Nancy's Day Care
La Marque, TX 77568 · infants to school-age · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Aww Better Child Care Center
- licensed capacity
- 184
- open each week
- 6 days
- monthly, posted tuition
- $500
- year first permitted
- 2018
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About
About Aww Better Child Care Center
Aww Better Child Care Center is a licensed child care center in La Marque, Texas. The state has permitted it since August 9, 2018, for up to 184 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Saturday, 6:00 AM to 8:00 PM. It describes its programs: after-school care, infant care, pre-k and preschool. It says it provides meals. It lists monthly tuition from $500 to $1,100.
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 15 visits in the last 3 years and cited 12 rules across 7 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsPreschool / pre-KBefore- and after-schoolSummer campMeals providedAccepts child care subsidyWeekend hoursOpens before 7 AMOpen until 8 PM
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
- 6:00 AM to 8:00 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 184 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 6:00 AM to 8:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:00 AM to 8:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:00 AM to 8:00 PM |
| Thursday | 6:00 AM to 8:00 PM |
| Friday | 6:00 AM to 8:00 PM |
| Saturday | 6:00 AM to 8:00 PM |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Programs | After-school care, infant care, pre-k, preschool, summer camp and toddler care |
| Staff | Every member of our team is First Aid/CPR certified for Infants, Children and Adults |
| Daily life | Meals provided; Parents pack food; Snacks provided |
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 184 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Aww Better Child Care Center lists monthly tuition from $500 to $1,100. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Galveston County has a median price of $185 a week (U.S. Department of Labor, 2022).
| Monthly · program, in its own words | Price |
|---|---|
| 2 years, Monthly | $850 |
| 3–5 years / Pre-K, Monthly | $800 |
| 19–23 months, Monthly | $950 |
| After-School, Monthly | $500 |
| Newborn–18 months, Monthly | $1,100 |
5 posted prices. Rates change, so confirm before you enroll.
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 Aww Better Child Care Center
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Full Permit
- Capacity
- 184 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Permit issued
- 2018
- License number
- #1671224
Summary
15 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Aug 25, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 7 of 15 visits · 12 rules in all · 12 corrected
- Safety and hazards 2
- Supervision and ratios 2
- Records and paperwork 2
- Discipline and child guidance 2
- Building, equipment and play areas 1
- Staff training and qualifications 1
- Other rules 2
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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- Aug 25, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Aug 4, 2026Inspection2 rules cited
746.5101(a) - Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
“The operation's fire inspection expired on 01/27/2026. According to documentation presented during this inspection, the last fire inspection was conducted on 01/27/2025.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 25, 2026
746.4751(c) - Maintenance Procedures for Active Play - Hazards Removed or Repaired
“Two of the handles of a seated play structure are broken off leaving sharp edges that are a hazardous to children at play.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 25, 2026
Dec 3, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
745.247 - Franchise Tax Delinquent
“The Franchise Tax has ended involuntarily.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 14, 2026
- Sep 2, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Aug 26, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
746.2401(7) - Basic Requirements for Infants - Never Unsupervised
“During the investigation inspection, 4 infants were observed to be unsupervised.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 2, 2025
- Aug 22, 2025VisitNo rules cited
Mar 27, 2025Inspection3 rules cited
746.201(1) - Policies Comply with Rules
“The operational polices were viewed during the inspection and the following were missing: 17) Animals, if applicable (19) Procedures for providing and applying, as needed, insect repellent and sunscreen, including what types will be used, if applicable (20) Parent rights that are consistent with the rules in Division 5 of this subchapter (relating to Parent Rights) (23) Instructions on how a parent may access the [Medium]: (A) Minimum standards online; (B) Texas Abuse and Neglect Hotline; and (C) HHSC website. (26) Preventing and responding to abuse and neglect of children, including: (A) Required annual training for employees [Medium]; (B) Methods for increasing employee and parent awareness of issues regarding child abuse and neglect, including warning signs that a child may be a victim of abuse or neglect and factors indicating a child is at risk for abuse or neglect [Medium]; (C) Methods for increasing employee and parent awareness of prevention techniques for child abuse and neglect [Medium]; (D) Strategies for coordination between the center and appropriate community organizations [Medium]; and (E) Actions that the parent of a child who is a victim of abuse or neglect should take to obtain assistance and intervention, including procedures for reporting child abuse or neglect 29) If your operation maintains and administers unassigned epinephrine auto- injectors to use when a child in care has an emergency anaphylaxis reaction, policies for maintenance, administration, and disposal of unassigned epinephrine auto-injectors that comply with the unassigned epinephrine auto- injector requirements set by the Texas Department of State Health Services, as specified in 25 TAC Chapter 40, Subchapter C (relating to Epinephrine Auto- Injector Policies in Youth Facilities) and in Texas Health and Safety Code ?773.0145.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 8, 2025
746.1003(1) - Director Responsibilities - Operate in Compliance
“During the inspection, 9 out of 9 files did not have proof of background check available for review. 1 staff out of 9 files viewed did not have their training for calendar year, 2024-2025. 4 out of 9 staff files viewed did not have their discipline and guidance paperwork signed available for review. 2 out of 9 staff files did not have their notarized affidavit (Form 2985) available for review. 1 out of 9 staff files did not have their preemployment affidavit (Form 2912) available for review. . 3 out of 9 staff files viewed did not have their Child Care Personnel Information (Form 2947) available for review.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 9, 2025
746.1315(a) - Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric first aid with rescue breathing and choking.
