Freedom 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.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.2 / 5
Why this rating
This daycare earned 4 out of 5 stars overall. Process quality reflects a ABC Quality rating of A. Structural quality reflects South Carolina's licensing baseline. South Carolina caps infant ratios at 1:5, toddler ratios at 1:6, and preschool ratios at 1:17. Lead teachers must hold a High School Diploma. Teachers must complete 15 hours of annual training.
Quality Recognitions & Accreditations
- State Quality Rating
- ABC Quality A (4 out of 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
- Not Available
- Licensed capacity
- 79
- Teacher-child ratios & group sizesState Minimum Displayed
Age Max ratio Max group Infants 1:5 Not Regulated Toddlers 1:6 Not Regulated Preschool 1:17 Not Regulated
Teacher Credentials
- Lead teacher credentialState Minimum Displayed
- High School Diploma
Inspection History
Across 1 inspection since 2025, the issues cited most often were Staff-to-Child Ratios & Group Size (2) and Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (1). None of the 3 findings were critical.
See the Inspection Visit
Aug 13, 20253 Findings3 Important
- 3 New Staff Working Without Background Checks114-503 F(1-4)
3 new staff were working without background checks, education verification and medical clearances. Staff must have all required paperwork before they can work. [SAFETY: pre-employment background check failure] [Pre-hire screening gap.]
- Tracking Inaccurate in 2 Classrooms114-504 A(3)
Tracking was inaccurate in 2 classrooms. Tracking training is required. Referral has been made to CC-R&R.
- Class Out of Ratio Due to Unauthorized Staff114-504 B(1)
Due to a staff not having required paperwork and therefore not being able to be counted in the ratios, one class was out of ratio. Ratios must be maintained with authorized caregivers at all times. [SAFETY: out-of-ratio due to unauthorized caregiver] [Pre-hire screening gap.]