Debra LaRene Cline
Porter, TX 77365 · infants to preschool · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Alphabet Zone Childcare Center
- licensed capacity
- 169
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $185
- year first permitted
- 2024
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About
About Alphabet Zone Childcare Center
Alphabet Zone Childcare Center is a licensed child care center in New Caney, Texas. The state has permitted it since February 6, 2024, for up to 169 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 7:00 PM. It describes a Play-based approach, with after-school care, infant care, preschool and summer camp. It says it provides meals.
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 21 visits in the last 3 years and cited 18 rules across 8 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsBefore- and after-schoolSummer campMeals providedCameras for parentsAccepts child care subsidyOpens before 7 AMOpen until 7 PM
Ages served: infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
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Ask when you call: rates, current openings and staff-to-child ratio.
- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- 6:00 AM to 7:00 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 169 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 6:00 AM to 7:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:00 AM to 7:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:00 AM to 7:00 PM |
| Thursday | 6:00 AM to 7:00 PM |
| Friday | 6:00 AM to 7:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license. It lists: 6 weeks to 13 years |
|---|---|
| Programs | After-school care, infant care, preschool, summer camp and toddler care |
| Approach | Play-based |
| Staff | All staff CPR-certified |
| Daily life | Meals provided; Snacks provided |
| Safety | Cameras / live video for parents (security cameras monitor the premises) |
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Discounts | Sibling discount - tuition credit for enrolling more than one child |
| Parent updates | Parent app (parent app (real-time updates, photos, two-way communication)) |
| Licensed capacity | 169 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Alphabet Zone Childcare Center has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Montgomery 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 Alphabet Zone Childcare Center
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Full Permit
- Capacity
- 169 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Permit issued
- 2024
- License number
- #1784433
Summary
21 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit May 27, 2026: 2 rules cited
Rules cited on 8 of 21 visits · 18 rules in all · 18 corrected
- Safety and hazards 4
- Staff training and qualifications 4
- Health, medication and illness 4
- Supervision and ratios 2
- Discipline and child guidance 2
- Background checks 1
- Food and nutrition 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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May 27, 2026Inspection2 rules cited
746.3701(10) - Safety - Televisions Anchored to Prevent Tip Over
“During the walk through it was found that the school age room has a TV that is not anchored. Note: This was corrected when it was moved out of the classroom.”
Corrected during the visit
746.5207(b) - Emergency Evacuation and Relocation Diagram - Posted in Each Room
“During the walk through it was found that the pre-k classroom did not have the exit diagram posted. Note: This was corrected at inspection when the diagram was posted.”
Corrected during the visit
- May 22, 2026VisitNo rules cited
- Jan 16, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Jan 8, 2026VisitNo rules cited
- Dec 10, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Dec 5, 2025Inspection5 rules cited
746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
“The infant classroom was out of ratio by one child. There were 5 infants to one caregiver. Infants were aged (2m,6m,7m,14m,14m). Classroom was observed at naptime.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 10, 2025
746.1301(a)(2)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Pre-Service Training
“One out of ten personnel records reviewed is missing 13 hours of pre-service training and the 90 days have past.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 10, 2025
746.1301(a)(5)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - 24 Annual training
“One out ten personnel records reviewed is missing 11 hours of annual training.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 5, 2026
746.1315(b)(1) - CPR Training and Recertification Adhere to Guidelines-skill based
“One out of ten personnel records reviewed completed CPR training online.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 5, 2026
746.5101(a) - Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
“It was found that the fire inspection expired on 09/16/2025. Note: A new fire inspection was requested and paid on 09/22/2025.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 7, 2026
- Feb 25, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Jan 9, 2025Inspection4 rules cited
746.1315(b)(1) - CPR Training and Recertification Adhere to Guidelines-skill based
“One out of five personnel records reviewed it was found that the caregiver completed CPR training online.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 17, 2025
746.603(a)(3) - Children's Records - Health Statement
“Two out of ten child records reviewed is missing the health statement.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 28, 2025
746.3819 - Food Allergy Emergency Plan Signed by Parents and Health Care Professional
“One out of ten child records revieiwed did not have the food allegy plan for a dianosged food allergy.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 27, 2025
746.3417(3) - Children Handwashing After Toileting or Diapering
“During the walk through it was observed that a child 2 years old did not wash hands after using the restroom. The caregiver was assisting the child. Note: This was corrected at inspection when the child washed hands.”
Corrected during the visit
Jan 3, 2025Complaint investigation1 rule cited
746.2805(8) - Prohibited Punishments - Restrictive device for time out
“Based on information gathered during the investigation, it was found that the child was placed in a highchair for a brief separation to allow the child to calm down.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 25, 2025
- Dec 23, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
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- Oct 7, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Aug 23, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
746.5101(a) - Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
“It was found that the fire inspection expired on 08/04/2024. Note: A new fire inspection has been requested.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 16, 2024
Aug 21, 2024Complaint investigation1 rule cited
746.2805(3) - Prohibited Punishments - Grabbing and Pulling
“It was found that the director grabbed a child improperly, which caused bruising/mark on the child's arm.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 7, 2024
- Aug 1, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Aug 1, 2024VisitNo rules cited
- Jul 15, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Jun 26, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
746.1011(a) - Director present-Minimum 75%
“It was found that the director is not routinely present at the daycare.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 15, 2024
745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
“It was found that one caregiver did not have a valid background check. Note: The background check is active at another location but the governing body is different. Background check was run under the current location and caregiver left the building.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 28, 2024
- Jun 25, 2024VisitNo rules cited
- Jan 30, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Dec 19, 2023Inspection2 rules cited
746.3503(a) - Diaper Changing Equipment - Smooth, Non-absorbent, Easy to Clean Surface
“The diaper changing mat in the infant room had a tear. Note: Picture was taken”
Corrected during the visit
746.801(2) - Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Infant Feeding Instructions
“The infant feeding instructions were missing for one infant who is not on solids. Note: Picture was taken.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 3, 2024
- Nov 3, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
- Sep 21, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
- Aug 14, 2023VisitNo rules cited
Aug 4, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
746.5101(a) - Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
“The fire inspection was completed after the application inspection. Fire inspection was completed 08/09/2023 and application was completed 08/04/2023.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 9, 2023
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FAQ
Questions about Alphabet Zone Childcare Center
Is Alphabet Zone Childcare Center licensed?
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued February 6, 2024.
When was Alphabet Zone Childcare Center last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on May 27, 2026, with 2 rules cited. It lists 21 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Alphabet Zone Childcare Center had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 18 rules across 8 of 21 visits in the last 3 years; 18 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 Alphabet Zone Childcare Center care for?
169, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Alphabet Zone Childcare Center accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Alphabet Zone Childcare Center's hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 7:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Alphabet Zone Childcare Center cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (346) 347-9289 to ask.
What is Alphabet Zone Childcare Center's phone number?
(346) 347-9289.
Where is Alphabet Zone Childcare Center?
18934 E Industrial Pkwy Ste A, New Caney, TX 77357. The nearest other daycare we list is Rocking Horse Day Care, 3.3 miles away.