The Montessori Learning House Bilingual School
1000 E Eldorado Pkwy Ste 170, Little Elm, TX
4.5· 62 reviews
Little Elephant Montessori Academy
- licensed capacity
- 136
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $191
- year first permitted
- 2021
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About Little Elephant Montessori Academy
Little Elephant Montessori Academy is a licensed child care center in Little Elm, Texas. The state has permitted it since January 21, 2021, for up to 136 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 Bilingual / immersion and Montessori 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 6:30 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 136 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 to 6 years |
|---|---|
| Programs | After-school care, infant care, preschool, summer camp and toddler care |
| Approach | Bilingual / immersion (Spanish language immersion), Montessori |
| Enrichment | Art, Music, Yoga |
| Safety | Outdoor playground |
| Licensed capacity | 136 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Little Elephant Montessori Academy has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Denton County has a median price of $191 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$191
Home daycare$167
Toddler
Center$176
Home daycare$158
Preschool
Center$170
Home daycare$156
School age
Center$159
Home daycare$146
State record
Inspection reports for Little Elephant Montessori Academy
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Full Permit
- Capacity
- 136 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Permit issued
- 2021
- License number
- #1708966
Summary
6 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jun 17, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 3 of 6 visits · 4 rules in all · 4 corrected
- Staff training and qualifications 2
- Discipline and child guidance 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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- Jun 17, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
May 29, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
746.1311(e) - Director Annual Training - Additional required topics
“The second director was missing training in medication, food allergies and Handling, storing, and disposing of hazardous materials.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 12, 2026
May 28, 2026Complaint investigation1 rule cited
746.2803(4) - Discipline - Positive Methods of Discipline and Guidance
“Based on the findings from the investigation, it was determined that a caregiver employed disciplinary methods that did not foster self-esteem, self-control, or self-direction in the children.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 17, 2026
- Jul 8, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Aug 20, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
746.5101(a) - Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
“The annual fire inspection was not updated and expired on 12/14/2023.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 3, 2024
746.1315(b) - Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric CPR
“Six out of ten staff members have expired CPR/First-aid training.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 3, 2024
- Apr 25, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Oct 11, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
746.3819 - Food Allergy Emergency Plan Signed by Parents and Health Care Professional
“Ten children's files were reviwed. Two children diagnosed with food allergies did not have a food allergy emergency plan: One child didn't have a food allergy plan available during the inspection and one child food allergy plan was not signed by parents and physician.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 19, 2023
- Apr 18, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
- Apr 15, 2023VisitNo rules cited
- Jan 25, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
Show 3 earlier visits
- Jan 12, 2023VisitNo rules cited
Dec 8, 2022Inspection2 rules cited
746.5101(b) - Annual Fire Inspection - Conducted by Fire Marshal
“The annual fire inspection report was expired since 3/15/2021.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 14, 2022
746.5202(1) - Emergency Preparedness Plan - Evacuation, relocation, and sheltering/lock-down procedures
“The emergency preparedness plan was missing a statement regarding how the operation will: 1- how your staff will continue to care for the children until each child has been released; 2- how you will reunify the children with their parents as the evacuation, relocation, or sheltering/lock-down is lifted.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 13, 2022
- Jan 25, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
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FAQ
Questions about Little Elephant Montessori Academy
Is Little Elephant Montessori Academy licensed?
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued January 21, 2021.
When was Little Elephant Montessori Academy last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on June 17, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 6 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Little Elephant Montessori Academy 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 Little Elephant Montessori Academy care for?
136, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Little Elephant Montessori Academy accept child care subsidies?
The state record does not list it as accepting subsidies. Ask the provider directly.
What are Little Elephant Montessori Academy'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 Little Elephant Montessori Academy cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (972) 632-6743 to ask.
What is Little Elephant Montessori Academy's phone number?
(972) 632-6743.
Where is Little Elephant Montessori Academy?
560 E Eldorado Pkwy, Little Elm, TX 75068. The nearest other daycare we list is The Montessori Learning House Bilingual School, under 0.1 miles away.