Greater 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.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
- Child Care Center
- Age groups served
- Infants, Toddlers, Preschool, School-Age
- Licensed capacity
- 105
- Teacher-child ratios & group sizesState Minimum Displayed
Age Max ratio Max group Infants 1:3 6 Toddlers 1:3 9 Preschool 1:10 20
Teacher Credentials
- Lead teacher credentialState Minimum Displayed
- High School Diploma
Inspection History
Across 2 inspections since 2024, the issues cited most often were Children's Records & Files (2), Hazardous Materials Handling (1), and Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (1). Of 4 total findings, 1 was critical.
See All 2 Inspection Visits
Dec 1, 20251 Finding1 Important
- LS Observed Cleaning Supplies Under a Bathroom Sink. Corrected at the Time of Inspection.13A.16.10.04A
Oct 25, 20243 Findings1 Critical2 Important
- LS Did Not Observe Evidence of Criminal Background Check Results for All Staff13A.16.03.05C
LS did not observe evidence of criminal background check results for all staff. LS did not observe updated criminal background results for two staff. LS did not observe updated medical reports for 1 staff person. LS was informed that the criminal background check results are maintained by the owner
- LS Did Not Observe All of the Required Information on Each Child's Emergency Form13A.16.03.04C
LS did not observe all of the required information on each child's emergency form. Facility must submit evidence of corrected forms immediately.
- LS Did Not Observe Evidence of Lead Testing for Each Child Born After January 15, 201513A.16.03.04E
LS did not observe evidence of lead testing for each child born after January 15, 2015. Facility must immediately submit evidence of lead testing or an appointment to obtain a lead test from a health care provider.