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The Franklin Montessori School
- licensed capacity
- 216
- open each week
- 5 days
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About
About The Franklin Montessori School
The Franklin Montessori School is a licensed child care center in Washington, District of Columbia. It is licensed by the state, for up to 216 children, serving infants, toddlers and preschoolers.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM. It describes its programs: after-school care, before-school care, infant care and part-time care.
Office of the State Superintendent of Education, Division of Early Learning made 6 visits in the last 3 years and cited 43 rules across 6 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsMontessoriBefore- and after-school
Ages served: infants, toddlers and preschoolers
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers and preschoolers
- Hours today
- 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 216 children
Hours
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 |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Infants, toddlers and preschoolersFrom the state license. It lists: Infants to age 6 |
|---|---|
| Programs | After-school care, before-school care, infant care, part-time care, preschool and toddler care |
| Enrichment | Art Program, Beyond the Walls Nature Program, Third-year Students' Drama Program |
| Class size | Toddler classrooms of 12 – 14 students |
| Staff | Lead Montessori-trained teacher along with 2 assistant teachers per primary classroom |
| Safety | Outdoor playground |
| Accreditation | Other accreditation (American Montessori Society) |
| More | Founded 1977 |
| Licensed capacity | 216 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
The Franklin Montessori School has not listed its tuition.
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State record
Inspection reports for The Franklin Montessori School
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Licensed Child Development Center
- Capacity
- 216 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers and preschoolers
- License number
- #CDC-909495
Summary
6 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jul 10, 2026: 6 rules cited
Rules cited on 6 of 6 visits · 43 rules in all · 43 corrected
- Building, equipment and play areas 12
- Health, medication and illness 7
- Staff training and qualifications 7
- Records and paperwork 6
- Safety and hazards 4
- Background checks 3
- Food and nutrition 2
- Supervision and ratios 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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Jul 10, 2026Inspection6 rules cited
120.4
Correction date in the state record: Jul 10, 2026
144.1
“Failure to establish and implement a written policy regarding hand washing.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 10, 2026
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: Jul 30, 2026
126.11
“Failure to wipe down each helmet with wet wash cloth after each use.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 17, 2026
126.22
“Failure to ensure that all children one (1) year of age and over wear helmets.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 17, 2026
126.2
“Failure to ensure that materials, equipment, and supplies accessible to children is age appropriate and safe.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 7, 2026
Feb 10, 2026Inspection6 rules cited
132.1
“Failure to maintain a qualified workforce.”
Correction date in the state record: May 13, 2026
124.6
“Failure to ensure that all floors, walls, and ceilings are in good repair and easy to clean when soiled.”
Correction date in the state record: May 27, 2026
150.1
“Failure to ensure that all staff members possess first aid and CPR.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 9, 2026
133.1
“Failure to comply with the requirements related to criminal background checks for any individual.”
Correction date in the state record: May 13, 2026
131.5
“Failure to maintain a record for each staff member.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 13, 2026
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: Mar 9, 2026
Sep 4, 2025Inspection14 rules cited
145.1
“Failure to maintain diaper-changing areas within close proximity of a properly maintained water source.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 30, 2025
125.1
“Failure to maintain outdoor play space.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 30, 2025
131.5
“Failure to maintain a record for each staff member.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 2, 2025
150.1
“Failure to ensure that all staff members possess first aid and CPR.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 7, 2025
122.22
“Failure to install and maintain working carbon monoxide detectors if there is any gas service.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 5, 2025
166.1
“Failure to ensure that an Assistant Teacher in a Child Development Center is qualified.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 20, 2025
122.24
“Failure to perform fire drills, at least monthly at the Child Development Facility”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 9, 2025
155.1
“Failure to comply with the District of Columbia Food Code, Title 25-A DCMR.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 2, 2025
129.1
“Failure to maintain at the Facility premises at all times the Licensee’s documents and each inspection report.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 15, 2025
122.21
“Failure to maintain at the Facility a log documenting the use of extermination services.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 9, 2025
122.23
“Failure to install and maintain an appropriate number of working smoke detectors.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 5, 2025
122.18
“Failure to maintain hot and cold running water under pressure at one hundred degrees Fahrenheit (100°F).”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 2, 2025
124.6
“Failure to ensure that all floors, walls, and ceilings are in good repair and easy to clean when soiled.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 2, 2025
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
Mar 21, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
150.1
“Failure to ensure that all staff members possess first aid and CPR.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 11, 2025
124.6
“Failure to ensure that all floors, walls, and ceilings are in good repair and easy to clean when soiled.”
Correction date in the state record: May 21, 2025
Sep 10, 2024Inspection3 rules cited
131.5
“Failure to maintain a record for each staff member.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 16, 2024
122.18
“Failure to maintain hot and cold running water under pressure at one hundred degrees Fahrenheit (100°F).”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 16, 2024
124.6
“Failure to ensure that all floors, walls, and ceilings are in good repair and easy to clean when soiled.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 16, 2024
Apr 11, 2024Inspection12 rules cited
122.21
“Failure to maintain at the Facility a log documenting the use of extermination services.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 24, 2024
120.2
“Failure to have a written staffing plan to ensure the required supervision.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 23, 2024
122.18
“Failure to maintain hot and cold running water under pressure at one hundred degrees Fahrenheit (100°F).”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 30, 2024
155.1
“Failure to comply with the District of Columbia Food Code, Title 25-A DCMR.”
Correction date in the state record: May 2, 2024
124.6
“Failure to ensure that all floors, walls, and ceilings are in good repair and easy to clean when soiled.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 30, 2024
165.1
“Failure to ensure that a Teacher in a Child Development Center is qualified.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 10, 2024
137.1
“Failure staff to complete a physical examination by a licensed health care practitioner.”
Correction date in the state record: May 22, 2024
166.1
“Failure to ensure that an Assistant Teacher in a Child Development Center is qualified.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 10, 2024
128.1
“Failure to immediately notify OSSE of any unusual incident.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 12, 2024
132.2
“Failure to maintain the suitability of a current or prospective staff member being assessed.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 22, 2024
145.1
“Failure to maintain diaper-changing areas within close proximity of a properly maintained water source.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 30, 2024
133.3
“Failure to submit a request for criminal background checks of current and prospective staff members to OSSE:”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 22, 2024
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FAQ
Questions about The Franklin Montessori School
Is The Franklin Montessori School licensed?
Yes. Office of the State Superintendent of Education, Division of Early Learning lists it as licensed and operating.
When was The Franklin Montessori School last inspected?
Office of the State Superintendent of Education, Division of Early Learning lists the most recent visit on July 10, 2026, with 6 rules cited. It lists 6 visits in the last 3 years.
Has The Franklin Montessori School had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 43 rules across 6 of 6 visits in the last 3 years; 43 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 The Franklin Montessori School care for?
216, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers and preschoolers.
What are The Franklin Montessori School's hours?
Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does The Franklin Montessori School cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (202) 966-7747 to ask.
What is The Franklin Montessori School's phone number?
(202) 966-7747.
Where is The Franklin Montessori School?
4473 Connecticut AVE, NW, Washington, DC 20008. The nearest other daycare we list is Wonders Extended Day at Murch, 0.4 miles away.