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Lakeside Montessori Academy
A licensed child care center in The Colony, Texas, with its state inspection history from Texas Health and Human Services (HHSC).
Program details
Program type: Licensed child care center
Address: 4995 WESTPORT DR, The Colony, TX 75056
County: Denton County
Phone: (972) 625-5253
Licensed to serve: Infant, Toddler, Pre-Kindergarten, School
Licensed capacity: 319 children
State ID (HHSC operation number): 829308
Permit: Full Permit, issued January 13, 2004
On corrective action (HHSC): No
On adverse action (HHSC): No
Corrective action and adverse action are formal steps Texas HHSC can take on a permit. The official record explains any that apply.
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Inspection history
From November 12, 2023 to November 12, 2026
- 13 inspections
- 1 investigation
- 31 citations from these visits (risk level: High 2, Medium High 12, Medium 14, Medium Low 3)
A citation means an inspector found a rule wasn't met at the time of the visit; many are corrected the same day. Read the official record for details.
Below is every visit in the state's files from September 26, 2022 to October 29, 2026, newest first: 21 visits and 55 citations in all, so the totals can be higher than the 3-year counts above. An investigation is a visit to look into a report or complaint; many find no citations. Risk level is the level Texas HHSC assigns to each rule, from low to high, as published. Technical assistance means the inspector gave guidance on the rule. The state's file does not say whether the "correct-by" date is a deadline or the day the problem was fixed, so it can fall after the verified date or in the future.
October 29, 2026 · Inspection · No citations
October 8, 2026 · Inspection · 3 citations
746.1315(b)(1) - CPR Training and Recertification Adhere to Guidelines-skill based
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: October 29, 2026 · Correction verified: October 29, 2026 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No
Inspector's notes (as published)
The opeation has one caregiver that has online only CPR.
746.3407(8) - Garbage Inaccessible to Children; Maintained in Sanitary Manner
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: October 22, 2026 · Correction verified: October 29, 2026 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No
Inspector's notes (as published)
Multiple classrooms were observed to have garbage accessible to children during inspection.
746.3301(b) - Nutrition and Food Service - Follow Meal Patterns
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: October 8, 2026 · Correction verified: October 29, 2026 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No
Inspector's notes (as published)
Children were only served veggie sticks for PM snack during the inspection. Menus reviewed show that the operation has not been serving two components.
November 13, 2025 · Inspection · No citations
October 21, 2025 · Inspection · 2 citations
746.2417(1) - Activities for Infants - Outdoor Play Daily
Risk level: Medium · Correct-by date in the state file: October 22, 2025 · Correction verified: November 13, 2025 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
It was determined that the younger infant classroom has not being going outside.
746.201(1) - Policies Comply with Rules
Risk level: High · Correct-by date in the state file: October 28, 2025 · Correction verified: November 13, 2025 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
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.
August 26, 2025 · Inspection · No citations
August 5, 2025 · Inspection · No citations
July 15, 2025 · Inspection · No citations
July 14, 2025 · Investigation · 2 citations
746.1205(a)(3) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know children's names and ages
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: August 12, 2025 · Correction verified: August 26, 2025 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
It was determined that a caregiver was unaware of the ages of children in their care during opening hours.
746.1615 - Child/Caregiver Ratio - Opening/Closing
Risk level: Medium · Correct-by date in the state file: August 12, 2025 · Correction verified: August 26, 2025 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
It was determined that the operation has 18months to school age combined past the 45 minutes allowed for opening time.
June 19, 2025 · Inspection · No citations
May 16, 2025 · Inspection · No citations
May 6, 2025 · Inspection · 11 citations
746.605(12) - Required Admission Information - Special Needs Statement
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: May 13, 2025 · Correction verified: May 16, 2025 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
Eight children files are msising the special care statements updated.
746.5625(a) - Electronic Child Safety Alarm - is equipped in each vehicle
Risk level: High · Correct-by date in the state file: June 13, 2025 · Correction verified: June 19, 2025 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
One of the vehicles being used does not have an alarm installed.
746.901(7)(A) - Required Personnel Records - signed dated statement that employee received operational policies
Risk level: Medium · Correct-by date in the state file: May 13, 2025 · Correction verified: May 16, 2025 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No
Inspector's notes (as published)
Two staff are missing a signed statement that they received the operational policies.
746.1309(a) - Documented Annual Training Area - 24 Hours Required
Risk level: Medium · Correct-by date in the state file: July 7, 2025 · Correction verified: June 19, 2025 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No
Inspector's notes (as published)
Six staff are missing the annual 24 hours of training for the last full year.
746.4609(a)(1) - Maximum Height of Play Surface - Licensed Before Sept. 1 2010 - Under 5 Years
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: June 6, 2025 · Correction verified: June 19, 2025 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
The two playgrounds do not have 6 inches of mulch for surfacing.
746.605(6) - Required Admission Information - Emergency Contact
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: May 13, 2025 · Correction verified: May 16, 2025 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No
Inspector's notes (as published)
Three children files are missing the addresses for the emergency contacts listed.
