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Joyful Journeys Montessori
- licensed capacity
- 37
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $202
- year first permitted
- 2024
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About
About Joyful Journeys Montessori
Joyful Journeys Montessori is a licensed child care center in Austin, Texas. The state has permitted it since October 3, 2024, for up to 37 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM. It describes a Bilingual / immersion and Montessori approach, with preschool.
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.
InfantsMontessoriSchool-ageAccepts child care subsidyBilingual 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
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 37 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 7:30 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: 18 months to 6 years old |
|---|---|
| Programs | Preschool |
| Approach | Bilingual / immersion (multilingual), Montessori |
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 37 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Joyful Journeys Montessori has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Williamson County has a median price of $202 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$202
Home daycare$181
Toddler
Center$189
Home daycare$172
Preschool
Center$183
Home daycare$170
School age
Center$173
Home daycare$160
State record
Inspection reports for Joyful Journeys Montessori
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Full Permit
- Capacity
- 37 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Permit issued
- 2024
- License number
- #1796155
Summary
8 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Sep 15, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 2 of 8 visits · 5 rules in all · 5 corrected
- Building, equipment and play areas 2
- Records and paperwork 1
- Staff training and qualifications 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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- Sep 15, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Sep 10, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Oct 6, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
746.603(a)(2) - Children's Records - Admission Information
“Four children do not have complete admission forms.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 4, 2025
746.1315(b)(1) - CPR Training and Recertification Adhere to Guidelines-skill based
“Three staff have CPR that was taken online.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 31, 2025
- Apr 3, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Sep 25, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Jul 2, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Jun 5, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
May 2, 2024Inspection3 rules cited
746.4803 - Measurement of Use Zone for Stationary Equipment
“There is a climbing dome on the playground that does not have a 6 foot use zone around all sides. There is a fence on one side and a tree on another side that the children can fall into. I spoke to the director about this.”
The state verified the correction on May 3, 2024
746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
“Observed the weed barrier sticking out on the playground which can cause a tripping hazard. I spoke to the director about getting more loose fill or removing the barrier so that it is no longer a tripping hazard.”
The state verified the correction on May 3, 2024
746.5202(1) - Emergency Preparedness Plan - Evacuation, relocation, and sheltering/lock-down procedures
“The emergency preparedness plan was missing the following; name and address of an alternate relation site.”
The state verified the correction on May 3, 2024
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FAQ
Questions about Joyful Journeys Montessori
Is Joyful Journeys Montessori licensed?
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued October 3, 2024.
When was Joyful Journeys Montessori last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on September 15, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 8 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Joyful Journeys 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 Joyful Journeys Montessori care for?
37, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Joyful Journeys Montessori accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Joyful Journeys Montessori's hours?
Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Joyful Journeys Montessori cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (737) 247-8001 to ask.
What is Joyful Journeys Montessori's phone number?
(737) 247-8001.
Where is Joyful Journeys Montessori?
12702 Sherbourne St, Austin, TX 78729. The nearest other daycare we list is Montessori Oaks, under 0.1 miles away.