Sherrie Parkinson
MEADE DRIVE, ANNAPOLIS, MD 21403Childery 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.Not Available
- 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. 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. No objective process measures (e.g., state quality rating or national accreditation) are available for this daycare. The overall rating reflects structural features only.
Quality Recognitions & Accreditations
- 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 4 inspections since 2023, the issues cited most often were Children's Records & Files (4), Infectious Disease Prevention & Control (2), and First Aid & Pediatric CPR (2). None of the 12 findings were critical.
See All 4 Inspection Visits
Jul 28, 20252 Findings2 Important
- Licensing Specialist Observed One Child in Care Who Did Not Have an Emergency Card, Health Assessment, or Immunization13A.15.03.02A
Licensing Specialist observed one child in care who did not have an emergency card, health assessment, or immunization. Provider to submit copies of paperwork for child to Licensing Specialist once received.
- Licensing Specialist Observed One Child Missing Health Assessment in File13A.15.03.04C
Licensing Specialist observed one child missing health assessment in file. Provider needs to submit copy to Licensing Specialist once it is obtained.
Jun 6, 20244 Findings4 Important
- Licensing Specialist Observed Smaller Bedroom Still Has Excessive Clutter. Licensing Specialist Unable to Open Bedroom Door Fully.13A.15.05.03A
- Licensing Specialist Observed Smaller Bedroom Listed on Registration Is Still Filled with an Excessive Amount of Stuff…13A.15.05.04A(3)
Licensing Specialist observed smaller bedroom listed on registration is still filled with an excessive amount of stuff that the door can not be opened and there is not enough space to enter room.
- Provider Stated That She Still Has Not Signed Up or Completed First Aid and CPR That Was Due in February 2024.13A.15.06.02D(1)
- Licensing Specialist Observed a Bucket of Cleaning Products and Personal Items on Sink at the Time of Inspection13A.15.10.02
Licensing Specialist observed a bucket of cleaning products and personal items on sink at the time of inspection. Provider removed cleaning products to another room.
May 29, 20245 Findings5 Important
- Licensing Specialist Observed Most Children's Emergency Cards Have Not Been Updated13A.15.03.04A(3)
Licensing Specialist observed most children's emergency cards have not been updated. Provider to have parents/ guardians update emergency cards and send copies to Licensing Specialist.
- Licensing Specialist Observed Nine Children Present at the Time of Inspection13A.15.04.03A
Licensing Specialist observed nine children present at the time of inspection. Provider sent one infant home at the time of inspection to correct the over capacity.
- Licensing Specialist Observed Three Children Under the Age of 2 Years at the Time of Inspection13A.15.04.03B
Licensing Specialist observed three children under the age of 2 years at the time of inspection. Provider sent one infant home at the time of inspection to correct the over capacity.
- Licensing Specialist Observed Smaller Bedroom Being Used as a Storage Space and Contains a Large Amount of Clutter13A.15.05.03A
Licensing Specialist observed smaller bedroom being used as a storage space and contains a large amount of clutter. Provider needs to clean out that room if planning to use and submit photos to Licensing Specialist or remove the room from the Registration.
- Licensing Specialist Observed Provider Did Not Renew CPR & First Aid13A.15.06.02D(1)
Licensing Specialist observed Provider did not renew CPR & First Aid. Provider to update CPR and First Aid and submit copies of cards/certificates to Licensing Specialist once it is completed.
Jul 20, 20231 Finding1 Important
- Licensing Specialist Observed Most Children Enrolled Were Missing Lead Testing Certificate Altogether or Missing Second…13A.15.03.04C
Licensing Specialist observed most children enrolled were missing Lead Testing Certificate altogether or missing second Lead Test. Licensing Specialist also observed a child who did not have a completed health inventory on file.
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