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Instituto Bilingue Montessori San Jose

2519 VICTORIA AVE, Mission, TX 78572-6491

Operation number:
1550889
Type:
Licensed Center
Status:
Active (Y)
Records checked:
August 22, 2026
Additional info
Source:
Texas Health and Human Services Child Care Regulation
County:
Hidalgo
Capacity:
185
License effective:
October 17, 2014
Hours:
07:00 AM-06:00 PM
Days:
Mon,Tue,Wed,Thu,Fri
Phone:
9565193660
Email:
sanjoseinstituto@live.com
Website:
Not listed

Inspection snapshot

Questions worth asking

The records include recorded violations parents may want to understand before enrolling. These are conversation starters, not a pass-or-fail judgment.

Next: Review the inspection history below and ask the provider what the records mean and what changed afterward.

Summary

This summary covers 22 available inspections for Instituto Bilingue Montessori San Jose from September 9, 2021 through April 8, 2026.

14 inspections recorded violations, with 32 recorded violations in total.

The most recent higher-concern violation was on April 2, 2026 and involved staff-to-child ratio.

That higher-concern topic showed up in three inspections.

A later inspection showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether it was a formal follow-up.

At a glance

Total inspections
22

6 in last 12 months

Recorded violations
32

7 in last 12 months

Higher-concern violations
21

6 in last 12 months

Repeated topics
4

Last 36 months

Local comparison

22 total inspections vs 12 local median in 78572

Compared to 53 local facilities

Recorded violations per inspection

This provider
1.45
Local median
1.38

Inspections with higher-concern violations

This provider
55%
Local median
42%

Inspections with recorded violations

This provider
64%
Local median
50%

Repeated topics

This provider
4
Local average
1.94

Repeated topics

Topics that appeared in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. They may reveal a pattern worth examining.

Inspection history

Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.

