Sweet Potato Kids @ Featherbed Lane Elementary
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.4 / 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.3 / 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 4 out of 5 stars overall. Process quality reflects a Maryland EXCELS rating of Level 3 (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 3 (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
- Child Care Center
- Age groups served
- School-Age
- Licensed capacity
- 30
- Teacher-child ratios & group sizesState Minimum Displayed
Age Max ratio Max group Infants 1:3 6 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 Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (6), Children's Records & Files (2), and Emergency Preparedness & Drills (1). None of the 11 findings were critical.
See All 3 Inspection Visits
May 20, 20265 Findings5 Important
- LS Asked the Director for an Updated Personnel List and Director Could Not Give One to LS.13A.16.03.05A
- LS Observed That the Director Needed to Update Her CBC Prints and Medical13A.16.03.05C
LS observed that the director needed to update her CBC prints and medical. Ebony Esema needs to complete an orientation form. Donna Dean a professional development form completed. Michele Hall Davis needs training hours, medical and updated release of information form.
- LS Observed That One Employee Needed Orientation Form Completed in Their File.13A.16.06.02
- LS Observed That Two Employees Did Not Have Updated Medicals.13A.16.06.04A(4)
- LS Observed That One Teacher Did Not Have Her Completed Training Hours (Michelle Hall Davis).13A.16.06.10C(1)
May 30, 20245 Findings5 Important
- LS Observed Several EF Missing Signature and Date13A.16.03.04C
LS observed several EF missing signature and date, authorized pick up person, emergency contact, doctors name/info, and parent signature and date. Program is to review all EF and have parents complete missing information as required. Program is to send documentation of correction to OCC ASAP.
- LS Observed Several Children Missing a Completed Health Inventory13A.16.03.04D(3)
LS observed several children missing a completed health inventory, some are missing the entire HI and some are missing pg 2. Program is to review all child records and have parents submit the full health inventories as required. Program is to send documentation of correction to OCC ASAP.
- LS Observed That a Staff Member Is No Longer Employed as of 5.17.24 but OCC Was Not Made Aware13A.16.03.06A(2)
LS observed that a staff member is no longer employed as of 5.17.24 but OCC was not made aware. The owner/director provided the LS with the delete form on site. Program is reminded that per regulation within 5 days of removing staff, OCC must be made aware.
- LS Observed an Emergency Disaster Plan That Hasn't Been Updated Since 202213A.16.10.01A(3)(d)
LS observed an emergency disaster plan that hasn't been updated since 2022. Program is to review and update the plan as required. Program is to send proof of correction to OCC ASAP.
- LS Observed a MA Form with Doctor's Permission but Not Signed by the Parent. Program Is to Send Documentation of Correction to OCC ASAP.13A.16.11.04A(1)(a)
Mar 5, 20241 Finding1 Important
- A Staff Member Has a CBC Alert13A.16.03.06E(1)
A staff member has a CBC alert. The director and operator did not notify OCC of the pending charge. Program is to send documentation of correction to OCC ASAP.