iExplore Montessori Fort Worth LLC

Licensed Center

Provider details

City / County / ZIP: Fort Worth / Tarrant / 76137
Street address: 5350 Basswood Blvd
Phone: (817) 849-2178
Capacity: 85
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: November 2, 2021
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.

Plain-English summary of cited deficiencies

State records list 10 cited deficiencies dated December 12, 2023 to August 25, 2026 (1 High, 4 Medium High, 2 Medium, 2 Medium Low, 1 Low risk). Correction status: 0 corrected at inspection, 10 with a correction date recorded, 0 with no correction date recorded.

High risk · Franchise Tax Delinquent (745.247)
Cited August 25, 2026 (correction date recorded: September 1, 2026; correction verified September 14, 2026; technical assistance given).
What the record describes: The LLC is currently inactive.
Medium High risk · Emergency Preparedness Plan - Evacuation, relocation, and sheltering/lock-down procedures (746.5202(1))
Cited September 4, 2025 (correction date recorded: September 18, 2025; correction verified September 18, 2025).
What the record describes: The emergency plan did not list the name and address of an alternative shelter location.
Medium High risk · Immunization Records, Exceptions, and Exemptions Current (746.613(b))
Cited September 4, 2025 (correction date recorded: September 18, 2025; correction verified September 18, 2025); October 2, 2024 (correction date recorded: October 10, 2024; correction verified October 22, 2024; technical assistance given).
What the record describes: Narratives describe children's files with immunization records that were not current.
Medium High risk · Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Pediatric First Aid with Rescue Breathing (746.1301(a)(3)(A))
Cited December 12, 2023 (correction date recorded: December 29, 2023; correction verified January 3, 2024).
What the record describes: At the inspection, 3 staff members did not have valid CPR/First Aid certificates. Of those staff members, 1 was observed in a classroom without supervision by other staff.
Medium risk · Documented Annual Training Area - 24 Hours Required (746.1309(a))
Cited September 4, 2025 (correction date recorded: September 18, 2025; correction verified September 18, 2025).
What the record describes: One personnel file lacked annual training documentation.
Medium risk · Written Feeding Instructions - Signed and Dated by Parent or Health-Care Professional (746.2421(a))
Cited September 4, 2025 (correction date recorded: September 18, 2025; correction verified September 26, 2025).
What the record describes: An infant's feeding instructions were not signed by the parent.
Medium Low risk · Required Personnel Records - Required Affidavit (Form 2985) (746.901(4))
Cited September 4, 2025 (correction date recorded: September 18, 2025; correction verified September 26, 2025).
What the record describes: One personnel file lacked the required notarized affidavit.
Medium Low risk · Required Personnel Records - Required Affidavit (746.901(4))
Cited December 12, 2023 (correction date recorded: December 15, 2023; correction verified January 3, 2024).
What the record describes: Of the 8 employee files reviewed, 3 did not have the required affidavit notarized.
Low risk · Required Health Statement - Written, dated within past year, indicates child is physically able to participate in operation's child-care program (746.611(a)(1))
Cited September 4, 2025 (correction date recorded: September 18, 2025; correction verified September 18, 2025).
What the record describes: Five children's health statements were past the one-year enrollment period.

Counts, dates, risk levels and correction status come directly from the state data. The plain-English descriptions were written automatically from the inspectors' narratives and checked against them by a second automated reviewer; they cover citations dated October 11, 2023 to October 11, 2026. They may contain errors; the official record is authoritative.

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Summary of the record

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Texas Health and Human Services records list 10 cited deficiencies for iExplore Montessori Fort Worth LLC in the 3 years before October 10, 2026 (1 High, 4 Medium High, 2 Medium, 2 Medium Low, 1 Low).

Records list 6 inspections in this window. Most recent inspection: 2026-07-30.

HHSC risk weights of citations
Risk weight	Citations
High	1
Medium High	4
Medium	2
Medium Low	2
Low	1
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

2026-08-25 · 745.247 · High

Franchise Tax Delinquent

The LLC is currently inactive.

Correction date recorded: 2026-09-01

2025-09-04 · 746.1309(a) · Medium

Documented Annual Training Area - 24 Hours Required

One personnel file did not have annual training documentations.

Correction date recorded: 2025-09-18

2025-09-04 · 746.611(a)(1) · Low

Required Health Statement - Written, dated within past year, indicates child is physically able to participate in operation's child-care program

Five children's health statements were past the year enrollment period.

