Lightbridge Academy
1180 E Alex Bell Rd, Centerville, OH
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Montessori Center of South Dayton is a licensed child care center in Kettering, Ohio. The state has licensed it since September 24, 2011.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM.
Ohio Department of Children and Youth made 3 visits in the last 3 years and cited 8 rules across 3 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
Hours
| MondayToday | 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Cost
Montessori Center of South Dayton has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Montgomery County has a median price of $295 a week (U.S. Department of Labor, 2022).
State record
3 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Mar 12, 2026: 3 rules cited
Rules cited on 3 of 3 visits · 8 rules in all
For comparison: 93% of Ohio daycares had at least one rule cited in the last 3 years; the typical daycare had 13.
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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5180-37:04 Staff Medical statement
“During the inspection and review of staff files, individuals used to count in ratio did not have evidence of a signed medical statement on or before the first day of employment.”
Corrected during the visit
5180-37:04 Staff minimum requirements
“During the inspection and review of staff files, individuals used in ratio did not have documentation of a high school diploma or equivalent on file and available for review.”
Corrected during the visit
5180-37:04 Required background checks
“During the inspection and review of staff files, one individual used in ratio did not have evidence of criminal background checks that meet the requirements.”
5180-37:07 Written medication policy requirements
“During the inspection, it was determined the following requirement was not met: Medication was expired.”
Corrected during the visit
5180-37:04 Staff minimum requirements
“During the inspection and review of staff files, individuals used in ratio did not have documentation of a high school diploma or equivalent on file and available for review.”
Corrected during the visit
3301-37-08 Medication authorization
“During the inspection, and a review of children(s) files, it was determined that the health record of each child did not include physician's or dentist's medication authorization and written instructions. One classroom had an asthma inhaler with paperwork with no doctor's signature.”
3301-37:07 Written medication policy requirements
“During the inspection, it was observed that medication was not stored in a designated locked storage place. Medication was stored in emergency grab-and-go bag that was within reach of children.”
3301-37:04 Staff with required health and safety trainings
“During the inspection and review of staff files, at least one person onsite does not have a current age appropriate course in first aid from an approved provider. Three staff members did not have current first aid training.”
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FAQ
Yes. Ohio Department of Children and Youth lists it as licensed and operating, first licensed September 24, 2011.
Ohio Department of Children and Youth lists the most recent visit on March 12, 2026, with 3 rules cited. It lists 3 visits in the last 3 years.
Yes. Inspectors cited 8 rules across 3 of 3 visits in the last 3 years. For comparison: 93% of Ohio daycares had at least one rule cited in the last 3 years; the typical daycare had 13. A cited rule is what an inspector found on the day of a visit. It is not a rating of the daycare today.
Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
It has not listed its tuition. Call (937) 293-8986 to ask.
(937) 293-8986.
2900 Acosta St, Kettering, OH 45420. The nearest other daycare we list is KC's Sunshine Daycare, 0.3 miles away.