Sara Loyola
QUIET HOURS, COLUMBIA, MD 21045Childery Rating: 3/5
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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.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 3 inspections since 2024, the issues cited most often were Children's Records & Files (3) and First Aid & Pediatric CPR (1). None of the 4 findings were critical.
See All 3 Inspection Visits
Jun 4, 20251 Finding1 Important
- LS Reviewed Children's Files and Noted Seven Children Who Were Missing Annual Updates.13A.15.03.04A(3)
Jun 4, 20242 Findings2 Important
- During the Inspection, the LS Saw That 3 Children Were Missing Their 2 Lead Tests (AM, AB, CR) and WR (1)13A.15.03.02B
During the inspection, the LS saw that 3 children were missing their 2 lead tests (AM, AB, CR) and WR (1). Provider will notify parents and request copies of the tests.
- The LS Noticed That Three Items Were Missing From the First Aid Kit: 1 Roll of Gauze13A.15.10.01H(1)
The LS noticed that three items were missing from the first aid kit: 1 roll of gauze, disposable wash cloth, and liquid, fragrance-free soap.
Feb 22, 20241 Finding1 Important
- At the Inspection, an Emergency Form Was Missing for One Child, A.B. Provider Will Have Parent Complete Form and Send It to the OCC.13A.15.03.04A(1)
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