Wendi Watkins
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
2 Inspection Visits Since 2023 · 6 Findings
Most recent: Sep 11, 2025⤓ Download Inspection History Report (PDF)
6 Important
Across 2 inspections since 2023, the issues cited most often were Building & Premises Safety (2), Parent Communication & Policies (1), and Children's Records & Files (1). None of the 6 findings were critical.
See All 2 Inspection Visits
Sep 11, 20255 Findings5 Important
- LS Did Not Observe a Contract for a Child Enrolled.13A.15.03.03A
- LS Observed a Children Missing Health Inventory Part 2, Lead, Shots, Contract and Emergency Form.13A.15.03.04C
- LS Did Not Observe Paper Towels in the Bathroom. Provider Placed Paper Towels in the Bathroom During the Inspection.13A.15.05.03B
- LS Observed the Gate/ladder Missing That Blocks the Side of the Yard Where the Fence Is Broken. LS Observe Back Side of Fence Falling In.13A.15.05.05B
- LS Observed a Plastic Bag and Nails in the Child Care Area. Provider Removed Items Onsite.13A.15.10.02
Sep 21, 20231 Finding1 Important
- LS Observed Broken Fence Under Deck Area. LS Observed a Gardening Tool in Outdoor Area.13A.15.05.05A