Frederick Country Day 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.5 / 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.5 / 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 5 out of 5 stars overall. Process quality reflects a Maryland EXCELS rating of Level 5 (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 5 (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
- 128
- 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 2024, the issues cited most often were Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (4), Children's Records & Files (1), and Emergency Preparedness & Drills (1). None of the 9 findings were critical.
See All 3 Inspection Visits
May 5, 20252 Findings2 Important
- At the Time of This Inspection the Facility Has 1 Preschool Staff Member Who Is Missing 3hrs of Continued Training That…13A.16.06.09C
At the time of this inspection the facility has 1 preschool staff member who is missing 3hrs of continued training that was to be completed no later than 02/28/25. The Facility is to ensure that this training is completed and submit evidence to the LS with completed professional development plan and
- At the Time of This Inspection the Facility Is Missing the 3hr Basic Health and Safety Training for One Aide Who Was…13A.16.06.12B(3)
At the time of this inspection the facility is missing the 3hr Basic Health and Safety training for one aide who was due 09.26.24. The facility does have evidence of this training scheduled for 05.21.24.
May 29, 20245 Findings5 Important
- At the Time of This Inspection the Facility Was Missing Emergency Contact Information on One Emergency Card.13A.16.03.04C
- At the Time of This Inspection the Facility Is Missing 1.5 Hrs of Continued Training for 1 Aide Qualified Staff Member13A.16.06.12B(1)
At the time of this inspection the facility is missing 1.5 hrs of continued training for 1 aide qualified staff member. The facility is to have the staff member complete the missing training and submit evidence to the LS.
- At the Time of This Inspection the Facility Has 1 Staff Members Who Has Not Completed the Required 3hr Aide Orientation…13A.16.06.12C
At the time of this inspection the facility has 1 staff members who has not completed the required 3hr aide orientation training per regulations. The facility is to have this staff members complete this required training and submit evidence to the LS.
- At the Time of This Inspection the Facility Had Record of Completing 1 Disaster Drill for 202313A.16.10.01A(3)(c)
At the time of this inspection the facility had record of completing 1 disaster drill for 2023. The facility was reminded that disaster drills should be conducted at least 2 times per year. The facility is to submit a plan as to how they will ensure that 2 disaster drills are conducted each year.
- At the Time of This Inspection the Facility Has a Nebulizer Machine with Vials of Medication13A.16.11.04A(1)(a)
At the time of this inspection the facility has a nebulizer machine with vials of medication. The facility does not have completed forms nor the prescription box for the vials of medication. The facility stated the mom comes to administer the medication. However, there are no written records of this
Feb 2, 20242 Findings2 Important
- The Facility Failed to Notify Child Protective Services Immediately When This Incident Occurred13A.16.07.02A(2)
The facility failed to notify child protective services immediately when this incident occurred. The LS had to request the facility notify the other agency. The facility is to submit a action plan as to how they will ensure this does not happen again.
- The Facility Failed to Ensure Each Child Is Safe and Secure at All Times When They Left a Child on the Playground13A.16.07.06A
The facility failed to ensure each child is safe and secure at all times when they left a child on the playground. The facility is to submit a action plan as to how they will ensure this does not happen again.