School profile

Basics

Opening hours: Mon,Tue,Wed,Thu,Fri 07:30–17:30From a government register, Oct 2026
Licence number: 1538248From a government register, Oct 2026
Provider type (register): Licensed child careFrom a government register, Oct 2026
Licence status (register): Full PermitFrom a government register, Oct 2026

Programs

Licensed capacity (total): 27From a government register, Oct 2026
Licensed ages: Toddler,Pre-Kindergarten,SchoolFrom a government register, Oct 2026

Accreditation and affiliations

Inspection report link: https://childcare.hhs.texas.gov/Public/OperationDetails?operationId=1142978From a government register, Oct 2026

Daily life

Meals: Snacks onlyFrom a government register, Oct 2026

Is this an accredited Montessori school?

No accreditation or membership from a recognized Montessori body (AMI, AMS, or Montessori Canada) is on file for this listing. Because "Montessori" isn't a protected trademark in the US or Canada (a 1967 US trademark ruling put the term in the public domain in the US), any school can use the name regardless of how closely it follows the method. That doesn't mean this school isn't authentically Montessori; it means accreditation status isn't the way to check here. Ask the school directly about their teacher training (look for AMI or AMS-trained staff) and ask to observe a classroom work cycle.

Accreditation is not the same as an operating licence. A provincial/state child care licence or private school registration only confirms a school is legally allowed to operate — it says nothing about whether the teaching method is Montessori.

Teacher credentials matter too. Ask how many lead teachers hold AMI, AMS, or MACTE-accredited teacher training — a strong signal independent of the school's own accreditation status.

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Reviews

Parents consistently praise Smart Steps Montessori for its nurturing, family-like environment and the dedication of owners Jamila and Zafar and their staff. Children show growth in confidence, independence, kindness, and academic skills through Montessori materials, hands-on activities, and individualized attention. Parents appreciate the balance of social and academic learning, the engaging crafts and activities, and the staff's willingness to support families through difficult times.

Owners Jamila and Zafar create warm, loving environment
Montessori materials that are challenging and engaging
Circle time, painting, story time, crafts activities
Small environment ensures each child gets individual attention
Staff support families through difficult personal circumstances

Summary generated by AI from this school's real Google reviews — not written by MontessoriCity. Report inaccurate

4.9

28 reviews

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