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1814 E Griffin Pkwy, Mission, TX
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Instituto Bilingue Montessori San Jose
- licensed capacity
- 185
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $144
- year first permitted
- 2014
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About
About Instituto Bilingue Montessori San Jose
Instituto Bilingue Montessori San Jose is a licensed child care center in Mission, Texas. The state has permitted it since October 17, 2014, for up to 185 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 11 visits in the last 3 years and cited 17 rules across 8 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 185 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 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 |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 185 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Instituto Bilingue Montessori San Jose has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Hidalgo County has a median price of $144 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$144
Home daycare$131
Toddler
Center$136
Home daycare$126
Preschool
Center$133
Home daycare$124
School age
Center$126
Home daycare$120
State record
Inspection reports for Instituto Bilingue Montessori San Jose
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Full Permit
- Capacity
- 185 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Permit issued
- 2014
- License number
- #1550889
Summary
11 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Apr 8, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 8 of 11 visits · 17 rules in all · 17 corrected
- Records and paperwork 3
- Building, equipment and play areas 3
- Staff training and qualifications 3
- Safety and hazards 2
- Discipline and child guidance 2
- Supervision and ratios 1
- Transportation 1
- Background checks 1
- Health, medication and illness 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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- Apr 8, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Apr 2, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
746.1605(1) - Child/Caregiver Ratio - 18 Months Difference in Age
“Two caregivers were providing care for 22 children ages 15mo to 2yo. Youngest child is 15mo and oldest child 34mo. Note: During inspection children were separated into two different classrooms.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 8, 2026
Mar 30, 2026Inspection2 rules cited
746.3701 - Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
“An AC unit is within playground and accessible to children, one of the mulch barriers is broken, two active play structures are 1'6" within each other and there is a play structure with slide underneath regular flooring (not surfacing).”
The state verified the correction on Apr 1, 2026
746.5617(a)(2) - Required Equipment in Vehicles - Emergency Medical Information
“Transportation binders taken during routes are missing parent s names / telephone numbers, emergency telephone numbers, emergency medical transport and treatment authorization forms for each child being transported. Note: This was corrected at inspection when provider made copies of the admission form to be added to the transportation binders.”
Corrected during the visit
- Jan 22, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Dec 18, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
746.301(7) - Notification of Additional Services Offered
“Operation provided transportation service prior to CCR approval. Note: This was corrected at inspection when service was reviewed and approved during inspection.”
Corrected during the visit
Dec 12, 2025Inspection3 rules cited
746.4803 - Measurement of Use Zone for Stationary Equipment
“Operation has two active play structures 3ft away from each other.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 22, 2026
746.4907(d) - Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Proper Depth Maintained
“Operation has two areas with active play equipment, the equipment is surrounded by 1-4 inch of pea gravel.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 22, 2026
746.4601(7) - Safety Requirements for Active Play Equipment - No Pinch, Crush, or Shear Points
“Play structure has broken components including broken metal and plastic parts, rotten wood, exposed screws and lifted lining.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 22, 2026
Apr 3, 2025Inspection4 rules cited
746.3701 - Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
“Play structure in the playground has oxidized material underneath the structure.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 17, 2025
746.603(a)(6) - Children's Records - Vision and Hearing Screening
“Two out of ten children's records reviewed are missing hearing / vision screening.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 17, 2025
746.1107(2) - Additional Minimum Qualifications for Caregivers - HS Diploma, Equivalent, Certification of Completion
“One out of ten staff files reviewed has a invalid high school diploma.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 17, 2025
745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
“A caregiver was present at operation and providing care for children without an active/current background check. Note: This was corrected at inspection when provider submitted a background check request and sent the employee home pending background check eligibility notice.”
Corrected during the visit
Oct 8, 2024Inspection3 rules cited
746.901(2) - Required Personnel Records- Meets Requirements
“1 of 10 personnel records reviewed was missing the documentation showing how the employee meets the minimum age and education qualifications.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 18, 2024
746.1111 - Education Outside of U.S.
