Montessori Footprints Learning Center
158 BRADLEY BRANCH ROAD, ARDEN, NC 28704Childery Rating: 2/5
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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.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.3 / 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
- Toddlers, Preschool, School-Age
- Licensed capacity
- Not Available
- Teacher-child ratios & group sizesState Minimum Displayed
Age Max ratio Max group Toddlers 1:6 12 Preschool 1:20 25
Teacher Credentials
- Lead teacher credentialState Minimum Displayed
- High School Diploma
Inspection History
Across 2 inspections since 2025, the issues cited most often were Licensing & Administrative Compliance (2), Hazardous Materials Handling (1), and Medication Administration (1). None of the 5 findings were critical.
See All 2 Inspection Visits
Jun 3, 20263 Findings3 Important
- Refrigerator(s) Did Not Maintain a Temperature of 45 Degrees F. or Below.
Space #3, the refrigerator temperature was recorded at 50°F. A follow up temperature check at 12:50 p.m. showed a reading of 48°F, and 2:15p 46°F. Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider
- All Corrosive Agents, Pesticides, Bleaches, Detergents, Cleansers, Polishes, Any Product Which Is Under Pressure in an Aerosol Dispenser, and Any Substance…
which may be hazardous to a child if ingested, inhaled, or handled were not stored in a locked room or cabinet. Space #4, one (1
- For Each Child, There Was Not at Least 30 Sq. Ft. Inside Space per the Total Licensed Capacity and 100 Sq. Ft. Outside Space for Each Child Using the Outdoor…
learning environment at any one time. Space 1 and Space 5 children were combine in space 6 practicing for graduation totaling
Oct 23, 20252 Findings2 Important
- Equipment and Furnishings Were Not Sturdy, Stable and Free of Hazards.
Space #5, the red couch located in the books center that had several tears exposing the foam. Violation corrected during visit
✓ Corrected at visit
- Leftover Medicines Were Not Returned to the Parent After the Course of Treatment Was Completed, After Authorization Was Withdrawn or After Authorization Had…
expired and/or medication was not discarded within 72 hours of completion of treatment or withdrawal of authorization. Space #5,
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