Barbara Gaddis
Plano, TX 75023 · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Little Ivies Montessori
- licensed capacity
- 39
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $191
- year first permitted
- 2021
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About
About Little Ivies Montessori
Little Ivies Montessori is a licensed child care center in Plano, Texas. The state has permitted it since October 7, 2021, for up to 39 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 infant care, preschool, summer camp and toddler care.
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 9 visits in the last 3 years and cited 8 rules across 4 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
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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
- 39 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 |
|---|---|
| Programs | Infant care, preschool, summer camp and toddler care |
| Approach | Montessori |
| Safety | Outdoor playground |
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Assistance it accepts | CCS & CCA programs |
| Accreditation | Texas Rising Star |
| Licensed capacity | 39 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Little Ivies Montessori has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Collin 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$162
Home daycare$149
State record
Inspection reports for Little Ivies Montessori
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Full Permit
- Capacity
- 39 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Permit issued
- 2021
- License number
- #1718303
Summary
9 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jul 7, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 4 of 9 visits · 8 rules in all · 8 corrected
- Staff training and qualifications 3
- Records and paperwork 2
- Safe sleep 1
- Food and nutrition 1
- Discipline and child guidance 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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- Jul 7, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Jul 1, 2026VisitNo rules cited
May 11, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
746.401(2) - Posting Requirements - Letter or form from the most recent Licensing Inspection or Investigation
“The operation did not have their previous inspction form posted on the postings wall.”
Corrected during the visit
Apr 22, 2026Inspection5 rules cited
746.1315(b)(1) - CPR Training and Recertification Adhere to Guidelines-skill based
“One staff had CPR from an online source without the use of a manikin, NationalCPRFoundation.”
The state verified the correction on May 7, 2026
746.401(7) - Posting Requirements - Licensing Parent Notification Poster
“The operation did not have the required posting on how parents can notify Licensing but printed it during the inspection and posted it.”
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.
“The director and one other staff did not have current First Aid and CPR both expired on July 2025.”
The state verified the correction on May 7, 2026
746.2409(a)(2) - Safety Requirements for Cribs - Snug Fitting Sheets
“One of the cribs was observed to have a loose sheet in it, in which the operation removed during inspection.”
Corrected during the visit
746.2421(b) - Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days
“The four infants in care all had outdated feeding instructions with Juanuary dates.”
The state verified the correction on May 11, 2026
- Jul 9, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- May 30, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
May 28, 2025Complaint investigation1 rule cited
746.2805(1) - Prohibited Punishments - Corporal Punishment
“Through an investigation, it was determined that a caregiver tapped a child on the hands in a disciplinary manner.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 9, 2025
Jul 3, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
746.1301(a)(5)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - 24 Annual training
“I reviewed three personnel records at the inspection, all three personnel had not completed the required 24 annual training hours for the last complete training year.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 25, 2024
- Dec 11, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
- Oct 5, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
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- Aug 8, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
Aug 3, 2023Inspection2 rules cited
746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
“The operation was one child over ratio in the infant classroom. There were 5 infants with a specified age group of 0-11 months in the classroom with one caregiver. A second caregiver came into the room with a sixth infant to come back into ratio.”
Corrected during the visit
746.1605(1) - Child/Caregiver Ratio - 18 Months Difference in Age
“There was a 12 month old child in a classroom with children ages 2-5. The child was moved into the infant classroom with a caregiver.”
Corrected during the visit
Jul 24, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
“One caregiver was observed with 6 children and a specified age group of 0-11 months. This was corrected at inspection when a second caregiver was moved into the classroom.”
