Montessori International Children's House - Annapolis MD Licensed Child Care Center

1641 Winchester Road , Annapolis MD 21401
(410) 757-7789

About the Provider

Description: Montessori International Children's House is a Montessori school guided by AMI principles. We are building a respectful, diverse and nurturing learning community in collaboration with staff, children and families.

Additional Information: MSDE-Approved Education Program.

Program and Licensing Details

  • License Number: 40321
  • Capacity: 161
  • Age Range: 18 months through 23 months, 2 years, 3 years, 4 years, 5 years, 5 years to 15 years
  • Achievement and/or Accreditations AMI
  • Enrolled in Subsidized Child Care Program: No
  • Schools Served: Arnold Elementary
  • District Office: Region 1 - Anne Arundel County
  • District Office Phone: (410) 514-7850 (Note: This is not the facility phone number.)

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Date Type Regulations Status
2023-10-24 Mandatory Review
Findings: No Noncompliances Found
2023-09-28 Complaint 13A.16.03.06C(3) Corrected
Findings: Complaint states that a child was given another child's lunch and had an allergic reaction leading to the child being treated by a medical professional. The incident happened on September 19, 2023. The facility was notified that the child received medical treatment that evening. The facility did not notify the OCC of the incident. Provider submitted OCC 300 Incident Report at the time of the inspection.
2023-09-28 Complaint 13A.16.05.01A(2) Corrected
Findings: Specialist observed a missing ceiling tile in Primary 1, which left insulation exposed to the classroom. Head of School stated that there were repairs done in the ceiling last week and the new ceiling tile will be installed within a week. Specialist recommended covering the exposed area temporarily to ensure the safety of the children. Provider shall submit photographic evidence. Specialist observed dusty air registers in several classrooms creating a health hazard to children and staff. Provider shall ensure that registers are cleaned and submit photographic evidence.
2023-09-28 Complaint 13A.16.07.01 Corrected
Findings: Complaint states that a child with known food allergies to dairy and eggs was given another child's lunch that contained dairy products. Facility neglected to ensure that they had the proper forms and accompanying medications to treat the allergic reaction. The staff neglected to give the child the lunch labelled with the child's name. A staff member identified that the child was having an allergic reaction and neglected to call 911. The facility neglected to inform the parent of all of the details of the incident so that the parent could make an informed decision regarding their child's health. Facility shall have all staff complete training on allergies and anaphylaxis prevention and submit certificates.
2023-09-28 Complaint 13A.16.08.01A(1) Corrected
Findings: Complaint states that a child was given another child's lunch and had an allergic reaction. A child with known food allergies to dairy was given another child's lunch that contained dairy products. Staff stated that the child did not consume any of the lunch and that it was removed from the child immediately. Specialist and Provider discussed plan of action to prevent this from happening. Provider shall submit plan of action.
2022-11-03 Full 13A.16.03.04E Corrected
Findings: Specialist observed at least one record of a child over 24 months old with one lead test performed prior to 24 months old for whom the second lead test was not documented. Facility shall review all children's records for appropriate lead testing, documented on a lead test certificate, obtain missing lead tests, and submit let letter of corrections.
2022-11-03 Full 13A.16.03.06A(1) Corrected
Findings: Specialist observed that one staff member began employment on October 6, 2022 without the submission of a notarized Release of Information to examine records of abuse and neglect. Facility did submit a Personnel List within the required time frame. Facility shall submit a notarized Release of Information and a letter of corrections indicating understanding of the regulation.
2022-11-03 Full 13A.16.05.01A(1) Corrected
Findings: Specialist observed a brown area on the ceiling tile in the Primary/Extended Care/Napping room indicating a possible leak in the ceiling. Facility shall ensure that there are no leaks above the stained tile, repair any leaks or damage found, and repair or replace the ceiling tile. Facility shall submit photographic evidence or a follow up will be conducted
2022-11-03 Full 13A.16.06.02 Corrected
Findings: Specialist observed no evidence of staff orientation for four staff member. Facility obtained three of the staff orientations at the time of the inspection. Facility shall obtain the remaining staff orientation and submit a copy.
2022-11-03 Full 13A.16.09.01A(1) Corrected
Findings: Specialist observed no evidence of a written daily schedule posted for each classroom. Facility posted daily schedules at the time of the inspection. Corrected at the time of the inspection.
2022-11-03 Full 13A.16.10.02E Corrected
Findings: Specialist observed no evidence of liquid fragrance free soap in the first aid kit as required. See list of required first aid kit items on the OCC website. Facility obtained liquid fragrance free soap at the time of the inspection. Corrected at the time of inspection.
2022-11-03 Full 13A.16.11.04A(3) Corrected
Findings: Specialist observed two medications that were not labeled by the pharmacy as required. Facility shall obtain pharmacy labels and submit a letter of corrections upon completion.
2022-11-03 Full 13A.16.11.04E(1)(c) Corrected
Findings: Specialist observed three medications that were expired. Facility shall dispose of the medications or return them to the parents. Facility shall submit a letter of corrections upon completion.
2021-11-12 Mandatory Review 13A.16.03.05B Corrected
Findings: The Staffing Pattern was not posted for one room as required. Corrected at the time of the inspection.
2021-11-12 Mandatory Review 13A.16.06.09C Corrected
Findings: Specialist observed one Preschool Teacher who did not complete 12 hours of training for 2020 - 2021 as required. Facility shall have the Teacher complete the hours on that year's professional development plan form prior to beginning this year's professional development. Submit training certificates showing 12 hours of training and professional development plan form by December 10, 2021.

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