Erika Sterling
Farmers Branch, TX 75234 · infants to school-age · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Bright Kids Montessori
- licensed capacity
- 74
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $194
- year first permitted
- 2016
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About
About Bright Kids Montessori
Bright Kids Montessori is a licensed child care center in Farmers Branch, Texas. The state has permitted it since September 1, 2016, for up to 74 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM. It describes a Montessori approach, with after-school care, infant care, pre-k and preschool. It says it provides meals.
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 8 visits in the last 3 years and cited 5 rules across 2 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsMontessoriPreschool / pre-KBefore- and after-schoolMeals providedAccepts child care subsidyOpens before 7 AM
Ages served: infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
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Ask when you call: rates, current openings, staff-to-child ratio and teacher qualifications.
- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 74 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license. It lists: 6 weeks - 12 years |
|---|---|
| Programs | After-school care, infant care, pre-k, preschool and toddler care |
| Approach | Montessori |
| Enrichment | Ballet class |
| Daily life | Meals provided; Snacks provided |
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Assistance it accepts | CCMS and CCA programs |
| Discounts | Sibling Discount - 5% |
| Accreditation | Texas Rising Star (Texas Rising Star Certified) |
| Licensed capacity | 74 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Bright Kids Montessori has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Dallas County has a median price of $194 a week (U.S. Department of Labor, 2022).
Ask the daycare for its ratesIt has not listed its tuition. The county medians below are a starting point.
Infant
Center$194
Home daycare$172
Toddler
Center$180
Home daycare$163
Preschool
Center$175
Home daycare$160
School age
Center$164
Home daycare$151
State record
Inspection reports for Bright Kids Montessori
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Full Permit
- Capacity
- 74 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Permit issued
- 2016
- License number
- #1580760
Summary
8 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Sep 21, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 2 of 8 visits · 5 rules in all · 5 corrected
- Discipline and child guidance 2
- Food and nutrition 1
- Safe sleep 1
- Supervision and ratios 1
For comparison: 78% of Texas daycares had at least one rule cited in the last 3 years; the typical daycare had 3.
A cited rule is what an inspector found on the day of a visit. It is not a rating of the daycare today.
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See all 24 visits
- Sep 21, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Nov 10, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Oct 27, 2025Inspection4 rules cited
746.1203(5) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Interact positively with children
“A caregiver was observed callng a child a crybaby.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 10, 2025
746.801(2) - Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Infant Feeding Instructions
“Infant feeding instructions were not available for1 of the 3 bottle-fed infants in the classroom. This was corrected at inspection when the parent came to the center and completed the document.”
Corrected during the visit
746.2207(a) - Screen Time Activities - Not Used for Under Two
“A caregiver was observed turning on the tv for a group of children which included children under 2 years of age.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 10, 2025
746.2207(c)(4) - Screen Time Activities - Not Used During Eating or Rest Times
“A caregiver was observed turning on the tv for children to watch while eating breakfast.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 10, 2025
- May 30, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- May 15, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
May 13, 2025Complaint investigation1 rule cited
746.1615 - Child/Caregiver Ratio - Opening/Closing
“A child younger than 18 months old was observed to be in a group with older children, including Pre-K aged children.”
The state verified the correction on May 30, 2025
- Dec 17, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Jan 23, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Oct 16, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
- Oct 12, 2023VisitNo rules cited
Show 14 earlier visits
- Sep 28, 2023VisitNo rules cited
- Mar 10, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
- Mar 1, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
- Feb 7, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
Feb 3, 2023Complaint investigation2 rules cited
746.1107(2) - Additional Minimum Qualifications for Caregivers - HS Diploma, Equivalent, Certification of Completion
“This standard was tasked as part of an investigation and found deficient. A caregiver did not meet caregiver qualifications.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 10, 2023
746.1003(3) - Director Responsibilities - Employee Assignments
“This standard was tasked as part of an investigation and found deficient. There is personnel paperwork that indicates an individual is not qualified to maintain a role of caregiver at the operation. This individual was assigned caregiver responsibilities on multiple occasions.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 10, 2023
Jan 25, 2023Complaint investigation1 rule cited
746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
“This standard was tasked as part of an investigation and found deficient. The infant classroom was over ratio by one for one caregiver.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 10, 2023
- Sep 22, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
Aug 18, 2022Complaint investigation2 rules cited
746.307(c) - Parental Notification of Less Serious Injuries
“This standard was tasked as part of an investigation and found deficient. The operation has not notified families of less serious injuries (ex: scratches and bruises) at pick up.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 22, 2022
746.801(5) - Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Employees' Attendance
“This standard was tasked as part of an investigation and found deficient. The owner/director does not have record of attendance.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 22, 2022
- Mar 18, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
Mar 9, 2022Inspection4 rules cited
746.1203(6) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Free of other activities
“One caregiver was seen sanitizing equipment and vaccuming while three children were present in the classroom.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 18, 2022
746.4309 - Fenced Outdoor Activity Space -Gates Locked
“One of the two outdoor gates were locked and the employee did not have access to a key to unlock it in case of an emergency. This was corrected at inspection when a copy of the key was given to the caregiver and added in the list of things to bring outside with children.”
Corrected during the visit
746.2409(a)(9) - Safety Requirements for Cribs - Documentation that Crib Meets Applicable Federal Rules
“One of the six cribs used in the infant classroom was recalled in January 2010. At the time of inspection, an infant was sleeping in the crib. This was corrected at inspection when the crib was removed and disposed of. The operation does not need the crib for the time being due to the enrollment in the classroom.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 18, 2022
746.501(a)(18) - Written Operational Policies - Promotion of Physical Activity
“The operational policies were missing section 18 subsections A, B, C, D, and F.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 14, 2022
- Feb 8, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
Jan 27, 2022Inspection1 rule cited
746.2426 - Infant May Not Sleep in a Restrictive Device
“One infant was observed sleeping in a swing with a blanket. This was corrected at inspection when the child was moved to a bare crib.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 8, 2022
Jan 18, 2022Inspection3 rules cited
746.3417(3) - Children Handwashing After Toileting or Diapering
“Infants hands were not washed after diaper changes.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 27, 2022
746.1203(4) - Responsibilities of Caregivers- Supervision of Children
“One classroom was not being supervised during naptime.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 27, 2022
746.3415(4) - Employee Handwashing After Diapering a Child
“A caregiver was observed not washing their hands between each diaper change.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 27, 2022
Oct 29, 2021Complaint investigation1 rule cited
746.305(a)(6) - Report Situation Placing Children at Risk
“The operation did not inform Child Care Licensing of children being placed at risk within two days of the incident occurring.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 18, 2022
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FAQ
Questions about Bright Kids Montessori
Is Bright Kids Montessori licensed?
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued September 1, 2016.
When was Bright Kids Montessori last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on September 21, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 8 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Bright Kids Montessori had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 5 rules across 2 of 8 visits in the last 3 years; 5 show a correction in the state record. For comparison: 78% of Texas daycares had at least one rule cited in the last 3 years; the typical daycare had 3. A cited rule is what an inspector found on the day of a visit. It is not a rating of the daycare today.
How many children can Bright Kids Montessori care for?
74, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Bright Kids Montessori accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Bright Kids Montessori's hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Bright Kids Montessori cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (972) 484-6400 to ask.
What is Bright Kids Montessori's phone number?
(972) 484-6400.
Where is Bright Kids Montessori?
2825 Valley View Ln Ste 221, Farmers Branch, TX 75234. The nearest other daycare we list is Hamilton Academy, 0.1 miles away.