Education Station
3111 Highway 6, Sugar Land, TX
4.7· 45 reviews
First Colony Montessori South
- licensed capacity
- 120
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $185
- year first permitted
- 1985
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About
About First Colony Montessori South
First Colony Montessori South is a licensed child care center in Sugar Land, Texas. The state has permitted it since November 15, 1985, for up to 120 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:30 PM. It describes a Montessori approach, with infant care, preschool and toddler care.
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 11 visits in the last 3 years and cited 19 rules across 7 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsMontessoriSchool-ageCameras for parentsAccepts child care subsidy
Ages served: infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
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Ask when you call: rates, current openings and staff-to-child ratio.
- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- 7:00 AM to 6:30 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 120 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 7:00 AM to 6:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:00 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:00 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Thursday | 7:00 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Friday | 7:00 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license. It lists: 6 weeks - 6 years |
|---|---|
| Programs | Infant care, preschool and toddler care |
| Approach | Montessori |
| Enrichment | Art, Basketball, Dance, Fitness, Music, Piano Instrument, Soccer, Spanish, Yoga (electives) |
| Staff | Certified Montessori Guides who are trained Montessorians |
| Safety | Cameras / live video for parents (free live streaming video to computer or mobile device) |
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Parent updates | Parent app (Montessori Compass) |
| Licensed capacity | 120 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
First Colony Montessori South has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Fort Bend County has a median price of $185 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$185
Home daycare$164
Toddler
Center$172
Home daycare$155
Preschool
Center$167
Home daycare$153
School age
Center$156
Home daycare$144
State record
Inspection reports for First Colony Montessori South
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Full Permit
- Capacity
- 120 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Permit issued
- 1985
- License number
- #174739- 684
Summary
11 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Sep 3, 2026: 1 rule cited
Rules cited on 7 of 11 visits · 19 rules in all · 18 corrected
- Records and paperwork 6
- Building, equipment and play areas 3
- Safety and hazards 2
- Health, medication and illness 2
- Supervision and ratios 2
- Staff training and qualifications 1
- Food and nutrition 1
- Background checks 1
- Safe sleep 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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Sep 3, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
“The unitary surfacing still is unleveled on the pre-k playground.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 30, 2026
Aug 14, 2026Visit1 rule cited
746.5101(b) - Annual Fire Inspection - Conducted by Fire Marshal
“The operation still has not provided a Fire Inspection Report. The last Inspection was January 13, 2022.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 14, 2026
Jul 22, 2026Visit1 rule cited
746.1015 - Director Qualifications - 13 or More Children
“The operation has been operating without a qualified director in place. The operation has not had a director for the past 30 days.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 20, 2026
Jun 29, 2026Inspection11 rules cited
746.605(6) - Required Admission Information - Emergency Contact
“Out of the eight files reviewed, there were three children that were missing their Emergency Contact’s Address.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 23, 2026
746.501(a)(23) - Written Operational Policies - Procedures parents access minimum standards online, TX A/N hotline, and HHSC website
“The operation did not have how parents would contact HHSC in the operational policies.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 23, 2026
746.501(a)(18)(A) - Written Operational Policies - Benefits
“The operation did not have the required information for promtion indoor and outdoor play.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 23, 2026
746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
“The Unitary surfacing is unlevel on the pre-k playground.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 3, 2026
746.2421(b) - Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days
“The Operation does not have Infant feeding Instruction forms signed by parent.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 23, 2026
746.4913 - Required Documentation for Unitary Surfacing Materials
“Operation does not have documentation of the playground Unitary Surfacing.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 23, 2026
746.603(a)(3) - Children's Records - Health Statement
“There were three children’s files missing their Healthcare Provider Statement out of the eight files evaluated.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 23, 2026
745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
“Two contract workers were observed with 7 children, without staff present. They did not have the required Background Check on file. This was put into compliance when contractors left the building.”
