Tricia Gajadhar
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
- 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 4 inspections since 2023, the issues cited most often were Children's Records & Files (4), Safe Sleep & SIDS Prevention (2), and Licensing & Administrative Compliance (2). Of 12 total findings, 2 were critical.
See All 4 Inspection Visits
Nov 18, 20254 Findings2 Critical2 Important
- Licensing Specialist Observed a 9 Month Old Infant Sleeping on a Thick Blanket in a Pack and Play13A.15.05.06F
Licensing specialist observed a 9 month old infant sleeping on a thick blanket in a pack and play. The infant was covered with another thick blanket. Corrected on site when the provider removed both blankets from a pack and play.
- Licensing Specialist Observed a 9 Month Old Infant Sleeping on His Stomach13A.15.10.06A(2)
Licensing specialist observed a 9 month old infant sleeping on his stomach. The provider said the infant rolled over to this position. When this specialist asked the provider if she placed the infant on his back, she stated the infant had been placed on his side. Correct by sending this specialist a
- The Provider Did Not Have Emergency Form13A.15.03.04C
The provider did not have emergency form, both health inventories, led test results, and immunization record for a 10 year old child. The provider stated this child is not enrolled and only comes when the schools are closed. Correct immediately.
- Licensing Specialist Observed the Provider's 17 Year Old Daughter Assisting a Preschool Child in the Bathroom13A.15.08.01A
Licensing specialist observed the provider's 17 year old daughter assisting a preschool child in the bathroom. Please correct by submitting a plan if action.
Sep 10, 20252 Findings2 Important
- The Provider Did Not Notify the Office That the Substitute13A.15.03.05C(2)(a)
The provider did not notify the office that the substitute, who is also a resident of the home, had pending criminal charges. The provider stated she forgot to notify the office because something like that never happened to her.
- The Provider Did Not Notify the Office That the Substitute13A.15.03.05C(2)(b)
The provider did not notify the office that the substitute, who is also a resident of the home, had pending criminal charges. The provider stated she forgot to notify the office because something like that never happened to her.
Aug 7, 20253 Findings3 Important
- One Emergency Form Was Not Updated. Corrected During Inspection - the Parent Updated an Emergency Form.13A.15.03.04A(3)
- LS Observed Missing Immunization Record for One Child. Correct Immediately.13A.15.03.04C
- LS Observed an Opening Between the Metal Fence and a Pole13A.15.05.05B
LS observed an opening between the metal fence and a pole. The fence needs to be secured to protect children from an access to a pond. Correct immediately.
Aug 3, 20233 Findings3 Important
- LS Observed No Substitute Record. Correct Immediately.13A.15.03.03C
- LS Observed No Record of Emergency Drills. Correct Immediately.13A.15.03.03F
- The Provider Did Not Have Lead Test Screening Results for One Child. Correct Immediately.13A.15.03.04C