Saima Amin
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 2 inspections since 2023, the issues cited most often were Children's Records & Files (3). None of the 3 findings were critical.
See All 2 Inspection Visits
Jun 18, 20242 Findings2 Important
- LS Did Not Observe Evidence of Lead Testing for the Two Children Enrolled in Care13A.15.03.02B
LS did not observe evidence of lead testing for the two children enrolled in care. Provider must immediately submit evidence of a lead test or an appointment to obtain one from a Health Care Provider.
- LS Did Not Observe the Daily Pick Up Person(s) for One Child13A.15.03.04A(1)
LS did not observe the daily pick up person(s) for one child. Provider must have the parent indicate on the form who will pick the child up daily and return the corrected form to the office.
Aug 4, 20231 Finding1 Important
- LS Observed Two Forms That Need Annual Updates by the Parent13A.15.03.04A(3)
LS observed two forms that need annual updates by the parent. LS observed one form that needs daily pick up information completed. Provider will have parents complete emergency forms and send copies to the OCC.