“During the inspection, 1 out 9 files caregiver did not have current CPR/First Aid available for review. It expired on 1/14/2025.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 1, 2025
- Jan 30, 2025VisitNo rules cited
Jan 29, 2025Complaint investigation2 rules cited
746.2805(1) - Prohibited Punishments - Corporal Punishment
“Based on the information obtained through DFPS investigation, there is sufficient evidence to support a caregiver hit a 2-year-old 4 times on the leg.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 27, 2025
746.1201(4) - AP Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Ensure No Child Abused, Neglected, or Exploited
“Based on the information obtained through DFPS investigation, there is sufficient evidence to support the allegation of physical abuse by a caregiver.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 27, 2025
- Jan 23, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
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Jan 21, 2025Visit1 rule cited
746.303(b) - Report Number of Employees
“A review of the Employees Who Left Employment in 2024 Survey data from January 17, 2025, revealed that the center had not reported the number of employees who left employment in 2024 by January 15, 2025, as required.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 22, 2025
- Jul 18, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- May 24, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
May 6, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
746.3905(a) - Animals at Center - No Contact with Chickens, Ducks, Reptiles
“There were five roosters in the outdoor play area accessible to children in care. Note: The roosters were removed from the play area during the inspection.”
Corrected during the visit
746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
“There were five infants under the age of 12 months old with one caregiver. Ratio was not in compliance. Note: An extra caregiver was working in the infant room immediately.”
The state verified the correction on May 24, 2024
- Apr 30, 2024VisitNo rules cited
Jul 21, 2023Inspection2 rules cited
746.5101(a) - Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
“The annual fire inspection has not been conducted. The last fire inspection was conducted on 4/5/2022.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 29, 2023
746.2419(6) - Requirements for Feeding Infants - Label Bottles/Cups
“Two infant bottles were sitting on the counter. The bottles were not labeled.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 1, 2023
- Jan 19, 2023VisitNo rules cited
- Oct 26, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
- Oct 21, 2022VisitNo rules cited
Jul 21, 2022Inspection5 rules cited
746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
“A changing mat located in the toddler room was observed to be torn. SN: This was corrected during inspection.”
Corrected during the visit
746.4907(d) - Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Proper Depth Maintained
“The loose-fill did not meet the required depth causing the plastic lining to show.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 26, 2022
746.2409(a)(10) - Safety Requirements for Cribs - Label for Each Infant
“Cribs in the infant room were lacking the required name labels. SN: This was corrected during inspection.”
Corrected during the visit
746.603(a)(4) - Children's Records - Immunizations
“One student was lacking an updated record of immunizations.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 26, 2022
746.1309(e) - Documented Annual Training- Required Content
“Four staff were lacking documented annual training in the following:”
The state verified the correction on Jul 26, 2022
- Mar 31, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
- Mar 23, 2022VisitNo rules cited
- Dec 7, 2021VisitNo rules cited
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FAQ
Questions about Aww Better Child Care Center
Is Aww Better Child Care Center licensed?
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued August 9, 2018.
When was Aww Better Child Care Center last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on August 25, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 15 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Aww Better Child Care Center had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 12 rules across 7 of 15 visits in the last 3 years; 12 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 Aww Better Child Care Center care for?
184, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Aww Better Child Care Center accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Aww Better Child Care Center's hours?
Monday to Saturday, 6:00 AM to 8:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Aww Better Child Care Center cost?
Monthly tuition from $500 to $1,100, as it lists it.
What is Aww Better Child Care Center's phone number?
(409) 933-0748.
Where is Aww Better Child Care Center?
312 Volney St, La Marque, TX 77568. The nearest other daycare we list is Nasa Kids Academy, 0.5 miles away.