Ronda Ecker
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 3 inspections since 2024, the issues cited most often were Children's Records & Files (2), Safe Sleep & SIDS Prevention (1), and Staff-to-Child Ratios & Group Size (1). None of the 4 findings were critical.
See All 3 Inspection Visits
Mar 5, 20261 Finding1 Important
- At the Time of Inspection, Four Children Were Missing Evidence of Age-appropriate Lead Testing13A.15.03.04C
At the time of inspection, four children were missing evidence of age-appropriate lead testing. LS asked the provider to submit proof of age-appropriate lead testing for all children.
Mar 17, 20252 Findings2 Important
- At the Time of Inspection, the Provider Had Two Children Who Are Currently Two Years Old Resting in Pack and Plays13A.15.05.06C(2)
At the time of inspection, the provider had two children who are currently two years old resting in pack and plays. LS requested that the provider move the children onto a bed, cot, mat, or sleeping bag, and submit a statement of correction to LS.
- At the Time of Inspection, a Child Under the Age of Two Was Napping on a Different Level of the Home13A.15.08.01D(2)(a)
At the time of inspection, a child under the age of two was napping on a different level of the home. The provider had a video and sound monitor to supervise the child. LS discussed with the provider that only children 2 and older may nap on a different level than the provider. LS requested that
Mar 6, 20241 Finding1 Important
- At the Time of Inspection, There Was No Evidence of Lead Testing for One Four Year Old Child in Care13A.15.03.04C
At the time of inspection, there was no evidence of lead testing for one four year old child in care. Provider to submit evidence of lead testing for this child to LS.