Ruth Olatunji
CLAY BRIDGE COURT, HANOVER, MD 21076Childery Rating: 5/5
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Quality Indicators
See Methodology →- Overall QualityCombines daily care quality (interactions, learning, environment) with structural features like staff-to-child ratios and teacher qualifications.5 / 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.5 / 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 5 out of 5 stars overall. Process quality reflects a Maryland EXCELS rating of Level 5 (out of 5) and NAFCC accreditation. 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 5 (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)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 1 inspection since 2025, the issues cited most often were Children's Records & Files (4), Staff-to-Child Ratios & Group Size (2), and Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (1). None of the 7 findings were critical.
See the Inspection Visit
Aug 7, 20257 Findings7 Important
- LS Observed That the Provider Does Not Have an Emergency Form for One of the Children That Was Present in Care at The…13A.15.03.04A(1)
LS observed that the provider does not have an emergency form for one of the children that was present in care at the time of inspection. Provider shall send photographic evidence that she has obtained the emergency form from the parent.
- LS Observed That the Provider Does Not Have an Emergency Form for One of the Children That Was Present in Care at The…13A.15.03.04A(2)
LS observed that the provider does not have an emergency form for one of the children that was present in care at the time of inspection. Provider shall send photographic evidence that she has obtained the emergency form from the parent.
- LS Observed That the Provider Does Not Have an Emergency Form for One of the Children That Was Present in Care at The…13A.15.03.04A(3)
LS observed that the provider does not have an emergency form for one of the children that was present in care at the time of inspection. Provider shall send photographic evidence that she has obtained the emergency form from the parent.
- LS Observed That the Provider Did Not Have a File for a Child Who Was Present During the Inspection13A.15.03.04C
LS observed that the provider did not have a file for a child who was present during the inspection. Required documentation, including Health Assessments (Parts 1 and 2), Immunization Record, and Lead Screening, was missing for child D.G. The provider must obtain all required documents in accordance
- LS Observed 11 Children in Care During the Inspection13A.15.04.03A
LS observed 11 children in care during the inspection. The provider will submit a letter of correction. LS informed the provider that she must reduce enrollment to meet the approved capacity and provide written verification of disenrollment.
- LS Observed 11 Children in Care During the Inspection13A.15.04.03D
LS observed 11 children in care during the inspection. The provider will submit a letter of correction. LS informed the provider that she must reduce enrollment to meet the approved capacity and provide written verification of disenrollment.
- LS Observed a Total of 11 Children in Care During the Inspection, Which Is Over Capacity.13A.15.07.07A
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