746.901(11) - Required Personnel Records- signed dated statement that employee attended abuse/neglect training
Risk level: Medium · Correct-by date in the state file: May 13, 2025 · Correction verified: May 16, 2025 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No
Inspector's notes (as published)
Two staff are missing signed statements that they have completed orientation.
746.901(4) - Required Personnel Records - Required Affidavit (Form 2985)
Risk level: Medium Low · Correct-by date in the state file: May 13, 2025 · Correction verified: May 16, 2025 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No
The inspector's notes for this citation may name a person, so we don't show them here. They are in the official record.
746.1403(a)(2)(A) - Training requirements for substitutes, volunteers, and contractors-Pre-service training
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: June 6, 2025 · Correction verified: May 12, 2025 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No
Inspector's notes (as published)
Three staff are missing pre-service training.
746.901(5) - Required Personnel Records - Required Affidavit (Form 2912)
Risk level: Medium Low · Correct-by date in the state file: May 13, 2025 · Correction verified: May 7, 2025 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No
Inspector's notes (as published)
Three staff are missing the Pre-Employment Affidavit.
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 · Correct-by date in the state file: May 16, 2025 · Correction verified: May 7, 2025 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No
Inspector's notes (as published)
One staff is missing first aid training.
July 18, 2024 · Inspection · 1 citation
746.1309(e) - Documented Annual Training- Required Content
Risk level: Medium · Correct-by date in the state file: August 9, 2024 · Correction verified: July 22, 2024 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No
Inspector's notes (as published)
Two staff are missing training in Preventing and controlling the spread of communicable diseases.
June 10, 2024 · Inspection · 12 citations
746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: June 14, 2024 · Correction verified: July 18, 2024 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
Three classrooms had broken outlet wall plates.
746.3809 - Medication No Longer Used
Risk level: Medium · Correct-by date in the state file: June 19, 2024 · Correction verified: July 18, 2024 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
One child's epiPen that is on file is expired.
746.605(13) - Required Admission Information - Special Needs Statement
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: June 19, 2024 · Correction verified: June 14, 2024 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No
Inspector's notes (as published)
Ten childrens files were observed missing the updated special care statements.
746.603(a)(4) - Children's Records - Immunizations
Risk level: Medium · Correct-by date in the state file: June 28, 2024 · Correction verified: July 18, 2024 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No
Inspector's notes (as published)
Two children files are missing immunizations.
746.1309(e) - Documented Annual Training- Required Content
Risk level: Medium · Correct-by date in the state file: June 26, 2024 · Correction verified: July 18, 2024 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No
Inspector's notes (as published)
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.
746.603(a)(3) - Children's Records - Health Statement
Risk level: Medium · Correct-by date in the state file: June 28, 2024 · Correction verified: July 18, 2024 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No
Inspector's notes (as published)
Four children files were missing health statments.
746.901(4) - Required Personnel Records - Required Affidavit
Risk level: Medium Low · Correct-by date in the state file: June 14, 2024 · Correction verified: June 14, 2024 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No
Inspector's notes (as published)
One staff files was observed missing a notarized affidavit.
746.1309(a) - Documented Annual Training Area - 24 Hours Required
Risk level: Medium · Correct-by date in the state file: June 26, 2024 · Correction verified: July 18, 2024 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
Four staff are missing the annual 24 hours for the last full year.
746.3819 - Food Allergy Emergency Plan Signed by Parents and Health Care Professional
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: June 19, 2024 · Correction verified: June 14, 2024 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No
Inspector's notes (as published)
One childs food allergy form is not signed by the doctor.
746.2421(b) - Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days
Risk level: Medium · Correct-by date in the state file: June 14, 2024 · Correction verified: June 14, 2024 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
Three infant feeding instructions have not been updated since May 2024.
746.605(10) - Required Admission Information - Water Activity Permission
Risk level: Medium · Correct-by date in the state file: June 19, 2024 · Correction verified: June 14, 2024 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No
Inspector's notes (as published)
Ten childrens files were observed missing the updated water activity information.
746.1309(c) - Documented Annual Training - 1 hour in Prevention, Recognition and Reporting of child maltreatment
Risk level: Medium · Correct-by date in the state file: June 14, 2024 · Correction verified: June 14, 2024 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No
Inspector's notes (as published)
Two staff are missing Abuse and Neglect training for the last full year.
January 4, 2024 · Inspection · No citations
October 13, 2023 · Inspection · 1 citation
746.4907(a)(1) - Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Six Inches if Equipment 5 Ft or Less
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: January 5, 2024 · Correction verified: January 4, 2024 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No
Inspector's notes (as published)
The older children's playgrounds mulch measured at 4 inches. The younger children's playground mulch was measured at 3 to 4 inches.
September 19, 2023 · Inspection · 1 citation
746.4503(b) - Cots, Beds, Mats Labeled With Child's Name
Risk level: Medium · Correct-by date in the state file: September 26, 2023 · Correction verified: October 13, 2023 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No
Inspector's notes (as published)
Nap cot procedures are not being followed in two classrooms. Children are not getting their assigned cots.
