Jenna Riffle
Ector, TX 75439 · infants to preschool · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Almost Home Childcare
- licensed capacity
- 51
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $138
- year first permitted
- 2023
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About
About Almost Home Childcare
Almost Home Childcare is a licensed child care center in Whitewright, Texas. The state has permitted it since November 17, 2023, for up to 51 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM. It describes a Faith-based approach, with after-school care, infant care and preschool.
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 8 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-basedAccepts child care subsidyOpens 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
- 51 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 6:30 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 |
|---|---|
| Programs | After-school care, infant care and preschool |
| Approach | Faith-based (Christian-based) |
| Staff | Years of experience, and regular training classes |
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 51 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Almost Home Childcare 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 Home Childcare
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Full Permit
- Capacity
- 51 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Permit issued
- 2023
- License number
- #1771281
Summary
8 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Dec 22, 2025: no rules cited
Rules cited on 1 of 8 visits · 3 rules in all · 3 corrected
- Safety and hazards 3
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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See all 13 visits
- Dec 22, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Dec 19, 2025VisitNo rules cited
Oct 24, 2025Inspection3 rules cited
746.5101(a) - Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
“The operation's latest fire inspection was conducted in July 2024.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 14, 2025
746.5401 - Requirement of Gas Leak Inspection
“The operation's latest gas inspection was conducted February 2023.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 11, 2026
746.3701(8) - Safety-Hinged Lid Storage Containers Safe
“One storage chest located outdoors does not have ventilation holes.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 10, 2025
- Jun 27, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Jun 17, 2025VisitNo rules cited
- Apr 17, 2025VisitNo rules cited
- Nov 22, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- May 31, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Oct 12, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
- Aug 17, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
Show 3 earlier visits
- Jul 21, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
Jul 7, 2023Inspection2 rules cited
745.635(3) - AP Background ck determination - If provisionally eligible w/conditions or eligible w/conditions you must restrict duties per conditions/restrictions
“The operation allowed a person with conditions stating that they are not allowed to be alone with a group of children to supervise a group of children alone. This was corrected during the inspection when the director came to assist the caregiver in the classroom.”
Corrected during the visit
746.1205(a)(4) - Supervision ensures each child’s safety, well-being, including physical proximity and auditory or visual awareness of each child’s on going activity
“A caregiver allowed preschool children to leave the classroom unattended and go to the restroom down the hall during the inspection. The same caregiver was observed leaving the group of preschool children alone in a classroom during the inspection.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 21, 2023
Apr 27, 2023Inspection5 rules cited
746.2405(4) - Infant Care Area Furnishings and Equipment - Hand-washing Sink
“The infant changing area does not have a hand washing sink near the diaper changing table.”
The state verified the correction on May 8, 2023
746.5207(b) - Emergency Evacuation and Relocation Diagram - Posted in Each Room
“The emergency evacuation diagrams are not posted in the classrooms.”
The state verified the correction on May 9, 2023
746.5617(a)(6) - Required Equipment in Vehicles - First-aid Kit
“One of the vehicles that will be used for transportation does not have a first aid kit.”
The state verified the correction on May 2, 2023
746.401(1) - Posting Requirements - License
“The operation does not have required postings posted.”
The state verified the correction on May 9, 2023
746.5617(a)(5) - Required Equipment in Vehicles - Fire Extinguisher
“One of the operation's vehcile which will be used for transportation does not have a fire extinguisher.”
The state verified the correction on May 2, 2023
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FAQ
Questions about Almost Home Childcare
Is Almost Home Childcare licensed?
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued November 17, 2023.
When was Almost Home Childcare last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on December 22, 2025, with no rules cited. It lists 8 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Almost Home Childcare had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 3 rules across 1 of 8 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 Almost Home Childcare care for?
51, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Almost Home Childcare accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Almost Home Childcare's hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Almost Home Childcare cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (214) 551-9315 to ask.
What is Almost Home Childcare's phone number?
(214) 551-9315.
Where is Almost Home Childcare?
216 W Cedar St, Whitewright, TX 75491. The nearest other daycare we list is Mrs. Mirandas Child Development Center, 0.3 miles away.