Robin's Nest
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
3 Inspection Visits Since 2024 · 7 Findings
Most recent: May 4, 2026⤓ Download Inspection History Report (PDF)
7 Important
Across 3 inspections since 2024, the issues cited most often were Children's Records & Files (4) and Emergency Preparedness & Drills (3). None of the 7 findings were critical.
See All 3 Inspection Visits
May 4, 20263 Findings3 Important
- Review All Enrolled Children Emergency Cards for Updated Signature and Dates13A.15.03.04A(3)
- Provider Must Complete Monthly Fire Drills and Disaster Drills 2x a Year and Keep a Recorded Log.13A.15.10.01A(3)
- Written Emergency Plans Shall Be Updated Yearly13A.15.10.01A(4)
Mar 24, 20252 Findings2 Important
- Review All Emergency Forms for Updated Signatures and Dates From Parents.13A.15.03.04A(3)
- Provider Informed the LS Monthly Fire Drills and Disaster Drill Were Not Practice13A.15.10.01A(3)
Apr 25, 20242 Findings2 Important
- Review All Enrolled Children Emergency Cards for Updated Signatures and Dates.13A.15.03.04A(3)
- Review All Enrolled Children Health Files for Completed Documents13A.15.03.04C