Discovery Montessori Academy, Allen

Licensed Center

Provider details

City / County / ZIP: Allen / Collin / 75002
Street address: 601 S Fountain Gate Dr
Phone: (972) 359-0909
Capacity: 102
Ages served: Infant, Toddler, Pre-Kindergarten, School
Hours / Days: 07:00 AM-06:00 PM / Mon,Tue,Wed,Thu,Fri
Permit type: Full Permit
Permit issued: May 14, 2019
Operation status:: Active
Corrective action: HHSC lists: No
Adverse action: HHSC lists: No
Temporarily closed: HHSC lists: No

Corrective action means HHSC requires steps to address compliance concerns; see the official HHSC record for details.

Adverse action means HHSC has taken enforcement action affecting an operation’s permit or ability to operate; see the official HHSC record for details.

Summary of state inspection records

Texas HHSC records list 7 inspections dated between October 10, 2023 and October 10, 2026.

The most recent inspection in these records is dated September 22, 2026.

The same records list 14 cited deficiencies dated May 29, 2024 to September 3, 2026 (HHSC risk levels: 2 High, 6 Medium High, 6 Medium).

Correction status recorded by HHSC: 1 corrected at inspection, 13 with a correction date recorded, 0 with no correction date recorded.

HHSC lists a verified correction date for 13 of these citations.

The official HHSC record has the full inspection history and the latest information.

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Summary of the record

This summary is generated automatically from public HHSC records. It restates the official record and may lag behind it. The official state record is the authoritative source: official HHSC record.

Texas Health and Human Services records list 14 cited deficiencies for Discovery Montessori Academy, Allen in the 3 years before October 10, 2026 (2 High, 6 Medium High, 6 Medium).

Records list 7 inspections in this window. Most recent inspection: 2026-09-22.

HHSC risk weights of citations
Risk weight	Citations
High	2
Medium High	6
Medium	6
Medium Low	0
Low	0
Unknown	0

HHSC assigns each standard a risk weight from Low to High. A deficiency is a finding that a minimum standard was not met.

Recent citations in the summary window

2026-09-03 · 746.603(a)(4) · Medium

Children's Records - Immunizations

At the time of inspection one child did not have their most current, according to their age, immunization record on file for review.

Correction date recorded: 2026-09-17

2026-09-03 · 746.5205(3) · Medium High

Sheltering Drills for Lock-Down-4 times in a calendar year

At the time of inspection, there was no record indicating that a lock down or severe weather drill had been conducted this year.

Correction date recorded: 2026-09-17

2026-09-03 · 746.4907(d) · Medium High

Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Proper Depth Maintained

It was determined during the inspection at the facility that the wood chips loose fill in the playground areas is not being properly maintained. Dirt and grass are easily visibly in the areas. Previous loose fill and mulch were only poured near the poles of the structures and…

Correction date recorded: 2026-09-17

Full citation history from HHSC (17)

