Stacie Russell
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 3 inspections since 2024, the issues cited most often were Children's Records & Files (3), Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (3), and Building & Premises Safety (2). None of the 14 findings were critical.
See All 3 Inspection Visits
Apr 14, 20265 Findings5 Important
- The Provider Takes Attendance Using the Brightwheel App13A.15.03.03B
The Provider takes attendance using the Brightwheel app. The Provider printed out the attendance to show the LS. The LS observed that there were a few days where there was documentation that a child checked out. The Provider will email the LS a copy of her attendance documentation to correct this no
- The LS Observed That One Child Is Missing Health Inventory One P.R13A.15.03.04C
The LS observed that one child is missing health inventory one P.R. The Provider will email the LS a copy of the h1 form to correct this non-compliance. One child is missing an immunization record.: CW The Provider will email a copy to the LS to correct this non-compliance.
- The LS Observed That the Provider Needs to Put Up a Gate Between the Kitchen and the Main Room of Care13A.15.05.04A(3)
The LS observed that the Provider needs to put up a gate between the kitchen and the main room of care. The Provider will place a gate up in that entrance area and will send the Provider a picture of the gate.
- The LS Observed That the Outside Area Has Ample Space, the Children Play on the Left Side of the Home13A.15.05.05A
The LS observed that the Outside area has ample space, the children play on the left side of the home. The LS observed that there is a basketball court that needs to be removed, it is broken and poses a safety hazard.
- The Provider Needs to Add a Triangular Bandage and Fragrance Free Soap to Her First Aid Kit13A.15.10.01H(1)
The Provider needs to add a triangular bandage and fragrance free soap to her first aid kit. The Provider will send the LS a picture of these items to document the correction.
Apr 24, 20256 Findings6 Important
- The Provider Gave the LS Six Emergency Forms13A.15.03.04A(1)
The Provider gave the LS six emergency forms. The LS observed that three children need enrollment dates and hours of attendance, one student needs an authorized daily pick-up, one form needs Physician's information.
- The Provider Hired an Individual to Work in Her Program. The Provider Didn't Send in Documentation.13A.15.03.05C(1)
- The Provider Had a Person Supervising Children That OCC Wasn't Aware Of13A.15.07.07A
The Provider had a person supervising children that OCC wasn't aware of. The Provider never sent the LS documentation about hiring this individual.
- The LS Observed That This Individual Answered the Door, and Took Children to the Bathroom.13A.15.07.07C(1)(a)
- The LS Observed That an Unapproved Person Was Working with Children.13A.15.07.07C(1)(b)
- The Provider Had an Adult Supervising Children13A.15.08.01A
The Provider had an adult supervising children. The Provider never sent information to LS. The person wasn't approved to work at the Provider's program.
Apr 22, 20243 Findings3 Important
- The LS Observed That One Child Is Sharing an Emergency Form, and Three Forms Need Physician's Information.13A.15.03.04A(1)
- The LS Observed That the Provider Is Missing Some Items From Her Kit. Provider Will Send the LS Pictures of the Items.13A.15.10.01H(1)
- The LS Observed That the Parent Hasn't Signed the Med. Authorization Form; And Hasn't Given the Provider the Medication.13A.15.11.04A(1)(a)