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Lakeside Montessori Academy

Licensed Center in THE COLONY, Texas · Full Permit · permit issued January 13, 2004

State record presented as of November 5, 2026

Address: 4995 WESTPORT DR, THE COLONY, TX 75056 2297
Operation type: Licensed Center
Type of issuance: Full Permit
Permit issued: January 13, 2004
Operation number: 829308
Licensed capacity: 319 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	19
Reports (complaints, incidents, self-reports) on record	2
Assessments on record	0
Standards evaluated across those visits	4,074
Citations recorded	55
Record covers	September 26, 2022 – October 29, 2026

Citations by the state’s risk levels

High	8
Medium High	20
Medium	23
Medium Low	4

Visits and findings, newest first

InspectionOctober 29, 2026No citation recorded at this visit0 of 3 standards cited at this visit

InspectionOctober 8, 20263 citations recorded3 of 621 standards cited at this visit

746.3407(8) - Garbage Inaccessible to Children; Maintained in Sanitary MannerRisk level: Medium High

Multiple classrooms were observed to have garbage accessible to children during inspection.

Correction verified by the state on October 29, 2026.

746.3301(b) - Nutrition and Food Service - Follow Meal PatternsRisk level: Medium High

Children were only served veggie sticks for PM snack during the inspection. Menus reviewed show that the operation has not been serving two components.

Correction verified by the state on October 29, 2026.

746.1315(b)(1) - CPR Training and Recertification Adhere to Guidelines-skill basedRisk level: Medium High

The opeation has one caregiver that has online only CPR.

Correction verified by the state on October 29, 2026.

InspectionNovember 13, 2025No citation recorded at this visit0 of 1 standards cited at this visit

InspectionOctober 21, 20252 citations recorded2 of 649 standards cited at this visit

746.201(1) - Policies Comply with RulesRisk level: High

The operational policies were missing the following; (15) water activites, (17) animals, (18) duration of indoor and outdoor physical, (19) Procedures for providing and applying sunscreen and bug spray. (24) the emergency prepardness plan, (30) Procedures for supporting inclusive services to children with special care needs.

Correction verified by the state on November 13, 2025. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.2417(1) - Activities for Infants - Outdoor Play DailyRisk level: Medium

It was determined that the younger infant classroom has not being going outside.

Correction verified by the state on November 13, 2025. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

InspectionAugust 26, 2025No citation recorded at this visit0 of 2 standards cited at this visit

InspectionAugust 5, 2025No citation recorded at this visit

InspectionJuly 15, 2025No citation recorded at this visit

ReportJuly 14, 20252 citations recorded2 of 8 standards cited at this visit

746.1615 - Child/Caregiver Ratio - Opening/ClosingRisk level: Medium

It was determined that the operation has 18months to school age combined past the 45 minutes allowed for opening time.

Correction verified by the state on August 26, 2025. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.1205(a)(3) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know children's names and agesRisk level: Medium High

It was determined that a caregiver was unaware of the ages of children in their care during opening hours.

Correction verified by the state on August 26, 2025. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

InspectionJune 19, 2025No citation recorded at this visit0 of 2 standards cited at this visit

InspectionMay 16, 2025No citation recorded at this visit0 of 5 standards cited at this visit

InspectionMay 6, 202511 citations recorded11 of 912 standards cited at this visit

746.901(7)(A) - Required Personnel Records - signed dated statement that employee received operational policiesRisk level: Medium

Two staff are missing a signed statement that they received the operational policies.

Correction verified by the state on May 16, 2025.

746.605(6) - Required Admission Information - Emergency ContactRisk level: Medium High

Three children files are missing the addresses for the emergency contacts listed.

Correction verified by the state on May 16, 2025.

746.4609(a)(1) - Maximum Height of Play Surface - Licensed Before Sept. 1 2010 - Under 5 YearsRisk level: Medium High

The two playgrounds do not have 6 inches of mulch for surfacing.

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

746.1315(a) - Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric first aid with rescue breathing and choking.Risk level: Medium High

One staff is missing first aid training.

Correction verified by the state on May 7, 2025.

746.605(12) - Required Admission Information - Special Needs StatementRisk level: Medium High

Eight children files are msising the special care statements updated.

Correction verified by the state on May 16, 2025. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.1403(a)(2)(A) - Training requirements for substitutes, volunteers, and contractors-Pre-service trainingRisk level: Medium High

Three staff are missing pre-service training.

Correction verified by the state on May 12, 2025.

746.901(5) - Required Personnel Records - Required Affidavit (Form 2912)Risk level: Medium Low

Three staff are missing the Pre-Employment Affidavit.

