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A Step Above Preparatory Academy
- licensed capacity
- 95
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $185
- year first permitted
- 2012
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About
About A Step Above Preparatory Academy
A Step Above Preparatory Academy is a licensed child care center in Arcola, Texas. The state has permitted it since January 17, 2012, for up to 95 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 5:30 AM to 6:30 PM. It describes a Faith-based and STEM / STEAM approach, with after-school care, infant care, preschool and toddler care. It says it provides meals.
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 6 visits in the last 3 years and cited 3 rules across 1 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsBefore- and after-schoolFaith-basedMeals providedSTEM / STEAMAccepts child care subsidyOpens before 7 AM
Ages served: infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
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Ask when you call: rates, current openings, staff-to-child ratio and teacher qualifications.
- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 95 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 5:30 AM to 6:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 5:30 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 5:30 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Thursday | 5:30 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Friday | 5:30 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license. It lists: 6 weeks–12 years |
|---|---|
| Programs | After-school care, infant care, preschool and toddler care |
| Approach | Faith-based (Christian foundation), STEM / STEAM |
| Curriculum | ABCmouse |
| Enrichment | Music appreciation, gross motor activities |
| Daily life | Meals provided |
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 95 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
A Step Above Preparatory Academy has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Fort Bend County has a median price of $185 a week (U.S. Department of Labor, 2022).
Ask the daycare for its ratesIt has not listed its tuition. The county medians below are a starting point.
Infant
Center$185
Home daycare$164
Toddler
Center$172
Home daycare$155
Preschool
Center$167
Home daycare$153
School age
Center$156
Home daycare$144
State record
Inspection reports for A Step Above Preparatory Academy
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Full Permit
- Capacity
- 95 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Permit issued
- 2012
- License number
- #1395446
Summary
6 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Sep 30, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 1 of 6 visits · 3 rules in all · 3 corrected
- Building, equipment and play areas 1
- Safety and hazards 1
- Staff training and qualifications 1
For comparison: 78% of Texas daycares had at least one rule cited in the last 3 years; the typical daycare had 3.
A cited rule is what an inspector found on the day of a visit. It is not a rating of the daycare today.
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- Sep 30, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Sep 16, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Sep 17, 2025Inspection3 rules cited
746.4907(a)(1) - Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Six Inches if Equipment 5 Ft or Less
“The loose fill is not at the required six inches according to the heigth of the climbing structure.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 30, 2025
746.3701 - Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
“A board is broken in half and hanging loose on the hand rail to the ramp leading into the back building.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 29, 2025
746.801(3) - Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Personnel and Training Records
“The staff files were not available during my inspection.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 18, 2025
- Mar 7, 2025VisitNo rules cited
- Sep 24, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Dec 11, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
Sep 27, 2023Inspection2 rules cited
746.2405(4) - Infant Care Area Furnishings and Equipment - Hand-washing Sink
“The infant caregivers are using the hand washing sink to wash bottles as well as washing hands.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 11, 2023
746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
“School age room: The cork board on the wall is peeling. The wall near the restroom is peeling. Ceiling Tiles are drooping in the restroom. The vent fan in the restroom is visibly dusty. The white shelf is missing a chunk of material on the top exposing a screw. Outside: On the play structure there is a broken support clamp. Paint is peeling on two of the hand rails used for the ladder part of the climbing structure.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 11, 2023
- Sep 22, 2023VisitNo rules cited
Oct 5, 2022Inspection2 rules cited
746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
“A whole was observed in the wall in the toddler classroom. Paint was observed chipping and peeling in the pre-k and school age classrooms. The wood hand railing into the pre-k and school age building is split causing the wood to separate and pose a risk for splinters, lacerations, and possible entrapment. Note: Pictures were taken for the file.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 14, 2022
746.603(a)(4) - Children's Records - Immunizations
“One child's file out of six reviewed is missing a completed immuniztion record.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 14, 2022
Jul 5, 2022Inspection1 rule cited
746.3407(9) - Floors, ceilings and Walls in Good Repair and Clean
“The elctrical outlet cover is broken in the school age room. Note: A picture was taken for the file. This was corrected when the director replaced the cover.”
Corrected during the visit
Show 2 earlier visits
- Jun 27, 2022VisitNo rules cited
- Oct 20, 2021InspectionNo rules cited
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FAQ
Questions about A Step Above Preparatory Academy
Is A Step Above Preparatory Academy licensed?
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued January 17, 2012.
When was A Step Above Preparatory Academy last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on September 30, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 6 visits in the last 3 years.
Has A Step Above Preparatory Academy had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 3 rules across 1 of 6 visits in the last 3 years; 3 show a correction in the state record. For comparison: 78% of Texas daycares had at least one rule cited in the last 3 years; the typical daycare had 3. A cited rule is what an inspector found on the day of a visit. It is not a rating of the daycare today.
How many children can A Step Above Preparatory Academy care for?
95, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does A Step Above Preparatory Academy accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are A Step Above Preparatory Academy's hours?
Monday to Friday, 5:30 AM to 6:30 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does A Step Above Preparatory Academy cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (281) 431-5353 to ask.
What is A Step Above Preparatory Academy's phone number?
(281) 431-5353.
Where is A Step Above Preparatory Academy?
5203 FM 521 Rd, Arcola, TX 77583. The nearest other daycare we list is Childrens Social Montessori, 0.2 miles away.