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Smart Start Montessori School
- licensed capacity
- 102
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $191
- year first permitted
- 2016
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About
About Smart Start Montessori School
Smart Start Montessori School is a licensed child care center in Forney, Texas. The state has permitted it since September 2, 2016, for up to 102 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM. It describes a Montessori approach, with after-school care, before-school care, full-time care and preschool. It says it provides meals.
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 8 visits in the last 3 years and cited 12 rules across 4 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsMontessoriBefore- and after-schoolMeals providedOpens before 7 AM
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
- 102 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 6:30 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: 14 months to 12 years of age |
|---|---|
| Programs | After-school care, before-school care, full-time care, preschool and toddler care |
| Approach | Montessori |
| Daily life | Meals provided; Snacks provided. Potty training: The student learns to use the toilet with the support of the guide and assistants |
| Safety | Outdoor playground |
| Discounts | 5% discount off total tuition for older siblings |
| Licensed capacity | 102 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Smart Start Montessori School has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Kaufman County has a median price of $191 a week (U.S. Department of Labor, 2022).
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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 Smart Start Montessori School
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Full Permit
- Capacity
- 102 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Permit issued
- 2016
- License number
- #1617629
Summary
8 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Aug 12, 2026: 1 rule cited
Rules cited on 4 of 8 visits · 12 rules in all · 12 corrected
- Records and paperwork 5
- Health, medication and illness 3
- Staff training and qualifications 3
- Building, equipment and play areas 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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Aug 12, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
746.3819 - Food Allergy Emergency Plan Signed by Parents and Health Care Professional
“Three children with food allergies, did not have food allergy plans signed by a health care professional.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 31, 2026
- Apr 16, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Apr 15, 2026VisitNo rules cited
Dec 11, 2025Inspection6 rules cited
746.901(4) - Required Personnel Records - Required Affidavit (Form 2985)
“1 of the 9 staff files did not have the notarized affidavit.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 14, 2026
746.901(9) - Required Personnel Records - Photo Identification
“5 of the 9 staff files did not have a copy of the staff's photo identification.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 14, 2026
746.611(b) - Health Statement on File within 1 Week of Admission
“1 of the 10 child files reviewed did not have a health statement”
The state verified the correction on Jan 14, 2026
746.901(5) - Required Personnel Records - Required Affidavit (Form 2912)
“3 of the 9 staff files reviewed did not have the preemployment affidavit.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 14, 2026
746.1309(a) - Documented Annual Training Area - 24 Hours Required
“1 of the 9 staff files had training that expired 10/17/25. 6 of the 9 staff files reviewed had training that expired 8/8/25.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 14, 2026
746.613(a) - Required Immunizations
“1 of the 10 child files reviewed did not have shot records”
The state verified the correction on Jan 14, 2026
- Aug 12, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Jan 21, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Feb 21, 2024Inspection4 rules cited
746.1301(a)(6)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - 30 Annual Training
“The Director of the operation did not have 30 hours of annual training on file for review.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 6, 2024
746.3701(5) - Safety - Play Materials and Equipment Safe
“A garden on the playground had some barbed wire sticking out.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 6, 2024
746.4135(c) - Children's Products-Posting of CPSC website
“The operation did not have the CPSC form posted but did review the website and sign the form at the inspection.”
Corrected during the visit
746.1329(b)(2) - Documentation of Training Requirements - Date
“Caregivers had training certificates stating they completed 24 hours of annual training but there were no dates on the certificates.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 4, 2024
Jan 19, 2024Visit1 rule cited
746.303(b) - Report Number of Employees
“The operation failed to complete the employees who left survey for 2023 in a timely manner.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 19, 2024
- Jun 12, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
- Jun 8, 2023VisitNo rules cited
Show 5 earlier visits
- May 23, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
- May 19, 2023VisitNo rules cited
Feb 28, 2023Inspection3 rules cited
746.4805(b) - Measurement of Use Zone for Slides - Six Feet High or Less
“One slide had 4 feet 4 inches clearance at the bottom of the slide.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 10, 2023
746.4907(c) - Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Posts Marked to Proper Depth
“Posts were not marked to show levels of loose fill”
The state verified the correction on Mar 10, 2023
746.4907(a)(2) - Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Nine Inches if Equipment Greater Than 5 Ft.
“Loose fill was less than 9" for the large playground in all the use zone areas.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 10, 2023
- May 4, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
- Feb 17, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
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FAQ
Questions about Smart Start Montessori School
Is Smart Start Montessori School licensed?
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued September 2, 2016.
When was Smart Start Montessori School last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on August 12, 2026, with 1 rule cited. It lists 8 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Smart Start Montessori School had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 12 rules across 4 of 8 visits in the last 3 years; 12 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 Smart Start Montessori School care for?
102, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Smart Start Montessori School accept child care subsidies?
The state record does not list it as accepting subsidies. Ask the provider directly.
What are Smart Start Montessori School's hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Smart Start Montessori School cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (972) 357-7766 to ask.
What is Smart Start Montessori School's phone number?
(972) 357-7766.
Where is Smart Start Montessori School?
10674 FM 1641, Forney, TX 75126. The nearest other daycare we list is Noah's Ark Early Development Center, 0.4 miles away.