Monique Armstrong
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
- 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
2 Inspection Visits Since 2024 · 12 Findings
Most recent: Jun 17, 2025⤓ Download Inspection History Report (PDF)
12 Important
Across 2 inspections since 2024, the issues cited most often were Emergency Preparedness & Drills (3), Children's Records & Files (2), and Hazardous Materials Handling (2). None of the 12 findings were critical.
See All 2 Inspection Visits
Jun 17, 20255 Findings5 Important
- The Homes Fire Permit Has Expired on 2/22/2513A.15.02.03B(2)
- Provider Sign In/out Sheet Was Not Being Used13A.15.03.03B
- Review All Emergency for Completed Information and Updates Signatures/date13A.15.03.04A(3)
- Fire Drills and Disaster Drills Were Not Completed During the Visit.13A.15.10.01F
- The Provider Had a Mini Motor Bike in the Childcare Space During the Visit.13A.15.10.02
Jun 5, 20247 Findings7 Important
- Provider Will Need to Complete a Monthly Fire Drill and Record Onto a Log.13A.15.03.03F
- Review All Emergency Card for Completed Information Done by the Parents13A.15.03.04A(3)
- Outdoor Area Used for Child Care Space Had Hazards Items That Could Be Dangerous.13A.15.05.05A
- During the Visit the Provider Could Not Provide Proof of Completed 1st Aid and CPR.13A.15.06.02D(1)
- Provider Must Complete and Record Disaster Drill Twice a Year.13A.15.10.01A(4)
- The 1st Aid Kit Was Missing the Following Items: Batteries for the Flash Light.13A.15.10.01H(1)
- Properly Store All Flammable Products and Tools From the Front Yard Area.13A.15.10.02