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After 3 After School Program @ MDE

11202 Smithdale Rd, Houston, TX 77024
licensed capacity
70
open each week
5 days
a week, county median
$156
year first permitted
2022

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About After 3 After School Program @ MDE

After 3 After School Program @ MDE is a licensed child care center in Houston, Texas. The state has permitted it since February 25, 2022, for up to 70 children, serving school-age children.

It is open Monday to Friday, 2:30 PM to 6:00 PM.

Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 4 visits in the last 3 years and cited no rules in those visits. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

School-age

Ages served: school-age children

From the state license
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Type
Child care center
Ages
School-age children
Hours today
Closed today
Licensed capacity
70 children

Hours

Hours

Monday2:30 PM to 6:00 PM
Tuesday2:30 PM to 6:00 PM
Wednesday2:30 PM to 6:00 PM
Thursday2:30 PM to 6:00 PM
Friday2:30 PM to 6:00 PM
SaturdayNot listed
SundayTodayNot listed
From the state license

Programs

Programs and care

AgesSchool-age childrenFrom the state license
Licensed capacity70 childrenFrom the state license
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Cost

Tuition and costs

After 3 After School Program @ MDE has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time school-age care at a child care center in Harris County has a median price of $156 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.
Harris County medians, full time, per week

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

County median full-time prices at centers and home daycares, U.S. Department of Labor, National Database of Childcare Prices, 2022 (the latest year). Not this daycare's rates; prices have risen since.

State record

Inspection reports for After 3 After School Program @ MDE

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
Full Permit
Capacity
70 children
Ages
School-age children
Permit issued
2022
License number
#1726709
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Summary

4 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jan 15, 2026: no rules cited

No rules cited on any of 4 visits

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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  1. Jan 15, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  2. Jan 16, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  3. Jan 14, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  4. Jan 17, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  5. Jan 18, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
    • Building, equipment and play areasMedium risk

      744.2051(4) - Space and Equipment - Workspace for Table-top Activities

      “During inspection it was observed the operation did not have adequate tables and chairs for children in care.”

      The state verified the correction on Feb 23, 2023

  6. Sep 1, 2022Inspection1 rule cited
    • Background checksHigh risk

      745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation

      “One caregiver has direct contact with the children in care without an eligibile background check.”

      The state verified the correction on Sep 2, 2022

  7. Aug 25, 2022Inspection2 rules cited
    • Discipline and child guidanceMedium High risk

      744.1203(5) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Children in Control

      “Caregivers did not have control of the children while transitioning to the restroom and outdoor playground.”

      The state verified the correction on Sep 1, 2022

    • Supervision and ratiosMedium High risk

      744.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio

      “One caregiver left alone with a total of 32 children ages 4-11 years old.”

      The state verified the correction on Sep 1, 2022

  8. Feb 15, 2022Inspection1 rule cited
    • Records and paperworkMedium risk

      744.201(8) - Liability Insurance Maintained

      “I did not observe current liability insurance for the operation available for review.”

      The state verified the correction on Feb 16, 2022

  9. Jan 14, 2022Inspection2 rules cited
    • Records and paperworkMedium risk

      744.401(2) - Posting Requirements- Letter or form from the most recent licensing inspection or investigation.

      “I did not observe most recent licensing inspection report posted.”

      The state verified the correction on Feb 1, 2022

    • Staff training and qualificationsMedium risk

      744.801(2) - Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Personnel and Training Records

      “Two personnel records evaluated were missing information on orientation, pre-service training and photo ID on file.”

      The state verified the correction on Jan 21, 2022

  10. Nov 1, 2021Inspection2 rules cited
    • Records and paperworkMedium Low risk

      744.901(4) - Required Personnel Records - Required Affidavit

      “One caregiver present missing a notarized employment affidavit.”

      The state verified the correction on Nov 2, 2021

    • Records and paperworkMedium High risk

      744.305(a)(7) - Report Change in Controlling Person

      “I did not observe controlling person completed for staff member.”

      The state verified the correction on Nov 3, 2021

Copied from Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation on October 1, 2026; the state's records start around Sep 2021. Rule wording, severity and dates are the state's.

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FAQ

Questions about After 3 After School Program @ MDE

Is After 3 After School Program @ MDE licensed?

Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued February 25, 2022.

When was After 3 After School Program @ MDE last inspected?

Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on January 15, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 4 visits in the last 3 years.

Has After 3 After School Program @ MDE had rules cited by the state?

No. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists no cited rules in its 4 visits in the last 3 years. 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 After 3 After School Program @ MDE care for?

70, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve school-age children.

Does After 3 After School Program @ MDE accept child care subsidies?

The state record does not list it as accepting subsidies. Ask the provider directly.

What are After 3 After School Program @ MDE's hours?

Monday to Friday, 2:30 PM to 6:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.

How much does After 3 After School Program @ MDE cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (713) 269-5936 to ask.

What is After 3 After School Program @ MDE's phone number?

(713) 269-5936.

Where is After 3 After School Program @ MDE?

11202 Smithdale Rd, Houston, TX 77024. The nearest other daycare we list is Life Time Fitness Camps, 0.4 miles away.

Sources: Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation (license and visits) · U.S. Department of Labor, 2022 (county prices).