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Palisades Montessori Infant and Toddler Center

5104 MacArthur BLD, NW, Washington, DC 200164.7· 15 reviews
licensed capacity
24
open each week
5 days

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About Palisades Montessori Infant and Toddler Center

Palisades Montessori Infant and Toddler Center is a licensed child care center in Washington, District of Columbia. It is licensed by the state, for up to 24 children, serving toddlers and school-age children.

It is open Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM. It describes a Montessori approach, with after-school care, full-time care, infant care and part-time care. It says it provides meals.

Office of the State Superintendent of Education, Division of Early Learning made 5 visits in the last 3 years and cited 8 rules across 3 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

InfantsMontessoriBefore- and after-schoolMeals provided

Ages served: toddlers and school-age children

From the state license
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Type
Child care center
Ages
Toddlers and school-age children
Hours today
8:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Licensed capacity
24 children

Hours

Hours

MondayToday8:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Tuesday8:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Wednesday8:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Thursday8:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Friday8:00 AM to 6:00 PM
SaturdayNot listed
SundayNot listed
Hours it lists: “Infant & Toddler Center: Mon-Fri 8:00AM-6:00PM year-round”

Programs

Programs and care

AgesToddlers and school-age childrenFrom the state license
ProgramsAfter-school care, full-time care, infant care, part-time care, preschool, special-needs / inclusion care and toddler care
ApproachMontessori
Class sizePrimary Program capacity of 24 students
Daily lifeMeals provided
MoreFounded 1984
Licensed capacity24 childrenFrom the state license
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Cost

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State record

Inspection reports for Palisades Montessori Infant and Toddler Center

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
Licensed Child Development Center
Capacity
24 children
Ages
Toddlers and school-age children
License number
#CDC-102696
See the state's record

Summary

5 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Mar 24, 2026: no rules cited

Rules cited on 3 of 5 visits · 8 rules in all · 8 corrected

  • Safety and hazards 4
  • Records and paperwork 1
  • Building, equipment and play areas 1
  • Background checks 1
  • Other rules 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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See all 5 visits
  1. Mar 24, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  2. May 12, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
    • Safety and hazards

      126.10

      “Failure to ensure that light bulbs are shatter proof or appropriately shielded.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jun 25, 2025

  3. Feb 10, 2025Inspection4 rules cited
    • Records and paperwork

      104.5(e)

      “Failure to obtain a current, valid and notarized building use agreement with required documentation”

      Correction date in the state record: Apr 5, 2025

    • Other rules

      104.5(b)

      “Failure to obtain a Clean Hands Certificate.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jun 20, 2025

    • Safety and hazards

      104.5(a)

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

      Correction date in the state record: Apr 22, 2025

    • Safety and hazards

      126.10

      “Failure to ensure that light bulbs are shatter proof or appropriately shielded.”

      Correction date in the state record: May 12, 2025

  4. Sep 3, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  5. Mar 11, 2024Inspection3 rules cited
    • Safety and hazards

      122.6

      “Failure to undergo a fire safety inspection.”

      Correction date in the state record: Apr 3, 2024

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      122.21

      “Failure to maintain at the Facility a log documenting the use of extermination services.”

      Correction date in the state record: Apr 3, 2024

    • Background checks

      132.2

      “Failure to maintain the suitability of a current or prospective staff member being assessed.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jun 14, 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 Palisades Montessori Infant and Toddler Center

Is Palisades Montessori Infant and Toddler Center licensed?

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

When was Palisades Montessori Infant and Toddler Center last inspected?

Office of the State Superintendent of Education, Division of Early Learning lists the most recent visit on March 24, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 5 visits in the last 3 years.

Has Palisades Montessori Infant and Toddler Center had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 8 rules across 3 of 5 visits in the last 3 years; 8 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 Palisades Montessori Infant and Toddler Center care for?

24, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve toddlers and school-age children.

What are Palisades Montessori Infant and Toddler Center's hours?

Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Holiday hours can differ.

How much does Palisades Montessori Infant and Toddler Center cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (202) 537-6807 to ask.

What is Palisades Montessori Infant and Toddler Center's phone number?

(202) 537-6807.

Where is Palisades Montessori Infant and Toddler Center?

5104 MacArthur BLD, NW, Washington, DC 20016. The nearest other daycare we list is Palisades Montessori Infant and Toddler Center II, under 0.1 miles away.

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