View official report
Higher concern: Staff-to-child ratio
Report finding
Two caregivers were providing care for 22 children ages 15mo to 2yo. Youngest child is 15mo and oldest child 34mo. Note: During inspection children were separated into two different classrooms.
Correction deadline
April 2, 2026
Correction status
Correction evaluated April 8, 2026
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.1605(1) - Child/Caregiver Ratio - 18 Months Difference in Age
Official code
746.1605(1)
View official report
Higher concern: Transportation
Report finding
Transportation binders taken during routes are missing parent s names / telephone numbers, emergency telephone numbers, emergency medical transport and treatment authorization forms for each child being transported. Note: This was corrected at inspection when provider made copies of the admission form to be added to the transportation binders.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Official Texas risk level
High
Report section
746.5617(a)(2) - Required Equipment in Vehicles - Emergency Medical Information
Official code
746.5617(a)(2)
Higher concern: Hazardous access
Report finding
An AC unit is within playground and accessible to children, one of the mulch barriers is broken, two active play structures are 1'6" within each other and there is a play structure with slide underneath regular flooring (not surfacing).
Correction status
Correction evaluated April 1, 2026
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.3701 - Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
Official code
746.3701
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Higher concern: Transportation
Report finding
Operation provided transportation service prior to CCR approval. Note: This was corrected at inspection when service was reviewed and approved during inspection.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Official Texas risk level
High
Report section
746.301(7) - Notification of Additional Services Offered
Official code
746.301(7)
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Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
Operation has two active play structures 3ft away from each other.
Correction deadline
January 15, 2026
Correction status
Correction evaluated January 22, 2026
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.4803 - Measurement of Use Zone for Stationary Equipment
Official code
746.4803
Higher concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
Operation has two areas with active play equipment, the equipment is surrounded by 1-4 inch of pea gravel.
Correction deadline
January 15, 2026
Correction status
Correction evaluated January 22, 2026
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.4907(d) - Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Proper Depth Maintained
Official code
746.4907(d)
Higher concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
Play structure has broken components including broken metal and plastic parts, rotten wood, exposed screws and lifted lining.
Correction deadline
January 15, 2026
Correction status
Correction evaluated January 22, 2026
More details
Official Texas risk level
High
Report section
746.4601(7) - Safety Requirements for Active Play Equipment - No Pinch, Crush, or Shear Points
Official code
746.4601(7)
View official report
Low concern: Recordkeeping
Report finding
Two out of ten children's records reviewed are missing hearing / vision screening.
Correction status
Correction evaluated April 17, 2025
More details
Official Texas risk level
Low
Report section
746.603(a)(6) - Children's Records - Vision and Hearing Screening
Official code
746.603(a)(6)
Higher concern: Hazardous access
Report finding
Play structure in the playground has oxidized material underneath the structure.
Correction status
Correction evaluated April 17, 2025
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.3701 - Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
Official code
746.3701
Higher concern: Background screening
Report finding
A caregiver was present at operation and providing care for children without an active/current background check. Note: This was corrected at inspection when provider submitted a background check request and sent the employee home pending background check eligibility notice.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Official Texas risk level
High
Report section
745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
Official code
745.641
Higher concern: Staff training
Report finding
One out of ten staff files reviewed has a invalid high school diploma.
Correction status
Correction evaluated April 17, 2025
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.1107(2) - Additional Minimum Qualifications for Caregivers - HS Diploma, Equivalent, Certification of Completion
Official code
746.1107(2)
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Medium concern: Recordkeeping
Report finding
Two caregivers with education received outside of the United States did not have the documents translated into English.
Correction status
Correction evaluated October 15, 2024
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.1111 - Education Outside of U.S.
Official code
746.1111
Low concern: Staff training
Report finding
A caregiver was not able to provide an original certificate or letter documenting the completion of pediatric first aid and pediatric CPR upon CCR's request.
Correction deadline
October 9, 2024
Correction status
Correction evaluated October 15, 2024
More details
Official Texas risk level
Low
Report section
746.1329(c)(2) - Documentation PEDIATRIAC CPR-1st aid original certificate on file at center or copy available if licensing requests
Official code
746.1329(c)(2)
Medium concern: Recordkeeping
Report finding
1 of 10 personnel records reviewed was missing the documentation showing how the employee meets the minimum age and education qualifications.
Correction deadline
October 11, 2024
Correction status
Correction evaluated November 18, 2024
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.901(2) - Required Personnel Records- Meets Requirements
Official code
746.901(2)
View official report
Higher concern: Other violations
Report finding
Three bottles of hand sanitizers were observed on top of a shelf within children's reach in two classrooms. Note: This was CORRECTED during the inspection as the bottles of hand sanitizers were stored in an area out of children's reach.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.3420(5) - Hand Sanitizer - Stored Out of Child's Reach When Not in Use
Official code
746.3420(5)
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Higher concern: Child guidance
Report finding
Based on the information obtained during DFPS investigation it was determined a child was involved in an incident that raised to the level of abuse under the care of the operation.
Correction deadline
March 19, 2024
Correction status
Correction evaluated March 26, 2024
More details
Official Texas risk level
High
Report section
746.1201(4) - AP Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Ensure No Child Abused, Neglected, or Exploited
Official code
746.1201(4)
Higher concern: Child guidance
Report finding
Based on the information obtained during DFPS investigation it was determined a caregiver used inappropriate forms of discipline towards a child in care including grabbing, pulling, and dragging.
Correction deadline
March 19, 2024
Correction status
Correction evaluated March 26, 2024
More details
Official Texas risk level
High
Report section
746.2805 - Prohibited Punishments - No Harsh, Cruel or Unusual
Official code
746.2805
View official report
Higher concern: Child guidance
Report finding
The operation did not exercise good judgement by not confirming with each other if an incident had been notified to child's parents.
Correction deadline
June 5, 2023
Correction status
Correction evaluated June 14, 2023
