Ameen Academy
1227 West McDermott Drive, Allen, TX
Darling Kids Montessori
- licensed capacity
- 12
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $167
- year first permitted
- 2026
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About
About Darling Kids Montessori
Darling Kids Montessori is a licensed group home daycare in Allen, Texas. The state has permitted it since September 25, 2026, for up to 12 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM. As a home daycare, the provider shares the address with families when you call.
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 5 visits in the last 3 years and cited 10 rules across 3 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
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Ages served: infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
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- Type
- Group home daycare
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 12 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 6:00 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 |
|---|---|
| Setting | Group child care homeFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 12 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Darling Kids Montessori has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a home daycare in Collin County has a median price of $167 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$191
Home daycare$167
Toddler
Center$176
Home daycare$158
Preschool
Center$170
Home daycare$156
School age
Center$162
Home daycare$149
State record
Inspection reports for Darling Kids Montessori
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Full Permit
- Capacity
- 12 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Permit issued
- 2026
- License number
- #1824276
Summary
5 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Aug 26, 2026: 1 rule cited
Rules cited on 3 of 5 visits · 10 rules in all · 10 corrected
- Records and paperwork 3
- Building, equipment and play areas 3
- Health, medication and illness 2
- Food and nutrition 1
- Safety and hazards 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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Aug 26, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
747.501(1) - Written Operational Policies - Release of Children
“The operational policy/parent handbook that the primary caregivers provide to the parents at the time of enrollment did not include all the required information. Information missing included promotion of outdoor physical activity, how to contact Licensing, health checks and more. These policies were broken down on separate documents not included in the parent handbook to be issued to parents.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 9, 2026
May 21, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
747.3101(b) - Nutrition and Food Service - Follow Meal Patterns
“The operation's menu does include the following lunch components: milk and fruit.”
The state verified the correction on May 27, 2026
- Feb 17, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Nov 10, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Oct 16, 2025Inspection8 rules cited
747.603(a)(3) - Children's Records - Health Statement
“Several children in care had no health statement from a physician nor a statement from the parents saying children had been examined by a doctor.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 10, 2025
747.605(10) - Required Admission Information - Physician Information
“Two children in care did not have them name of the child's regular doctor on file.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 10, 2025
747.4603 - Measurement of Use Zone for Stationary Equipment
“The use zones for a play structure featuring two slides was less than 6 feet and was in the use zone of the swing set.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 10, 2025
747.603(a)(4) - Children's Records - Immunizations
“One child in care had no vaccination information on file.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 10, 2025
747.3501(1) - Safety - Electrical Outlets Covered
“An electrical outlet in the nap room accesible to children was found to be uncovered at the inspection.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 10, 2025
747.4607(a) - Measurement of Use Zone for Swings - in Front and Rear
“A swing set was located at the operation. The use zones behind and in front of the swing set were not clear. The use zones to side of swing set were also not clear.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 10, 2025
747.4401(2) - Safety Requirements for Active Play Equipment - Used According to Manufacturer's Instructions
“The operator had installed two play structures and did not have manufacturer's instructions for either structure, making it impossible to assess if they were being used as intended.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 10, 2025
747.605(1) - Required Admission Information - Name and Birthdate
“Two children in care had no records on file at all.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 10, 2025
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FAQ
Questions about Darling Kids Montessori
Is Darling Kids Montessori licensed?
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued September 25, 2026.
When was Darling Kids Montessori last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on August 26, 2026, with 1 rule cited. It lists 5 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Darling Kids Montessori had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 10 rules across 3 of 5 visits in the last 3 years; 10 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 Darling Kids Montessori care for?
12, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Darling Kids Montessori accept child care subsidies?
The state record does not list it as accepting subsidies. Ask the provider directly.
What are Darling Kids Montessori's hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Darling Kids Montessori cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (214) 436-1069 to ask.
What is Darling Kids Montessori's phone number?
(214) 436-1069.
Where is Darling Kids Montessori?
Allen, TX 75013. It is a home daycare, so the provider shares the street address with families directly.