Correction date recorded: 2025-09-18

Full citation history from HHSC (36)

2026-08-25 · 745.247 · High
Franchise Tax Delinquent
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2026-09-01. Correction verified: 2026-09-14.
The LLC is currently inactive.
2025-09-04 · 746.901(4) · Medium Low
Required Personnel Records - Required Affidavit (Form 2985)
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2025-09-18. Correction verified: 2025-09-26.
One personnel file did not have required notarized affidavit.
2025-09-04 · 746.2421(a) · Medium
Written Feeding Instructions - Signed and Dated by Parent or Health-Care Professional
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2025-09-18. Correction verified: 2025-09-26.
An infant feeding instructions was not signed by the parent.
2025-09-04 · 746.613(b) · Medium High
Immunization Records, Exceptions, and Exemptions Current
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2025-09-18. Correction verified: 2025-09-18.
Two children's files did not have current immunization records.
2025-09-04 · 746.5202(1) · Medium High
Emergency Preparedness Plan - Evacuation, relocation, and sheltering/lock-down procedures
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2025-09-18. Correction verified: 2025-09-18.
The operation does not have name and address of alternative shelter location listed in plan.
2025-09-04 · 746.611(a)(1) · Low
Required Health Statement - Written, dated within past year, indicates child is physically able to participate in operation's child-care program
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2025-09-18. Correction verified: 2025-09-18.
Five children's health statements were past the year enrollment period.
2025-09-04 · 746.1309(a) · Medium
Documented Annual Training Area - 24 Hours Required
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2025-09-18. Correction verified: 2025-09-18.
One personnel file did not have annual training documentations.
2024-10-02 · 746.613(b) · Medium High
Immunization Records, Exceptions, and Exemptions Current
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2024-10-10. Correction verified: 2024-10-22.
One child's immunization record was not current.
2023-12-12 · 746.1301(a)(3)(A) · Medium High
Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Pediatric First Aid with Rescue Breathing
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2023-12-29. Correction verified: 2024-01-03.
At the time of the inspection 3 staff were found to not have valid CPR/First Aid Certificates and 1 was observed in the classroom unsupervised by other staff.
2023-12-12 · 746.901(4) · Medium Low
Required Personnel Records - Required Affidavit
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2023-12-15. Correction verified: 2024-01-03.
At the time of the inspection 3 of the 8 employee files reviewed did not have the required affidavit notarized.
2023-05-10 · 746.1205(a)(4) · High
Supervision ensures each child?s safety, well-being, including physical proximity and auditory or visual awareness of each child?s on going activity
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2023-06-08. Correction verified: 2023-06-22.
This standard was evaluated based on a reported allegation. Based on the evidence, a 3yo was left unsupervised on the playground.
2023-04-17 · 746.5205(4) · Medium
Documentation of Drills
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2023-04-30. Correction verified: 2023-05-11.
At time of inspection, fire drills for 2023 were not documented. A photo was taken.
2023-04-17 · 745.641 · High
AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
Corrected at inspection: Yes. Correction date: 2023-04-17. Correction verified: Not recorded.
The operation allowed a caregiver to provide direct care to children in care prior to receiving a background check determination of, Eligible, Provisional Eligibility with Conditions, or Eligible with Conditions. The caregiver's current status is pending. The caregiver left the operation during inspection.
2023-04-17 · 746.4505 · Medium
Storage for Individual Belongings
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2023-04-21. Correction verified: 2023-04-18.
At time of inspection, the children's sleep sacks were not stored in individual spaces. The sleep sacks were stacked on top of each other. Photos were taken.
2023-04-17 · 746.613(b) · Medium High
Immunization Records, Exceptions, and Exemptions Current
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2023-04-30. Correction verified: 2023-05-11.
Eight child records were evaluated during inspection. 2 of the children's shot records were not current.
2023-03-23 · 746.2805(3) · High
Prohibited Punishments - Grabbing and Pulling
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2023-04-12. Correction verified: 2023-04-17.
This standard was evaluated based on a reported allegation. There was evidence provided showing that a caregiver was frustrated and inappropriately picked up a child. The caregiver grabbed the child by 1 wrist and lifted the child's body from the ground.
2023-03-23 · 746.1003(3) · High
Director Responsibilities - Employee Assignments
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2023-04-12. Correction verified: 2023-04-17.
This standard was evaluated based on a reported allegation. The evidence shows that the director failed to provide adequate support to a caregiver who was struggling with a child's behavior. This caused for mounting caregiver frustration which placed the child at risk.
2023-01-10 · 745.641 · High
AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
Corrected at inspection: Yes. Correction date: 2023-01-10. Correction verified: Not recorded.
The operation allowed a caregiver to provide direct care to children in care prior to receiving a background check determination of, Eligible, Provisional Eligibility with Conditions, or Eligible with Conditions. The caregiver's current status is pending. The caregiver left the operation during inspection.
2022-12-01 · 746.1003(3) · High
Director Responsibilities - Employee Assignments
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2022-12-30. Correction verified: 2023-01-10.
This standard was evaluated based on information provided during the investigation. There is substantial evidence showing that the center director placed a caregiver with a group of children without the required skills and experience needed for working with young children. The director also failed to ensure that the caregiver had consistent support while working with young children.
