Mollie Gutridge
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.4 / 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 4 (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 4 (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
- 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 2023, the issues cited most often were Building & Premises Safety (3), Children's Records & Files (1), and Parent Communication & Policies (1). None of the 5 findings were critical.
See All 3 Inspection Visits
Sep 22, 20251 Finding1 Important
- Ls Observed That Outdoor the Gas Pit Uncovered13A.15.05.05A
Ls observed that outdoor the gas pit uncovered, law mower out, storage shed is unlocked with lawn equipment in it, and trampoline not locked or zip tied out of reach of children. Provider has basements steps the lead down provider need a gate by the steps
Oct 17, 20242 Findings2 Important
- One Emergency Form Was Not Updated Annually13A.15.03.04A(3)
- Ls Observed Outside Lawnmower, Wheel Barrow, Fire Pit Within Reach of Children.13A.15.05.05A
Sep 28, 20232 Findings2 Important
- Ls Observed That Provider Did Not Have in Her Contract About Having 3 Goats and a Dog in Her Contract.13A.15.03.03A
- Ls Observed That the Fire Pit Was Not Covered and Within Reach of Children.13A.15.05.05A