Community Montessori Columbus

Licensed Child Care Center
· Columbus, Ohio

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About Community Montessori Columbus

Community Montessori Columbus is a licensed child care center located in Columbus, Franklin County, Ohio, run by Lauren Diaz.
This program holds a Bronze Step Up to Quality rating from the state of Ohio and accepts Publicly Funded Child Care (PFCC) assistance for eligible families.
Licensed since December 2019, Community Montessori Columbus has served the community for over 6 years, with 5 other licensed providers within 10 miles, including 5 with a similar program profile.

Location

5400 Karl Road

Columbus, OH 43229

Franklin County

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Contact

Administrator

Lauren Diaz

lauren@communitymontessoricolumbus.org

Phone

614-212-4702

Program Details

Program Type: Licensed Child Care Center
Program Number: 2190020546
Initial License Date: 2019-12-31
License Expiration: —

Common Questions About Community Montessori Columbus

Helpful answers for families researching this provider.

What does Community Montessori Columbus's SUTQ rating of "Bronze" mean?

Ohio's Step Up to Quality (SUTQ) program rates licensed child care providers on a 1–3 star scale. Community Montessori Columbus holds a Bronze rating, meaning they meet foundational quality standards above the basic licensing requirements. Ratings are verified by Ohio CCIDS. Learn more about SUTQ ratings.

Is Community Montessori Columbus currently licensed in Ohio?

Community Montessori Columbus is a licensed Ohio child care provider, licensed since 2019-12-31. Ohio licensing is administered by the Ohio Department of Children and Youth. You can confirm current license status and view compliance history at childcaresearch.ohio.gov.

Does Community Montessori Columbus accept PFCC child care assistance?

Yes — Community Montessori Columbus is listed as accepting Publicly Funded Child Care (PFCC), Ohio's subsidy program that helps income-eligible families cover child care costs. Eligibility and co-pays are based on income and family size. To apply, contact your county Job and Family Services office or visit childrenandyouth.ohio.gov.

What should I ask when I call Community Montessori Columbus?

Before enrolling, cover these during your call or tour:

Do you have current openings for my child's age group?
What are your hours and which holidays are you closed?
What is the caregiver-to-child ratio for my child's age?
What experience and certifications do your caregivers hold?
How do you handle illness, medication, and emergencies?
What does a typical day look like for my child's age?
What are all fees — registration, supply, and late pickup?
Do you accept PFCC, Child Care Choice, or other subsidies?

See the full age-specific checklist at our FAQ page, adapted from the Child Care Aware of America Short Notice Checklist.

How up-to-date is the information shown for Community Montessori Columbus?

This profile is sourced from the Ohio CCIDS public licensing database, updated periodically by the Ohio Department of Children and Youth. PFCC status, SUTQ ratings, administrator names, and contact details may change between updates. Always confirm details directly with the provider and verify the current license status at childcaresearch.ohio.gov.

More questions? Visit our full FAQ page.