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Estrellitas Montessori School

5331 Colorado AVE, NW, Washington, DC 20011
licensed capacity
148
open each week
5 days

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About Estrellitas Montessori School

Estrellitas Montessori School is a licensed child care center in Washington, District of Columbia. It is licensed by the state, for up to 148 children, serving infants, toddlers and preschoolers.

It is open Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM. It describes a Bilingual / immersion and Montessori approach, with infant care, pre-k, preschool and toddler care.

Office of the State Superintendent of Education, Division of Early Learning made 5 visits in the last 3 years and cited 9 rules across 5 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

InfantsMontessoriPreschool / pre-KOpens before 7 AMBilingual program

Ages served: infants, toddlers and preschoolers

From the state license
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Type
Child care center
Ages
Infants, toddlers and preschoolers
Hours today
Closed today
Licensed capacity
148 children

Hours

Hours

Monday7:30 AM to 5:30 PM
Tuesday7:30 AM to 5:30 PM
Wednesday7:30 AM to 5:30 PM
Thursday7:30 AM to 5:30 PM
Friday7:30 AM to 5:30 PM
SaturdayNot listed
SundayTodayNot listed

Programs

Programs and care

AgesInfants, toddlers and preschoolersFrom the state license
ProgramsInfant care, pre-k, preschool and toddler care
ApproachBilingual / immersion (Spanish immersion), Montessori
StaffMontessori-trained educators, native Spanish-speaking
Daily lifePotty training: Gentle potty learning following child's readiness
SafetyOutdoor playground
LanguagesSpanish
Licensed capacity148 childrenFrom the state license
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Cost

Tuition and costs

Estrellitas Montessori School has not listed its tuition.

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State record

Inspection reports for Estrellitas Montessori School

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
Licensed Child Development Center
Capacity
148 children
Ages
Infants, toddlers and preschoolers
License number
#CDC-910167
See the state's record

Summary

5 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Mar 3, 2026: 2 rules cited

Rules cited on 5 of 5 visits · 9 rules in all · 9 corrected

  • Health, medication and illness 5
  • Safety and hazards 2
  • Records and paperwork 1
  • Staff training and qualifications 1

For comparison: 98% of District of Columbia daycares had at least one rule cited in the last 3 years; the typical daycare had 16.

A cited rule is what an inspector found on the day of a visit. It is not a rating of the daycare today.

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  1. Mar 3, 2026Inspection2 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      137.1

      “Failure staff to complete a physical examination by a licensed health care practitioner.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 12, 2026

    • Records and paperwork

      130.8

      “Failure to maintain and upon request provide to OSSE current records and information related to enrolled children.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 11, 2026

  2. Sep 10, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      152.1

      “Failure to ensure that each child submits to a Facility documentation of a comprehensive physical health examination.”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 15, 2025

    • Health, medication and illness

      137.1

      “Failure staff to complete a physical examination by a licensed health care practitioner.”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 15, 2025

  3. Mar 24, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
    • Safety and hazards

      122.6

      “Failure to undergo a fire safety inspection.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 26, 2025

  4. Sep 18, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
    • Staff training and qualifications

      139.7

      “Failure to ensure the completion of annual training that maintains and updates the health and safety standards.”

      Correction date in the state record: Nov 24, 2025

    • Safety and hazards

      104.5(a)

      “Failure to obtain a Fire Inspection Certificate from FEMS.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 26, 2025

  5. May 16, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      152.1

      “Failure to ensure that each child submits to a Facility documentation of a comprehensive physical health examination.”

      Correction date in the state record: May 31, 2024

    • Health, medication and illness

      137.1

      “Failure staff to complete a physical examination by a licensed health care practitioner.”

      Correction date in the state record: May 31, 2024

Copied from Office of the State Superintendent of Education, Division of Early Learning on October 2, 2026; the state's records start around Oct 2023. Rule wording, severity and dates are the state's.

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FAQ

Questions about Estrellitas Montessori School

Is Estrellitas Montessori School licensed?

Yes. Office of the State Superintendent of Education, Division of Early Learning lists it as licensed and operating.

When was Estrellitas Montessori School last inspected?

Office of the State Superintendent of Education, Division of Early Learning lists the most recent visit on March 3, 2026, with 2 rules cited. It lists 5 visits in the last 3 years.

Has Estrellitas Montessori School had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 9 rules across 5 of 5 visits in the last 3 years; 9 show a correction in the state record. For comparison: 98% of District of Columbia daycares had at least one rule cited in the last 3 years; the typical daycare had 16. A cited rule is what an inspector found on the day of a visit. It is not a rating of the daycare today.

How many children can Estrellitas Montessori School care for?

148, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers and preschoolers.

What are Estrellitas Montessori School's hours?

Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM. Holiday hours can differ.

How much does Estrellitas Montessori School cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (202) 248-7827 to ask.

What is Estrellitas Montessori School's phone number?

(202) 248-7827.

Where is Estrellitas Montessori School?

5331 Colorado AVE, NW, Washington, DC 20011. The nearest other daycare we list is Mana Bilingual Child Development Center 2, 0.2 miles away.

Sources: Office of the State Superintendent of Education, Division of Early Learning (license and visits).