Monica Braden
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.5 / 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 5 out of 5 stars overall. Process quality reflects a Maryland EXCELS rating of Level 5 (out of 5) and NAFCC accreditation. 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 5 (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)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 2023, the issues cited most often were Safe Sleep & SIDS Prevention (1), Children's Records & Files (1), and Building & Premises Safety (1). None of the 3 findings were critical.
See All 2 Inspection Visits
Dec 12, 20241 Finding1 Important
- The Licensing Specialist Observed an Infant Napping in a Baby Rocker13A.15.05.06H
The licensing specialist observed an infant napping in a baby rocker. An approved additional adult and substitute were present. Upon the specialist's request, the substitute moved the infant to the crib. When the provider arrived, she explained that the child had just fallen asleep and that they we
Dec 8, 20232 Findings2 Important
- Licensing Specialist Observed No Evidence of an Emergency Form for a Child in Care13A.15.03.04A(1)
Licensing Specialist observed no evidence of an emergency form for a child in care. The provider shall obtain the form as soon as possible. In addition, an emergency form that is missing the authorized pick up person.
- Licensing Specialist Observed a Gap Around the Wooden Plank That Surround the A.c Unit13A.15.05.05A
Licensing Specialist observed a gap around the wooden plank that surround the a.c unit. The gap is large enough where children can fit and access the a.c unit.