Ashford Montessori

Medium-high risk Caregivers may not use personal phones or other electronic devices in ways that take their attention from the children.

State rule 746.1203(3)(D) (minimum standards for child-care centers): "Personal use of electronic devices, such as cell phones, MP3 players, tablets, and video games"

Inspector's note: It was determined that a caregiver was using a personal electronic device to play games while caring for children.

Corrected Aug 21, 2026, verified by the state Aug 21, 2026. The inspector gave technical assistance (advice on how to comply).

High risk The state prohibits certain punishments of children, such as hitting, grabbing, shaming, withholding food or rest, or locking a child in a room.

State rule 746.2805(3) (minimum standards for child-care centers): "Prohibited Punishments - Grabbing and Pulling"

Inspector's note: It was determined a caregiver was roughly grabbing children by the arms when they misbehaved.

Corrected Aug 5, 2026, verified by the state Aug 21, 2026. The inspector gave technical assistance (advice on how to comply).

Medium-high risk Caregivers may not use personal phones or other electronic devices in ways that take their attention from the children.

State rule 746.1203(3)(D) (minimum standards for child-care centers): "Personal use of electronic devices, such as cell phones, MP3 players, tablets, and video games"

Inspector's note: It was determined a caregiver was on a personal device while caring for children and using it for personal reasons.

Corrected Jun 26, 2026, verified by the state Jul 2, 2026. The inspector gave technical assistance (advice on how to comply).

Medium-high risk Cots and mats at nap time must be arranged as the state requires (for example not blocking exits, with room to walk).

State rule 746.2909(4) (minimum standards for child-care centers): "Arrangement of Napping Equipment - Provides Access to Walkway"

Inspector's note: In one classroom, observed inadequate space between each nap mat/cot.

Corrected Feb 10, 2025, verified by the state Feb 19, 2025. The inspector gave technical assistance (advice on how to comply).