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.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.2 / 5
Why this rating
This daycare earned 2 out of 5 stars overall. 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. 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
- Child Care Center
- Age groups served
- Not Available
- Licensed capacity
- 106
- 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 2026, the issues cited most often were Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (3). Of 3 total findings, 1 was critical.
See the Inspection Visit
Mar 19, 20263 Findings1 Critical2 Important
- Staff Files Must Contain Proof of Education, Signed Policies, and Background Check Letters114-503 H(1-7) (staff files background checks)
Missing paperwork from staff files. Corrective action: Staff files must contain proof of education, signed policies, and background check letters. Expected correction 03/30/26. [Pre-hire screening gap.]
- Staff Must Have TB Test and DSS 2926 Health Assessment Prior to Working in Childcare114-503 (TB Health Assessment)
Staff without TB and 2926 (Health Assessment). Corrective action: Staff must get a TB test and have 2926 prior to working in childcare. Expected correction 03/30/26. [SAFETY: unscreened staff working in childcare.] [Pre-hire screening gap.]
- At Least 1 Person with CPR/First Aid Must Be on Premises at All Times114-503 K(5)(h) (CPR/First Aid coverage)
At least 1 person with CPR/FA on premises at all times not met. Corrective action: More staff must get certified. Expected correction 03/30/26. [SAFETY: gaps in required CPR/First Aid coverage.]