Mary Pittman
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 2023, the issues cited most often were Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (4), Children's Records & Files (3), and Curriculum & Developmental Programming (3). Of 14 total findings, 1 was critical.
See All 3 Inspection Visits
Jul 9, 20255 Findings5 Important
- LS Did Not Observe Fire/emergency Drill.13A.15.03.03F
- LS Did Not Observe One Child with Part II of the Health Inventory; One Child Without Part I of the Health Inventory ;…13A.15.03.04C
LS did not observe one child with Part II of the health Inventory; one child without Part I of the Health Inventory ; five children without lead , four children without immunization, and two children without Part I and Part II of the Health Inventory.
- Provider Did Not Complete Basic Health and Safety Update for 2023 or 2024.13A.15.06.02B(1)
- LS Discussed with Provider That She Must Complete 12 Hours of Continued Training Before Her Anniversary Date.13A.15.06.02B(3)
- LS Did Not Observe Fragrance Free Soap, Pad, Safety Pins, and a Whistle in the First Aid Kit.13A.15.10.01H(1)
Jul 15, 20242 Findings2 Important
- LS Observed Expired Fire Permit 9/30/2023.13A.15.02.03B(2)
- LS Observed Five Emergency Forms That Need to Be Updated13A.15.03.04A(3)
LS observed five emergency forms that need to be updated. LS also observed three children without pick up information and two children without physician information. LS observed one child without an emergency form.
Jul 7, 20237 Findings1 Critical6 Important
- LS Observed Potentially Harmful Items Under the Bathroom Sink13A.15.10.02
LS observed potentially harmful items under the bathroom sink. Cleaning supplies were within reach of the children. LS also observed an uncovered grill and other potentially hazardous items in the backyard.
- LS Observed 4 Out 7 Children Missing Medicals and 5 Out 7 Children Missing Lead.13A.15.03.04C
- LS Observed No Clock Hours for Trainings.13A.15.06.02B(3)
- LS Observed a One Year Watching Television in a Highchair in the Kitchen.13A.15.09.01B(3)
- LS Observed a Child Eating While Watching Television in the Kitchen.13A.15.09.01B(5)
- LS Observed No Milk in the Refrigerator for Children.13A.15.12.01B
- LS Observed No 1% , Nonfat Milk, or Bottles Brought From Home in the Refrigerator.13A.15.12.01D