Child Care Center
✓ Licensed
Cornerstone Montessori School
St Paul, MN
· Ramsey County
1611 Ames Ave,
St Paul, MN 55106
Quick Facts
Capacity
72 children
Age Range
Toddlers, Preschool, School-Age
Type of Care
Day Program
Subsidized Program
Does not participate
Food Program
Does not participate
Missing details such as transportation or rates? Suggest an update to help other families.
Licensed Child Care Center
Active License
License Number
1051310
License Holder
Montessori Training Center of Minnesota, Inc.
Licensed Since
2008
License Issued
Jan 1, 2026
Active Through
Dec 31, 2026
Issued By
Minnesota Department of Human Services
District Office
Ramsey County Human Service Department
License Conditions: Maximum number of school agers in Children's House 1 and Children's House 2 is 25.
Reviews
Write a Review
Be the first to review this childcare provider. Write a review about Cornerstone Montessori School. Let other families know what's great, or what could be improved. Please read our brief review guidelines to make your review as helpful as possible.
Review Policy: ChildcareCenter.us does not actively screen or monitor user reviews, nor do we verify or edit content.
Reviews reflect only the opinion of the writer. We ask that users follow our
review guidelines.
Providers are welcome to respond to parental reviews, however we ask that they identify themselves as the provider.
About the Provider
Our Mission-To train highly qualified Montessori educators-To facilitate greater access to Montessori techniques for a population that is vulnerable and often excluded-To continue to research and study the Montessori method in order to analyze and inform educational practices-To disseminate the principles and practices of Montessori through outreach programming and partnerships
Hours of Operation
- Days of Operation Monday–Friday
- Open HoursMon - Fri: 10:00 am - 6:00 pm
Inspection/Report History
Where possible, ChildcareCenter provides inspection reports as a service to families. This information is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed. We encourage families to contact the daycare provider directly with any questions or concerns. Reports can also be verified with your local daycare licensing office.
| Report Date | Report Type | Report Status |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-07-01 | Reconsideration Response Correction Order | |
| 2025-10-07 | Fine Order | |
| 2025-09-04 | Licensing Review | - See Violation(s) |
|
Violation Category: Minnesota Statutes, section 245C.04, subdivision 1, paragraphs (b) and (h) - Background Studies
Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0155, subpart 11 - Facility
Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0140, subpart 20 - Facility
Minnesota Statutes, section 142B.54, subdivision 2, paragraph (e) and Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0140, subpart 17 - Facility
Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0140, subpart 20 - Facility
Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0140, subpart 10 - Facility
Minnesota Statutes, section 142B.66, subdivision 1, paragraph (d) - Health Practices
Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0140, subpart 7, item D - Medication/First Aid
Minnesota Statutes, section 142B.10, subdivision 21, paragraph (b), clause (1); and section 142B.65, subdivision 1 - Staff Training
Minnesota Statutes, section 142B.65, subdivision 9 - Staff Training
Minnesota Statutes, section 142B.65, subdivision 7, paragraph (a) - Staff Training
Minnesota Statutes, section 142B.65, subdivision 3 - Staff Training Violation Description: Background Studies: The program did not submit a background study request to DHS when required. Facility: Electrical outlets were not tamper-proof or shielded. Facility: Carpet or rugs were not in good repair and/or did not meet safety requirements. Facility: Hazardous objects were accessible to children. Facility: Areas used by children were not in good repair. Facility: The program's bathrooms were not clean. Health Practices: Food allergy information was not available to staff. Medication/First Aid: Products to control diaper rash were not properly labeled. Staff Training: Staff orientation training did not include all required items. Staff Training: All staff did not complete ongoing training requirements. Staff Training: All individuals caring for children under school age did not receive abusive head trauma training. Staff Training: Child development and learning training did not contain all required items. |
||
|
Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved |
||
| 2024-09-26 | Licensing Review | - See Violation(s) |
|
Violation Category: Minnesota Statutes, section 245C.04, subdivision 1, paragraph (b) - Background Studies
Minnesota Statutes, section 245C.13, subdivision 2 - Background Studies
Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0140, subpart 9 - Facility
Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.40, subdivision 3 and Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0120, subpart D - Staff Training Violation Description: Background Studies: The program did not submit a background study request to DHS as required. Background Studies: An individual required to have a background study was allowed to have contact with children before receiving a DHS notice allowing contact. Facility: The program's space was not clean. Staff Training: The program did not comply with first aid training requirements. |
||
|
Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved |
||
| 2023-12-08 | Licensing Review | - See Violation(s) |
|
Violation Category: Minnesota Statutes, section 245C.04, subdivision 1, paragraphs (b) and (g) - Background Studies
Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.40, subdivision 3 and Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0120, subpart D - Staff Training Violation Description: Background Studies: The program did not submit a background study for an individual when required, however the program submitted a study before DHS discovered the error. Staff Training: The program did not comply with first aid training requirements. |
||
|
Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved |
||
| 2022-12-01 | Licensing Review | - See Violation(s) |
|
Violation Category: Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.41, subdivision 1, paragraph (d). - Health Practices
Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.40, subdivision 3; and Minnesota Rules part 9503.0120, item D. - Staff Training
Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.40, subdivision 4; and Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0120, item D. - Staff Training Violation Description: Health Practices: Food allergy information was not available to staff. Staff Training: The program did not comply with first aid training requirements. Staff Training: The program did not comply with CPR training requirements. |
||
|
Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved |
||
| 2020-10-29 | Health and Safety Technical Assistance Review | In Compliance |
| 2019-09-23 | Correction Order | |
| 2018-09-10 | Correction Order | |
| 2018-09-04 | Correction Order | |
If you are a provider and believe any information is incorrect, please contact us. We will research your concern and make corrections accordingly.
Ask the Community
Connect, seek advice, share knowledge.
Providers in ZIP Code 55106
Looking for Child Care?
Helpful Resources
How to Choose a Child Care Center
Read article →
Questions to Ask During a Tour
Read article →
Licensing Guide
Read article →