September 7, 2023 · Inspection · 12 citations
746.1309(e) - Documented Annual Training- Required Content
Risk level: Medium · Correct-by date in the state file: September 14, 2023 · Correction verified: September 14, 2023 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No
Inspector's notes (as published)
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
746.1303(7) - Orientation-Prevention & responding to allergic reactions
Risk level: Medium · Correct-by date in the state file: September 14, 2023 · Correction verified: September 14, 2023 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No
Inspector's notes (as published)
Two staff are missing orientation in Preventing and responding to emergencies due to food or an allergic reaction
746.3809 - Medication No Longer Used
Risk level: Medium · Correct-by date in the state file: September 7, 2023 · Correction verified: September 19, 2023 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
One childs medication on file was observed and was expired.
746.3701(5) - Safety - Play Materials and Equipment Safe
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: September 7, 2023 · Correction verified: September 19, 2023 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No
Inspector's notes (as published)
On the open grass play area, there were two broken toy cars.
746.2428 - No Swaddling of Infant Unless Completed Sleep Exception Form on File
Risk level: High · Correct-by date in the state file: September 7, 2023 · Correction verified: September 19, 2023 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
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.
746.1303(9) - Orientation-Handling, storage and disposing of hazardous materials
Risk level: Medium · Correct-by date in the state file: September 14, 2023 · Correction verified: September 14, 2023 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No
Inspector's notes (as published)
Two staff are missing orientation in Handling, storing, and disposing of hazardous materials.
746.5617(a)(4) - Required Equipment in Vehicles - Emergency Telephone Numbers for Each Child
Risk level: High · Correct-by date in the state file: September 8, 2023 · Correction verified: September 19, 2023 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
The bus binders were evaluated and 4 children do not have infromation for parent s names, telephone numbers, and emergency telephone numbers.
746.1311(e) - Director Annual Training - Additional required topics
Risk level: Medium · Correct-by date in the state file: September 14, 2023 · Correction verified: September 14, 2023 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No
Inspector's notes (as published)
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
746.4503(b) - Cots, Beds, Mats Labeled With Child's Name
Risk level: Medium · Correct-by date in the state file: September 11, 2023 · Correction verified: September 19, 2023 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
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.
746.801(11) - Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Fire Inspection Report, Including Written Approval for Above/Below Ground Level Care
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: September 15, 2023 · Correction verified: September 15, 2023 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No
Inspector's notes (as published)
The fire inspection was not available for review during the inspection.
746.5617(a)(2) - Required Equipment in Vehicles - Emergency Medical Information
Risk level: High · Correct-by date in the state file: September 8, 2023 · Correction verified: September 19, 2023 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
The bus binders were evaluated and seven children do not have emergency medical transport and treatment authorization information.
746.4907(a)(1) - Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Six Inches if Equipment 5 Ft or Less
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: September 29, 2023 · Correction verified: October 13, 2023 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
The older childrens playgrounds mulch measured at 2 to 4 inches. The younger childrens playground mulch was measured at 2 to 3 inches.
April 3, 2023 · Inspection · 1 citation
746.4907(a)(1) - Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Six Inches if Equipment 5 Ft or Less
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: May 3, 2023 · Correction verified: May 2, 2023 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No
Inspector's notes (as published)
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.
March 9, 2023 · Inspection · 1 citation
745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
Risk level: High · Correct-by date in the state file: March 9, 2023 · Correction verified: March 20, 2023 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
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.
March 8, 2023 · Investigation (the program reported it to the state) · 2 citations
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 activity
Risk level: High · Correct-by date in the state file: March 30, 2023 · Correction verified: April 3, 2023 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
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.
746.4907(a)(1) - Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Six Inches if Equipment 5 Ft or Less
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: March 24, 2023 · Correction verified: April 3, 2023 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
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.
September 26, 2022 · Inspection · 6 citations
746.2419(6) - Requirements for Feeding Infants - Label Bottles/Cups
Risk level: Medium High · Corrected during the visit · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
Several bottles and training cups were not labled with infants'/toddlers' names.
746.2428 - No Swaddling of Infant Unless Completed Sleep Exception Form on File
Risk level: High · Corrected during the visit · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
3 infants were observed swaddled while napping.
746.611(b) - Health Statement on File within 1 Week of Admission
Risk level: Medium · Correct-by date in the state file: October 3, 2022 · Correction verified: October 3, 2022 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
2 children were missing health statements.
746.4501(b) - Chairs - Safety Straps Used if Required by Manufacturer
Risk level: Medium · Corrected during the visit · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
Several infants were observed with unfastened safety straps when sitting at their tables.
746.3701(1) - Safety - Electrical Outlets Covered
Risk level: Medium High · Corrected during the visit · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
Several classrooms were observed to uncovered electrical outlets.
746.907(b) - Personnel Record Storage - Training Records
Risk level: Medium Low · Correct-by date in the state file: October 17, 2022 · Correction verified: November 18, 2022 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
6 of the 11 employee records were not current on their annual training.
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All three are published by the Texas Health and Human Services Commission, Child Care Licensing, on data.texas.gov under CC0 1.0. State files updated November 12, 2026. We show the state's text as published, except that we restore apostrophes the files print as "?". Program details last checked October 21, 2026.