Lifespan Montessori of Athens
570 RESEARCH DRIVE, ATHENS, GA 30605Childery Rating: 3/5
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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.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.3 / 5
Why this rating
This daycare earned 3 out of 5 stars overall. Process quality reflects a Quality Rated rating of Level 2 (out of 3). Structural quality reflects Georgia's licensing baseline. Georgia caps infant ratios at 1:6, toddler ratios at 1:8, and preschool ratios at 1:18. Lead teachers must hold a Child Development Associate (CDA). Teachers must complete 10 hours of annual training.
Quality Recognitions & Accreditations
- State Quality Rating
- Quality Rated Level 2 (Max 3) 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
- Licensed capacity
- 138
- Teacher-child ratios & group sizesState Minimum Displayed
Age Max ratio Max group Infants 1:6 12 Toddlers 1:8 16 Preschool 1:18 36
Teacher Credentials
- Lead teacher credentialState Minimum Displayed
- Child Development Associate (CDA)
Inspection History
Across 2 inspections since 2024, the issues cited most often were First Aid & Pediatric CPR (2), Hazardous Materials Handling (1), and Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (1). None of the 5 findings were critical.
See All 2 Inspection Visits
Dec 12, 20253 Findings3 Important
- Georgia Department of Early Care and Learning Revision Date: 12/12/2025 2:51:57 PM Page 4 of 6 Finding Previously…591-1-1-.14
Georgia Department of Early Care and Learning Revision Date: 12/12/2025 2:51:57 PM Page 4 of 6 Finding Previously Cited: 591-1-1-.14(2) requires a Staff member who is trained in CPR and first aid to be on the premises and on any field trip whenever any child is present. In addition, Staff who provide direct care to children must satisfactorily obtain certification in first aid and CPR by December
- The Center Appeared Clean and Well Maintained on This Date591-1-1-.25
The Center appeared clean and well maintained on this date. Finding 591-1-1-.25(13) requires that potentially hazardous equipment, materials and supplies be stored in a locked area inaccessible to children. It was determined based on observation that the following hazards were present during the visit: -adult scissors on a shelf in classroom 1R, -wipes and plastic bags accessible to children in th
- 591-1-1-.33(3) Requires Each Staff Member with Direct Care Responsibilities to Complete Health and Safety Orientation…591-1-1-.33
591-1-1-.33(3) requires each Staff member with direct care responsibilities to complete health and safety orientation training within the first 90 days of employment. The state-approved training hours obtained will count toward required first year training hours. The training must address the following health and safety topics: prevention and control of infectious diseases (including immunizations
Nov 25, 20242 Findings2 Important
- 591-1-1-.10(6) Requires Center Staff to Keep Any Items Which Might Harm a Child Out of a Child's Reach591-1-1-.10
591-1-1-.10(6) requires Center Staff to keep any items which might harm a child out of a child's reach. It was determined based on observation in the Infant classroom, there were plastic gloves and cleaner within child's reach on the diapering station. Georgia Department of Early Care and Learning Revision Date: 11/25/2024 2:10:50 PM Page 1 of 3
- 591-1-1-.14(2) Requires a Staff Member Who Is Trained in CPR and First Aid to Be on the Premises and on Any Field Trip…591-1-1-.14
591-1-1-.14(2) requires a Staff member who is trained in CPR and first aid to be on the premises and on any field trip whenever any child is present. In addition, Staff who provide direct care to children must satisfactorily obtain certification in first aid and CPR by December 29, 2016 if employed prior to September 30, 2016 and within 90 days of their hire date if employed after September 30, 20
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