Melinda London
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.5 / 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.Not Available
- 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 5 out of 5 stars overall. 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. No objective process measures (e.g., state quality rating or national accreditation) are available for this daycare. The overall rating reflects structural features only.
Quality Recognitions & Accreditations
- 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
- 7
- 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 Building & Premises Safety (2), Emergency Preparedness & Drills (2), and Children's Records & Files (2). None of the 10 findings were critical.
See All 3 Inspection Visits
Apr 15, 20261 Finding1 Important
- The Provider Has Ample Space to Play with Lots of Activities. The LS Observed That the Gate's Safety Latch Needs to Be Replaced.13A.15.05.05A
Apr 14, 20255 Findings5 Important
- The LS Observed That There Were No Paper Towels in the Bathroom.13A.15.05.03B
- The LS Observed That the Backyard Has Ample Space13A.15.05.05A
The LS observed that the backyard has ample space. However, the backyard needs to be cleaned and organized. The LS observed lots of broken branches, sticks, cups and containers with standing water. A wheel barrow was by the fence that can pose a hazard. The barbecue grill needs to be covered.
- The Provider's Written Disaster Plan Was Upstairs and She Was Unable to Retrieve the Plan13A.15.10.01A(2)
The Provider's written disaster plan was upstairs and she was unable to retrieve the plan. The Provider will email the LS the updated emergency preparedness plan.
- The Provider Will Email the LS a Completed Updated Plan13A.15.10.01A(4)
- The LS Observed That the Provider Is Missing: A Flashlight13A.15.10.01H(1)
The LS observed that the Provider is missing: a flashlight, disposable washcloths, and paper towels from her First Aide kit. The Provider will email the LS pictures of these items to correct this non-compliance.
Apr 5, 20244 Findings4 Important
- LS Observed the Forms for a 13mo and a 3yo Missing the Doctor's Name and Number. Provider Is to Send Proof of Correction to OCC ASAP.13A.15.03.04A(1)
- LS Observed the Forms for a 22mo and a 4yo Missing the Annual Updates. Provider Is to Send Proof of Correction to OCC ASAP.13A.15.03.04A(3)
- LS Observed Cat Food in the Kitchen Which Is Approved for Care as Well as Chicks in the Child Care Play Room13A.15.07.07A
LS observed cat food in the kitchen which is approved for care as well as chicks in the child care play room. Provider removed the cat food from the kitchen and states she was not aware that she could not have chicks for educational purposes. LS explained the animals in child care policy regarding c
- LS Observed Cat Food in the Kitchen Which Is Approved for Care as Well as Chicks in the Child Care Play Room13A.15.10.02
LS observed cat food in the kitchen which is approved for care as well as chicks in the child care play room. Provider removed the cat food from the kitchen and states she was not aware that she could not have chicks for educational purposes. LS explained the animals in child care policy regarding c