Vajira Priyanthi-Weerantunga
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.4 / 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 4 (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 4 (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 2 inspections since 2024, the issues cited most often were Parent Communication & Policies (2), Children's Records & Files (2), and Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (2). None of the 11 findings were critical.
See All 2 Inspection Visits
Feb 26, 20257 Findings7 Important
- Licensing Specialist Observed Four Children's Files That Did Not Have the Parent Agreement and Six That Did Not Have A…13A.15.03.03A
Licensing Specialist observed four children's files that did not have the parent agreement and six that did not have a signed screen time policy.
- Licensing Specialist Was Unable to Confirm That Parents Were Given the Consumer Pamphlet and Was Not Able to Observe It…13A.15.03.03E
Licensing Specialist was unable to confirm that parents were given the consumer pamphlet and was not able to observe it posted in the child care.
- Licensing Specialist Observed Four Emergency Forms That Were Not Complete.13A.15.03.04A(1)
- Licensing Specialist Reviewed Two Children's Files That Had Incomplete Health Inventories, or Were Completed on the Wrong Forms.13A.15.03.04C
- Licensing Specialist Observed Four Children Under the Age of Two in Care Without an Approved Additional Adult Present.13A.15.04.03C
- Licensing Specialist Observed Four Children Under the Age of Two with the Provider and an Additional Adult Applicant…13A.15.06.04B
Licensing Specialist observed four children under the age of two with the provider and an additional adult applicant who has not yet been cleared or approved to supervise the children.
- Licensing Specialist Observed a First Aid Kit That Did Not Contain Fragrance Free Soap.13A.15.10.01H(1)
Apr 23, 20244 Findings4 Important
- At the Time of the Inspection the Provider Had Her Sister in Law Supervising the Children13A.15.03.05C(1)
At the time of the inspection the provider had her sister in law supervising the children, the sister in law was never reported to the office and has not been approved to be around the children. Provider is reminded that all individuals must be approved by the Office of Child Care before they should
- At the Time of the Inspection Licensing Specialist Observed a Gate Behind a Wall and the Children Walking Through The…13A.15.05.04B(2)
At the time of the inspection Licensing Specialist observed a gate behind a wall and the children walking through the first floor of the home, including off limits areas. Provider installed the gate closing in the kitchen at the time of the inspection.
- Licensing Specialist Observed Three Cabinets with Child Proof Locks on Them13A.15.05.04B(3)
Licensing Specialist observed three cabinets with child proof locks on them, but not actually locking the cabinets in the kitchen. Provider is reminded that the locks must be installed properly, locking the cabinets from children.
- At the Time of the Inspection Licensing Specialist Observed the Providers Sister in Law Supervising the Children…13A.15.07.07C(1)(a)
At the time of the inspection Licensing Specialist observed the providers sister in law supervising the children outside while the provider remained inside the home. Provider is reminded that no one who is not reported to the Office of Child Care should be allowed access to the children.