Shirley Roberson
WESTHILLS ROAD, BALTIMORE, MD 21229Childery 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 2023, the issues cited most often were Children's Records & Files (6), Building & Premises Safety (3), and Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (2). Of 14 total findings, 2 were critical.
See All 3 Inspection Visits
Jul 22, 20253 Findings3 Important
- One Child Was Missing Page 1 of the Health Inventory.13A.15.03.02A
- One Child's Emergency Form Had Not Been Updated.13A.15.03.04A(3)
- A Thermometer Is Needed for the Basement Refrigerator13A.15.12.02B
Jul 23, 20244 Findings1 Critical3 Important
- Licensing Specialist Observed a Bottle of Clorox Bleach Behind the Bathroom Door on the Floor13A.15.10.02
Licensing Specialist observed a bottle of Clorox bleach behind the bathroom door on the floor, and Lysol spray and sunscreen accessible to children in an unlocked cabinet.
- Licensing Specialist Did Not Observe the Physicians Information Completed for One Emergency Form and One Emergency Form…13A.15.03.04A(1)
Licensing Specialist did not observe the physicians information completed for one Emergency form and one Emergency form missing for a child temporarily enrolled in care.
- Licensing Specialist Observed Fencing in Disrepair Next to the Deck Steps and the Bottom Step Not Attached to the Deck…13A.15.05.05A
Licensing Specialist observed fencing in disrepair next to the deck steps and the bottom step not attached to the deck steps. This wooden step not connected has some nails sticking out.
- Licensing Specialist Was Not Able to Observe 12 Hours of Continued Training Completed for the Provider Between…13A.15.06.02B(3)
Licensing Specialist was not able to observe 12 hours of continued training completed for the Provider between September 1, 2022 and August 31, 2023.
Jul 27, 20237 Findings1 Critical6 Important
- Upon Arrival of Inspection13A.15.07.07C(1)(a)
Upon arrival of inspection, the Substitute's daughter who is being added as a Substitute was alone with and supervising children. Corrected during the inspection. The Substitute came down to the basement within two minutes and stated that she is experiencing a migraine. The Provider was at a doctors
- LS Did Not Observe Health Inventories nor Immunizations in Four Children's Records.13A.15.03.02A
- Licensing Specialist Did Not Observe Fire Drills nor Disaster Drills Completed.13A.15.03.03F
- Licensing Specialist Did Not Observe Complete Emergency Forms for Five Enrolled Children.13A.15.03.04A(1)
- Licensing Specialist Did Not Observe the Following for Five Enrolled Children: Complete Emergency Forms; Health…13A.15.03.04C
Licensing Specialist did not observe the following for five enrolled children: complete Emergency forms; Health Inventory I and IIs; immunizations, nor evidence of blood lead testing.
- The Gate at the Bottom of the Steps Was Not Secured Upon Arrival of Inspection13A.15.05.04B(2)
The gate at the bottom of the steps was not secured upon arrival of inspection. Corrected during inspection. The gate was secured by the Substitute.
- Licensing Specialist Observed a Plastic Slide with a Large Crack Across It and a Small Trampoline with a Handle Bar In…13A.15.05.05A
Licensing Specialist observed a plastic slide with a large crack across it and a small trampoline with a handle bar in the outdoor play area.
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