inspection one of the cribs was broken. The provider was aware of the broken crib and told Licensing Specialist that she is waiting for someone to pick it up. The crib should be removed immediately to prevent any injury to children.
- At the Time of Inspection There Were Cleaning Supplies Accessible to the Children. They Were Moved Once They Were Pointed Out.13A.15.10.02
Jul 25, 20239 Findings9 Important
- One Child's Emergency Form Does Not Have a Physician or Health Care Provider Information Listed.13A.15.03.04A(1)
- One Child's Emergency Form Does Not Have a Physician or Health Care Provider Information Listed.13A.15.03.04A(1)
- Two Children's Emergency Forms Have Not Been Updated in the Last 12 Months.13A.15.03.04A(3)
- Two Children's Emergency Forms Have Not Been Updated in the Last 12 Months.13A.15.03.04A(3)
- One Child's File Does Not Contain a Health Inventory Part 113A.15.03.04C
One child's file does not contain a health inventory part 1, health inventory part 2, lead screening or immunization records; One child's file does not contain a health inventory part 2 or lead screening; One child's file does not contain lead screening.
- Books and Other Materials Stacked Unsafely on the Bookshelf and Fireplace Mantle Pose a Risk to Children.13A.15.05.03A
- Books and Other Materials Stacked Unsafely on the Bookshelf and Fireplace Mantle Pose a Risk to Children.13A.15.05.03A
- Blankets Used for Cushioning the Sleep Surface in the Pack N Play.13A.15.05.06F
- Blankets Used for Cushioning the Sleep Surface in the Pack N Play.13A.15.05.06F