Maria Rivera
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
3 Inspection Visits Since 2023 · 8 Findings
Most recent: Sep 11, 2025⤓ Download Inspection History Report (PDF)
8 Important
Across 3 inspections since 2023, the issues cited most often were Children's Records & Files (4), Infectious Disease Prevention & Control (1), and Emergency Preparedness & Drills (1). None of the 8 findings were critical.
See All 3 Inspection Visits
Sep 11, 20253 Findings3 Important
- Licensing Specialist Did Not Observe the Lead Testing for Any Children Enrolled in the Program.13A.15.03.02B
- Overhead Air Vent Contains Dust. It Needs to Be Cleaned.13A.15.05.03A
- Licensing Specialist Did Not Observe the Disaster Plan.13A.15.10.01A(4)
Sep 19, 20243 Findings3 Important
- Emergency Forms Missing Source of Health Care Information and or Source of Health Care Information.13A.15.03.04A(1)
- Emergency Forms Need to Be Updated.13A.15.03.04A(3)
- Large Capacity Trash Can Was Observed Filled with Water in the Back Yard. Grill Is Accessible to Child Care.13A.15.05.05A
Oct 13, 20232 Findings2 Important
- E Card for One Two Yr Old Boy Is Over Due for Update.13A.15.03.04A(3)
- First Aid Kit Is Missing a Working Flashlight.13A.15.10.01H(1)