Namalie Bentota
NICHOLAS DRIVE, SILVER SPRING, MD 20902Childery Rating: 4/5
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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
- Group Child Care Home
- Age groups served
- Toddlers, Preschool, School-Age
- Licensed capacity
- 12
- 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 Staff-to-Child Ratios & Group Size (3), Safe Sleep & SIDS Prevention (2), and Building & Premises Safety (2). None of the 11 findings were critical.
See All 2 Inspection Visits
Sep 17, 20253 Findings3 Important
- A Licensing Specialist Observed a Total of 11 Children, Including 4 Who Were Under the Age of 2 Years13A.18.08.03E
A Licensing Specialist observed a total of 11 children, including 4 who were under the age of 2 years. Both the provider and a child care teacher were present at the time of the observation. After being reminded of the relevant regulation, the provider called her approved teacher, who was upstairs.
- The Licensing Specialist Observed Cots That Were Not Suitable for Children in Care. The Children's Feet Were Hanging Out of the Cots.13A.18.09.04A(1)
- This Regulation Was Discussed with the Provider13A.18.09.04G
This regulation was discussed with the provider. A licensing specialist observed a child over 2 years old resting in a crib and a child under 2 years old in a bouncer. The provider explained that they placed the younger child in the bouncer to help him fall asleep and then planned to move him to the
Sep 1, 20238 Findings8 Important
- Licensing Specialist Observed Worn Up Island Bar in the Child Care Area That Has a Damaged Wallpaper That Is Peeling…13A.18.05.04
Licensing Specialist observed worn up island bar in the child care area that has a damaged wallpaper that is peeling and accessible to children. There are also holes in the wallpaper.
- Licensing Specialists Observed an Unlocked Shed13A.18.05.12D
Licensing Specialists observed an unlocked shed. The wall of the entrance is damaged. In addition Licensing Specialists observed a ladder to the playground equipment that contained a nail and damaged wood.
- Licensing Specialists Were Informed by the Provider That Child Care Teacher Was Out Sick and the Other Teacher Was Out…13A.18.06.08A
Licensing Specialists were informed by the provider that child care teacher was out sick and the other teacher was out of town. A substuites was not available to maintain staff/ child ratios.
- Licensing Specialists Were Informed by the Provider That Child Care Teacher Was Out Sick and the Other Teacher Was Out…13A.18.06.09A
Licensing Specialists were informed by the provider that child care teacher was out sick and the other teacher was out of town. A substuites was not available to maintain staff/ child ratios.
- Licensing Specialists Observed Provider Alone with 7 Children, Three of Them Being Under Two Years of Age.13A.18.07.06A
- Licensing Specialists Observed One Staff Member Supervising a Mixed Group of Children Alone13A.18.08.03E
Licensing Specialists observed one staff member supervising a mixed group of children alone, three of the children being under the age of two which is higher than the allotted ratio.
- Licensing Specialists Observed Children Watching Passive Technology for 30+minutes.13A.18.09.01C(3)
- Licensing Specialists Observed Three Bottles Containing Milk on the Counter and a Prepared Lunch Brought From Home Not…13A.18.12.04A(1)
Licensing Specialists observed three bottles containing milk on the counter and a prepared lunch brought from home not stored in the refrigerator.
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