Roxelle Frans
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 Building & Premises Safety (5), Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (4), and Children's Records & Files (2). None of the 13 findings were critical.
See All 3 Inspection Visits
Apr 8, 20266 Findings6 Important
- Licensing Specialist Observed a Rusty Heater and a Rusty Shelving Unit in the Bathroom13A.15.05.01B
Licensing specialist observed a rusty heater and a rusty shelving unit in the bathroom. The provider removed the shelving unit during the inspection. Please correct this by sending a photo of a bathroom heater without rust.
- Licensing Specialist Observed a Table Placed on Its Side13A.15.05.04A(6)
Licensing specialist observed a table placed on its side, along with scattered boxes, plastic bins and plastic bags in the child care area. The provider said she spent today cleaning and organizing the space because the enrolled child was absent. Correct immediately by sending photos that show an or
- Floor Temperature in the Approved Child Care Area Was 58.5 Degrees F.13A.15.05.04A(7)
- Licensing Specialist Observed a Missing Barrier at the Bottom of the Steps13A.15.05.05A
Licensing specialist observed a missing barrier at the bottom of the steps, a chipped wood table, trampoline parts, cables, and a wheelbarrow in the provider's backyard. Correct immediately by sending this specialist photos showing a cleaned-up backyard.
- The Provider Has Not Completed 2025 Basic Health and Safety Update Training. Correct by Submitting a Certificate of Completed Training.13A.15.06.02B(1)
- Licensing Specialist Observed Mouse Traps and Cricket Traps in the Child Care Area13A.15.10.02
Licensing specialist observed mouse traps and cricket traps in the child care area. Correct this immediately by sending the specialist photos showing no traps in the child care area.
Apr 22, 20252 Findings2 Important
- The Provider Was Unable to Find the Fire/emergency Drill Log.13A.15.03.03F
- There Is One Child in Care That Is Missing the Health Inventory Part 1 and Lead Screening/testing.13A.15.03.04C
May 1, 20245 Findings5 Important
- The Releases For13A.15.02.03B(2)
The releases for, Sheila Grimes and Mabel Mentis-Smith have not been signed and dated by the person and FBI background checks have not been received by the Office of Child Care for Tracy Grimes. This information needs to be completed and submitted to the licensing specialist.
- The Physician Information Was Not Completed on the Emergency Form for the Child Enrolled.13A.15.03.04A(1)
- Currently There Is a Ladder and a Tree Being Removed From the Background with Tools13A.15.05.05A
Currently there is a ladder and a tree being removed from the background with tools. The provider will send pictures when the backyard is free of conditions that may be dangerous to children.
- The Provider Had Their Trainings Completed13A.15.06.02C(1)
The provider had their trainings completed, but had not completed a professional development plan to show the licensing specialist. A copy will be sent to the licensing specialist.
- The Provider Had Their Trainings Completed13A.15.06.02C(2)(b)
The provider had their trainings completed, but had not completed a professional development plan to show the licensing specialist. A copy will be sent to the licensing specialist.