Village Montessori

Licensed Center in HOUSTON, Texas · Full Permit · permit issued April 11, 2024

State record presented as of November 5, 2026

Address: 1629 W 34TH ST, HOUSTON, TX 77018 6215
Operation type: Licensed Center
Type of issuance: Full Permit
Permit issued: April 11, 2024
Operation number: 1784443
Licensed capacity: 270 children
Ages served: Infant,Toddler,Pre-Kindergarten,School
Schedule: Mon,Tue,Wed,Thu,Fri · 06:30 AM-06:30 PM
Conditions on permit: NO

The record at a glance

Inspections on record	29
Reports (complaints, incidents, self-reports) on record	4
Assessments on record	2
Standards evaluated across those visits	4,887
Citations recorded	53
Record covers	September 15, 2023 – June 23, 2026

Citations by the state’s risk levels

High	14
Medium High	18
Medium	18
Medium Low	1
Low	2

Visits and findings, newest first

InspectionJune 23, 20261 citation recorded1 of 2 standards cited at this visit

746.301(2) - Notification of Change in SpaceRisk level: Medium

The operation was using the requested space prior to approval from licensing.

Correction verified by the state on July 21, 2026. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

InspectionMay 19, 2026No citation recorded at this visit

ReportMay 18, 20261 citation recorded1 of 3 standards cited at this visit

746.303(a)(4) - Report Change in DirectorRisk level: Medium High

The permit holder or designee did not notify Licensing of the change of director.

Correction verified by the state on June 26, 2026. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

InspectionFebruary 20, 20266 citations recorded6 of 751 standards cited at this visit

746.605(10) - Required Admission Information - Physician InformationRisk level: Medium

Two children enrolled in care did not have the required physician/emergency-care facility address.

Correction verified by the state on February 26, 2026.

746.4751(b) - Maintenance Procedures for Active Play - Monthly Maintenance ChecklistRisk level: Medium

The operation did not have a monthly maintenance checklist available for review.

Correction verified by the state on February 25, 2026. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.1111 - Education Outside of U.S.Risk level: Medium

A caregiver with a foreign degree was not translated into English.

Correction verified by the state on March 13, 2026. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.3819 - Food Allergy Emergency Plan Signed by Parents and Health Care ProfessionalRisk level: Medium High

A child's food allergy from did not have a parent signature.

Correction verified by the state on February 24, 2026.

746.5101(a) - Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 MonthsRisk level: High

The operation did not have available for review a current fire inspection.

Correction verified by the state on June 9, 2026. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.611(a)(1) - Required Health Statement - Written, dated within past year, indicates child is physically able to participate in operation's child-care programRisk level: Low

A child enrolled in care for over a year did not have a required health statement.

Correction verified by the state on February 25, 2026. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

InspectionJanuary 13, 2026No citation recorded at this visit0 of 1 standards cited at this visit

InspectionJuly 30, 20252 citations recorded2 of 21 standards cited at this visit

746.3701 - Safety - Areas Free From HazardsRisk level: Medium High

Exposed screws were seen sticking out of the playhouse and an exposed pipe was within reach of children. This was corrected when the operation used bins to cover the pipe and removed the exposed screws from the playhouse.

Corrected at the time of inspection. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.4505 - Storage for Individual BelongingsRisk level: Medium

The classroom did not have a space set up for each child's personal belongings.

Correction verified by the state on August 1, 2025.

InspectionJuly 23, 2025No citation recorded at this visit0 of 1 standards cited at this visit

InspectionJune 30, 2025No citation recorded at this visit0 of 1 standards cited at this visit

InspectionJune 17, 20251 citation recorded1 of 5 standards cited at this visit

746.4901(a) - Active Play Surfacing In Use Zones - Loose Fill or Unitary SurfacingRisk level: Medium High

The stationary equipment with the slide measures under the 6 feet use zone requirement.

Correction verified by the state on July 23, 2025. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

InspectionJune 3, 20251 citation recorded1 of 2 standards cited at this visit

745.8311(b) - Waiver/Variance - Comply w/ each condition while in effectRisk level: High

CCR observed that the operation did not meet the conditions for a waiver. CCR observed a child climbing on the playground equipment mound/stairs while another child was on the slide without a caregiver supervising the slide area.

