Mariam Raja
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.3 / 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 2 (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 2 (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 4 inspections since 2024, the issues cited most often were Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (6), Building & Premises Safety (2), and Food Safety & Allergic Reactions (2). None of the 14 findings were critical.
See All 4 Inspection Visits
Jan 8, 20267 Findings7 Important
- LS Observed That the Provider Did Not Have Documentation of Completing the 2024 Basic Health and Safety Annual Update.13A.15.02.03B(1)
- LS Observed That the Provider Did Not Have Documentation of Completing the 2024 Basic Health and Safety Annual Update.13A.15.03.03G
- LS Observed That 1 Child Did Not Have Documentation of Their Required Lead Test.13A.15.03.04C
- LS Observed That the Provider Did Not Have Documentation of a Current, Passing Fire Inspection13A.15.05.01A
LS observed that the provider did not have documentation of a current, passing fire inspection. The only documentation she had reflected that her last inspection was on 01/11/2024.
- LS Observed That the Provider Did Not Have Documentation of Completing the 2024 Basic Health and Safety Annual Update.13A.15.06.02B(1)
- LS Observed That the Provider Did Not Have Documentation of a Current, Passing Fire Inspection13A.15.07.07A
LS observed that the provider did not have documentation of a current, passing fire inspection. The only documentation she had reflected that her last inspection was on 01/11/2024.
- LS Observed That the First Aid Kit Was Missing a Whistle.13A.15.10.01H(1)
Jul 1, 20252 Findings2 Important
- LS Observed That the Provider Had Not Completed the 2024 Annual Basic Health and Safety Annual Update.13A.15.06.02B(1)
- LS Observed That the Provider Did Not Have a Completed Record of Professional Development to Correspond with Her…13A.15.06.02C(1)
LS observed that the provider did not have a completed record of professional development to correspond with her completed continued training.
Jan 14, 20254 Findings4 Important
- LS Observed That the Provider Had Moved the Children and Child Care Area to the Area That She Requested to Be Approved…13A.15.03.05C(1)
LS observed that the provider had moved the children and child care area to the area that she requested to be approved by OCC prior to having OCC approval.
- LS Observed That the Provider Had Moved the Children and Child Care Area to the Area That She Requested to Be Approved…13A.15.05.04A(1)
LS observed that the provider had moved the children and child care area to the area that she requested to be approved by OCC prior to having OCC approval.
- LS Observed That an Infants Bottles Were Being Stored in a Lunch Box with an Ice Pack and They Were Not Labeled With…13A.15.12.02A
LS observed that an infants bottles were being stored in a lunch box with an ice pack and they were not labeled with the date and child's name.
- LS Observed That an Infants Bottles Were Being Stored in a Lunch Box with an Ice Pack Instead of Being Refrigerated And…13A.15.12.02B
LS observed that an infants bottles were being stored in a lunch box with an ice pack instead of being refrigerated and there was no thermometer in the refrigerator to verify the refrigerator is at or below 40 degrees Fahrenheit.
Aug 8, 20241 Finding1 Important
- LS Observed That the Provider Does Not Have a Variety and Quantity of Materials and Equipment to Accommodate 4 Infants.13A.15.09.02B