Charlotte Montessori School
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.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.3 / 5
Why this rating
This daycare earned 3 out of 5 stars overall. Process quality reflects an NC 5-Star Rated License rating of Level 3 (out of 5). Structural quality reflects North Carolina's licensing baseline. North Carolina caps infant ratios at 1:5, toddler ratios at 1:6, and preschool ratios at 1:20. Lead teachers must hold a High School Diploma. Teachers must complete 20 hours of annual training.
Quality Recognitions & Accreditations
- State Quality Rating
- NC 5-Star Rated License 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
- Child Care Center
- Age groups served
- Toddlers, Preschool, School-Age
- Licensed capacity
- Not Available
- Teacher-child ratios & group sizesState Minimum Displayed
Age Max ratio Max group Toddlers 1:6 12 Preschool 1:20 25
Teacher Credentials
- Lead teacher credentialState Minimum Displayed
- High School Diploma
Inspection History
Across 4 inspections since 2024, the issues cited most often were Hazardous Materials Handling (1), Building & Premises Safety (1), and Licensing & Administrative Compliance (1). None of the 5 findings were critical.
See All 4 Inspection Visits
May 6, 20261 Finding1 Important
- All Corrosive Agents, Pesticides, Bleaches, Detergents, Cleansers, Polishes, Any Product Which Is Under Pressure in an Aerosol Dispenser, and Any Substance…
which may be hazardous to a child if ingested, inhaled, or handled were not stored in a locked room or cabinet. The kitchen was u
Sep 11, 20251 Finding1 Important
- A Safe Indoor and Outdoor Environment Was Not Provided for the Children.
A container of Benadryl was not stored behind lock and key. Violation corrected during visit
✓ Corrected at visit
Jun 3, 20251 Finding1 Important
- Prescribed Medicine Was Not in Original Labeled Container or Accompanied by Signed and Dated Written Instructions From Prescribing Physician or Health Care…
professional. The prescription label was not attached to a child's albuterol in Space 4. Violation confirmed corrected by letter
Sep 18, 20242 Findings2 Important
- Potential Biocontaminants Were Not Stored Properly (Locked Storage, Removed From Premises, Inaccessible to Children, or Covered Plastic Lined Receptacle).
Soiled diapers and pull-ups were observed in a trashcan with no lid in Space 3. Violation corrected during visit
✓ Corrected at visit
- A Violation Was Found for Which There Is No Item Number. 15A NCAC 18A .2806(d) FOOD STORAGE AND PROTECTION (D) Bulk Food Stored in a Refrigerator Shall Be…
stored at 45 degrees Fahrenheit or below and stored in the child care center's kitchen or in an approved food preparation area equ