Notosha Duckett
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.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
- 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 2024, the issues cited most often were Children's Records & Files (4), Emergency Preparedness & Drills (1), and First Aid & Pediatric CPR (1). None of the 6 findings were critical.
See All 2 Inspection Visits
Feb 19, 20264 Findings4 Important
- At the Time of the Full Inspection the Provider Could Not Access the Calendar for the Fire/emergency Drills13A.15.03.03F
At the time of the full inspection the provider could not access the calendar for the fire/emergency drills. For correction please submit a copy of the fire/emergency drill log.
- At the Time of the Full Inspection There Were 5 Children That Were Missing the Annual Update13A.15.03.04A(3)
At the time of the full inspection there were 5 children that were missing the annual update. For correction please have the parents update the emergency form and send a copy to the licensing specialist.
- At the Time of the Full Inspection One Child Was Missing Documentation of the Health Inventory Part 213A.15.03.04C
At the time of the full inspection one child was missing documentation of the health inventory part 2. For correction please submit a copy to the licensing specialist.
- At the Time of the Full Inspection the Provider Was Missing a Working Flashlight13A.15.10.01H(1)
At the time of the full inspection the provider was missing a working flashlight, thick gauze pad, paper towels and liquid soap in the first aid kit. For correction please send a photo of the missing supplies.
Feb 16, 20242 Findings2 Important
- During the Full Inspection 3 Children Needed an Annual Update to the Emergency Form13A.15.03.04A(3)
During the full inspection 3 children needed an annual update to the emergency form. For correction please submit a copy of the updated emergency form.
- During the Full Inspection There Were 2 Children That Were Missing Documentation of Having the Lead Blood Test Done13A.15.03.04C
During the full inspection there were 2 children that were missing documentation of having the lead blood test done. For correction please submit documentation of the completed lead blood test. One child was missing documentation of the 2nd MMR vaccine. For correction please submit the updated vacci