Nichelle Curtis
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
- 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 3 inspections since 2024, the issues cited most often were Building & Premises Safety (5), Children's Records & Files (3), and Licensing & Administrative Compliance (1). None of the 14 findings were critical.
See All 3 Inspection Visits
Mar 23, 202611 Findings11 Important
- The LS Observed That the Provider Needed Her Licenses Number Added to Her Sign13A.15.03.01B
The LS observed that the Provider needed her licenses number added to her sign. The Provider's daughter added the number to the sign correcting this non-compliance on site.
- The Provider Has a Handbook, However All the Files Don't Have Documentation That They Received the Handbook.13A.15.03.03A
- The LS Observed That the Provider's Emergency Forms Needed Information Added: CB, U, S, AA, SM, KC.13A.15.03.04A(3)
- The Provider Needs to Add Physician's Info13A.15.03.04C
The Provider needs to add Physician's info. to SM's emergency form, enrollment dates and hours of attendance to C.B. AA, and K.C. The following children need lead testing: C.B, AA, SM, KC.
- The LS Observed That There Is Another Room in the Basement That the Provider Was Using for Diapering and Nap13A.15.05.04A(1)
The LS observed that there is another room in the basement that the Provider was using for diapering and nap. The LS had the Provider remove child care items and this room will be added and restricted to the Provider's licenses.
- The LS Observed That There Is No Gate at the Provider's Stairs. She Has a Protective Barrier Between the Foyer and Restricted Rooms.13A.15.05.04B(2)
- The LS Observed That Under the Provider's Sink Is Locked Using a Rubber Band Type Band13A.15.05.04B(3)
The LS observed that under the Provider's sink is locked using a rubber band type band. The LS advised the Provider to get the correct type of child-proofed lock and place it under the sink. The Provider will send the LS a picture of the correction.
- The LS Observed That Some of the Toys, Had Standing Water. The Provider's Daughter Poured It Out to Correct This Non-compliance.13A.15.05.05B
- The Provider Has an Emergency Plan13A.15.10.01A(1)
The Provider has an emergency plan. She needs to review it and complete. To correct this non-compliance the Provider needs to email the LS a completed copy of the emergency preparedness plan.
- The Provider Needs to Add a Triangular Bandage, Whistle, and Fragrance Free Soap.13A.15.10.01H(1)
- The LS Observed That There Was a Razor Laying on the Shower Floor of the Bathroom the Children Use13A.15.10.02
The LS observed that there was a razor laying on the shower floor of the bathroom the children use. The Provider removed the razor out of reach, correcting this non-compliance on site.
Mar 14, 20251 Finding1 Important
- LS Did Not Observe Continued Training.13A.15.06.02B(3)
Mar 13, 20242 Findings2 Important
- The LS Observed That Siblings Shared an Emergency Form13A.15.03.04A(1)
The LS observed that siblings shared an emergency form, the provider will have the parent complete a separate form and will email the LS the correction.
- The LS Observed That the Sliding Board Is Broken There Is a Nail Sticking Up and a Nail Missing13A.15.05.05A
The LS observed that the sliding board is broken there is a nail sticking up and a nail missing. The provider will fix this as soon as possible and will send pictures to the LS.