Meseret Asfaw
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.4 / 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 4 out of 5 stars overall. Process quality reflects a Maryland EXCELS rating of Level 3 (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 3 (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
2 Inspection Visits Since 2024 · 9 Findings
Most recent: May 16, 2025⤓ Download Inspection History Report (PDF)
9 Important
Across 2 inspections since 2024, the issues cited most often were Children's Records & Files (4), Building & Premises Safety (4), and Licensing & Administrative Compliance (1). None of the 9 findings were critical.
See All 2 Inspection Visits
May 16, 20256 Findings6 Important
- Signage Is Missing Registration Number.13A.15.03.01B
- A.V. Is Missing Lead Testing.13A.15.03.02B
- Emergency Forms Missing Complete Date And/or Needs to Be Up Dated.13A.15.03.04A(3)
- Emergency Forms Need to Be Updated and or the Complete Date.13A.15.03.04A(3)
- Toys Need to Be Cleaned and Weeds Removed.13A.15.05.05A
- Play Area Need to Be Clean From Weeds and Toys Need to Be Washed.13A.15.05.05A
Jun 7, 20243 Findings3 Important
- Emergency Forms Are Missing Source of Health Care Information And/or Emergency Pick Up Person/back of Form.13A.15.03.04A(1)
- Protective Barrier Is Needed at Entry Way to Child Care Near the Kitchen.13A.15.05.04B(2)
- Outdoor Materials and Equipment Are Soiled and Need to Be Cleaned.13A.15.05.05A