The Manor Montessori School
OAKLYN DR, POTOMAC, MD 20854Childery Rating: 4/5
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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.4 / 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.3 / 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.5 / 5
Why this rating
This daycare earned 4 out of 5 stars overall. Process quality reflects a Maryland EXCELS rating of Level 3 (out of 5). 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.
Quality Recognitions & Accreditations
- State Quality Rating
- Maryland EXCELS Level 3 (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
- 119
- 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 2024, the issues cited most often were Children's Records & Files (4), Food Safety & Allergic Reactions (2), and Medication Administration (1). None of the 8 findings were critical.
See All 2 Inspection Visits
Apr 15, 20266 Findings6 Important
- Licensing Specialist Observed Two Children's Emergency Forms That Were Either Missing the Authorized Pick Up Person Or…13A.16.03.04C
Licensing Specialist observed two children's emergency forms that were either missing the authorized pick up person or second page. Facility is asked to submit photographic evidence of correction.
- Licensing Specialist Observed One Child's File That Was Missing Part I of the Health Inventory13A.16.03.04D(1-2)
Licensing Specialist observed one child's file that was missing part I of the health inventory. Facility is asked to get that completed by the parent and submit proof via email.
- Licensing Specialist Observed One Child's File That Was Missing a Lead Test13A.16.03.04E
Licensing Specialist observed one child's file that was missing a lead test. Facility is asked to obtain that information and submit photographic evidence via email.
- Licensing Specialist Observed Benadryl in Room 1 That Was Expired Jan 202613A.16.11.04E(1)(c)
Licensing Specialist observed Benadryl in Room 1 that was expired Jan 2026. Facility is asked to return the expired medication to the family and send photographic evidence of obtaining new medication.
- Licensing Specialist Observed a Bottle of Milk in a Child's Cubby That Was Unlabeled13A.16.12.04A(1)
Licensing Specialist observed a bottle of milk in a child's cubby that was unlabeled. Facility's is reminded that bottles are not Montessori appropriate for two year olds, that milk must be refrigerated and if a parent is bringing milk from home it needs to be labeled with the child's name, date and
- Licensing Specialist Observed Two Refrigerators (Room 1 and the Milk Storage Fridge) That Were Reading Over 40 Degrees13A.16.12.04F(3)
Licensing Specialist observed two refrigerators (room 1 and the milk storage fridge) that were reading over 40 degrees. LS put the thermometer in the back of the fridge and re-checked later in the inspection. The milk storage fridge was reading under 40 at the re-check, however room 1 was still read
Apr 9, 20242 Findings2 Important
- Licensing Specialist Observed Several Child's Emergency Cards That Were Incomplete-missing Physician Information Or…13A.16.03.04C
Licensing Specialist observed several child's emergency cards that were incomplete-missing physician information or authorized pick up person. Facility is asked to submit proof of corrections via email.
- At the Time of the Inspection Licensing Specialist Observed a 19 Month in a 2 Year Old Classroom13A.16.04.01B
At the time of the inspection Licensing Specialist observed a 19 month in a 2 year old classroom. Facility is reminded that they are only licensed to have children 2 and up. Licensing Specialist informed the facility that the child must be picked up and cannot return until they are two years old.
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