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Crossway Community Montessori School
Kensington, MD
· Montgomery County
3015 Upton Drive,
Kensington, MD 20895
Quick Facts
Capacity
121 children
Age Range
6 weeks through 17 months, 18 months through 23 months, 2 years, 3 years, 4 years, 5 years, 5 years to 15 years
Subsidized Program
Participates
State Rating
5
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Contact Information
📞 (301) 929-2505
Licensed Licensed Child Care Center
Active License
License Number
33933
Issued By
Maryland State Department of Education
District Office
Region 5 - Montgomery County
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About the Provider
Crossway Community, Inc. is a pioneering and entrepreneurial nonprofit organization offering an integrated, evidence-based approach to reducing poverty and creating social change. We maintain a deep belief that every individual and family is capable of success when equipped with a set of educational, professional, and personal tools. Our programs are both evidence-based and need-based and assist our students in cultivating the skills necessary to succeed in today's economy and society.
Additional Information:
MSDE-Approved Education Program.
Hours of Operation
- Monday 7:30 AM - 6:00 PM
- Tuesday 7:30 AM - 6:00 PM
- Wednesday 7:30 AM - 6:00 PM
- Thursday 7:30 AM - 6:00 PM
- Friday 7:30 AM - 6:00 PM
- Saturday Closed
- Sunday Closed
Inspection/Report History
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| Date | Type | Regulations | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-02-19 | Full | ||
| Findings: No Noncompliances Found | |||
| 2025-03-19 | Mandatory Review | ||
| Findings: No Noncompliances Found | |||
| 2024-04-19 | Full | 13A.16.10.04F | Corrected |
| Findings: LS reminded facility that each electrical socket that is socket that is accessible to children in care shall be plugged or capped as required by the applicable fire code. LS observed at least one socket exposed, with dangling cable cord. | |||
| 2022-06-21 | Monitoring | 13A.16.05.08H | Corrected |
| Findings: Licensing Specialist observed 5 potty-chairs in IC1B. | |||
| 2022-03-24 | Full | 13A.16.03.04C | Corrected |
| Findings: Licensing Specialists observed 1 child's emergency form that was missing the child's health source information. One child's emergency form was not updated at least annually. | |||
| 2022-03-24 | Full | 13A.16.03.04E | Corrected |
| Findings: Licensing Specialists observed 1 child's record that was missing evidence of an appropriate lead test. | |||
| 2022-03-24 | Full | 13A.16.10.01A(4) | Corrected |
| Findings: Licensing Specialists observed no evidence of an emergency escape plan posted in the gallery. | |||
| 2022-03-24 | Full | 13A.16.10.02E | Corrected |
| Findings: Licensing Specialists observed a first aid kit that was missing a flashlight. A flashlight was added to the kit during the inspection. | |||
| 2022-03-24 | Full | 13A.16.10.04A | Corrected |
| Findings: Licensing Specialists observed cabinets in IC1B which contained a blender, sharp metal colander, dishwasher, oven, and sharp eating utensils that were accessible to the children. | |||
| 2022-03-24 | Full | 13A.16.10.04I(2) | Corrected |
| Findings: Licensing Specialists observed 2 blinds with cords in Nido 1. The blinds were removed during the inspection. | |||
| 2022-02-11 | Complaint | 13A.16.05.01B | Corrected |
| Findings: Licensing Specialist observed children napping in an outdoor pavilion. The outdoor pavilion has not been approved by the fire marshal for napping. | |||
| 2022-02-11 | Complaint | 13A.16.05.12D | Corrected |
| Findings: Licensing Specialist observed 3 propane heaters in the outdoor pavilion area. The facility is reminded that the outdoor activity area shall be free from potential hazards to child health and safety. | |||
| 2022-02-11 | Complaint | 13A.16.07.02A(2) | Corrected |
| Findings: On 01/14/2022, two children, ages 4 and 5 left the facility and walked to one of the children's home. Staff were not aware the children had left the facility. The incident was not reported to the protective services unit of the local department as required under Maryland law. | |||
| 2022-02-11 | Complaint | 13A.16.07.06A | Corrected |
