737 BUNKER HILL RD, Houston, TX 77024 · (346) 319-3994 · State permit no. 1732418
Between Jan 12, 2022 (the first state visit on record) and Oct 20, 2026, the state cited Memorial Garden Montessori School for 17 deficiencies — the Texas HHSC term for rule violations — over 11 routine inspections and 1 other visit (investigations or paperwork reviews); 4 were under rules the state weights High. The rule cited most often here is 746.3809 (2 times, most recently Jun 16, 2025).
The state lists Memorial Garden Montessori School as serving infant, toddler, pre-kindergarten, and school-age children, open 07:30 AM to 05:30 PM (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri). Programs on file: School Age Care, Snacks Provided, Part Time Care, Field Trips. Program type: Child Care Program.
All 17 violations, newest first
4 rules cited at Memorial Garden Montessori School changed after some of these citations (marked “rule revised”), so the wording that applied at the time may differ from our plain-English explanation.
Medium High · Jun 11, 2026 · Inspection
746.1315(b)(1) - CPR Training and Recertification Adhere to Guidelines-skill based
One caregiver completed online Pediatric CPR training.
In plain English: Each caregiver and the center director must hold a current certificate in pediatric first aid (including rescue breathing and choking) and in pediatric CPR. A new caregiver may work with children before getting the CPR certificate, but at least one employee or caregiver with a current pediatric CPR certificate must be on the premises whenever children are in care. Official rule text
- Corrected at inspection:
- No
- Correction date:
- Jun 19, 2026
- Correction verified:
- Jun 16, 2026
- Technical assistance given:
- No
Medium High · Jun 11, 2026 · Inspection
746.1301(a)(2)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Pre-Service Training
One caregiver needs 24 clock hours of pre-service training.
In plain English: New employees must complete orientation within seven days and before being alone with children, and caregivers must complete 24 hours of pre-service training (8 hours before being counted in the ratio and 16 more within 90 days) unless exempt. Caregivers and the director must complete pediatric first aid within 90 days and before being alone with children, and pediatric CPR within 90 days, keep both current, complete annual training every 12 months (24 hours for caregivers, 30 for the director), and take extra yearly training if they transport children under nine or take children to a pool. Official rule text (single-rule page)
- Corrected at inspection:
- No
- Correction date:
- Jun 19, 2026
- Correction verified:
- Jun 22, 2026
- Technical assistance given:
- Yes
High · Jun 11, 2026 · Inspection
745.8311(b) - Waiver/Variance - Comply w/ each condition while in effect
During today's inspection, children were observed using the swing set without a caregiver positioned at the back of the swing set as required by the variance. Additionally, a soft barrier was not installed on the fence located behind the swing set.
Official text of rule 745.8311
- Corrected at inspection:
- No
- Correction date:
- Jul 17, 2026
- Correction verified:
- Jul 28, 2026
- Technical assistance given:
- Yes
Medium · Jun 16, 2025 · Inspection
746.3809 - Medication No Longer Used
Observed expired allergy medication stored in the medication cabinet. NOTE: The medication was removed and returned to the parent.
Plain-English explanation above
- Corrected at inspection:
- Yes
- Correction date:
- Jun 16, 2025
- Technical assistance given:
- No
Medium Low · Jan 28, 2025 · Assessment
746.303(b) - Report Number of Employees
The operation has not reported to CCR the number of employees who ceased working at the center in 2024 within the required timeframe.
In plain English: The center must tell the state in writing within five days when its designee, the head of its governing body, their address, or its director changes. Each year by January 15, it must report online how many employees stopped working there during the previous year. Official rule text
- Corrected at inspection:
- No
- Correction date:
- Jan 29, 2025
- Correction verified:
- Jan 28, 2025
- Technical assistance given:
- No
Medium High · Jun 24, 2024 · Inspection
746.3819 - Food Allergy Emergency Plan Signed by Parents and Health Care Professional
The food Allergy Emergency Plans were not signed by both the parent and the physician for children with documented food allergies.
In plain English: For each child with a food allergy diagnosed by a health-care professional, the center must have a food allergy emergency plan signed and dated by the child's health-care professional and parent. A copy must be kept in the child's file. Official rule text
- Corrected at inspection:
- No
- Correction date:
- Jul 1, 2024
- Correction verified:
- Jul 1, 2024
- Technical assistance given:
- Yes
Medium · Jun 24, 2024 · Inspection
746.1309(f) - Documented Annual Training - Remaining training hour topics
1 out of 4 staff files evaluated did not contain training in the following topics: Preventing and Controlling the Spread of Communicable Diseases Understanding Building and Physical Premises Safety Handling, Storing and Disposing Hazardous Materials Understanding and Responding to Food Allergies Administering Medication
In plain English: A caregiver's 24 hours of yearly training must fit the ages of the children in their care and cover set topics, including at least six hours on areas such as child development or guidance and discipline, and at least one hour on preventing, recognizing, and reporting child abuse and neglect. At least five of the hours must be instructor-led, and caregivers of children under 24 months must also have one hour on shaken baby syndrome, infant sleep practices and SIDS, and early brain development. Official rule text · rule revised September 2024
- Corrected at inspection:
- No
- Correction date:
- Jul 8, 2024
- Correction verified:
- Jul 1, 2024
- Technical assistance given:
- No
Medium High · Jul 13, 2023 · Inspection
746.1107(2) - Additional Minimum Qualifications for Caregivers - HS Diploma, Equivalent, Certification of Completion
1 out of 8 employee files evaluated did not contain verification of meeting the minimum educatoinal requirements.
