Almost Grandma's Childcare
1015 Spence Road, Van Alstyne, TX
Almost Grandmas Childcare Center
- licensed capacity
- 190
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $138
- year first permitted
- 2008
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About
About Almost Grandmas Childcare Center
Almost Grandmas Childcare Center is a licensed child care center in Van Alstyne, Texas. The state has permitted it since January 7, 2008, for up to 190 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 15 visits in the last 3 years and cited 10 rules across 5 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsSchool-ageOpens before 7 AM
Ages served: infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 190 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| More | Founded 2007 |
| Licensed capacity | 190 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Almost Grandmas Childcare Center has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Grayson County has a median price of $138 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$138
Home daycare$125
Toddler
Center$130
Home daycare$120
Preschool
Center$127
Home daycare$118
School age
Center$120
Home daycare$113
State record
Inspection reports for Almost Grandmas Childcare Center
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Full Permit
- Capacity
- 190 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Permit issued
- 2008
- License number
- #875576
Summary
15 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jun 8, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 5 of 15 visits · 10 rules in all · 10 corrected
- Safety and hazards 3
- Health, medication and illness 3
- Supervision and ratios 1
- Food and nutrition 1
- Records and paperwork 1
- Background checks 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.
The state lists conditions on this permit.
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- Jun 8, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Jan 9, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
746.3407(12) - Mark Cleaning Supplies, Toxic Materials; Keep Separate from Food and Inaccessible to Children
“Cleaning supplies and other sanitizers were located in several classrooms and a bathroom. The Director removed and threw out all of the supplies located.”
Corrected during the visit
- Nov 10, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Aug 1, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- May 12, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Apr 29, 2025VisitNo rules cited
- Feb 20, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Jan 23, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Jan 19, 2025VisitNo rules cited
- Jan 13, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Show 7 earlier visits
Jan 9, 2025Complaint investigation1 rule cited
746.1205(a)(5) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Intervene to ensure each child's safety
“A child in care was bitten by another child in care. This was observed by a caregiver, who did not intervene in a timely manner.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 20, 2025
- Nov 26, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Nov 12, 2024Inspection6 rules cited
746.3417(1) - Children Handwashing Before Eating
“Two classrooms did not use proper hand washing such as soap and running water prior to the children eating lunch. The caregiver corrected this as she guided the children to wash their hands.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 26, 2024
746.2419(7) - Requirements for Feeding Infants - No Walking or Sleeping with Bottle or Cup
“A child was observed walking around the classroom with a training cup. It was corrected during inspection when the caregiver had removed it from the child.”
Corrected during the visit
746.3701(1) - Safety - Electrical Outlets Covered
“A two's classroom had an outlet exposed to the children in care without childproof covers. This was corrected at inspection by the director.”
Corrected during the visit
746.3505(f) - Diapering Procedures-Soiled Diapers Kept in a Sanitary Manner
“A 18 month-24 month classroom has a trash can with soiled diapers accessible to children.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 26, 2024
746.5207(b) - Emergency Evacuation and Relocation Diagram - Posted in Each Room
“Two classrooms didn't have their emergency evacuation posted in the classroom. This was corrected at inspection and they were posted in prominent areas.”
Corrected during the visit
746.3501(5) - Diaper Changing Steps-Label Powders, Lotions, Etc. with Name
“Two infant classrooms and a two's classroom had diaper creams not labeled with the individual child's name.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 26, 2024
Jan 16, 2024Visit1 rule cited
746.303(b) - Report Number of Employees
“The operation did not report the number of employees who left the operation in 2023 to CCR.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 16, 2024
Dec 4, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
“During the inspection a caregiver was present and caring for children without an active background check. This was corrected during the inspection when the operation submitted the background check and the caregiver was sent home.”
Corrected during the visit
Dec 6, 2022Inspection1 rule cited
746.5205(4) - Documentation of Drills
“I observed that the operation had not documented the fire drill for November of 2022. The operation corrected this at the inspection.”
Corrected during the visit
- Jan 18, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
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FAQ
Questions about Almost Grandmas Childcare Center
Is Almost Grandmas Childcare Center licensed?
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued January 7, 2008.
When was Almost Grandmas Childcare Center last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on June 8, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 15 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Almost Grandmas Childcare Center had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 10 rules across 5 of 15 visits in the last 3 years; 10 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 Almost Grandmas Childcare Center care for?
190, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Almost Grandmas Childcare Center accept child care subsidies?
The state record does not list it as accepting subsidies. Ask the provider directly.
What are Almost Grandmas Childcare Center's hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Almost Grandmas Childcare Center cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (903) 482-0500 to ask.
What is Almost Grandmas Childcare Center's phone number?
(903) 482-0500.
Where is Almost Grandmas Childcare Center?
1531 S Waco St, Van Alstyne, TX 75495. The nearest other daycare we list is Wee School, 0.6 miles away.