“Two caregivers with education received outside of the United States did not have the documents translated into English.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 15, 2024
746.1329(c)(2) - Documentation PEDIATRIAC CPR-1st aid original certificate on file at center or copy available if licensing requests
“A caregiver was not able to provide an original certificate or letter documenting the completion of pediatric first aid and pediatric CPR upon CCR's request.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 15, 2024
May 30, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
746.3420(5) - Hand Sanitizer - Stored Out of Child's Reach When Not in Use
“Three bottles of hand sanitizers were observed on top of a shelf within children's reach in two classrooms. Note: This was CORRECTED during the inspection as the bottles of hand sanitizers were stored in an area out of children's reach.”
Corrected during the visit
- Mar 26, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
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Jan 13, 2024Complaint investigation2 rules cited
746.2805 - Prohibited Punishments - No Harsh, Cruel or Unusual
“Based on the information obtained during DFPS investigation it was determined a caregiver used inappropriate forms of discipline towards a child in care including grabbing, pulling, and dragging.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 26, 2024
746.1201(4) - AP Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Ensure No Child Abused, Neglected, or Exploited
“Based on the information obtained during DFPS investigation it was determined a child was involved in an incident that raised to the level of abuse under the care of the operation.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 26, 2024
- Jun 14, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
May 10, 2023Complaint investigation1 rule cited
746.1201(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
“The operation did not exercise good judgement by not confirming with each other if an incident had been notified to child's parents.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 14, 2023
- Dec 21, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
Aug 10, 2022Inspection3 rules cited
746.501(a)(18) - Written Operational Policies - Promotion of Physical Activity
“The operational policies reviewed were missing information on the promotion of indoor and outdoor physical activity that is consistent with Subchapter F of this chapter (relating to Developmental Activities and Activity Plan); your policies must include: (A) The benefits of physical activity and outdoor play; (B) The duration of physical activity at your operation, both indoor and outdoor; (C) The type of physical activity (structured and unstructured) that children may engage in at your operation; (D) Each setting in which your physical activity program will take place; (E) The recommended clothing and footwear that will allow a child to participate freely and safely in physical activities; and (F) A plan to ensure physical activity occurs on days when extreme weather conditions prohibit or limit outdoor play.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 17, 2022
746.603(a) - Children's Records Maintained
“2 of 6 children's records were missing the statement of the child s health from a health-care professional. 2 of 6 children's records reviewed were missing the immunization information. 2 of 6 children's records reviewed were missing the parent's authorization to obtain emergency medical care and to transport the child for emergency medical treatment. 1 of 6 children's records reviewed was missing the name, address, and telephone number of the child s physician or an emergency-care facility.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 12, 2022
746.801(1) - Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Children's Records
“There were no records available for review for 4 children in care.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 12, 2022
- May 5, 2022VisitNo rules cited
- Dec 16, 2021InspectionNo rules cited
- Dec 7, 2021VisitNo rules cited
Dec 2, 2021Inspection1 rule cited
746.1605 - Child/Caregiver Ratio - 18 Months Difference in Age
“There was more than an 18 month difference when the toddlers and an infant were combined. The oldest child was 36 months old and the youngest child was 16 months old. Note: The infant was moved to the infant room during the inspection.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 16, 2021
Oct 22, 2021Inspection1 rule cited
746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
“Ratios were not met in one of the pre-k rooms as a caregiver was caring for a total of 19 children. According to the child/caregiver ratio chart the specified age of the children in the group was 4 years of age. The maximum number of children one caregiver may supervise is 18. The room was out of ratio by one child.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 2, 2021
- Oct 1, 2021InspectionNo rules cited
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FAQ
Questions about Instituto Bilingue Montessori San Jose
Is Instituto Bilingue Montessori San Jose licensed?
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued October 17, 2014.
When was Instituto Bilingue Montessori San Jose last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on April 8, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 11 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Instituto Bilingue Montessori San Jose had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 17 rules across 8 of 11 visits in the last 3 years; 17 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 Instituto Bilingue Montessori San Jose care for?
185, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Instituto Bilingue Montessori San Jose accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Instituto Bilingue Montessori San Jose'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 Instituto Bilingue Montessori San Jose cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (956) 664-1655 to ask.
What is Instituto Bilingue Montessori San Jose's phone number?
(956) 664-1655.
Where is Instituto Bilingue Montessori San Jose?
2519 Victoria Ave, Mission, TX 78572. The nearest other daycare we list is Colegio Bilingue Trinidad, 1.1 miles away.