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Cathedral Montessori School

5100 ROSS AVE, Dallas TX 75206-7709 · License #1790386 · Licensed Center

Full Permit
Capacity 79 childrenAges 0 mo – 5 yrLast inspected Mar 2, 2026
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Director
Sarah Shafer
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Address
5100 ROSS AVE, Dallas TX 75206-7709 · Directions

Hours

Mon08:00 AM-05:15 PM
Tue08:00 AM-05:15 PM
Wed08:00 AM-05:15 PM
Thu08:00 AM-05:15 PM
Fri08:00 AM-05:15 PM
SatClosed
SunClosed

Care & schedule

When they operate

Before School CareAfter School CareSnacks Provided

Ages served

InfantsToddlersPre-K
  • Does not accept child care subsidy
  • Licensed for 79 children
12
Violations, past 3 yrs
From inspections (not complaints)
10
High-risk violations
Serious / high-risk non-compliance
0
Substantiated complaints
Published by Texas HHSC
13
Inspections, past 3 yrs
Monitoring & assessments

How this facility compares

Violations per inspection, 3-yr
This facility
0.9
Texas average
0.8

Inspection history & violations

Source: Texas HHSC Child Care Regulation
Mar 2, 2026 — Inspection
No violations cited · view state record
Clean
Oct 22, 2025 — Inspection
1 violation cited · view state record
1 violation
  • High

    746.2501(5) · Care Requirements for Toddlers - Free from Choking Objects That May Cause Choking in Infants or Toddlers

    The Toddler Two classroom had small manipulative items on the shelves that presented a choking hazard. The operation came into compliance when the items were removed and I had a conversation with staff on how to test toys and class materials to ensure they are not a choking hazard.

    Corrected by Oct 22, 2025

Oct 3, 2025 — Inspection
No violations cited · view state record
Clean
Jul 28, 2025 — Inspection
No violations cited · view state record
Clean
Jul 3, 2025 — Inspection
1 violation cited · view state record
1 violation
  • High

    746.3407(12) · Mark Cleaning Supplies, Toxic Materials; Keep Separate from Food and Inaccessible to Children

    Cleaning supplies were left in reach of children in the Toddler and Primary bathroom. This was corrected at inspection when the caregivers movved the items to higher shelving.

    Corrected by Jul 3, 2025

Apr 10, 2025 — Inspection
3 violations cited · view state record
3 violations
  • Medium High

    746.3401(a) · Annual Sanitation Inspection

    At the time of inspection a sanitation inspection the last inspection conducted was dated 1/22/24.

    Corrected by May 12, 2025

  • Medium High

    746.5101(b) · Annual Fire Inspection - Conducted by Fire Marshal

    At the time of inspection the most recent fire inspection was dated 3/15/24.

    Corrected by Apr 28, 2025

  • Medium

    746.1309(e) · Documented Annual Training- Required Content

    At the time of inspection 8 of 8 staff trainings review did not include current safety traiinings.

    Corrected by Apr 30, 2025

Nov 1, 2024 — Inspection
1 violation cited · view state record
1 violation
  • Medium

    746.501(a)(30) · Written Operational Policies - Support inclusive services

    The Operational Policies did not include service regarding special needs.

    Corrected by Nov 8, 2024

Aug 28, 2024 — Inspection
No violations cited · view state record
Clean
Jul 16, 2024 — Inspection
1 violation cited · view state record
1 violation
  • Medium High

    746.3701 · Safety - Areas Free From Hazards

    Safety Hazards on the playground: gravel track around artificial grass turf and two water hoses pose possible tripping hazards; potentially harmful plants are accessible to children.

    Corrected by Aug 14, 2024

Jun 19, 2024 — Inspection
1 violation cited · view state record
1 violation
  • Medium High

    746.5205(1) · Fire Drill Monthly - Exit in 3 Minutes

    Fire drills were not practiced for the month of May.

    Corrected by Jul 17, 2024

Apr 11, 2024 — Inspection
No violations cited · view state record
Clean
Mar 14, 2024 — Inspection
No violations cited · view state record
Clean
Dec 20, 2023 — Inspection
4 violations cited · view state record
4 violations
  • Medium High

    746.1315(a) · Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric first aid with rescue breathing and choking.

    CPR/!st Aid Training was unavailable during the inspection.

    Corrected by Jan 19, 2024

  • Medium High

    746.3701 · Safety - Areas Free From Hazards

    Playground Hazards included: uncovered pipes, broken sprinkler system, wooded brush.

    Corrected by Jan 26, 2024

  • High

    746.5101(a) · Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months

    The required Fire Inspection Report was not available during the inspection.

    Corrected by Jan 26, 2024

  • High

    746.5531 · Child-Care Center Must be Equipped with a Working Carbon Monoxide (CO) Detection System

    The operation did not have the required carbon detector.

    Corrected by Jan 19, 2024

Questions to ask on your tour

Generated from this facility's specific inspection record

  1. 1The Oct 22, 2025 inspection noted: “The Toddler Two classroom had small manipulative items on the shelves that presented a choking hazard. The operation came into compliance when the items were…” — what has changed since then?
  2. 2The Jul 3, 2025 inspection noted: “Cleaning supplies were left in reach of children in the Toddler and Primary bathroom. This was corrected at inspection when the caregivers movved the items t…” — what has changed since then?
  3. 3The Apr 10, 2025 inspection noted: “At the time of inspection a sanitation inspection the last inspection conducted was dated 1/22/24.” — what has changed since then?

Data synced from Texas HHSC Child Care Regulation · Source records · Report an error