Correction verified by the state on June 30, 2025. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

InspectionMay 19, 20257 citations recorded7 of 7 standards cited at this visit

746.1311(c) - Director Annual Training -Required 1 hour in prevention, recognition and reporting of child maltreatmentRisk level: Medium

The operation was not able to provide the certificate or letter of completion including all of the requirements such as the trainer's qualifications.

Correction verified by the state on June 17, 2025. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.4901(a) - Active Play Surfacing In Use Zones - Loose Fill or Unitary SurfacingRisk level: Medium High

The stationary equipment with the slide measures under the 6 feet use zone requirement.

Correction verified by the state on June 17, 2025. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.1309(c) - Documented Annual Training - 1 hour in Prevention, Recognition and Reporting of child maltreatmentRisk level: Medium

Training documentation reviewed did not include the certificate or letter containing all of the training documentation requirements.

Correction verified by the state on June 17, 2025. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.1329(b)(5) - Documentation of Training Requirements - Trainer's QualificationsRisk level: Low

The certificates do not state how the trainer qualifies.

Correction verified by the state on June 17, 2025. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.2805(5) - Prohibited Punishments - Humiliating, Rejecting, YellingRisk level: High

A caregiver was heard yelling at a child. Note: the owner was prompted to address the caregiver and check on the child.

Correction verified by the state on June 3, 2025. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

745.8311(b) - Waiver/Variance - Comply w/ each condition while in effectRisk level: High

CCR observed that the operation did not meet the conditions for a waiver. CCR observed a child climbing on the playground equipment mound/stairs while another child was sliding without a caregiver supervising the slide area.

Correction verified by the state on June 3, 2025. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.1309(e) - Documented Annual Training- Required ContentRisk level: Medium

The operation was not able to provide the certificate or letter of completion including all of the requirements such as the trainer's qualifications.

Correction verified by the state on June 17, 2025. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

InspectionApril 22, 20256 citations recorded6 of 525 standards cited at this visit

746.4901(a) - Active Play Surfacing In Use Zones - Loose Fill or Unitary SurfacingRisk level: Medium High

The operation has two stationary with slides on a surface that lacks six feet around the perimeter in all directions. Note: The operation added additional unitary surfacing, but the two stationary with slides are not meeting six feet on the unitary surfacing.

Correction verified by the state on May 19, 2025. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.1311(c) - Director Annual Training -Required 1 hour in prevention, recognition and reporting of child maltreatmentRisk level: Medium

The director is missing child mistreatment training.

Correction verified by the state on May 19, 2025.

746.2415(b) - AP Cribs - Only Snug Fitting Sheet and Crib Mattress Cover Allowed if Infant Younger than 12 Months of AgeRisk level: High

CCR observed an infant under 12 months old sleeping in a crib with a speaker tied to a string hanging on the wall of the crib.

Correction verified by the state on May 6, 2025. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

745.8311(b) - Waiver/Variance - Comply w/ each condition while in effectRisk level: High

CCR observed that the operation not meet the conditions for a waiver. CCR observed a child climbing on the playground equipment mound/stairs while another child was sliding.

Correction verified by the state on May 19, 2025. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.1309(c) - Documented Annual Training - 1 hour in Prevention, Recognition and Reporting of child maltreatmentRisk level: Medium

Six caregivers are missing child mistreatment training.

Correction verified by the state on May 19, 2025. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.1309(e) - Documented Annual Training- Required ContentRisk level: Medium

Six caregiver is missing food allergic training.

Correction verified by the state on May 19, 2025. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

InspectionFebruary 28, 20251 citation recorded1 of 1 standards cited at this visit

746.4901(a) - Active Play Surfacing In Use Zones - Loose Fill or Unitary SurfacingRisk level: Medium High

The operation has two stationary with slides on a surface that lack a six-feet rom the perimeter in all directions.

