Maria Vega
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
Across 3 inspections since 2024, the issues cited most often were Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (5), Children's Records & Files (2), and Hazardous Materials Handling (1). None of the 11 findings were critical.
See All 3 Inspection Visits
Feb 13, 20264 Findings4 Important
- No Evidence That the Substitute Log Was Maintained.13A.15.03.03C
- A Licensing Specialist Noted That One Child Is Missing Part 2 of the Health Inventory Immunizations, Two Children Lack…13A.15.03.04C
A Licensing Specialist noted that one child is missing part 2 of the health inventory immunizations, two children lack their lead screenings, and another child is missing both the health inventory and immunizations.
- The Licensing Specialist Observed an Unapproved Adult Working with the Children.13A.15.03.05E
- The Licensing Specialist Observed an Unapproved Adult Working with the Children.13A.15.07.07A
Mar 27, 20251 Finding1 Important
- The Licensing Specialist Observed a Clorox Toilet Cleaning Product Stored Under the Bathroom Sink.13A.15.10.02
Feb 5, 20246 Findings6 Important
- Licensing Specialist Did Not Find Evidence of Completed Health Inventory Part 213A.15.03.04C
Licensing Specialist did not find evidence of completed health inventory part 2, lead screening, and vaccination forms for a child in care. The provider must promptly request the forms from the parents.
- The Licensing Specialist Did Not Find Any Evidence of the Professional Development Plan.13A.15.06.02C(1)
- The Licensing Specialist Observed No Evidence of the Professional Development Plan.13A.15.06.02C(1)
- The Licensing Specialist Did Not Find Any Evidence of the Daily Schedule Being Posted.13A.15.09.01A
- Licensing Specialist Observed No Evidence of the Written Emergency and Disaster Plan.13A.15.10.01A(4)
- The Fist Aid Kit Was Missing Required Items Such as the Wash Clothes, Gauze Rolls, Flash Light, and the Fragrance Free Soap.13A.15.10.01H(2)