Michelle Coleman
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
Across 2 inspections since 2024, the issues cited most often were Building & Premises Safety (3), Children's Records & Files (2), and Hazardous Materials Handling (1). None of the 7 findings were critical.
See All 2 Inspection Visits
Oct 23, 20253 Findings3 Important
- LS Did Not Observe a Gate at the Kitchen. Provider Will Put the Gates Up and Send a Picture.13A.15.05.04B(2)
- LS Observed a Rake, Dust Pan, Shovel, Leaf Blower, Broom and a Pot in the Outdoor Play Area13A.15.05.05A
LS observed a rake, dust pan, shovel, leaf blower, broom and a pot in the outdoor play area. LS did not observe a gate to block off the deck.
- LS Observed Caulk for the Wall Accessible in the Child Care Area.13A.15.10.02
Oct 17, 20244 Findings4 Important
- LS Did Not Observe a Copy of Fire and Disaster Drills.13A.15.03.03F
- LS Observed Children Missing Annual Updates.13A.15.03.04A(3)
- LS Observed a Child Missing Health inventory1+2, Shots, Lead and Emergency Form.13A.15.03.04C
- LS Observed Tools and a Uncovered Grill in the Outdoor Area.13A.15.05.05A