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About Cultural Montessori Academy Daycare
Cultural Montessori Home with Individualized Care
Cultural Montessori Academy is a licensed home-based program in Allen founded by Deborah Leal, a dedicated educator with over 20 years of experience. Following the Montessori philosophy, the academy provides a calm, purposeful environment where children are treated with the personal touch of family. The space is thoughtfully prepared with authentic Montessori materials that encourage independence, self-motivation, and a natural curiosity for learning. With a consistent 1:4 ratio, children receive individualized attention across multi-age classrooms. The curriculum is enriched with Portuguese and Spanish classes, alongside daily activities in music, art, and hands-on math. The program focuses on nurturing the whole child—intellectually and emotionally—ensuring they are academically prepared for kindergarten while developing a lifelong love for exploration and discovery.
What Parents Say
5 reviews from parents
My son loves Cultural Montessori Academy! Ms Deborah and her team do an amazing job taking care of the kids as well as teaching and developing the kids academically. We 100% recommend Cultural Montessori Academy!
My son went to Cutural Montessori Academy from 6 months old to 5 and a half year old. Ms Deborah and her team showed phenomenal care in taking care of our son like her own grandson. I loved the personal touch that was provided. Also, my son’s progression in education can all be attributed to the teaching style and instruction that was provided at CMA. I have nothing but exceptional things to say and would highly recommend CMA for anyone considering their child for enrollment.
After trying four different daycares—and even working at one where I sadly witnessed how poorly some teachers treated children—I was beginning to lose hope of ever finding a place where I could feel confident and at peace leaving my daughter. That all changed when a dear friend recommended Cultural Montessori Academy, and it has been the best decision we’ve ever made for her. My daughter had been in daycare since she was 2, but by age 4, she still didn’t know her letters, numbers, or even how to write her name. It felt like we had just wasted time and money at those other schools. But after just a few short months at Cultural Montessori Academy, she now recognizes her letters and numbers, writes her name, and—most importantly—she’s confident, happy, and excited to go to school every day. She now loves learning. Before, she would often say, “I don’t know how to do anything.” Now, she comes home every day telling me something new she learned—and she’s proud of it. She always tells me how much she loves her friends and teachers. Ms. Deborah is incredible—she’s organized, loving, and pays attention to each and every child like they’re her own. Her dedication to not only what the children learn but how they learn is something I haven’t seen anywhere else. She creates an environment where kids feel safe, supported, and genuinely loved. If you’re looking for a school where your child will actually learn, feel cared for, and enjoy going to every day, Cultural Montessori Academy is the place. We are beyond grateful to have found this gem of a school and can’t recommend it enough!
I have two children 2 years apart enrolled at CMA, for a total of 3 years experience with the school. We love the bright and inviting environment, the breadth of play and learning, the routine and discipline, and of course the fun!! The Director, Mrs Deborah, is energetic and passionate about her students! and she only selects the best staff to support her. The tuition is affordable and worth every penny! The only thing I wish was better is communication and planning with parents; more detailed and frequent updates about each child's development plan and more engagement when the school thinks it's time for a change (like pacifier weaning or sleep routine changes). Overall though, Mrs Deborah and CMA have been a great foundation for my kids' early childhood and the results have been astounding!!
My son has been at Cultural Montessori Academy (CMA) since he was 2 years old. He’s now 4 years and 8 months, and I couldn’t be more thrilled with the progress he’s made. Mrs. Deborah and her team are absolutely amazing—it's clear that she genuinely loves what she does, and her passion shines through in everything. In just a few years, my son has achieved incredible milestones. He’s already reading small sentences, identifying numbers (even in the thousands!), and writing his name with confidence. The nurturing and stimulating environment at CMA has truly made all the difference in his development. I’m so grateful for the care, dedication, and expertise that CMA provides. If you're looking for a place where your child can thrive and grow, I highly recommend Cultural Montessori Academy!
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Safety Record
Cultural Montessori Academy is a licensed child care home (License #1559133) with no recorded safety incidents, major violations, or news-reported legal issues found. State records confirm the facility's license is verified, and the school maintains a teacher-to-student ratio of 3 teachers for every 12 children to ensure safety and supervision.
Parent Reputation
The academy maintains an exceptional reputation with consistent 5.0-star ratings across parent review platforms like Winnie and Care.com. Parents frequently praise the 'personal touch' provided by the lead teacher, Mrs. Deborah, noting that she cares for children like her own family. Reviewers also highlight significant academic progress, specifically mentioning children attaining advanced reading skills before entering kindergarten.
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