Kinwest Montessori Academy
License Information
- Status
- Licensed
- License #
- 1215086
- Expires
- February 24, 2027
- Licensed Capacity
- 287 children
- Licensing Agency
- Texas HHSC
Data from Texas HHSC. Updated 2/24/2026.
State recordsInspection History
10 records- routine#862232190
No violations found. All areas in compliance.
No violations
- routine#862232189
No violations found. All areas in compliance.
No violations
- routine#862232188
No violations found. All areas in compliance.
No violations
- routine#862232187
14 violations found (8 high, 4 medium, 2 low severity).
Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - 24 Annual training
High5 out of 10 employee's records reviewed did not have 24 hours of annual training.
746.1301(a)(5)(A)Corrected 2024-08-07Mark Cleaning Supplies, Toxic Materials; Keep Separate from Food and Inaccessible to Children
HighLysol spray was on a shelf that was accessible to children. This was corrected at inspection when the caregiver moved the Lysol to an area that was not accessible to children.
746.3407(12)Corrected 2024-07-18Required Personnel Records - TB Test
Low4 out of 10 employee's records reviewed did not have a TB test.
746.901(3)Corrected 2024-08-07Storage for Individual Belongings
MediumSeveral classrooms did not have the individual storage space labeled with the child's name.
746.4505Corrected 2024-08-01Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - 30 Annual Training
High2 out of 2 director's files reviewed did not have 30 hours of annual training.
746.1301(a)(6)(A)Corrected 2024-08-07Written Operational Policies - Promotion of Physical Activity
MediumThe operational policies did not include the promotion of indoor and outdoor play, vaccine preventable diseases for employees or procedures for supporting inclusive services.
746.501(a)(18)Corrected 2024-08-01Administering Medication - Original Container with Child's Name, Date
HighMedication for a child at the operation was not in the original container.
746.3805(b)(1)Corrected 2024-08-01Safety Requirements for Play Yards - Snug Fitting Sheets
HighThe sheet in one of the playyards was not tight fitting. This was corrected at the inspection when the caregiver changed the sheet using a tight fitting sheet.
746.2411(2)(B)Corrected 2024-07-18Diaper Changing Steps-Supplies Kept Out of Child's Reach
HighDiaper creams were accessible to children in 3 classrooms. This was corrected at the inspection when the caregivers for each class moved the diaper creams out of the reach of children.
746.3501(6)Corrected 2024-07-18Employment affidavit regarding inappropriate relationship with minor
High2 out of 10 employee's records reviewed did not have the preemployment affidavit on file.
HRC 42.0563Corrected 2024-08-01Infant Care Area Furnishings and Equipment -Use of Safety Straps
HighA child in a bouncer was not properly strapped in. This was corrected at inspection when the caregiver removed the child from the bouncer.
746.2407Corrected 2024-07-18Required Admission Information - Water Activity Permission
Medium10 out of 10 children's records reviewed did not have admission information required for water activities.
746.605(10)Corrected 2024-08-01Maintenance Procedures for Active Play - Keep Records for 3 Months
MediumMonthly playground checks were not recorded as required for the past 3 months.
746.4751(d)Corrected 2024-08-01Required documentation for Vision and Hearing Screening Requirement
Low1 out of 10 children's records reviewed did not vision and hearing screening on file.
746.629(b)Corrected 2024-08-01 - routine#862232186
2 violations found (2 high severity).
AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
HighCaregiver was present in the classroom alone with children with no background check. This was corrected at inspection.
745.641Corrected 2023-07-25Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric first aid with rescue breathing and choking.
High3 staff had expired CPR/First Aid certificates.
746.1315(a)Corrected 2023-08-07 - routine#862232185
No violations found. All areas in compliance.
No violations
- routine#862232184
1 violation found (1 high severity).
Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
HighCleaning products were accessible to children in a classroom. This was corrected by the caregiver moving the cleaning products so the children could not reach them.
746.3407Corrected 2022-08-29 - routine#862232183
No violations found. All areas in compliance.
No violations
- self-report#862360109
1 violation found (1 high severity).
Prohibited Punishments - No Harsh, Cruel or Unusual
HighA caregiver inappropriately disciplined a child.
746.2805Corrected 2021-12-31 - routine#862232182
1 violation found (1 high severity).
Food Allergy Emergency Plan Signed by Parents and Health Care Professional
HighFour children with diagnosed food allergies did not have a completed allergy action plan on file.
746.3819Corrected 2021-09-21
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Estimated Tuition
$950 – $1,350/mo
By age group
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