Mary Joachim
BATTERY LANE, OWINGS, MD 20736Childery Rating: 3/5
Data last updated ·
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
- Recognized by Health and Wellness.
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 2023, the issues cited most often were Children's Records & Files (5), Hazardous Materials Handling (2), and First Aid & Pediatric CPR (1). None of the 8 findings were critical.
See All 3 Inspection Visits
Dec 10, 20253 Findings3 Important
- There Is One Child in Care Who Does Not Have Part 1 or Part 2 of the Health Inventory Form in Their File13A.15.03.02A
There is one child in care who does not have Part 1 or Part 2 of the health inventory form in their file. This same child needs an updated immunization record added to their file, as well. Please obtain from parents and add to the child's file. Send copies to Licensing Specialist.
- Blood Lead Test Results Are Missing From Files Today for Two Children13A.15.03.02B
Blood lead test results are missing from files today for two children. Please obtain from parents and add to children's files. Please send copies to Licensing Specialist
- The Latch on the Kitchen Cabinet Under the Sink Was Unlatched When LS Arrived13A.15.10.02
The latch on the kitchen cabinet under the sink was unlatched when LS arrived. There are latches on both doors, but neither latch was working and the latch that goes through the cabinet handles was undone. There is dishwashing detergent in the cabinet. Provider relatched the cabinet while LS was
Nov 21, 20243 Findings3 Important
- One Child Needs Health Care Provider Information Added to Their Emergency Form13A.15.03.04A(1)
One child needs health care provider information added to their emergency form. Please obtain from parent and add to file. Please send copy to LS.
- The Provider's 1st Aid and CPR Certification Expired in July 2024 and Another Training Course Was Not Taken Until…13A.15.06.02D(1)
The provider's 1st aid and CPR certification expired in July 2024 and another training course was not taken until August 2024. Provider is reminded 1st Aid and CPR certification is to be current at all times. This is corrected.
- Licensing Specialist Observed Windex and Dishwasher Liquid Accessible Under the Kitchen Sink Cabinet, Which Was Not…13A.15.10.02
Licensing Specialist observed Windex and dishwasher liquid accessible under the kitchen sink cabinet, which was not latched during inspection. LS observed body spray and hand cream on the bathroom counter. LS observed body spray and rubbing alcohol spray on the second kitchen handwashing sink. LS o
Dec 18, 20232 Findings2 Important
- There Are Two Children Enrolled Who Meet the Birthdate Requirement for Blood Lead Testing Who Do Not Test Results On…13A.15.03.02B
There are two children enrolled who meet the birthdate requirement for blood lead testing who do not test results on file during the inspection today. Please obtain from parents and add to children's files. Send copies to Licensing Specialist.
- There Was One Emergency Form That Was Not Updated When LS Reviewed Emergency Forms13A.15.03.04A(3)
There was one emergency form that was not updated when LS reviewed emergency forms. Parent arrived to drop off child and updated the form. This was corrected on site.
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