East Ridge Academy
6310 Eastridge Dr, Dallas, TX
Saint Christopher Montessori
- licensed capacity
- 153
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $194
- year first permitted
- 1986
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About
About Saint Christopher Montessori
Saint Christopher Montessori is a licensed child care center in Dallas, Texas. The state has permitted it since December 4, 1986, for up to 153 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 Faith-based and Montessori approach, with infant care, preschool and toddler care.
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 17 visits in the last 3 years and cited 11 rules across 5 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsMontessoriSchool-ageFaith-based
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
- 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 153 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 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 |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license. It lists: 3 months to 6 years old |
|---|---|
| Programs | Infant care, preschool and toddler care |
| Approach | Faith-based (Christian school in the Episcopal tradition (Saint Christopher's Episcopal Church)), Montessori |
| Licensed capacity | 153 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Saint Christopher Montessori 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 Saint Christopher Montessori
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Full Permit
- Capacity
- 153 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Permit issued
- 1986
- License number
- #196233
Summary
17 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jun 17, 2026: 2 rules cited
Rules cited on 5 of 17 visits · 11 rules in all · 11 corrected
- Health, medication and illness 3
- Building, equipment and play areas 3
- Safety and hazards 2
- Supervision and ratios 2
- Staff training and qualifications 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, 2026Inspection2 rules cited
746.5207(a) - Emergency Evacuation and Relocation Diagram
“The emergency evacuation diagrams that are posted in the classroom do not indicate the relocation center outside of the child care center or the shelter in place location(s).”
The state verified the correction on Jun 26, 2026
746.3819 - Food Allergy Emergency Plan Signed by Parents and Health Care Professional
“Three children's allergy action plans were missing parent signatures.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 26, 2026
Oct 9, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
746.613(b) - Immunization Records, Exceptions, and Exemptions Current
“There were several children in care with immunizations that are not current.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 29, 2025
- Jul 21, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Apr 3, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Mar 19, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Feb 27, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
746.2911 - Adequate Lighting During Naptime
“A toddler classroom had a small light on that didn't provide adequeate light in the classroom during naptime to allow for proper supervision.This was corrected at inspection when the caregiver turned on the bathroom light.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 19, 2025
Feb 3, 2025Inspection5 rules cited
746.4907(c) - Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Posts Marked to Proper Depth
“The primary playground support post were not marked to indicate the required depth of the loose-fill surfacing.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 27, 2025
746.3701(1) - Safety - Electrical Outlets Covered
“The Adventure Classroom had two outlets missing outlet covers. This was corrected at inspection when the director placed new outlet coverings on the outlets.”
Corrected during the visit
746.3805(a)(1) - Administering Medication - According to Label Directions
“The operation did not follow label instructions in administering medication to an infant that required doctor instructions.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 27, 2025
746.1309(e) - Documented Annual Training- Required Content
“The staff annual training for storing of hazardous materials has not been completed by caregivers.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 27, 2025
746.4907(a)(1) - Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Six Inches if Equipment 5 Ft or Less
“The playground for the primary classroom didn't have at least 6 inches of loose fill material around the slide and the climbing structure.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 27, 2025
- Dec 11, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Sep 16, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Jul 17, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Show 14 earlier visits
- Mar 21, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Feb 15, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Feb 2, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Jan 31, 2024VisitNo rules cited
- Jan 9, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Dec 5, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
Dec 1, 2023Visit2 rules cited
746.1205(a)(2) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know number of children responsible for
“An investigation into this standard determined a violation. A child was left unsupervised in a classroom for over 20 minutes.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 9, 2024
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 violation of the standard was identified during an investigation when a child was left unsupervised in a classroom for over 20 minutes without staff knowledge.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 9, 2024
- May 22, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
Apr 21, 2023Inspection5 rules cited
746.5207(a) - Emergency Evacuation and Relocation Diagram
“The emergency evacuation diagrams that are posted in the classroom do not indicate the relocation center outside of the child care center or the shelter in place location(s).”
The state verified the correction on May 9, 2023
746.4307 - Fenced Outdoor Activity Space -Exits Required
“The outdoor space for the 2-3 year old playground did not have a useable secondary exit away from the building.”
The state verified the correction on May 17, 2023
746.1309(e) - Documented Annual Training- Required Content
“Medication administration training has not been recorded for a caregiver that administers medication.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 26, 2023
746.5307(a) - Inspect Fire Extinguishers Monthly
“Fire extinguishers are not inspected or recorded for the 2023 calendar year.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 26, 2023
746.5205(1) - Fire Drill Monthly - Exit in 3 Minutes
“Fire drills are not practiced on a monthly basis for the 2023 calendar year.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 26, 2023
Apr 19, 2023Visit1 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
“This standard was cited as part of an investigation and found deficient. A toddler was briefly left unsupervised on the playground equipment.”
The state verified the correction on May 22, 2023
- May 18, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
May 9, 2022Inspection3 rules cited
746.1301(5)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees and Caregivers - 24 Annual Training
“Of the 8 files reviewed during the inspection, there were 2 caregivers who have been at the center for more than 12 months and do not have any of the required 24 hours of training. The other caregivers are still within their 12 month timeframe.”
The state verified the correction on May 24, 2022
745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
“A caregiver was present in a room with children before receiving notification from the CBCU that the caregiver is eligible, eligible with conditions, or provisionally eligible with conditions before allowing the subject to be present at your operation.”
The state verified the correction on May 18, 2022
746.1003(1) - Director Responsibilities - Operate in Compliance
“The director was allowing a caregiver to be present at the operation knowing they did not have a cleared background check from CBCU.”
The state verified the correction on May 18, 2022
- Dec 17, 2021InspectionNo rules cited
- Dec 14, 2021InspectionNo rules cited
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FAQ
Questions about Saint Christopher Montessori
Is Saint Christopher Montessori licensed?
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued December 4, 1986.
When was Saint Christopher Montessori last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on June 17, 2026, with 2 rules cited. It lists 17 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Saint Christopher Montessori had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 11 rules across 5 of 17 visits in the last 3 years; 11 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 Saint Christopher Montessori care for?
153, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Saint Christopher Montessori accept child care subsidies?
The state record does not list it as accepting subsidies. Ask the provider directly.
What are Saint Christopher 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 Saint Christopher Montessori cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (214) 306-8244 to ask.
What is Saint Christopher Montessori's phone number?
(214) 306-8244.
Where is Saint Christopher Montessori?
7900 Lovers Ln, Dallas, TX 75225. The nearest other daycare we list is SMU Child Care Center, 0.5 miles away.