In plain English: Each caregiver must be at least 18 years old and have a high school diploma, a high school equivalent, or a high school certificate of coursework completion, in addition to meeting the standards for all employees. Official rule text
- Corrected at inspection:
- No
- Correction date:
- Jul 27, 2023
- Correction verified:
- Jul 14, 2023
- Technical assistance given:
- No
High · Jul 13, 2023 · Inspection
746.605(7) - Required Admission Information - Release Information
1 out of 8 children's files evaluated did not contain the name and phone number for a release contact person. Note: This was corrected at inspection.
In plain English: Before admitting a child, the center must collect set information, including the child's name and birth date, how to reach the parents, an emergency contact for when parents can't be reached, the people allowed to pick up the child, and permission to get emergency medical care. It must also record the child's special care needs, any allergies with a food allergy emergency plan if needed, and permission for transportation, field trips, or water activities if the center offers them. Official rule text · rule revised September 2024
- Corrected at inspection:
- Yes
- Correction date:
- Jul 13, 2023
- Technical assistance given:
- Yes
Medium High · Jul 13, 2023 · Inspection
746.4807(a) - Measurement of Use Zone for Swings - in Front and Rear
The distance in the rear of the swing does not meet use zone requirements. It does not extend twice the height of the vertical distance from the swing beam to the protective surfacing. An additional 5 ft is needed.
Official text of rule 746.4807
- Corrected at inspection:
- No
- Correction date:
- Aug 18, 2023
- Correction verified:
- Aug 7, 2023
- Technical assistance given:
- Yes
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Medium · Jul 13, 2023 · Inspection
746.3809 - Medication No Longer Used
Expired medication was observed during the inspection. Note: The provider disposed of the expired medication during inspection.
Plain-English explanation above
- Corrected at inspection:
- Yes
- Correction date:
- Jul 13, 2023
- Technical assistance given:
- No
Medium · Mar 3, 2022 · Inspection
746.401(2) - Posting Requirements - Letter or form from the most recent Licensing Inspection or Investigation
I did not observe most recent inspection posted. Note: corrected during inspection.
In plain English: The center must keep certain items posted at all times, including its license, the letter or form from its most recent licensing inspection or investigation, its emergency evacuation diagram, each group's activity plan, the daily menu, and a list of current employees' first and last names. It must also post required state notices and phone numbers and a list of children's food allergies that need an emergency plan. Official rule text
- Corrected at inspection:
- Yes
- Correction date:
- Mar 3, 2022
- Technical assistance given:
- No
High · Jan 12, 2022 · Inspection
746.2409(a)(9) - Safety Requirements for Cribs - Documentation that Crib Meets Applicable Federal Rules
I did not observe documentation to show cribs meet required federal rules.
In plain English: Each crib must have a firm, flat mattress made for that crib model that fits snugly with no added padding, snug-fitting sheets, secure hardware, slats no more than 2 3/8 inches apart, documentation that it meets federal crib standards, and a label with the infant's name (or a number with an assignment map). Cribs must be sanitized before another infant uses them, and an infant may never be left in a crib with the drop gate down. Official rule text
- Corrected at inspection:
- No
- Correction date:
- Jan 26, 2022
- Correction verified:
- Jan 12, 2022
- Technical assistance given:
- Yes
High · Jan 12, 2022 · Inspection
746.201(1) - Policies Comply with Rules
I did not observe written operational policies with completed information available for review.
In plain English: The permit holder must set and follow policies that meet the state minimum standards, name a qualified director who is responsible on site every day, make sure staff report suspected abuse directly to the state hotline, and keep the number of children in care within the licensed capacity. It must also let parents visit any time during operating hours without prior approval and follow the state child-care licensing law and rules. Official rule text · rule revised March 2023
- Corrected at inspection:
- No
- Correction date:
- Jan 26, 2022
- Correction verified:
- Jan 12, 2022
- Technical assistance given:
- Yes
Medium High · Jan 12, 2022 · Inspection
746.3407(9) - Floors, ceilings and Walls in Good Repair and Clean
I observe parts of the operation with unfinished walls and building still having construction happening in several rooms.
In plain English: The center must clean, repair, and maintain its building, 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:
- Jan 26, 2022
- Correction verified:
- Jan 26, 2022
- Technical assistance given:
- Yes
Medium High · Jan 12, 2022 · Inspection
746.1015 - Director Qualifications - 13 or More Children
The designated director does not meet qualifications.
Official text of rule 746.1015
- Corrected at inspection:
- No
- Correction date:
- Jan 26, 2022
- Correction verified:
- Jan 26, 2022
- Technical assistance given:
- Yes
Medium · Jan 12, 2022 · Inspection
746.4003(a) - First Aid Kit - Incomplete Kit
I did not observe complete first aid kit available in the operation.
In plain English: Each first-aid kit must hold a first-aid guide, adhesive tape, antiseptic, adhesive bandages, scissors, sterile gauze pads, a thermometer, tweezers, and waterproof disposable gloves. None of the supplies may be expired. Official rule text · rule revised March 2023
- Corrected at inspection:
- No
- Correction date:
- Jan 26, 2022
- Correction verified:
- Jan 26, 2022
- Technical assistance given:
- No
Source and correctionsThis page reports the state’s records for Memorial Garden Montessori School; 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).