Tiffany Lemmon
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 Building & Premises Safety (3), Children's Records & Files (2), and Hazardous Materials Handling (2). None of the 13 findings were critical.
See All 3 Inspection Visits
Aug 29, 20254 Findings4 Important
- There Was a Child Present That Did Not Have the Necessary Enrollment Paperwork.13A.15.03.02A
- The Additional Adult Was Present Who Is Also a Substitute for the Home13A.15.04.03C
The additional adult was present who is also a substitute for the home. The provider or an additional substitute was not present while 4 children under two were in care.
- There Were Four Children Under the Age of 2 in the Home with One Cleared Adult Present.13A.15.07.07A
- A Child Was Observed Watching Passive Technology While Eating.13A.15.09.01B(5)
Aug 27, 20241 Finding1 Important
- Licensing Specialist Observed a Small Amount of Alcohol in a Bottle Near the Television in the Basement13A.15.10.02
Licensing Specialist observed a small amount of alcohol in a bottle near the television in the basement. Provider is reminded to ensure all potentially hazardous items are kept inaccessible to children since the basement is approved for bathroom use. Corrected during inspection. The bottle was locke
Aug 15, 20238 Findings8 Important
- Licensing Specialist Observed Four Child Records Missing Appropriate Evidence of Blood Lead Testing, Four Records…13A.15.03.04C
Licensing Specialist observed four child records missing appropriate evidence of blood lead testing, four records missing complete Health Inventory IIs, and one record missing a complete Health Inventory I.
- Licensing Specialist Observed Discoloration to Paint on Walls in the Dining Room.13A.15.05.01B
- Licensing Specialist Did Not Observe a Gate Secured at the Bottom of the Second Floor Steps13A.15.05.04B(2)
Licensing Specialist did not observe a gate secured at the bottom of the second floor steps, at the top of the basement steps, nor where the dining room meets the kitchen which is off limits.
- Licensing Specialist Observed Two Red Gasoline Canisters in the Outdoor Play Area.13A.15.05.05A
- Licensing Specialist Observed a Child Under the Age of 12 Months Asleep in a Rocker13A.15.05.06H
Licensing Specialist observed a child under the age of 12 months asleep in a rocker. Corrected during inspection. The Additional Adult placed the child in their crib during the inspection.
- Licensing Specialist Did Not Observe Disaster Drills Completed Within the Past Two Years13A.15.10.01A(3)
Licensing Specialist did not observe disaster drills completed within the past two years. Provider must send LS a statement demonstrating their understanding that disaster drills will be done and recorded twice a year.
- Licensing Specialist Did Not Observe the Emergency and Disaster Plan Updated Annually13A.15.10.01A(4)
Licensing Specialist did not observe the Emergency and Disaster Plan updated annually. Corrected during inspection. Provider updated the plan during the inspection.
- Licensing Specialist Observed Alcohol in the Refrigerator in the Dining Room and Alcohol in the Basement Which Is Now…13A.15.10.02
Licensing Specialist observed alcohol in the refrigerator in the dining room and alcohol in the basement which is now approved for bathroom use by the Fire department. Corrected during inspection. Provider removed all alcohol and placed it outside the child care spaces.