Susan Knight-Cogar
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.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 3 inspections since 2023, the issues cited most often were Children's Records & Files (3), Medication Administration (1), and Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (1). Of 7 total findings, 1 was critical.
See All 3 Inspection Visits
Aug 26, 20251 Finding1 Critical
- LS Observed That a Child on Medication Had an Expired Epi Pen in Care13A.15.11.04E(1)(c)
LS observed that a child on medication had an expired epi pen in care. Provider shall obtain new medication from the parent. Provider shall provide photographic evidence that the new medication has been obtained from the parent.
Jul 24, 20242 Findings2 Important
- LS Observed That More Than One Child Do Not Have Emergency Cards Updated. Provider Will Send Updated Emergency Cards to LS.13A.15.03.04A(3)
- LS Observed Provider Does Not Have Completed Professional Development Plan13A.15.06.02C(1)
LS observed provider does not have completed professional development plan. Provider will complete professional development plan and forward to LS.
Aug 17, 20234 Findings4 Important
- LS Observed Provider Does Not Have a Written Record of Each Child Enrolled in Care Each Day Attendance13A.15.03.03B
LS observed provider does not have a written record of each child enrolled in care each day attendance. Provider shall provide a letter of corrections verifying that a written copy of daily attendance shall be maintained.
- LS Observed More Than One Child That Do Not Have Emergency Form Updated13A.15.03.04A(3)
LS observed more than one child that do not have emergency form updated. Children S.D., G.D. and D.M. do not have updated emergency forms. Provider will send photographic evidence of updated emergency forms.
- LS Observed More Than on Child in Care That Do Not Have Lead Screening13A.15.03.04C
LS observed more than on child in care that do not have lead screening. Children H.R., I.K. do not have lead screening records. Provider shall obtain lead screening record from parents and forward photographic copy to LS.
- LS Observed an Uncovered Grill and Generator Tank on the Deck Leading to the Backyard Play Area13A.15.05.05A
LS observed an uncovered grill and generator tank on the deck leading to the backyard play area, LS observed an air conditioning unit that do not have a suitable barrier in the backyard play area. Provider will send photographic evidence of the grill and generator tank covered and a suitable barrier