Correction verified by the state on April 22, 2025. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

InspectionJanuary 27, 20251 citation recorded1 of 4 standards cited at this visit

746.4901(a) - Active Play Surfacing In Use Zones - Loose Fill or Unitary SurfacingRisk level: Medium High

The operation has two bouncing springfree trampolines and two stationary equipment with slides that are not on the unitary surfacing.

Correction verified by the state on February 28, 2025. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

AssessmentJanuary 21, 20251 citation recorded1 of 1 standards cited at this visit

746.303(b) - Report Number of EmployeesRisk level: Medium Low

A review of the Employees Who Left Employment in 2024 data from January 17, 2025, revealed that the center had not reported the number of employees who left employment in 2024 by January 15, 2025, as required.

Correction verified by the state on January 27, 2025. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

InspectionJanuary 8, 20252 citations recorded2 of 3 standards cited at this visit

746.4803 - Measurement of Use Zone for Stationary EquipmentRisk level: Medium

The use zone for stationary equipment is less than 6 feet from the poles supporting the sunshade, and there are two staircases located beside the exit slide.

Correction verified by the state on February 6, 2025. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.4601(2) - Safety Requirements for Active Play Equipment - Used According to Manufacturer's InstructionsRisk level: Medium High

The operation cares for children younger than five years of age, and on the playground, there is a dome climbing equipment.

Correction verified by the state on January 27, 2025. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

InspectionJanuary 6, 20251 citation recorded1 of 91 standards cited at this visit

746.3407(9) - Floors, ceilings and Walls in Good Repair and CleanRisk level: Medium High

Under the sink in the infant's room, which the operation wants to expand, there is exposed concrete that is chipped and accessible to children, along with a baseboard peeling off the wall.

Correction verified by the state on January 8, 2025. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

InspectionNovember 19, 20242 citations recorded2 of 92 standards cited at this visit

746.3501(6) - Diaper Changing Steps-Supplies Kept Out of Child's ReachRisk level: Medium High

CCR observed a diaper cream ointment with the cap closed in the child's mouth during a diaper change. Correction: The caregiver took the diaper cream ointment out of the infant's mouth.

Corrected at the time of inspection. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.3503(d) - Diaper Changing Equipment - Hand-washing Sink in Diaper Changing AreaRisk level: Medium High

The infant room that the operation wants to add to the space does not have a working hand-washing sink.

Correction verified by the state on December 2, 2024. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

InspectionOctober 18, 2024No citation recorded at this visit0 of 2 standards cited at this visit

InspectionOctober 1, 20242 citations recorded2 of 757 standards cited at this visit

746.3407(12) - Mark Cleaning Supplies, Toxic Materials; Keep Separate from Food and Inaccessible to ChildrenRisk level: High

During the walkthrough, I observed several cleaning products in an unlocked sink cabinet that is accessible to children.

Correction verified by the state on October 18, 2024. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.4805(a) - Measurement of Use Zone for Slides - in Front of Access and on SidesRisk level: Medium High

The use zone to enter the slides and the exit of the slide is not six feet from the perimeter. Also, the operation has a climbing tower that is not six feet away from the perimeter.

Correction verified by the state on October 18, 2024. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

InspectionAugust 26, 2024No citation recorded at this visit0 of 1 standards cited at this visit

InspectionAugust 22, 20242 citations recorded2 of 3 standards cited at this visit

746.401(2) - Posting Requirements - Letter or form from the most recent Licensing Inspection or InvestigationRisk level: Medium

The most recent inspection form was not posted, the one posted was dated 7/17/2024. The last inspection was conducted on 7/31/2024.

Correction verified by the state on August 22, 2024. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operationRisk level: High

An employee was present with a pending background check. The employee inside the operation performing job duties.

Correction verified by the state on August 26, 2024. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

ReportAugust 12, 20241 citation recorded1 of 2 standards cited at this visit

746.3407(9) - Floors, ceilings and Walls in Good Repair and CleanRisk level: Medium High

It was observed in the Orchid restroom tiles were missing in the ceiling. Corrected: When the operation had someone come replace the ceiling tiles.

Corrected at the time of inspection.