2022-12-01 · 746.2803(4)(C) · Medium High
Positive Methods of Discipline and Guidance - Redirecting Behavior
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2022-12-30. Correction verified: 2023-01-10.
This standard was evaluated based on information provided during the investigation. It is determined that a caregiver pushed a child's head back and held in place, to prevent the child from looking around the corner. The caregiver failed to use positive statements to redirect the child's behavior.
2022-11-08 · 746.3505(g) · Medium High
Diapering Procedures-Soiled clothes sent home
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2022-12-01. Correction verified: 2022-12-01.
This standard was evaluated based on a reported allegation. There was evidence found confirming that the child's soiled pants were sent home without being placed in a sealed bag.
2022-10-31 · 746.613(b) · Medium High
Immunization Records, Exceptions, and Exemptions Current
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2022-11-14. Correction verified: 2022-11-21.
8 children's shot records were evaluated. 3 records were not up to date.
2022-10-31 · 746.611(a)(1) · Low
Required Health Statement - Written, dated within past year, indicates child is physically able to participate in operation's child-care program
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2022-11-14. Correction verified: 2022-11-21.
8 child records were evaluated. 2 records did not have a written health statement on file.
2022-10-31 · 746.901(4) · Medium Low
Required Personnel Records - Required Affidavit
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2022-11-14. Correction verified: 2022-11-28.
8 staff records were evaluated. 3 staff did not have a notarized affidavit on file.
2022-10-31 · 746.501(a)(18) · Medium
Written Operational Policies - Promotion of Physical Activity
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2022-11-14. Correction verified: 2022-11-21.
The operation did not have a written physicial activity plan on file.
2022-08-08 · 746.3701 · Medium High
Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
Corrected at inspection: Yes. Correction date: 2022-08-08. Correction verified: Not recorded.
The playground was observed during inspection. Two active wasp nests were observed on the play structure located on the older children's playground. The center director knocked the nests down during inspection and disposed of the nests.
2022-08-04 · 746.707 · Medium
Incident/Illness Report Form Shared with Parent
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2022-08-31. Correction verified: 2022-09-07.
This standard was evaluated based on reported allegations. There is evidence showing that parents did not receive a copy of the incident report within 48 hours. There was no parent signature on the form to verify receipt.
2022-08-04 · 746.501(a)(17) · Medium
Written Operational Policies - Animals
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2022-08-31. Correction verified: 2022-09-07.
This standard was evaluated based on reported allegations. There is evidence showing that a written animal policy was not included in the school's parent handbook.
2022-08-04 · 746.1201(1) · High
Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2022-08-31. Correction verified: 2022-09-07.
This standard was evaluated based on reported allegations. There is substantial evidence showing that the center director failed to notify parents of a broken water line which resulted in the school having no running water during hours of operation.
2022-08-04 · 746.3901(1) · Medium
Animals - Notify Parents in Writing
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2022-08-31. Correction verified: 2022-09-07.
This standard was evaluated based on reported allegations. There is substantial evidence showing that parents were not previously notified of a dog brought to the school. The children were allowed to interact with the dog. A 3 year old child suffered an allergic reaction.
2022-04-06 · 746.801(1) · Medium
Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Children's Records
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2022-05-02. Correction verified: 2022-05-03.
This standard was evaluated in regards to an investigation and was found to be deficient. There were two children present at time of inspection and they did not have enrollment documents on file.
2021-10-18 · 746.4901(a) · Medium High
Active Play Surfacing In Use Zones - Loose Fill or Unitary Surfacing
Corrected at inspection: Yes. Correction date: 2021-10-18. Correction verified: Not recorded.
Children were playing on a sliding board on the toddler playground. There is no loose fill or unitary surfacing in this area. The sliding board was removed during inspection.
2021-10-18 · 746.1301(4)(A) · Medium High
Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and directors - Pediatric CPR
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2021-10-22. Correction verified: 2021-10-22.
8 staff files were evaluated. The toddler teachers(2) did not complete CPR training.
2021-10-18 · 746.1301(3)(A) · Medium High
Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Pediatric first aid with rescue breathing
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2021-10-22. Correction verified: 2021-10-22.
8 staff files were evaluated. The toddler teachers(2) did not complete first aid training.
2021-10-18 · 746.901(4) · Medium Low
Required Personnel Records - Required Affidavit
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2021-10-29. Correction verified: 2021-10-26.
Eight staff files were evaluated. 3 staff did not have a notarized affidavit on file.
2021-10-18 · 746.613(b) · Medium High
Immunization Records, Exceptions, and Exemptions Current
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2021-10-29. Correction verified: 2021-10-28.
8 child files were evaluated. Four files did not have a current immunization record on file.

Source: Texas HHSC Child Care Regulation, via data.texas.gov (CC0). See the official record: https://childcare.hhs.texas.gov/Public/InspectionAndComplianceHistory?operationId=1375943

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Provider data fetched: October 10, 2026.