2026-09-03 · 746.4907(d) · Medium High
Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Proper Depth Maintained
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2026-09-17. Correction verified: 2026-09-22.
It was determined during the inspection at the facility that the wood chips loose fill in the playground areas is not being properly maintained. Dirt and grass are easily visibly in the areas. Previous loose fill and mulch were only poured near the poles of the structures and not spread out or maintained properly.
2026-09-03 · 746.5205(3) · Medium High
Sheltering Drills for Lock-Down-4 times in a calendar year
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2026-09-17. Correction verified: 2026-09-22.
At the time of inspection, there was no record indicating that a lock down or severe weather drill had been conducted this year.
2026-09-03 · 746.603(a)(4) · Medium
Children's Records - Immunizations
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2026-09-17. Correction verified: 2026-09-22.
At the time of inspection one child did not have their most current, according to their age, immunization record on file for review.
2026-03-10 · 746.4907(c) · Medium
Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Posts Marked to Proper Depth
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2026-03-27. Correction verified: 2026-03-31.
The supporting poles on the outdoors play structures are not marked or labeled to indicate how much depth of loose fill should be present and maintained in the area.
2026-03-10 · 746.603(a)(3) · Medium
Children's Records - Health Statement
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2026-03-24. Correction verified: 2026-04-01.
At the time of inspection 3 children did not have a health statement on file indicating the he or she could be present in a daycare setting.
2026-03-10 · 746.4135(b) · Medium
Children's Products- Annual Certification
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2026-03-24. Correction verified: 2026-04-01.
The Childrens Products Certification Form for recalls was last signed on 5/29/2024. No form was signed in year 2025.
2026-03-10 · 746.1309(e) · Medium
Documented Annual Training- Required Content
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2026-03-24. Correction verified: 2026-04-01.
At the time of inspection 6 of the caregivers/staff present did not have current training over the topic of Poison Prevention for Handling, Storing and Disposing of Hazardous materials and safety trainings.
2026-03-10 · 746.603(a)(4) · Medium
Children's Records - Immunizations
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2026-03-24. Correction verified: 2026-04-01.
At the time of inspection 5 children did not have their most current immunization records on file for review.
2026-03-10 · 746.3401(a) · Medium High
Annual Sanitation Inspection
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2026-03-24. Correction verified: 2026-04-01.
At the time of inspection the last documented health inspection for the operation was conducted in 7/2024. The operation made an attempt to reach out to the health department to schedule an inspection during the visit.
2025-12-22 · 746.3407 · Medium High
Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2025-12-22. Correction verified: 2026-01-20.
A soiled diaper was located on the floor in the children's bathroom in the Sunflower Room.
2025-12-22 · 746.3701(1) · Medium High
Safety - Electrical Outlets Covered
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2025-12-22. Correction verified: 2026-01-20.
During the inspection, an electrical outlet in the Sunflower class was found to be uncovered.
2025-12-22 · 746.3420(5) · Medium High
Hand Sanitizer - Stored Out of Child's Reach When Not in Use
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2025-12-22. Correction verified: 2026-01-20.
During the inspection, 5 containers of hand sanitizer were left accessible to children in the Sunflower Class. Staff removed these items when prompted by the licensing inspector.
2025-04-09 · 746.3407(12) · High
Mark Cleaning Supplies, Toxic Materials; Keep Separate from Food and Inaccessible to Children
Corrected at inspection: Yes. Correction date: 2025-04-09. Correction verified: Not recorded.
This standard was cited as deficient after cleaning liquids were found in an unlocked cabinet accessible to children in care. The issue was corrected after staff were instructed to remove the cleaning liquids, which were then relocated to a secure area.
2024-05-29 · 746.5101(a) · High
Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2024-06-29. Correction verified: 2024-06-14.
This standard was identified as a deficiency during the walk through, as the operation was unable to provide documentation of a current fire inspection.
2022-08-17 · 746.4907(a)(1) · Medium High
Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Six Inches if Equipment 5 Ft or Less
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2022-09-17. Correction verified: 2022-09-04.
This standard was found to be deficient as the operation's playground did not have the required six inches of surfacing.
2022-08-17 · 746.3407(12) · High
Mark Cleaning Supplies, Toxic Materials; Keep Separate from Food and Inaccessible to Children
Corrected at inspection: Yes. Correction date: 2022-08-17. Correction verified: Not recorded.
This standard was found to be deficient as the operation had a bottle of bleach on top of a washer in a classroom.
2022-01-13 · 746.4907(a)(1) · Medium High
Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Six Inches if Equipment 5 Ft or Less
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2022-02-03. Correction verified: 2022-02-02.
The loose filled surfacing is not maintained at 6 inches on the school-age play ground. The weeds are exposed and a frabric type material are exposed in the use zone areas and may pose a tripping hazard. Photos were taken.

Source: Texas HHSC Child Care Regulation, via data.texas.gov (CC0). See the official record: https://childcare.hhs.texas.gov/Public/InspectionAndComplianceHistory?operationId=1318640

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Provider data fetched: October 10, 2026.