InspectionJuly 31, 2024No citation recorded at this visit0 of 90 standards cited at this visit

InspectionJuly 17, 2024No citation recorded at this visit0 of 1 standards cited at this visit

InspectionJuly 2, 20241 citation recorded1 of 3 standards cited at this visit

745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operationRisk level: High

Employee in the foyer area with they piano out had a pending background check. Corrected: When the person left for the day.

Corrected at the time of inspection. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

InspectionJune 25, 20242 citations recorded2 of 4 standards cited at this visit

746.2407 - Infant Care Area Furnishings and Equipment -Use of Safety StrapsRisk level: Medium High

An infant sitting in a high chair was not strap in.

Correction verified by the state on July 2, 2024. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.1205(a)(2) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know number of children responsible forRisk level: High

Caregiver stated they had 15 children when I counted they had 16 children in care. In a different classroom a caregiver stated they had 12 children when I counted they were 13 children in care.

Correction verified by the state on July 2, 2024. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

ReportJune 18, 20241 citation recorded1 of 1 standards cited at this visit

745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operationRisk level: High

They are two contract employees, the security guard and kitchen employee with out the required CBCU background check.

Correction verified by the state on July 2, 2024. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

InspectionMay 30, 20241 citation recorded1 of 1 standards cited at this visit

745.621(a)(2) - AP Initial background checks submitted - At the time you hire someoneRisk level: High

During the walkthrough I observed a caregiver supervising 12 children between 18-24 months without a cleared eligible background check.

Correction verified by the state on June 10, 2024. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

ReportMay 23, 2024No citation recorded at this visit0 of 1 standards cited at this visit

InspectionMarch 7, 20242 citations recorded2 of 703 standards cited at this visit

746.1305(b) - Pre-service Training for Caregivers of Children Under 24 MonthsRisk level: Medium High

Three caregivers working with children 24 months and younger are missing baby shaken syndrome training.

Correction verified by the state on March 26, 2024. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.603(a)(3) - Children's Records - Health StatementRisk level: Medium

Two children did not have a health statement on file or any document stating they would bring one in within 12 months.

Correction verified by the state on March 26, 2024. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

InspectionFebruary 15, 2024No citation recorded at this visit0 of 318 standards cited at this visit

InspectionDecember 18, 2023No citation recorded at this visit0 of 236 standards cited at this visit

AssessmentOctober 25, 20231 citation recorded1 of 1 standards cited at this visit

HRC42.041(a) - Illegal Operation - Not LicensedRisk level: High

It was determine the operation subject to regulation was operating without a permit.

Correction verified by the state on October 27, 2023. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

InspectionSeptember 15, 20237 citations recorded7 of 1,252 standards cited at this visit

746.4913 - Required Documentation for Unitary Surfacing MaterialsRisk level: Medium

The operation did not have documentation on their unitary surfacing that is installed on the playground.

Correction verified by the state on October 20, 2023. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.3401(a) - Annual Sanitation InspectionRisk level: Medium High

The operation did not have an sanitation inspection.

Correction verified by the state on October 9, 2023. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.5202(1) - Emergency Preparedness Plan - Evacuation, relocation, and sheltering/lock-down proceduresRisk level: Medium High

The operation is missing how they would evacuate children younger then 24 months out of the operation doing an emergency.

Correction verified by the state on September 15, 2023. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.4003(a)(7) - First Aid Kit Incomplete - Thermometer, preferably non-glassRisk level: Medium

The operation did not have a thermometer in their first aid kit.

Correction verified by the state on October 9, 2023. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.5101(a) - Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 MonthsRisk level: High

The operation did not have a fire inspection.

Correction verified by the state on October 26, 2023. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.501(a)(22) - Written Operational Policies Procedures for Parent Review Licensing Reports & How to Access RulesRisk level: Medium

The operation did not have in their operational policies on how parents can find the most recent inspection form.

Correction verified by the state on September 15, 2023. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.501(a)(12) - Written Operational Policies - Vision and Hearing ScreeningRisk level: Medium

In the operational policies the operation did not have children needing a vision and hearing test conducted.

Correction verified by the state on September 15, 2023.

This page presents the state’s record for this operation as of November 5, 2026; it is a dated presentation, not a live register. If something here does not match the operation’s current state record, file a correction report.