Maria Celado
Pasadena, TX 77505 · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Star Montessori
- licensed capacity
- 404
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $185
- year first permitted
- 2019
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About
About Star Montessori
Star Montessori is a licensed child care center in Pasadena, Texas. The state has permitted it since August 23, 2019, for up to 404 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM. It describes a Montessori approach, with after-school care, infant care, preschool and summer camp.
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 18 visits in the last 3 years and cited 5 rules across 2 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsMontessoriBefore- and after-schoolSummer campAccepts child care subsidyOpens 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
- 404 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 6:00 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 | After-school care, infant care, preschool, summer camp and toddler care |
| Approach | Montessori |
| Safety | Outdoor playground |
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 404 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Star Montessori has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Harris County has a median price of $185 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$185
Home daycare$164
Toddler
Center$172
Home daycare$155
Preschool
Center$167
Home daycare$153
School age
Center$156
Home daycare$144
State record
Inspection reports for Star Montessori
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Full Permit
- Capacity
- 404 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Permit issued
- 2019
- License number
- #1687918
Summary
18 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit May 29, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 3 of 18 visits · 5 rules in all · 5 corrected
- Supervision and ratios 3
- Records and paperwork 1
- Food and nutrition 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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- May 29, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- May 27, 2026VisitNo rules cited
- Feb 4, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Jan 27, 2026VisitNo rules cited
- Nov 18, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Oct 7, 2025Complaint investigation3 rules cited
746.1205(a)(1) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know children responsible for
“A caregiver wasn't aware a child in care that she was transporting did not attend public school.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 18, 2025
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 caregiver dropped a child off at a school they did not attend, and the child was left unsupervised.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 18, 2025
746.1003(4) - Director Responsibilities - Employees Supervised
“The director didn't ensure that employees appropriately supervised children in care and as a result, one child was able to leave the daycare unnoticed, get on the daycare van and was transported to a school she didn't attend. The director didn't ensure the employee that transport the child adhered to policies and procedures.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 18, 2025
Oct 7, 2025Inspection3 rules cited
746.1205(a)(1) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know children responsible for
“A caregiver wasn't aware a child in care that she was transporting did not attend public school.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 18, 2025
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 caregiver dropped a child off at a school they did not attend, and the child was left unsupervised.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 18, 2025
746.1003(4) - Director Responsibilities - Employees Supervised
“The director didn't ensure that employees appropriately supervised children in care and as a result, one child was able to leave the daycare unnoticed, get on the daycare van and was transported to a school she didn't attend. The director didn't ensure the employee that transport the child adhered to policies and procedures.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 18, 2025
- Mar 31, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Mar 17, 2025VisitNo rules cited
- Nov 20, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Show 18 earlier visits
- Nov 11, 2024VisitNo rules cited
- Sep 26, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Aug 22, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Aug 15, 2024VisitNo rules cited
- Aug 8, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Jun 6, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
746.501(b)(1) - Operational Policies - Inform Parents That They May Visit Center Anytime During Operating Hours
“The operational policy did not include information regarding allowing parents to observe the operation at any time durings hours of operation.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 13, 2024
746.2421(a) - Written Feeding Instructions - Signed and Dated by Parent or Health-Care Professional
“The monthly infant feeding sheets were not filled out and signed by a parent or physician.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 13, 2024
- May 14, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- May 6, 2024VisitNo rules cited
- Jun 21, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
Feb 2, 2023Visit1 rule cited
746.303(b) - Report Number of Employees
“A review of the Employees Who Left Employment in 2022 Survey data from January 25, 2021, revealed that the center had not reported the number of employees who left employment in 2022 by January 15, 2023, as required.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 3, 2023
Aug 2, 2022Inspection7 rules cited
746.603(a)(3) - Children's Records - Health Statement
“1 of 28 children records evaluated did not have a health statement available.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 8, 2022
746.2203(a) - Written Activity Plans
“None of the 15 classrooms had written activity plans available.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 8, 2022
746.3505(f) - Diapering Procedures-Soiled Diapers Kept in a Sanitary Manner
“The trash can in one of the toddler restrooms did not have a lid and contained soiled diapers. This was corrected at inspection when the trash can was replaced with a new trash can with a lid.”
Corrected during the visit
746.603(a)(4) - Children's Records - Immunizations
“1 of 28 children records evaluated did not have an immunization record available.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 8, 2022
746.1309(e) - Documented Annual Training- Required Content
“4 of 4 personnel records evaluated did not have the following annual trainings available: Emergency preparedness; (1) Emergency preparedness; (2) Preventing and controlling the spread of communicable diseases, including immunizations; (3) Administering medication, if applicable, including compliance with 746.3803 of this chapter (relating to What authorization must I obtain before administering a medication to a child in my care?); (4) Preventing and responding to emergencies due to food or an allergic reaction; (5) Understanding building and physical premises safety, including identification and protection from hazards that can cause bodily injury such as electrical hazards, bodies of water, and vehicular traffic; and (6) Handling, storing, and disposing of hazardous materials including compliance with 746.3425 of this chapter (relating to Must caregivers wear gloves when handling blood or bodily fluids containing blood?).”
The state verified the correction on Aug 8, 2022
746.3501(5) - Diaper Changing Steps-Label Powders, Lotions, Etc. with Name
“One tube of diaper cream was not labeled with the infant's name. This was corrected at inspection.”
Corrected during the visit
746.605(12) - Required Admission Information - Emergency Medical Authorization
“5 of 28 children records evaluated did not have the authorization to obtain emergency medical care and to transport the child for emergency medical treatment.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 8, 2022
Jul 14, 2022Complaint investigation1 rule cited
746.1203(7) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Interact positively with children
“A caregiver was seen on video surveillance interacting with children inappropriately and not in a positive manner. The caregiver is no longer employed at the operation.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 4, 2022
- Dec 13, 2021InspectionNo rules cited
- Dec 9, 2021VisitNo rules cited
- Oct 18, 2021InspectionNo rules cited
- Oct 14, 2021VisitNo rules cited
- Sep 27, 2021VisitNo rules cited
Aug 19, 2021Complaint investigation1 rule cited
746.2911 - Adequate Lighting During Naptime
“During the inspection, i observed multiple classrooms with blankets over the windows that did not allow adequate lighting. Note: Corrected when the caregivers removed the blankets from the windows.”
Corrected during the visit
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FAQ
Questions about Star Montessori
Is Star Montessori licensed?
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued August 23, 2019.
When was Star Montessori last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on May 29, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 18 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Star Montessori had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 5 rules across 3 of 18 visits in the last 3 years; 5 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 Star Montessori care for?
404, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Star Montessori accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Star Montessori's hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Star Montessori cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (281) 998-8989 to ask.
What is Star Montessori's phone number?
(281) 998-8989.
Where is Star Montessori?
3868 Space Center Blvd, Pasadena, TX 77505. The nearest other daycare we list is The Learning Center, 0.2 miles away.