Maryam Ghahhari
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 Children's Records & Files (4), Emergency Preparedness & Drills (2), and Safe Sleep & SIDS Prevention (2). None of the 14 findings were critical.
See All 3 Inspection Visits
Jul 21, 20259 Findings9 Important
- One Child Is Missing Page One of the Health Assessment and One Child's Page Two Is Blank and Not Completed by the Physician.13A.15.03.02A
- LS Reviewed Children's Files and All Were Missing Evidence of Appropriate Lead Screening or Test.13A.15.03.02B
- LS Observed the Parent Agreements Have a Statement of Receipt for the Consumer Education Pamphlet but 6 of the 7 Do Not…13A.15.03.03E
LS observed the parent agreements have a statement of receipt for the consumer education pamphlet but 6 of the 7 do not have parent acknowledgment that it was received
- One Child Is Missing Page One of the Health Assessment and One Child's Page Two Is Blank and Not Completed by The…13A.15.03.04C
One child is missing page one of the health assessment and one child's page two is blank and not completed by the physician, no lead forms are completed by physician.
- Provider Did Not Have Evidence of Emergency Preparedness Plan Approved by Trainer13A.15.10.01A(1)
Provider did not have evidence of emergency preparedness plan approved by trainer. Provider states she took the training years ago but did not have the copy of the plan that was approved.
- Provider Did Not Have Evidence of Emergency Preparedness Plan Approved by Trainer13A.15.10.01A(4)
Provider did not have evidence of emergency preparedness plan approved by trainer. Provider states she took the training years ago but did not have the copy of the plan that was approved.
- First Aid Kit Is Missing a Working Flashlight and Whistle.13A.15.10.01H(1)
- LS Observed Sunscreen Located on Shelf / Cubby Area Accessible to the Children in Care.13A.15.10.02
- LS Observed Medication Forms That Are Missing Parents Signature and Provider's Acknowledgment of Receipt13A.15.11.04A(1)(a)
Jan 28, 20251 Finding1 Important
- One Child Was Missing Enrollment Date, Schedule and Source of Health Care. One Child Was Missing Source of Health Care.13A.15.03.04A(1)
Jul 9, 20244 Findings4 Important
- The Provider Uses Pack-n-plays for Two Children Who Are Over 12 Months Old13A.15.05.06D
The provider uses pack-n-plays for two children who are over 12 months old. One child is 2 and the other is 1 year, 8 months old. The provider will change them to rest on a mat or request a note from N.L.'s parent to continue in the pack-n-play until she is 2 years old.
- The LS Saw Four Pack-n-plays, Each Containing Blankets and Toys. In Addition, the Sheets Did Not Tightly Fit the Size of the Pack-n-play.13A.15.05.06F
- While the Children Were Outside with the Provider and Additional Adult13A.15.07.07A
While the children were outside with the provider and additional adult, the 9 month-old was inside the resting room sleeping in the car seat. When we came into the house, the additional adult removed him from the car seat.
- During the Inspection, the Provider Was on the Telephone to Call Someone to Speak with One of the Children13A.15.08.01B(1)
During the inspection, the provider was on the telephone to call someone to speak with one of the children. There was discussion around giving full attention at all times. Early in the inspection, one child was standing on the toy box briefly before an adult noticed and took her down. Later during t