Correction verified by the state on May 7, 2025.

746.1309(a) - Documented Annual Training Area - 24 Hours RequiredRisk level: Medium

Six staff are missing the annual 24 hours of training for the last full year.

Correction verified by the state on June 19, 2025.

746.901(4) - Required Personnel Records - Required Affidavit (Form 2985)Risk level: Medium Low

Two staff are missing the Notarized Affidavits.

Correction verified by the state on May 16, 2025.

746.901(11) - Required Personnel Records- signed dated statement that employee attended abuse/neglect trainingRisk level: Medium

Two staff are missing signed statements that they have completed orientation.

Correction verified by the state on May 16, 2025.

746.5625(a) - Electronic Child Safety Alarm - is equipped in each vehicleRisk level: High

One of the vehicles being used does not have an alarm installed.

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

InspectionJuly 18, 20241 citation recorded1 of 6 standards cited at this visit

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

Two staff are missing training in Preventing and controlling the spread of communicable diseases.

Correction verified by the state on July 22, 2024.

InspectionJune 10, 202412 citations recorded12 of 627 standards cited at this visit

746.1309(a) - Documented Annual Training Area - 24 Hours RequiredRisk level: Medium

Four staff are missing the annual 24 hours for the last full year.

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

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

Four children files were missing health statments.

Correction verified by the state on July 18, 2024.

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

One childs food allergy form is not signed by the doctor.

Correction verified by the state on June 14, 2024.

746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and EquipmentRisk level: Medium High

Three classrooms had broken outlet wall plates.

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

746.603(a)(4) - Children's Records - ImmunizationsRisk level: Medium

Two children files are missing immunizations.

Correction verified by the state on July 18, 2024.

746.605(13) - Required Admission Information - Special Needs StatementRisk level: Medium High

Ten childrens files were observed missing the updated special care statements.

Correction verified by the state on June 14, 2024.

746.3809 - Medication No Longer UsedRisk level: Medium

One child's epiPen that is on file is expired.

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

746.901(4) - Required Personnel Records - Required AffidavitRisk level: Medium Low

One staff files was observed missing a notarized affidavit.

Correction verified by the state on June 14, 2024.

746.2421(b) - Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 DaysRisk level: Medium

Three infant feeding instructions have not been updated since May 2024.

Correction verified by the state on June 14, 2024. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

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

The following is missing for the staff training hours from the last full year; -Two staff are missing training inEmergency preparedness. -Five staff are missing training in Preventing and controlling the spread of communicable diseases. -One staff is missing training in Administering medication. -Three are missing training in Preventing and responding to emergencies due to food or an allergic reaction. -Six staff are missing training in Understanding building and physical premises safety. -Two staff are missing training in Handling, storing, and disposing of hazardous materials.

Correction verified by the state on July 18, 2024.

746.605(10) - Required Admission Information - Water Activity PermissionRisk level: Medium

Ten childrens files were observed missing the updated water activity information.

Correction verified by the state on June 14, 2024.

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

Two staff are missing Abuse and Neglect training for the last full year.

Correction verified by the state on June 14, 2024.

InspectionJanuary 4, 2024No citation recorded at this visit0 of 1 standards cited at this visit

InspectionOctober 13, 20231 citation recorded1 of 2 standards cited at this visit

746.4907(a)(1) - Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Six Inches if Equipment 5 Ft or LessRisk level: Medium High

The older children's playgrounds mulch measured at 4 inches. The younger children's playground mulch was measured at 3 to 4 inches.

Correction verified by the state on January 4, 2024.

InspectionSeptember 19, 20231 citation recorded1 of 6 standards cited at this visit

746.4503(b) - Cots, Beds, Mats Labeled With Child's NameRisk level: Medium

Nap cot procedures are not being followed in two classrooms. Children are not getting their assigned cots.

Correction verified by the state on October 13, 2023.

InspectionSeptember 7, 202312 citations recorded12 of 636 standards cited at this visit

746.4503(b) - Cots, Beds, Mats Labeled With Child's NameRisk level: Medium

Nap cot procedures are not being followed throughout each classroom. The children's nap cots in the classrooms were labeled with numbers, but there is not a system in place where children will get the same cot everyday.

Correction verified by the state on September 19, 2023. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.5617(a)(4) - Required Equipment in Vehicles - Emergency Telephone Numbers for Each ChildRisk level: High

The bus binders were evaluated and 4 children do not have infromation for parent s names, telephone numbers, and emergency telephone numbers.

Correction verified by the state on September 19, 2023. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.3701(5) - Safety - Play Materials and Equipment SafeRisk level: Medium High

On the open grass play area, there were two broken toy cars.

