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Montessori At Sandy Ford
- licensed capacity
- 50
- a week, county median
- $142
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About Montessori At Sandy Ford
Montessori At Sandy Ford is a licensed child care center in Newton, North Carolina. It is licensed by the state, for up to 50 children, serving toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education made 6 visits in the last 3 years and cited 12 rules across 5 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- Not listed
- Licensed capacity
- 50 children
Hours
Hours
Hours not listed. Call (828) 294-7478 to confirm.
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 50 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Montessori At Sandy Ford has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time toddler care at a child care center in Catawba County has a median price of $142 a week (U.S. Department of Labor, 2022).
Ask the daycare for its ratesIt has not listed its tuition. The county medians below are a starting point.
Infant
Center$183
Home daycare$172
Toddler
Center$142
Home daycare$136
Preschool
Center$109
Home daycare$133
School age
Center$110
Home daycare$210
State record
Inspection reports for Montessori At Sandy Ford
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Three Star Center License
- Capacity
- 50 children
- Ages
- Toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- License number
- #18000473
Summary
6 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Sep 15, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 5 of 6 visits · 12 rules in all · 12 corrected
- Building, equipment and play areas 5
- Safety and hazards 4
- Health, medication and illness 2
- Staff training and qualifications 1
For comparison: 92% of North Carolina daycares had at least one rule cited in the last 3 years; the typical daycare had 8.
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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- Sep 15, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Apr 28, 2026Inspection5 rules cited
Medication authorization, giving the caregiver standing authorization did not meet the specifications in rule.
Corrected during the visit
All corrosive agents, pesticides, bleaches, detergents, cleansers, polishes, any product which is under pressure in an aerosol dispenser, and any substance which may be hazardous to a child if ingested, inhaled, or handled were not stored in a locked room or cabinet.
Corrected during the visit
Electrical outlets and power strips, not in use, which were located in space used by children did not have safety outlets or were not covered with safety plugs unless located behind furniture or equipment that cannot be moved by a child.
The state verified the correction on May 5, 2026
The child care center premises, including the outdoor learning environment, was not clean, drained to minimize standing water, free of litter and hazards, and/or maintained in a manner which does not create conditions that attract or harbor pests.
Corrected during the visit
All equipment and furnishings were not in good repair.
The state verified the correction on May 5, 2026
Sep 30, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
All equipment and furnishings were not in good repair.
The state verified the correction on Oct 6, 2025
Jun 10, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
Outdoor play area was not enclosed by fence with a minimum height of 4 feet. The top of the fence, less than six feet, was not free from protrusions.
The state verified the correction on Jun 19, 2025
Nov 15, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
Leftover medicines were not returned to the parent after the course of treatment was completed, after authorization was withdrawn or after authorization had expired and/or medication was not discarded within 72 hours of completion of treatment or withdrawal of authorization.
Corrected during the visit
Outdoor play area was not enclosed by fence with a minimum height of 4 feet. The top of the fence, less than six feet, was not free from protrusions.
Corrected during the visit
Jun 18, 2024Inspection3 rules cited
Staff working in part-time, full-day or track out school age care programs required to complete BSAC training, did not complete it within three months of employment.
The state verified the correction on Jul 1, 2024
Toxic plants were accessible to children.
The state verified the correction on Jul 1, 2024
Potentially hazardous items including but not limited to power tools, nails, chemicals, propane stoves, lawn mowers, gasoline, or kerosene were not stored in locked areas, removed from the premises, or made inaccessible to children.
Corrected during the visit
Oct 26, 2023Inspection7 rules cited
Within the first two weeks of assuming responsibility for supervising a group of children, staff did not complete at least 6 hours of training on topics outlined in this rule.
The state verified the correction on Nov 8, 2023
Within the first 6 weeks of assuming responsibility for supervising group of children, each employee did not complete at least 3 additional clock hours of training on topics outlined in this rule.
The state verified the correction on Nov 8, 2023
Application for enrollment did not include all required information.
The state verified the correction on Nov 8, 2023
Equipment and furnishings were not sturdy, stable and free of hazards.
Corrected during the visit
All walls and ceilings including doors and windows were not kept clean and in good repair.
The state verified the correction on Nov 8, 2023
The activity plan was not designed to stimulate emotional and social, health and physical, approaches to play and learning, language development and communication, and cognitive development for each group of children in care.
The state verified the correction on Nov 8, 2023
A current activity plan was not posted for each group of children for reference.
The state verified the correction on Nov 8, 2023
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FAQ
Questions about Montessori At Sandy Ford
Is Montessori At Sandy Ford licensed?
Yes. The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists it as licensed and operating.
When was Montessori At Sandy Ford last inspected?
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists the most recent visit on September 15, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 6 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Montessori At Sandy Ford had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 12 rules across 5 of 6 visits in the last 3 years; 12 show a correction in the state record. For comparison: 92% of North Carolina daycares had at least one rule cited in the last 3 years; the typical daycare had 8. 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 Montessori At Sandy Ford care for?
50, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Montessori At Sandy Ford accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Montessori At Sandy Ford's hours?
Its hours are not listed. Call (828) 294-7478 to confirm.
How much does Montessori At Sandy Ford cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (828) 294-7478 to ask.
What is Montessori At Sandy Ford's phone number?
(828) 294-7478.
Where is Montessori At Sandy Ford?
2931 Sandy Ford Road, Newton, NC 28658. The nearest other daycare we list is Little Stars Child Development Center Startown, LL, 1.8 miles away.