The Bethesda Montessori School
CLARENDON RD, BETHESDA, MD 20814Childery Rating: 5/5
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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.5 / 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.5 / 5
Why this rating
This daycare earned 5 out of 5 stars overall. 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. 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
- Toddlers, Preschool, School-Age
- Licensed capacity
- 86
- Teacher-child ratios & group sizesState Minimum Displayed
Age Max ratio Max group Toddlers 1:3 9 Preschool 1:10 20
Teacher Credentials
- Lead teacher credentialState Minimum Displayed
- High School Diploma
Inspection History
Across 2 inspections since 2023, the issues cited most often were Building & Premises Safety (2), Medication Administration (1), and Children's Records & Files (1). None of the 6 findings were critical.
See All 2 Inspection Visits
Nov 18, 20252 Findings2 Important
- LS Observed 2 Instances of Uncapped Electrical Outlets That Can Potentially Be Accessed by Children.13A.16.10.04F
- LS Observed 2 Instances of Children with Expired Medications.13A.16.11.04E(1)(c)
Oct 31, 20234 Findings4 Important
- Licensing Specialist Observed 4 Instances of Children Who Were Missing Information on Their Lead Forms (Either a Second…13A.16.03.04E
Licensing specialist observed 4 instances of children who were missing information on their lead forms (either a second test, or just otherwise blank). Facility is asked to review the children's files and follow up with the parents.
- Licensing Specialist Observed That the First Aid Kit Was Missing a Triangular Bandage13A.16.10.02E
Licensing specialist observed that the first aid kit was missing a triangular bandage. Facility is asked to acquire one, and add it to the first aid kit.
- Licensing Specialist Observed Instances of Uncapped Electrical Outlets in Rooms That Were Not Being Used by Children At…13A.16.10.04F
Licensing specialist observed instances of uncapped electrical outlets in rooms that were not being used by children at the time. Facility is asked to examine all outlets and make sure they are properly capped.
- Licensing Specialist Observed That the Facility Does Not Serve Milk with Meals and Snacks13A.16.12.01A(2)
Licensing specialist observed that the facility does not serve milk with meals and snacks. Facility states that very few children drink milk, and it goes bad quickly. Facility is asked to maintain a backup supply.
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