Correction verified by the state on September 19, 2023.

746.3809 - Medication No Longer UsedRisk level: Medium

One childs medication on file was observed and was expired.

Correction verified by the state on September 19, 2023. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.5617(a)(2) - Required Equipment in Vehicles - Emergency Medical InformationRisk level: High

The bus binders were evaluated and seven children do not have emergency medical transport and treatment authorization information.

Correction verified by the state on September 19, 2023. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.801(11) - Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Fire Inspection Report, Including Written Approval for Above/Below Ground Level CareRisk level: Medium High

The fire inspection was not available for review during the inspection.

Correction verified by the state on September 15, 2023.

746.1303(9) - Orientation-Handling, storage and disposing of hazardous materialsRisk level: Medium

Two staff are missing orientation in Handling, storing, and disposing of hazardous materials.

Correction verified by the state on September 14, 2023.

746.1303(7) - Orientation-Prevention & responding to allergic reactionsRisk level: Medium

Two staff are missing orientation in Preventing and responding to emergencies due to food or an allergic reaction

Correction verified by the state on September 14, 2023.

746.2428 - No Swaddling of Infant Unless Completed Sleep Exception Form on FileRisk level: High

An infant was observed awake in a crib, in a sleep sack swaddle. The swaddle type was wrapped around the childs torso. The sleep sack swaddle was removed off of the infant.

Correction verified by the state on September 19, 2023. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

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

Ten staff files were observed and missing the following; Two staff are missing the annual training hours in Handling, storing, and disposing of hazardous materials. Two staff files are missing the annual training houts in Preventing and responding to emergencies due to food or an allergic reaction

Correction verified by the state on September 14, 2023.

746.4907(a)(1) - Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Six Inches if Equipment 5 Ft or LessRisk level: Medium High

The older childrens playgrounds mulch measured at 2 to 4 inches. The younger childrens playground mulch was measured at 2 to 3 inches.

Correction verified by the state on October 13, 2023. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.1311(e) - Director Annual Training - Additional required topicsRisk level: Medium

The director is missing the annual training hours in; -Handling, storing, and disposing of hazardous materials -Preventing and responding to emergencies due to food or an allergic reaction

Correction verified by the state on September 14, 2023.

InspectionApril 3, 20231 citation recorded1 of 3 standards cited at this visit

746.4907(a)(1) - Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Six Inches if Equipment 5 Ft or LessRisk level: Medium High

The 4 year old and older playground does not have the required 6 inches of mulch. Some areas have 3 inches and one area has 5 inches.

Correction verified by the state on May 2, 2023.

InspectionMarch 9, 20231 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

Two staff were present at the operation caring for children in classrooms, and did not have an active background check on file.The backgrounds checks were ran while at the operation and the two staff were sent home.

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

ReportMarch 8, 2023Self-reported by the operation2 citations recorded2 of 2 standards cited at this visit

746.4907(a)(1) - Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Six Inches if Equipment 5 Ft or LessRisk level: Medium High

The 4 year old and older playgrounds mulch measures at 1 inch to 3 inches. At one part of the playground the liner is exposed.

Correction verified by the state on April 3, 2023. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.1205(a)(4) - Supervision ensures each child?s safety, well-being, including physical proximity and auditory or visual awareness of each child?s on going activityRisk level: High

Based on evidence obtained, children are not supervised adequately on the playground resulting in an injury that required medical attention. Observations made during the investigation inspection showed caregivers not intervening as children inappropriately used playground equipment.

Correction verified by the state on April 3, 2023. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

InspectionSeptember 26, 20226 citations recorded6 of 585 standards cited at this visit

746.907(b) - Personnel Record Storage - Training RecordsRisk level: Medium Low

6 of the 11 employee records were not current on their annual training.

Correction verified by the state on November 18, 2022. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.2428 - No Swaddling of Infant Unless Completed Sleep Exception Form on FileRisk level: High

3 infants were observed swaddled while napping.

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

746.3701(1) - Safety - Electrical Outlets CoveredRisk level: Medium High

Several classrooms were observed to uncovered electrical outlets.

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

746.611(b) - Health Statement on File within 1 Week of AdmissionRisk level: Medium

2 children were missing health statements.

Correction verified by the state on October 3, 2022. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.2419(6) - Requirements for Feeding Infants - Label Bottles/CupsRisk level: Medium High

Several bottles and training cups were not labled with infants'/toddlers' names.

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

746.4501(b) - Chairs - Safety Straps Used if Required by ManufacturerRisk level: Medium

Several infants were observed with unfastened safety straps when sitting at their tables.

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

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