Maria Boya
RIGGS ROAD 1A, HYATTSVILLE, MD 20783Childery Rating: 3/5
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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 2 inspections since 2026, the issues cited most often were Children's Records & Files (3), Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (3), and Parent Communication & Policies (2). None of the 14 findings were critical.
See All 2 Inspection Visits
Feb 3, 20267 Findings7 Important
- Specialist Observed a 6 Month Old Child Who Was Present and the Child Did Not Have Any Enrollment Documents13A.15.03.02A
- The Specialist Did Not Observe a Written Record of Daily Attendance13A.15.03.03B
- Observed No Evidence of the Substitute Log.13A.15.03.03C
- Specialist Observed That the Daycare Does Not Have Heat13A.15.03.05C(1)
Specialist observed that the daycare does not have heat, and the Provider is using 1 medium-sized portable heater and 2 small electrical heaters to keep the daycare. She is also using an extension cord that runs from the building's hallway electrical socket.
- The Licensing Specialist Observed an Extension Cord Running From the Building Hallway Into the Childcare Area of The…13A.15.05.04A(3)
The Licensing Specialist observed an extension cord running from the building hallway into the childcare area of the apartment to an electric heater.
- An Unknown Individual to the Office of Childcare Was Present in the Home13A.15.08.01A
- It Was Observed That the Provider Does Not Have Proper Heating13A.15.10.02
it was observed that the Provider does not have proper heating. The Provider Maria Boya is using a medium size portable heater and 2 small heaters to keep the daycare warm She is using an extension cord that is running from the apartment building hallway electrical socket.
Jan 20, 20267 Findings7 Important
- Specialist Observed a 6 Month Old Child Who Was Present and the Child Did Not Have Any Enrollment Documents.13A.15.03.02A
- The Specialist Did Not Observe a Written Record of Daily Attendance.13A.15.03.03B
- Observed No Evidence of the Substitute Log.13A.15.03.03C
- The Licensing Specialist Observed That 2 Children Days and Hours Are Missing, Along with Their Emergency Contact Information.13A.15.03.04A(1)
- Specialist Observed the Daycare Does Not Have Heat and the Provider Is Using 1 Medium Size Portable Heater and 2 Small…13A.15.03.05C(3)
Specialist observed the daycare does not have heat and the Provider is using 1 medium size portable heater and 2 small electrical heaters to keep the daycare. She is also using an extension cord that is running fro, the building hallway electrical socket.
- Licensing Specialist Observe an Unknown Person to the Office of Child Care Was Present Home.13A.15.03.05E
- Licensing Specialist Observed an Extension Cord Running From the Building Hallway Into the Child Care Area of The…13A.15.05.04A(3)
Licensing Specialist observed an extension cord running from the building hallway into the child care area of the apartment building to an electrical heater.
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