Terri Sampson
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 2023, the issues cited most often were Children's Records & Files (5), Infectious Disease Prevention & Control (5), and Building & Premises Safety (2). None of the 14 findings were critical.
See All 3 Inspection Visits
Nov 19, 20251 Finding1 Important
- LS Observe at Least Two Emergency Forms That Need to Be Updated.13A.15.03.04A(3)
Oct 22, 20245 Findings5 Important
- Licensing Specialist Did Not Observe an Emergency Form for Two Children Present Today.13A.15.03.04A(1)
- Licensing Specialist Observed Four Emergency Forms That Need Annual Updates.13A.15.03.04A(3)
- Licensing Specialist Observed a Child's Toy and Children's Bibs on the Diapering Table and Items Underneath The…13A.15.05.03E(3)
Licensing Specialist observed a child's toy and children's bibs on the diapering table and items underneath the diapering pad that need to be cleaned and stored away or disposed of. Corrected during inspection. These items were removed from the diapering table during the inspection.
- Licensing Specialist Did Not Observe the Gate Secured at the Bottom of the Steps nor Secured in Front of the Kitchen13A.15.05.04B(2)
Licensing Specialist did not observe the gate secured at the bottom of the steps nor secured in front of the kitchen. Corrected during inspection. The Provider secured both gates.
- Licensing Specialist Observed Fabuloso on the Floor in the Second Floor Bathroom and Mouthwash on the Countertop13A.15.10.02
Licensing Specialist observed Fabuloso on the floor in the second floor bathroom and mouthwash on the countertop. Corrected during inspection. The Provider made these items inaccessible to children during the inspection.
Nov 7, 20238 Findings8 Important
- Licensing Specialist Was Not Able to Observe Complete and Signed Parent Agreements in Each Child's Record.13A.15.03.03A
- Licensing Specialist Observed One Emergency Form That Needs to Be Update. Please Also Complete a Second Emergency Form.13A.15.03.04A(3)
- Licensing Specialist Did Not Observe Appropriate Evidence of Blood Lead Testing for Four Children and a Missing Health…13A.15.03.04C
Licensing Specialist did not observe appropriate evidence of blood lead testing for four children and a missing Health Inventory I for one child.
- Licensing Specialist Observed Crumbling to the Ceiling Above the Toilet in the Second Floor Bathroom.13A.15.05.01B
- Licensing Specialist Observed Cat Litter and a Cat's Litter Box at the Top of the Second Floor Steps13A.15.05.03A
Licensing Specialist observed cat litter and a cat's litter box at the top of the second floor steps. Please place these items outside the child care spaces.
- Licensing Specialist Did Not Observe Paper Towels in the Second Floor Bathroom13A.15.05.03B
Licensing Specialist did not observe paper towels in the second floor bathroom. Corrected during inspection. Provider placed paper towels in the bathroom.
- Licensing Specialist Did Not Observe Non Absorbent Paper Present as Specified as Needing to Be Used per the Posted Diapering Procedure.13A.15.05.03E(2)
- Licensing Specialist Observed Many Items Including Attendance Records, a Teddy Bear, Tablets, and Paper on Top of the Diapering Pad.13A.15.05.03E(3)