Regina Smith
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 2023, the issues cited most often were Infectious Disease Prevention & Control (3), Emergency Preparedness & Drills (3), and Hazardous Materials Handling (2). Of 14 total findings, 2 were critical.
See All 3 Inspection Visits
May 28, 20257 Findings1 Critical6 Important
- Bathroom Had Potentially Hazardous Items on the Top Shelf Near Tolilet in Reach of Children13A.15.10.02
bathroom had potentially hazardous items on the top shelf near tolilet in reach of children. Kitchen cabinet had bleach underneath, counter had cleaner on top in reach of children.
- During Inspection Areas of the Childcare Area Have Excessive Clutter13A.15.05.03A
- During Inspection Provider Has Excessive Amount of Toys, Activities and Furnishings That Can Cause Hazards.13A.15.05.04A(3)
- Provider Couldn't Show LS Napping Equipment for Children 12 Mos and Older.13A.15.05.06C(2)
- Was Not Found During Time of Inspection13A.15.10.01A(1)
- Emergency and Disaster Plan Was Not Practiced.13A.15.10.01A(3)
- Was Not Found During Time of Inspeciton13A.15.10.01A(4)
Apr 26, 20244 Findings1 Critical3 Important
- LS Observed Cleaning Agents Within Reach of the Children in the Bathroom.13A.15.10.02
- LS Observed Emergency Cards for Enrolled Children. Provider Could Not Produce Emergency Card for One Enrolled Child.13A.15.03.04A(1)
- LS Observed Bathroom Area. The Floor of the Bathroom Was Sticky When LS Stepped on It.13A.15.05.03A
- Bathroom Did Not Have Paper Towels.13A.15.05.03B
Jul 13, 20233 Findings3 Important
- Provider Did Not Have Attendance Records for the Two Children Enrolled.13A.15.03.03B
- BC Is Missing Health Inventory 2 Form and KC Is Missing Emergency Contact Update and Health Inventory 1.13A.15.03.04C
- Provider Did Not Present Continued Trainings to LS.13A.15.06.02B(3)