Operation name as registered with Texas HHSC, permit no. 1797991.
Between Jun 18, 2024 (the first state visit on record) and Oct 20, 2026, the state cited Joy Montessori for 10 deficiencies — the Texas HHSC term for rule violations — over 9 routine inspections; 1 was under rules the state weights High. The rule cited most often here is 747.501 (2 times, most recently Jan 30, 2026).
The state lists Joy Montessori as serving toddler, pre-kindergarten, and school-age children, open 08:00 AM to 02:30 PM (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri). Programs on file: After School Care, Drop-In Care, Part Time Care.
All 10 violations, newest first
Medium High · Jan 30, 2026 · Inspection
747.3203 - Sanitation of Building, Grounds and Equipment
CCR observed feces in the backyard, which is accessible to children.
In plain English: The child-care home must clean, repair, and maintain the home, grounds, and equipment to protect children's health. This includes sanitizing toys that children put in their mouths, keeping garbage out of children's reach, keeping floors, walls, and ceilings clean and in good repair, and labeling cleaning supplies and storing them away from food and out of children's reach. Official rule text
- Corrected at inspection:
- No
- Correction date:
- Feb 13, 2026
- Correction verified:
- Feb 17, 2026
- Technical assistance given:
- Yes
Medium · Jan 30, 2026 · Inspection
747.501(7) - Written Operational Policies - Animals
CCR reviewed the operation policy and found that the provider did not address animals on the property or related procedures.
Plain-English explanation above
- Corrected at inspection:
- No
- Correction date:
- Feb 13, 2026
- Correction verified:
- Feb 17, 2026
- Technical assistance given:
- No
Medium High · Jan 30, 2026 · Inspection
747.3705(a) - Animals at Home - No Contact with Chickens, Ducks, Reptiles
During the walk-through, CCR observed two chickens roaming around freely in the backyard where the children play.
Official text of rule 747.3705
- Corrected at inspection:
- No
- Correction date:
- Feb 13, 2026
- Correction verified:
- Feb 17, 2026
- Technical assistance given:
- Yes
Medium High · Jun 10, 2025 · Inspection
747.3935(a) - Children's Products- Review list and Remove unsafe products
The operation did not have an children's product form.
In plain English: The child-care home must check the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall list and keep recalled children's products out of the home, except antiques or items being repaired that children cannot use or reach. Each year it must certify in writing on a state form that it has done this, and it must post a notice telling parents and staff how to find the recall list. Official rule text
- Corrected at inspection:
- No
- Correction date:
- Jun 13, 2025
- Correction verified:
- Jun 16, 2025
- Technical assistance given:
- Yes
High · Jun 10, 2025 · Inspection
747.5115 - Smoke Detectors Testing
The home did not have documentation that the smoke detector had been check monthly. Corrected: The primary caregiver checked the smoke detector and documented the information.
Official text of rule 747.5115
- Corrected at inspection:
- Yes
- Correction date:
- Jun 10, 2025
- Technical assistance given:
- Yes
Medium High · Jun 10, 2025 · Inspection
747.5107(b) - Fire Extinguishers Serviced
The operation did no have documentation that the fire extinguisher had been checked monthly. Corrected: When the primary caregiver check the fire extinguisher and documented the information.
In plain English: The child-care home must inspect all fire extinguishers every month, record the date, and keep that record at the home. Extinguishers must be serviced as needed and as the manufacturer or the fire marshal requires. Official rule text
- Corrected at inspection:
- Yes
- Correction date:
- Jun 10, 2025
- Technical assistance given:
- Yes
Medium High · Apr 10, 2025 · Inspection
747.1313(b) - Pediatric First-Aid and Pediatric CPR Training -skill based and hands on
Primary caregiver did not have updated training for CPR it expired 2/2025.
Plain-English explanation above
- Corrected at inspection:
- No
- Correction date:
- May 2, 2025
- Correction verified:
- Apr 14, 2025
- Technical assistance given:
- No
Medium High · Apr 10, 2025 · Inspection
747.1313(a) - Pediatric First-Aid and Pediatric CPR Training - Primary, Assistant, and Substitute Caregivers
Primary caregiver did not have updated first aid training it expired 2/2025.
Plain-English explanation above
- Corrected at inspection:
- No
- Correction date:
- May 2, 2025
- Correction verified:
- Apr 14, 2025
- Technical assistance given:
- Yes
Medium · Dec 10, 2024 · Inspection
747.501(8) - Written Operational Policies - Promotion of Physical Activity
The operation did not have in the operational policies how they would promotion physical activity.
Plain-English explanation above
- Corrected at inspection:
- No
- Correction date:
- Dec 17, 2024
- Correction verified:
- Dec 16, 2024
- Technical assistance given:
- Yes
Medium High · Jun 18, 2024 · Inspection
747.5103 - Must Have at Least One 3A-40BC Dry Chemical Fire Extinguisher or Fire Extinguisher Approved by Fire Marshal
The fire extinguisher 1A 10 BC serviced at the daycare instead of 3A 40 BC.
In plain English: The child-care home must have at least one 3A-40BC dry chemical fire extinguisher, or another extinguisher approved by a state or local fire marshal. Official rule text
- Corrected at inspection:
- No
- Correction date:
- Jun 25, 2024
- Correction verified:
- Jun 21, 2024
- Technical assistance given:
- Yes
Source and correctionsThis page reports the state’s records for Joy Montessori; it is not a rating, a recommendation, or a background check, and may not be used for employment, tenant, credit, or insurance decisions.
Explanations follow the current rules (HHSC minimum standards, revised December 2025).