| Findings: On 01/14/2022, two children, ages 4 and 5 left the facility. Staff were unaware that the children left. The two children were alone with no adult supervision. The facility did not ensure the safety and security of the children, as they were not being supervised. | |||
| 2022-02-11 | Complaint | 13A.16.08.01A(2)(b) | Corrected |
| Findings: On 01/14/2022, two children, ages 4 and 5 left the facility and walked to one of the children's homes. The children did not receive adequate supervision, as they left the premises without staff's knowledge. | |||
| 2022-02-11 | Complaint | 13A.16.08.01B(2) | Corrected |
| Findings: On 01/14/2022 two children, ages 4 and 5 did not receive adequate supervision and care, as they left the facility unseen by staff. Facility is reminded to ensure that each staff member providing care is prepared to provide the appropriate individual care. | |||
| 2022-02-11 | Complaint | 13A.16.08.07A | Corrected |
| Findings: On 01/14/2022, staff members were not stationed among the children so that immediate intervention could occur. As a result, two children, ages 4 and 5 left the premises and walked to one of the children's home. | |||
| 2022-02-11 | Complaint | 13A.16.03.06E(1) | Corrected |
| Findings: On 01/14/2022, two children, ages 4 and 5 left the facility and walked to one of the children's home. Staff were not aware that the children left. The Office of Child Care was not notified of the incident. | |||
| 2020-10-20 | Full | 13A.16.03.04E | Corrected |
| Findings: Licensing specialist observed at least 1 child's file that was missing documentation that the child has received lead screening. | |||
| 2020-10-20 | Full | 13A.16.03.06A(2) | Corrected |
| Findings: The licensing agency was not notified within 5 working days of an individual whose last day of employment was in 03/2020. | |||
| 2019-03-22 | Mandatory Review | 13A.16.08.02B | Corrected |
| Findings: Specialist observed two employees being used as a Montessori teachers in classrooms during educational hours without an approved Montessori diploma or credential. Employees are not qualified as Montessori teachers at this time. | |||
| 2019-03-22 | Mandatory Review | 13A.16.06.09B(1) | Corrected |
| Findings: Specialist observed 10 hours of training for the last full year of employment for one child care teacher. Teacher has completed 8 hours of continued training for the current year. 2 hours of the current years training will be used to correct the noncompliance for the previous year's continued training. Child care teacher will need a total of 14 hours of continued training for the current year. | |||
| 2019-03-22 | Mandatory Review | 13A.16.12.01A(4) | Corrected |
| Findings: Specialist observed no evidence of 1% or nonfat milk. Specialist observed whole milk. | |||
| 2019-03-22 | Mandatory Review | 13A.16.16.06C(4) | Corrected |
| Findings: Specialist observed two employees being used as a Montessori teachers in classrooms during educational hours, without an approved Montessori diploma or credential. | |||
| 2018-03-13 | Full | 13A.16.03.04C | Corrected |
| Findings: Specialist observed children's emergency forms missing required information. | |||
| 2018-03-13 | Full | 13A.16.05.12E | Corrected |
| Findings: Specialist observed a wooden table and bench with pieces of wood broken off and splintering areas. Wooden bench and table must be repaired or replaced. | |||
| 2018-03-13 | Full | 13A.16.09.01C(6) | Corrected |
| Findings: Specialist observed no evidence of a written screen time policy for facility. | |||
| 2018-03-13 | Full | 13A.16.10.01A(3)(d) | Corrected |
| Findings: Specialist observed no evidence of an update on the emergency preparedness plan. Corrected at time of inspection. | |||
| 2018-03-13 | Full | 13A.16.10.04F | Corrected |
| Findings: Specialist observed to outlets uncovered in a room used for children in care. Corrected at time of inspection. | |||
| 2018-03-13 | Full | 13A.16.11.04A(1)(a) | Corrected |
| Findings: Specialist observed no evidence of a signed medication administration form for at least one child's prescription medication. | |||
| 2018-03-13 | Full | 13A.16.12.01A(4) | Corrected |
| Findings: Specialist observed a used gallon of whole milk in a refrigerator for children in care. | |||
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