Smart Start Montessori School
FORNEY, TX·Licensed CenterLicensed · Open
Contact information
Address10674 FM 1641 FORNEY TX- 75126 8020
CityFORNEY, TX
CountyKAUFMAN
Phone9723577766
Operating details
Hours06:30 AM-06:00 PM
DaysMon,Tue,Wed,Thu,Fri
Capacity102
SubsidiesN
License dateSeptember 2, 2016
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 12/11/2025 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High2
- Medium-High4
- Medium5
- Medium-Low4
- Low0
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Location
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10674 FM 1641 FORNEY TX- 75126 8020, FORNEY, TX
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Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 12/11/2025
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- Medium-Low2
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2025
- Medium riskStandard 746.130912/11/2025
746.1309(a) - Documented Annual Training Area - 24 Hours Required
1 of the 9 staff files had training that expired 10/17/25. 6 of the 9 staff files reviewed had training that expired 8/8/25.
Corrected 1/2/2026 - Medium riskStandard 746.61112/11/2025
746.611(b) - Health Statement on File within 1 Week of Admission
1 of the 10 child files reviewed did not have a health statement
Corrected 1/2/2026 - Medium-Low riskStandard 746.90112/11/2025
746.901(5) - Required Personnel Records - Required Affidavit (Form 2912)
3 of the 9 staff files reviewed did not have the preemployment affidavit.
Corrected 1/2/2026 - Medium riskStandard 746.90112/11/2025
746.901(9) - Required Personnel Records - Photo Identification
5 of the 9 staff files did not have a copy of the staff's photo identification.
Corrected 1/2/2026 - Medium-Low riskStandard 746.90112/11/2025
746.901(4) - Required Personnel Records - Required Affidavit (Form 2985)
1 of the 9 staff files did not have the notarized affidavit.
Corrected 1/2/2026 - High riskStandard 746.61312/11/2025
746.613(a) - Required Immunizations
1 of the 10 child files reviewed did not have shot records
Corrected 1/2/2026
Safety & Compliance Analysis
This daycare has multiple recorded violations. Review the details to make an informed decision.
(Past 6 Months)
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Estimated monthly cost
$1,546/month
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Typical prices in Texas run about $840/month for infant care at a center (federal median) — see daycare costs in Texas by age group.
About this daycare
- Location: FORNEY, KAUFMAN County
- Capacity: 102
- Type: Licensed Center
- Years in operation: 10
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