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Houston, TX 77091 · infants to school-age · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Garden Montessori School - Oak Forest
- licensed capacity
- 140
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $185
- year first permitted
- 2023
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About
About Garden Montessori School - Oak Forest
Garden Montessori School - Oak Forest is a licensed child care center in Houston, Texas. The state has permitted it since December 19, 2023, for up to 140 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. It describes a Bilingual / immersion, Montessori and Reggio Emilia approach, with after-school care, infant care, preschool and summer camp.
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 6 visits in the last 3 years and cited 4 rules across 3 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsMontessoriBefore- and after-schoolSummer campBilingual program
Ages served: infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 140 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Programs | After-school care, infant care, preschool, summer camp and toddler care |
| Approach | Bilingual / immersion (Spanish), Montessori, Reggio Emilia |
| Enrichment | Music, movement, and athletics |
| Transportation | Transportation (transportation from local schools) |
| Languages | Spanish |
| More | Founded 2003 |
| Licensed capacity | 140 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Garden Montessori School - Oak Forest has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Harris County has a median price of $185 a week (U.S. Department of Labor, 2022).
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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 Garden Montessori School - Oak Forest
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Full Permit
- Capacity
- 140 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Permit issued
- 2023
- License number
- #1774236
Summary
6 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Aug 10, 2026: 1 rule cited
Rules cited on 3 of 6 visits · 4 rules in all · 4 corrected
- Health, medication and illness 2
- Records and paperwork 2
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 10, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
746.3401(a) - Annual Sanitation Inspection
“The operation has not had a health inspection completed since April 29, 2025..”
The state verified the correction on Aug 27, 2026
Dec 15, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
746.801(5) - Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Employees' Attendance
“The director's time sheets was not available during the inspection.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 9, 2026
746.801(18) - Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Children's Product Certification
“Children's Products Certification forms have not been completed since 2023.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 22, 2025
Dec 18, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
746.3809 - Medication No Longer Used
“An epi- pen for a food allergy plan was expired on 06/27/2024”
The state verified the correction on Dec 20, 2024
- Jun 28, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Feb 7, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Dec 5, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
Oct 24, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
746.605(6) - Required Admission Information - Emergency Contact
“During review of record keeping 1 out of 10 records did not include the address for the emergency contact.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 25, 2023
Aug 22, 2023Inspection2 rules cited
746.301(2) - Notification of Change in Space
“During the inspection the operation was found to have been utilizing added outdoor space without notifying licensing.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 21, 2023
746.5015(c) - Safety Requirements for Sprinkler Play - Equipment and Water Hoses Kept Out of Child's Reach
“During the walkthrough I observed a water hose on the playground accessbile to children in care. This was corrected when the director removed the water hose.”
Corrected during the visit
May 18, 2023Inspection7 rules cited
746.201(1) - Policies Comply with Rules
“The operational policies were incomplete and/or lacked all the required information, reference standard 746.501 (a) (1-30) (b). The operational policies lacked and/or required clarity 746.501(5, 7, 8 9, 10, 13, 15, 18, 22, 23, 24, 26, and 30).”
The state verified the correction on May 23, 2023
746.4751(c) - Maintenance Procedures for Active Play - Hazards Removed or Repaired
“The play equipment had mildew.”
The state verified the correction on May 23, 2023
746.3701(3) - Safety - Air Conditioners, Fans, Heaters Safeguarded
“The air conditioners did not have a safety screen or guard.”
The state verified the correction on May 23, 2023
746.4805(a) - Measurement of Use Zone for Slides - in Front of Access and on Sides
“The use zone of the slides is less than 6 feet. It is obstructed by the barriers used around the play area of the slide.”
The state verified the correction on May 23, 2023
746.5101(a) - Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
“The fire inspection is schedued for 05/22/23.”
The state verified the correction on May 23, 2023
746.3401(a) - Annual Sanitation Inspection
“The health inspection is scheduled for 05/19/23.”
The state verified the correction on May 23, 2023
746.1015 - Director Qualifications - 13 or More Children
“The director does not meet the qualifications. A variance has been submitted.”
Corrected during the visit
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FAQ
Questions about Garden Montessori School - Oak Forest
Is Garden Montessori School - Oak Forest licensed?
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued December 19, 2023.
When was Garden Montessori School - Oak Forest last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on August 10, 2026, with 1 rule cited. It lists 6 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Garden Montessori School - Oak Forest had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 4 rules across 3 of 6 visits in the last 3 years; 4 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 Garden Montessori School - Oak Forest care for?
140, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Garden Montessori School - Oak Forest accept child care subsidies?
The state record does not list it as accepting subsidies. Ask the provider directly.
What are Garden Montessori School - Oak Forest's hours?
Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Garden Montessori School - Oak Forest cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (281) 694-7207 to ask.
What is Garden Montessori School - Oak Forest's phone number?
(281) 694-7207.
Where is Garden Montessori School - Oak Forest?
1126 W Tidwell Rd, Houston, TX 77091. The nearest other daycare we list is Gayle Benjamin Childcare, 0.6 miles away.