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Willow Montessori Academy
- licensed capacity
- 20
- open each week
- 5 days
- monthly, posted tuition
- $180
- year first permitted
- 2020
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About
About Willow Montessori Academy
Willow Montessori Academy is a licensed child care center in Dallas, Texas. The state has permitted it since January 28, 2020, for up to 20 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM. It describes a Montessori approach, with infant care, preschool and toddler care. It lists monthly tuition from $180 to $1,600.
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 9 visits in the last 3 years and cited 5 rules across 3 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
- 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 20 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Thursday | 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Friday | 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license. It lists: 3 Months to 6 Years |
|---|---|
| Programs | Infant care, preschool and toddler care |
| Approach | Montessori |
| Enrichment | Body Movement, Soccer Stars, Flippers and Dance, Art by Mrs. Solange |
| Staff | Montessori-Credentialed Teachers, trained in authentic AMS methodology |
| Discounts | Sibling discount 5% off lowest tuition amount. |
| Licensed capacity | 20 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Willow Montessori Academy lists monthly tuition from $180 to $1,600. 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).
| Monthly · program, in its own words | Price |
|---|---|
| After Care One 3:30PM - 4:15PM | $250 |
| After Care Two 3:30PM - 5:30PM | $450 |
| Before Care 7:30AM - 8:00AM | $180 |
| Nido Community, Ages 6 weeks to 18 months, 8:00AM to 3:30PM | $1,600 |
| Nido Community, Monday-Friday Part Time 5 Days A Week, 8:00AM-12:00PM | $1,400 |
| Toddler Community, Ages 18 months to 36 months, Monday-Friday Part-Time 5 Days A Week | $1,250 |
| Enrollment Fee | $300 |
6 posted prices. Rates change, so confirm before you enroll.
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 Willow Montessori Academy
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Full Permit
- Capacity
- 20 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Permit issued
- 2020
- License number
- #1693202
Summary
9 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Sep 10, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 3 of 9 visits · 5 rules in all · 5 corrected
- Discipline and child guidance 1
- Records and paperwork 1
- Building, equipment and play areas 1
- Safety and hazards 1
- Health, medication and illness 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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- Sep 10, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Nov 13, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Oct 27, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Oct 24, 2025Visit1 rule cited
746.2805(1) - Prohibited Punishments - Corporal Punishment
“This standard was evaluated during an investigation and was determined to be deficient. A review of video surveillance footage revealed that a caregiver hit a child across the head.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 13, 2025
Sep 17, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
746.901(4) - Required Personnel Records - Required Affidavit (Form 2985)
“One staff file was missing the required Affidavit (Form 2985), which is a sworn statement confirming the employee has been informed that a fingerprint-based criminal history check is required, consents to the check, and understands they cannot work unsupervised with children until cleared.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 22, 2025
746.4907(a)(2) - Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Nine Inches if Equipment Greater Than 5 Ft.
“An outdoor structure that consisted of a slide and climbing that measured over 5 feet, did not have the required 9 inches of loose-fill. There was not sufficient enough loose-fill around the structure to rake in place at the time of the inspection.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 1, 2025
- Nov 4, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Dec 14, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
Dec 1, 2023Visit2 rules cited
746.5401 - Requirement of Gas Leak Inspection
“The center does not have a current gas inspection as required. The inspection was due in 5/2023,”
The state verified the correction on Dec 6, 2023
746.3401(a) - Annual Sanitation Inspection
“The center does not have a current sanitation inspection as required. The inspection was due by 2/2023”
The state verified the correction on Jan 10, 2024
- Nov 6, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
- Nov 18, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
Show 5 earlier visits
- May 3, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
- Apr 21, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
Apr 18, 2022Complaint investigation1 rule cited
746.1203(4) - Responsibilities of Caregivers- Supervision of Children
“During naptime, staff from the two toddler rooms are allowed to go to lunch at the same time leaving the children without a caregiver in either room. Instead of having staff in the rooms, the center was relying on the surveillance system to monitor the children in the front of the building.”
The state verified the correction on May 3, 2022
- Feb 7, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
Jan 7, 2022Inspection1 rule cited
746.4907(a)(2) - Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Nine Inches if Equipment Greater Than 5 Ft.
“An outdoor structure that consisted of a slide and climbing that measured over 5 feet, did not have the required 9 inches of loose-fill. There was not sufficient enough loose-fill around the structure to rake in place at the time of the inspection.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 7, 2022
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FAQ
Questions about Willow Montessori Academy
Is Willow Montessori Academy licensed?
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued January 28, 2020.
When was Willow Montessori Academy last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on September 10, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 9 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Willow Montessori Academy had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 5 rules across 3 of 9 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 Willow Montessori Academy care for?
20, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Willow Montessori Academy accept child care subsidies?
The state record does not list it as accepting subsidies. Ask the provider directly.
What are Willow Montessori Academy's hours?
Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Willow Montessori Academy cost?
Monthly tuition from $180 to $1,600, as it lists it.
What is Willow Montessori Academy's phone number?
(214) 444-7009.
Where is Willow Montessori Academy?
2404 Empire Central, Dallas, TX 75235. The nearest other daycare we list is Jannah Abdul-Hakim, 0.1 miles away.