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Houston, TX 77096 · infants to school-age · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Bertha Alyce Early Childhood School
- licensed capacity
- 352
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $185
- year first permitted
- 1996
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About
About Bertha Alyce Early Childhood School
Bertha Alyce Early Childhood School is a licensed child care center in Houston, Texas. The state has permitted it since December 20, 1996, for up to 352 children, serving infants, toddlers and preschoolers.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM. It describes a Faith-based, Play-based and Reggio Emilia approach, with infant care, pre-k, preschool and toddler care.
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 17 visits in the last 3 years and cited 6 rules across 5 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsPreschool / pre-KFaith-basedAccepts child care subsidy
Ages served: infants, toddlers and preschoolers
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers and preschoolers
- Hours today
- 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 352 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Thursday | 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Friday | 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Infants, toddlers and preschoolersFrom the state license. It lists: Six weeks to five years old |
|---|---|
| Programs | Infant care, pre-k, preschool and toddler care |
| Approach | Faith-based (Jewish (Jewish values, Shabbat, Jewish holidays)), Play-based, Reggio Emilia |
| Curriculum | The Jewish Community Center Association of North America's Sheva Early Learning Framework |
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 352 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Bertha Alyce Early Childhood School has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Harris County has a median price of $185 a week (U.S. Department of Labor, 2022).
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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 Bertha Alyce Early Childhood School
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Full Permit
- Capacity
- 352 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers and preschoolers
- Permit issued
- 1996
- License number
- #525594
Summary
17 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jun 25, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 5 of 17 visits · 6 rules in all · 6 corrected
- Discipline and child guidance 3
- Supervision and ratios 2
- Records and paperwork 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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- Jun 25, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Jun 22, 2026VisitNo rules cited
- Mar 24, 2026VisitNo rules cited
- Nov 19, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Nov 15, 2025Complaint investigation1 rule cited
746.1201(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
“Based on the information obtained from the DFPS investigation, a caregiver failed to use good judgement and inappropriately grabbed a child that fell after they ran away from them”
The state verified the correction on Jan 16, 2026
- Nov 4, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Jul 25, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Jul 23, 2025VisitNo rules cited
- Jan 25, 2025VisitNo rules cited
- Nov 8, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Show 12 earlier visits
Sep 9, 2024Complaint investigation2 rules cited
746.1201(2) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Relate to Children
“Based on the information obtained from the DFPS investigation, the caregiver failed to relate to children with courtesy and patience when they inappropriately interacted with 2 children in care.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 8, 2024
746.1201(5) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers-Report Suspected Child Abuse, Neglect or Exploitation
“Based on the information obtained from the DFPS investigation, two caregivers who were aware of the incidents did not immediately report concerns regarding possible abuse of a child in care.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 8, 2024
Jan 18, 2024Visit1 rule cited
746.303(b) - Report Number of Employees
“A review of the Employees Who Left Employment in 2023, revealed the center had not reported the number of employees who left employment in 2023 by January 15, 2024, as required.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 19, 2024
- Jan 12, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Dec 18, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
“1 classroom was still observed to be over ratio. A caregiver was with 6 children 12-18 months old, the SAG was 12-17 months. The caregiver was over ratio by 1 child.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 12, 2024
- Dec 14, 2023VisitNo rules cited
Nov 29, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
“4 classrrooms were observed to be over ratio Classroom 1: caregiver with 6 children 7-10 months, the SAG was 0-11 months. The classroom was over ratio by 2 children Classroom 2: 1 caregiver with 7 children 8-12 months, the SAG was 0-11 months. The classroom was over ratio by 3 children. Classroom 3: 1 caregiver with 6 children 14-18 months, the SAG was 12-17 months. The classroom was over ratio by 1 child. Classroom 4: 1 caregiver with 7 children 15-17 months, the SAG was 12-17 months. The classroom was over ratio by 2 children”
The state verified the correction on Dec 18, 2023
- Nov 16, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
- Sep 19, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
Sep 7, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
746.2419(1) - Requirements for Feeding Infants-Hold through 6-months
“A caregiver was observed feeding a 3 month old while the infant was laying propped up on a pillow. This was correct during the inspection with the caregiver picking the infant up to feed them.”
Corrected during the visit
Sep 2, 2023Complaint investigation2 rules cited
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 left a child unattended outside, until another caregiver noticed the child on the playground. The child was unharmed during the couple of minutes they were left unattended.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 16, 2023
746.307(b)(4) - Parental Communication - Situation that Placed a Child at Risk
“A parent was not notified the day of when their child was left unattended. The parent was notified the next day after the incident.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 16, 2023
- Dec 1, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
- Dec 16, 2021InspectionNo rules cited
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FAQ
Questions about Bertha Alyce Early Childhood School
Is Bertha Alyce Early Childhood School licensed?
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued December 20, 1996.
When was Bertha Alyce Early Childhood School last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on June 25, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 17 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Bertha Alyce Early Childhood School had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 6 rules across 5 of 17 visits in the last 3 years; 6 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 Bertha Alyce Early Childhood School care for?
352, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers and preschoolers.
Does Bertha Alyce Early Childhood School accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Bertha Alyce Early Childhood School's hours?
Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Bertha Alyce Early Childhood School cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (713) 551-7200 to ask.
What is Bertha Alyce Early Childhood School's phone number?
(713) 551-7200.
Where is Bertha Alyce Early Childhood School?
5601 S Braeswood Blvd, Houston, TX 77096. The nearest other daycare we list is Matreshkin Dom, 0.2 miles away.