iBloom Montessori
7650 Bent Branch Dr, Irving, TX
4.4· 47 reviews
Kinwest Montessori Academy
- licensed capacity
- 287
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $194
- year first permitted
- 2011
We are a directory, not the daycare. We cannot hold a spot, enroll a child or answer questions about care.
Own this daycare? Claim it
About
About Kinwest Montessori Academy
Kinwest Montessori Academy is a licensed child care center in Irving, Texas. The state has permitted it since February 24, 2011, for up to 287 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 Montessori approach, with full-time care, infant care, part-time care and preschool.
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 11 visits in the last 3 years and cited 16 rules across 3 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsMontessoriSchool-ageSummer camp
Ages served: infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
6 wk
6 mo
1
2
3
4
5
6
8
10
12 yr
Ask when you call: rates, current openings, staff-to-child ratio and teacher qualifications.
- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 287 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. It lists: 6 weks to 9 years old |
|---|---|
| Programs | Full-time care, infant care, part-time care, preschool, summer camp and toddler care |
| Approach | Montessori |
| Enrichment | Music, Spanish, Mandarin, PE, Greenhouse, Art, Chess, Nutrition/Cooking, Basic Programming |
| Licensed capacity | 287 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Kinwest Montessori Academy has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Dallas County has a median price of $194 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$194
Home daycare$172
Toddler
Center$180
Home daycare$163
Preschool
Center$175
Home daycare$160
School age
Center$164
Home daycare$151
State record
Inspection reports for Kinwest Montessori Academy
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Full Permit
- Capacity
- 287 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Permit issued
- 2011
- License number
- #1215086
Summary
11 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Sep 3, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 3 of 11 visits · 16 rules in all · 16 corrected
- Records and paperwork 3
- Safety and hazards 3
- Health, medication and illness 3
- Building, equipment and play areas 2
- Staff training and qualifications 2
- Discipline and child guidance 1
- Supervision and ratios 1
- Background checks 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.
Own this daycare? Add your response to the state record
See all 16 visits
- Sep 3, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Sep 1, 2026VisitNo rules cited
- Jul 15, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Jun 29, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Jun 26, 2026Visit1 rule cited
746.2805(3) - Prohibited Punishments - Grabbing and Pulling
“This standard was evaluated in regards to an investigation and found deficient. A caregiver was grabbing a child's arms and hands to restrain them.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 15, 2026
- Jun 4, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Jun 3, 2026Visit1 rule 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
“A child was left unsupervised in a classroom for approximately 7 minutes.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 29, 2026
- Feb 17, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Mar 17, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Jul 31, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Show 6 earlier visits
Jul 18, 2024Inspection14 rules cited
746.629(b) - Required documentation for Vision and Hearing Screening Requirement
“1 out of 10 children's records reviewed did not vision and hearing screening on file.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 25, 2024
HRC 42.0563 - Employment affidavit regarding inappropriate relationship with minor
“2 out of 10 employee's records reviewed did not have the preemployment affidavit on file.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 26, 2024
746.4505 - Storage for Individual Belongings
“Several classrooms did not have the individual storage space labeled with the child's name.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 31, 2024
746.605(10) - Required Admission Information - Water Activity Permission
“10 out of 10 children's records reviewed did not have admission information required for water activities.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 26, 2024
746.1301(a)(5)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - 24 Annual training
“5 out of 10 employee's records reviewed did not have 24 hours of annual training.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 7, 2024
746.3501(6) - Diaper Changing Steps-Supplies Kept Out of Child's Reach
“Diaper creams were accessible to children in 3 classrooms. This was corrected at the inspection when the caregivers for each class moved the diaper creams out of the reach of children.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 31, 2024
746.501(a)(18) - Written Operational Policies - Promotion of Physical Activity
“The operational policies did not include the promotion of indoor and outdoor play, vaccine preventable diseases for employees or procedures for supporting inclusive services.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 26, 2024
746.3407(12) - Mark Cleaning Supplies, Toxic Materials; Keep Separate from Food and Inaccessible to Children
“Lysol spray was on a shelf that was accessible to children. This was corrected at inspection when the caregiver moved the Lysol to an area that was not accessible to children.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 31, 2024
746.1301(a)(6)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - 30 Annual Training
“2 out of 2 director's files reviewed did not have 30 hours of annual training.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 7, 2024
746.2411(2)(B) - Safety Requirements for Play Yards - Snug Fitting Sheets
“The sheet in one of the playyards was not tight fitting. This was corrected at the inspection when the caregiver changed the sheet using a tight fitting sheet.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 31, 2024
746.901(3) - Required Personnel Records - TB Test
“4 out of 10 employee's records reviewed did not have a TB test.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 7, 2024
746.4751(d) - Maintenance Procedures for Active Play - Keep Records for 3 Months
“Monthly playground checks were not recorded as required for the past 3 months.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 26, 2024
746.3805(b)(1) - Administering Medication - Original Container with Child's Name, Date
“Medication for a child at the operation was not in the original container.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 26, 2024
746.2407 - Infant Care Area Furnishings and Equipment -Use of Safety Straps
“A child in a bouncer was not properly strapped in. This was corrected at inspection when the caregiver removed the child from the bouncer.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 31, 2024
Jul 25, 2023Inspection2 rules cited
745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
“Caregiver was present in the classroom alone with children with no background check. This was corrected at inspection.”
Corrected during the visit
746.1315(a) - Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric first aid with rescue breathing and choking.
“3 staff had expired CPR/First Aid certificates.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 8, 2023
- Feb 22, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
Aug 29, 2022Inspection1 rule cited
746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
“Cleaning products were accessible to children in a classroom. This was corrected by the caregiver moving the cleaning products so the children could not reach them.”
Corrected during the visit
- Dec 1, 2021InspectionNo rules cited
Nov 29, 2021Visit1 rule cited
746.2805 - Prohibited Punishments - No Harsh, Cruel or Unusual
“A caregiver inappropriately disciplined a child.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 21, 2022
Reviews
Parent reviews
No parent reviews yet
If your child goes or went here, your review helps other parents. We check every review against our review guidelines.
Daycares near Kinwest Montessori Academy
Jung Sook Han
Irving, TX 75063 · infants to school-age · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Jhansi Solasa
Irving, TX 75063 · infants to preschool · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Saritha Billa
Irving, TX 75063 · infants to preschool · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Bluebonnet Montessori
Irving, TX 75063 · toddlers to school-age · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Jyothi Yennam
Irving, TX 75063 · toddlers to school-age · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Life Time Kids Camp
7320 N State Highway 161, Irving, TX
Kids R Kids of Las Colinas
2990 Regent Blvd, Irving, TX
Kinderranch
Irving, TX 75063 · toddlers to school-age · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
5.0· 29 reviews
FAQ
Questions about Kinwest Montessori Academy
Is Kinwest Montessori Academy licensed?
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued February 24, 2011.
When was Kinwest Montessori Academy last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on September 3, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 11 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Kinwest Montessori Academy had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 16 rules across 3 of 11 visits in the last 3 years; 16 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 Kinwest Montessori Academy care for?
287, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Kinwest Montessori Academy accept child care subsidies?
The state record does not list it as accepting subsidies. Ask the provider directly.
What are Kinwest Montessori Academy'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 Kinwest Montessori Academy cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (972) 401-8311 to ask.
What is Kinwest Montessori Academy's phone number?
(972) 401-8311.
Where is Kinwest Montessori Academy?
1009 Kinwest Pkwy, Irving, TX 75063.