Mercy Montessori Center
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.Not Available
- 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. Structural quality reflects Ohio's state-funded pre-K program standards (stronger ratios, group sizes, and teacher requirements than the general licensing minimum), applied because this facility operates a state-funded pre-K classroom. No objective process measures (e.g., state quality rating or national accreditation) are available for this daycare. The overall rating reflects structural features only.
Quality Recognitions & Accreditations
- 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
- Public School Pre-K
- Age groups served
- Not Available
- Licensed capacity
- Not Available
- Teacher-child ratios & group sizesProgram Standard
Age Max ratio Max group Infants 1:5 12 Toddlers 1:7 14 Preschool 1:14 28 - Preschool standard from the Ohio licensed school-based preschool program; other ages show the OH licensing floor.
Teacher Credentials
- Lead teacher credential
- Bachelor's Degree
Inspection History
Across 1 inspection since 2026, the issues cited most often were Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (11) and Licensing & Administrative Compliance (3). Of 14 total findings, 2 were critical.
See the Inspection Visit
Apr 16, 202614 Findings2 Critical12 Important
- Background Check Updates5180-37:04
During the inspection and review of staff files, background checks were not updated every five years. Corrective Action Plan Due: 05/24/2026 Low Risk Non-Compliances
- Cleaning and Sanitizing Supplies5180-37:06
During the inspection, it was observed that cleaning and sanitizing supplies stored in a space that is accessible to children. Corrective Action Plan Due: 05/24/2026
- Staff/child Ratio Maintained at All Times5180-37:04
During the inspection, sufficient individuals were not physically present with children to meet staff/child ratio. Corrective Action Plan Due: 05/24/2026
- Required Background Checks5180-37:04
During the inspection and review of staff files, individuals used in ratio did not have evidence of criminal background checks that meet the requirements. Corrective Action Plan Due: 05/24/2026
- Staff Minimum Requirements5180-37:04
During the inspection and review of staff files, individuals used in ratio did not have documentation of a high school diploma or equivalent on file and available for review.
- Orientation Training5180-37:04
During the inspection and review of staff files, individuals used in ratio did not have documentation of the required orientation training prescribed by the department completed within thirty days of the start date. 04/27/2026 Page 3 of 11 hiv Department of ~ Children & Youth
- Non-guilty Non-conviction Statement5180-37:04
During the inspection and review of staff files, individuals used in ratio did not have a non-guilty non- conviction statement signed annually.
- Staff Medical Statement5180-37:04
During the inspection and review of staff files, a staff member who meets specific criteria to complete a tuberculosis test did not have the documentation on file.
- Staff Medical Statement5180-37:04
During the inspection and review of staff files, individuals used to count in ratio did not have evidence of a signed medical statement on or before the first day of employment.
- Staff with Required Health and Safety Trainings5180-37:04
During the inspection and review of staff files, at least one person onsite does not have a current age appropriate course in CPR from an approved provider.
- Staff with Required Health and Safety Trainings5180-37:04
During the inspection and review of staff files, at least one person onsite does not have a current age appropriate course in first aid from an approved provider.
- Licensed Staff In-service Requirement5180-37:04
During the inspection and review of staff files, preschool staff licensed by the department did not have evidence of ten in-service hours annually.
- Play Space Free of Hazards5180-37:05
During the inspection, it was observed that Indoor and/or outdoor play space was not free of hazards. 04/27/2026 Page 2 of 11 hiv Department of ~ Children & Youth Corrective Action Plan Due: 05/24/2026
- Electrical Fans5180-37:06
During the inspection, it was observed that electrical fans did not have protective coverings; and/or easily tipped over; and/or placed so that they are not hazardous to children. Corrective Action Plan Due: 05/24/2026