Global Montessori Academy
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.2 / 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.4 / 5
Why this rating
This daycare earned 2 out of 5 stars overall. Process quality reflects an NC 5-Star Rated License rating of Level 1 (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 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
- Child Care Center
- Age groups served
- Infants, Toddlers, Preschool, School-Age
- Licensed capacity
- Not Available
- Teacher-child ratios & group sizesState Minimum Displayed
Age Max ratio Max group Infants 1:5 10 Toddlers 1:6 12 Preschool 1:20 25
Teacher Credentials
- Lead teacher credentialState Minimum Displayed
- High School Diploma
Inspection History
Across 3 inspections since 2024, the issues cited most often were Building & Premises Safety (2), Infectious Disease Prevention & Control (1), and Food Safety & Allergic Reactions (1). None of the 5 findings were critical.
See All 3 Inspection Visits
May 5, 20261 Finding1 Important
- The Depth of the Loose Surfacing Was Not Based on Critical Height of the Equipment.
On the young and older playground the depth of the mulch was less than 1 inch around the structures fall zones. Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 5/18/2026
Dec 10, 20251 Finding1 Important
- Operator Has Not Scheduled and Obtained a Fire Inspection Within 12 Months of the Previous Inspection.
Operator did not submit the original approved report to DCDEE within one week of the inspection visit on a form provided by the Division. A current fire inspection was not documented
Dec 11, 20243 Findings3 Important
- Each Child's Diapers Were Not Changed at Areas Designated Exclusively for Diapering, on a Surface That Was Smooth, Nonabsorbent, Easily Cleanable and of Tight…
construction. In space #4 a nonabsorbent pad/surface was not provide when changing diapers using the stand-up method during to
- Refrigerator(s) Did Not Maintain a Temperature of 45 Degrees F. or Below.
The refrigerator in space #2 was higher than 45 degrees F. during today's visit. Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 12/17/2024
- Fire Drills Were Not Practiced Monthly And/or the Drill Record Was Incomplete.
A current fire drill was not documented and available for review during today's visit. The last drill was conducted on October 21, 2024. Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 12/