Corrected during the visit
Jun 6, 2023Complaint investigation1 rule cited
746.2805(8) - Prohibited Punishments - Restrictive device for time out
“Caregivers do not use highchairs for discipline. Redirection is primarily used for discipline and if needed, the time out area is a chair against the wall.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 24, 2023
- Apr 26, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
- Mar 9, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
- Jan 17, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
Jan 5, 2023Inspection2 rules cited
746.2421(b) - Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days
“Infant feeding instructions were reviewed and observed to be last updated october 2022.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 9, 2023
746.2415(b) - AP Cribs - Only Snug Fitting Sheet and Crib Mattress Cover Allowed if Infant Younger than 12 Months of Age
“Five month old was obsrved sleeping in a crib with a pillow and teddy bear.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 17, 2023
Nov 18, 2022Inspection1 rule cited
746.901 - Required Personnel Records
“I reviewed 3 personnel files and files were incomplete with missing documents.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 7, 2022
- Nov 2, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
Oct 13, 2022Inspection5 rules cited
746.5401 - Requirement of Gas Leak Inspection
“Operation did not have a updated gas inspection available for review.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 17, 2022
746.1203(4) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Supervision of Children
“Two 2 year olds were observed in classroom without a caregiver being present.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 2, 2022
746.1203(2) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know Group Responsible For
“Two caregivers did not know their childrens names and date of birth when asked.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 2, 2022
746.1203(6) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Free of other activities
“Cargiver was observed doing other duties such as opening the door for parents and in the kitchen area leaving her classroom unattneded.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 2, 2022
746.5205(1) - Fire Drill Monthly - Exit in 3 Minutes
“The operation did not complete monthly fire drills for August and September.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 17, 2022
- May 31, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
May 3, 2022Inspection7 rules cited
746.1203(4) - Responsibilities of Caregivers- Supervision of Children
“Caregiver left classroom with 5 children unattended and was out of auditorial and visual range.”
The state verified the correction on May 31, 2022
746.201(4) - Designating Director
“The operation has failed to make required waiver and has not designated a qualified director.”
The state verified the correction on May 31, 2022
745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
“The operation had 1 caregivers in the building without an active background check. Caregivers was observed in the classroom alone with 6 infants.”
The state verified the correction on May 31, 2022
746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
“One classroom was observed to be over ratio. The infant classroom had 1 caregiver to 6 infants.”
The state verified the correction on May 31, 2022
746.201(9) - Complying with Laws and Rules
“The operation is not correcting deficiencies and has been recited for the same deficiencies.”
The state verified the correction on May 31, 2022
746.2426 - Infant May Not Sleep in a Restrictive Device
“Three month old infant was observed sleeping in a restrictive device with a blanket.”
The state verified the correction on May 31, 2022
746.2401(7) - Basic Requirements for Infants - Never Unsupervised
“Infant classroom was observed with no teacher with 5 children in the classroom.”
The state verified the correction on May 31, 2022
Apr 19, 2022Inspection4 rules cited
746.2401(7) - Basic Requirements for Infants - Never Unsupervised
“Infant classroom was observed with no teacher for 1-2 minutes.”
The state verified the correction on May 3, 2022
746.4203 - Space Requirements - Under 18 Months of Age Separate from Older Children
“Classroom was observed to have children 14month to 5 years old with one caregiver.”
The state verified the correction on May 3, 2022
746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
“Two classrooms were observed to be over ratio. The infant classroom had 1 caregiver to 6 infants. The toddler classroom had 1 caregiver with the specified age group of 2 years old with 14 children.”
The state verified the correction on May 3, 2022
745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
“The operation had 2 caregivers in the building without an active background check. Caregivers were observed helping with children. Both caregivers left the building.”
The state verified the correction on May 3, 2022
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FAQ
Questions about Little Ivies Montessori
Is Little Ivies Montessori licensed?
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued October 7, 2021.
When was Little Ivies Montessori last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on July 7, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 9 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Little Ivies Montessori had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 8 rules across 4 of 9 visits in the last 3 years; 8 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 Ivies Montessori care for?
39, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Little Ivies Montessori accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Little Ivies Montessori'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 Little Ivies Montessori cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (469) 573-5142 to ask.
What is Little Ivies Montessori's phone number?
(469) 573-5142.
Where is Little Ivies Montessori?
5509 Pleasant Valley Dr Ste 800, Plano, TX 75023. The nearest other daycare we list is Soraya Montessori Academy, 0.3 miles away.