Michele Stritch
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 Infectious Disease Prevention & Control (4), Emergency Preparedness & Drills (4), and Children's Records & Files (2). Of 12 total findings, 1 was critical.
See All 3 Inspection Visits
Oct 30, 20251 Finding1 Important
- The Emergency Information Forms Had Not Been Updated per Annual Requirement. . Correct Immediately.13A.15.03.04A(3)
Oct 8, 20248 Findings8 Important
- At the Time of the Inspection, Provider Could Not Locate One Child's File (ED).13A.15.03.02A
- At the Time of the Inspection13A.15.05.03A
At the time of the inspection, the carpet under the table in the play room needs to be cleaned The kitchen counters have clutter around the food prep area and needs to be cleaned.
- At the Time of the Inspection, the Provider Did Not Immediately Wash Her Hands After Changing a Soiled Diaper.13A.15.05.03D(1)
- At the Time of the Inspection, the Provider Did Not Immediately Wash the Child's Hands After Changing a Soiled Diaper.13A.15.05.03D(2)
- At the Time of the Inspection, Provider Changed a Soiled Diaper on the Couch.13A.15.05.03E(3)
- At the Time of the Inspection, Provider Could Not Located Her Emergency and Disaster Plan.13A.15.10.01A(1)
- At the Time of the Inspection, Provider Could Not Locate Her Record of Fire Drills and Emergency Drills.13A.15.10.01A(3)
- At the Time of the Inspection, the Emergency Escape Plan Was Not Posted. Provider Stated She Is Completing a New One.13A.15.10.01B(1)
Nov 7, 20233 Findings1 Critical2 Important
- At the Time of the Inspection, Specialist Observed 2 Kitchen Drawers Containing Hazardous Items Missing Child Proof Devices.13A.15.05.04B(3)
- At the Time of the Inspection, Specialist Observed the Gate Not in Place at the Bottom of the Stairs Leading to the Upper Deck.13A.15.05.05A
- At the Time of the Inspection, the Emergency Escape Plan Was Not Posted in the Child Care Area.13A.15.10.01B(1)