Corrected during the visit
746.901(4) - Required Personnel Records - Required Affidavit (Form 2985)
“Four people are missing Affidavit forms.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 10, 2026
746.5101(b) - Annual Fire Inspection - Conducted by Fire Marshal
“The Operation does not have the Fire Inspection Report from this year. The last Inspection was January 13, 2022.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 14, 2026
746.501(a)(20) - Written Operational Policies - Parent Rights
“The operation did not have Parent Rights in the operational polices.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 23, 2026
Jul 9, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
746.4503(b) - Cots, Beds, Mats Labeled With Child's Name
“Nap mats were not labeled in two classrooms.”
Corrected during the visit
746.3809 - Medication No Longer Used
“Medication was expired for two children in care.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 10, 2025
Jan 22, 2025Visit1 rule cited
746.303(b) - Report Number of Employees
“A review of the Employees Who Left Employment in 2024 data revealed that the center had not reported the number of employees who left employment in 2024 by January 15, 2025, as required”
The state verified the correction on Jan 24, 2025
- Aug 13, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Jun 21, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- May 20, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
May 17, 2024Visit2 rules cited
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
“Two caregivers left a three-year-old unsupervised in the restroom.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 21, 2024
746.1205(a)(2) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know number of children responsible for
“Two caregivers did not know a three-year-old was missing from their group.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 21, 2024
Show 7 earlier visits
- Jan 29, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Oct 10, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
Oct 2, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
“The infant room has one caregiver to seven infants. The specified age group is twelve months. This puts the caregiver over ratio by two infants.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 10, 2023
- Jun 26, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
Jun 15, 2023Complaint investigation1 rule cited
746.1201(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
“Good judgment was not demonstrated when two caregivers failed to use the outdoor playground designated for the group of children they were caring for. The caregivers also remained on the playground despite instruction from daycare management to return indoors due to weather concerns.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 10, 2023
Oct 24, 2022Inspection1 rule cited
746.603(a)(4) - Children's Records - Immunizations
“14 children files were reviewed. Two children are missing current immunization records.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 27, 2022
Nov 19, 2021Inspection6 rules cited
746.4751(c) - Maintenance Procedures for Active Play - Hazards Removed or Repaired
“The outdoor activity space contains six holes in the unitary surfacing material, creating a tripping hazard. The stairs to the climbing structure require maintenance due to exposed metal caused by wear/tear.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 26, 2022
746.2905(1) - Children Not Required to Sleep - May Not Force Child to Sleep
“A caregiver was heard commanding two children to close their eyes and go to sleep during the first hour of the nap period. Note: the director addressed the caregiver during the inspection.”
Corrected during the visit
746.1315(b)(1) - CPR Training and Recertification Adhere to Guidelines-skill based
“CPR training for the infant caregiver and the director was obtained via online instruction.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 6, 2021
746.801(2) - Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Infant Feeding Instructions
“Infant feeding instructions for one child in care were last updated 10.12.21. Infant feeding instructions were not made available for review for another child enrolled in care.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 6, 2021
746.3819 - Food Allergy Emergency Plan Signed by Parents and Health Care Professional
“A food allergy plan is not on record for one child with a diagnosed food allergy per the enrollment form.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 10, 2021
746.5535(a)(1) - Install CO Detection System-Electric or Battery Operated-on Every Level of Each Building
“The carbon monoxide detector was last tested 09.20.21 and requires replacement per the director.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 6, 2021
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FAQ
Questions about First Colony Montessori South
Is First Colony Montessori South licensed?
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued November 15, 1985.
When was First Colony Montessori South last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on September 3, 2026, with 1 rule cited. It lists 11 visits in the last 3 years.
Has First Colony Montessori South had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 19 rules across 7 of 11 visits in the last 3 years; 18 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 First Colony Montessori South care for?
120, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does First Colony Montessori South accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are First Colony Montessori South's hours?
Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:30 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does First Colony Montessori South cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (281) 980-6100 to ask.
What is First Colony Montessori South's phone number?
(281) 980-6100.
Where is First Colony Montessori South?
2511 Williams Trace Blvd, Sugar Land, TX 77479. The nearest other daycare we list is Education Station, 0.2 miles away.