More details
Official Texas risk level
High
Report section
746.1201(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
Official code
746.1201(1)
View official report
Medium concern: Individual needs and accommodations
Report finding
The operational policies reviewed were missing information on the promotion of indoor and outdoor physical activity that is consistent with Subchapter F of this chapter (relating to Developmental Activities and Activity Plan); your policies must include: (A) The benefits of physical activity and outdoor play; (B) The duration of physical activity at your operation, both indoor and outdoor; (C) The type of physical activity (structured and unstructured) that children may engage in at your operation; (D) Each setting in which your physical activity program will take place; (E) The recommended clothing and footwear that will allow a child to participate freely and safely in physical activities; and (F) A plan to ensure physical activity occurs on days when extreme weather conditions prohibit or limit outdoor play.
Correction deadline
August 15, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated August 17, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.501(a)(18) - Written Operational Policies - Promotion of Physical Activity
Official code
746.501(a)(18)
Medium concern: Recordkeeping
Report finding
There were no records available for review for 4 children in care.
Correction deadline
August 11, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated August 12, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.801(1) - Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Children's Records
Official code
746.801(1)
Medium concern: Recordkeeping
Report finding
2 of 6 children's records were missing the statement of the child s health from a health-care professional. 2 of 6 children's records reviewed were missing the immunization information. 2 of 6 children's records reviewed were missing the parent's authorization to obtain emergency medical care and to transport the child for emergency medical treatment. 1 of 6 children's records reviewed was missing the name, address, and telephone number of the child s physician or an emergency-care facility.
Correction deadline
August 19, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated August 12, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.603(a) - Children's Records Maintained
Official code
746.603(a)
View official report
Higher concern: Staff-to-child ratio
Report finding
There was more than an 18 month difference when the toddlers and an infant were combined. The oldest child was 36 months old and the youngest child was 16 months old. Note: The infant was moved to the infant room during the inspection.
Correction deadline
December 2, 2021
Correction status
Correction evaluated December 16, 2021
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.1605 - Child/Caregiver Ratio - 18 Months Difference in Age
Official code
746.1605
View official report
Higher concern: Staff-to-child ratio
Report finding
Ratios were not met in one of the pre-k rooms as a caregiver was caring for a total of 19 children. According to the child/caregiver ratio chart the specified age of the children in the group was 4 years of age. The maximum number of children one caregiver may supervise is 18. The room was out of ratio by one child.
Correction deadline
October 22, 2021
Correction status
Correction evaluated December 2, 2021
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
Official code
746.1601
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Higher concern: Facility condition
Report finding
The diaper changing mat was not observed to have been sanitized between diaper changes in a toddler room.
Correction deadline
October 1, 2021
Correction status
Correction evaluated October 22, 2021
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.3505(e) - Diapering Procedures - Sanitizing Diaper Changing Area
Official code
746.3505(e)
Higher concern: Background screening
Report finding
Two employees were allowed to be present at the operation and have direct access to children prior to receiving the employee's eligibility status from the Centralized Background Check Unit.
Correction status
Correction evaluated October 1, 2021
More details
Official Texas risk level
High
Report section
745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
Official code
745.641
Higher concern: Facility condition
Report finding
A caregiver was observed changing a child's diaper in the classroom floor instead of the restroom.
Correction deadline
October 1, 2021
Correction status
Correction evaluated October 22, 2021
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.3503(b) - Diaper Changing Equipment - No Play or Eating Surfaces Used
Official code
746.3503(b)
View official report
Higher concern: Facility condition
Report finding
The afternoon snack was served on a napkin on the floor for two groups of children in pre-k classrooms.
Correction deadline
September 9, 2021
Correction status
Correction evaluated October 1, 2021
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.3317(6) - Food Service and Preparation Requirement - Use Sanitary Holders
Official code
746.3317(6)
Higher concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
The loose-fill material was not maintained at the proper depth of 6 inches for a active play equipment. The black mesh installed under the loose-fill material was visible in both slide exits.
Correction deadline
September 20, 2021
Correction status
Correction evaluated September 17, 2021
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.4907(d) - Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Proper Depth Maintained
Official code
746.4907(d)
Medium concern: Recordkeeping
Report finding
The education documentation showing how two caregivers meet qualifications was not available for review.
Correction deadline
September 17, 2021
Correction status
Correction evaluated September 28, 2021
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.901(2) - Required Personnel Records- Meets Requirements
Official code
746.901(2)
Higher concern: Background screening
Report finding
There was no background check available for three employees present at the operation. One employee was observed in the kitchen preparing food, and the other two employees were observed caring for a group of children counted in child/caregiver ratio.
Correction status
Correction evaluated September 10, 2021
More details
Official Texas risk level
High
Report section
745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
Official code
745.641
Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
The director was missing annual training on the following topics: 1. Understanding early childhood brain development 2.)Emergency preparedness 3.Handling, storing, and disposing of hazardous materials including compliance with ?746.3425 of this chapter (relating to Must caregivers wear gloves when handling blood or bodily fluids containing blood?).
Correction deadline
September 17, 2021
Correction status
Correction evaluated September 10, 2021
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.1311(a) - Director Annual Training 30 Hours Required
Official code
746.1311(a)
Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
A caregiver was missing annual training in the following topics: 1. Emergency preparedness 2. Administering medication 3.Preventing and responding to emergencies due to food or an allergic reaction. 4. Handling, storing, and disposing of hazardous materials including compliance with ?746.3425 of this chapter (relating to Must caregivers wear gloves when handling blood or bodily fluids containing blood?).
Correction deadline
September 17, 2021
Correction status
Correction evaluated October 1, 2021
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.1309(a) - Documented Annual Training Area - 24 Hours Required
Official code
746.1309(a)