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Building Blocks Academy Aldine
- licensed capacity
- 170
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $185
- year first permitted
- 2013
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About
About Building Blocks Academy Aldine
Building Blocks Academy Aldine is a licensed child care center in Houston, Texas. The state has permitted it since December 15, 2013, for up to 170 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 STEM / STEAM approach, with after-school care, before-school care, infant care and pre-k. It says it provides meals.
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 14 visits in the last 3 years and cited 2 rules across 2 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsPreschool / pre-KBefore- and after-schoolSummer campMeals providedSTEM / STEAMAccepts 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
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 170 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 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 |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license. It lists: 6 weeks to 12 years old |
|---|---|
| Programs | After-school care, before-school care, infant care, pre-k, preschool, summer camp and toddler care |
| Approach | STEM / STEAM |
| Enrichment | Spanish classes; Music and Art Exploration |
| Staff | Highly trained staff with years of experience |
| Daily life | Meals provided; Snacks provided. Potty training: Potty Training |
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Transportation | Transportation (school pick-up and drop-off, serving Grace Raymond, Worsham, Grantham, Hambrick) |
| Licensed capacity | 170 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Building Blocks Academy Aldine 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).
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 Building Blocks Academy Aldine
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Full Permit
- Capacity
- 170 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Permit issued
- 2013
- License number
- #1506945
Summary
14 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Mar 24, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 2 of 14 visits · 2 rules in all · 2 corrected
- Safety and hazards 1
- Building, equipment and play areas 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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- Mar 24, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Feb 27, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Feb 20, 2026VisitNo rules cited
- Jan 14, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Jan 13, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- May 8, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Oct 25, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Oct 23, 2024VisitNo rules cited
- Sep 26, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Sep 12, 2024VisitNo rules cited
Show 28 earlier visits
May 8, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
746.5205(1) - Fire Drill Monthly - Exit in 3 Minutes
“Documentation of the last fire drill conducted was on 03/12/2024.”
The state verified the correction on May 9, 2024
- Feb 19, 2024VisitNo rules cited
Dec 14, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
“A hole was observed in the room designated for the after school children. The hole appeared to be from an electrical junction box had been removed (note, no wires were observed); in the same classroom, a child was observed pushing the trash down in the can with hand.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 18, 2023
- Dec 12, 2023VisitNo rules cited
- Sep 22, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
- Sep 21, 2023VisitNo rules cited
- Sep 15, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
- Sep 5, 2023VisitNo rules cited
Aug 31, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
746.5101(a) - Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
“The last fire inspection was conducted on 08/10/2022.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 22, 2023
- Aug 16, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
- Aug 2, 2023VisitNo rules cited
- Jul 26, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
- Jul 3, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
Jun 30, 2023Complaint investigation2 rules cited
746.3427 - Pest Extermination
“Based upon the findings from the investigation, sufficient evidence was available to support the concerns of flies and gnats in the daycare. A fly strip was observed hanging in the doorway of one of the classrooms.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 26, 2023
746.1003(1) - Director Responsibilities - Operate in Compliance
“The director did not ensure the policies & procedures outlined in the Parent Handbook were not followed as it relates to Cell Phone/Electronic Device Use or Procedures for dispensing medication to children due to (1) Children were allowed to bring in their electronic devices for their personal entertainment which did not involve working on a school assignment. The electronic devices were used to supplement an activity. It was not related to a planned activity that meet educational goals and exceeded 1 hour per day. As a result, a child recorded a TikTok video that was not age appropriate while in care; and (2) A caregiver allowed a child to have access to and give themselves medication while in care. The medication was not administered by the caregiver, or any personnel authorized to dispense medication.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 26, 2023
May 19, 2023Inspection2 rules cited
746.4907(a)(1) - Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Six Inches if Equipment 5 Ft or Less
“The facility failed to maintain six inches of loose filled surfacing for the playground equipment.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 26, 2023
746.1311(d) - Director Annual Training - Caring for children under 24 months
“The director did not have verification available for review to support they completed the required SIDS/Shaken Baby & Brain Development Training.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 1, 2023
- May 9, 2023VisitNo rules cited
- Feb 17, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
- Oct 4, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
- Sep 21, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
Sep 15, 2022Complaint investigation1 rule cited
746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
“Based upon the findings from the investigation inspection, the allegation of the child/caregiver ratio was validated. 1 caregiver was responsible for 10 children (13 mos, 14 mos, 15 mos, 17 mos, 17 mos, 17 mos, 18 mos, 20 mos, 21 mos and 21 mos) The ratio was exceed by 5. Another caregiver was responsible for 12 children, the ratio was exceeded by 1.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 4, 2022
- Mar 25, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
Mar 16, 2022Inspection2 rules cited
746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
“During the follow up inspection, in the three year old classroom there were 31 children ages ranged from 3-4 years old. According to the specified age group the operation is allowed to have 15 children with one caregiver. The classroom was out of ratio by 16 children. Also in the two year old classroom there were 15 children ages ranged from 1-3 years old. The specified age group for 2 year olds is 11 children with one caregiver. The classroom was over ratio by 3 children.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 25, 2022
745.621(a)(7) - AP Initial background checks submitted - At the time you become aware of anyone requiring a background check under 745.605
“During the follow up inspection a 15 year old child was allowed direct access to the children in care without a cleared background check. The child is present at the operation during school breaks and is allowed to go on field trips.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 16, 2022
Feb 28, 2022Inspection1 rule cited
746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
“In the three year old classroom there were 23 children ages ranged from 3-5 years old. According to the specified age group the operation is allowed to have 15 children with one caregiver. The operation was out of ratio by 8 children.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 16, 2022
Feb 8, 2022Inspection4 rules cited
746.2419(6) - Requirements for Feeding Infants - Label Bottles/Cups
“In the Infant classroom 3 bottles were not labeled with the infant first and last name. This was corrected at the inspection when the caregiver labeled the bottles.”
Corrected during the visit
746.4751(c) - Maintenance Procedures for Active Play - Hazards Removed or Repaired
“The wooden boarder around the playground equipment had nails sticking out.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 28, 2022
746.613(b) - Immunization Records, Exceptions, and Exemptions Current
“One out of ten children files evaluated needed an updated immunization record.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 21, 2022
746.1309(e) - Documented Annual Training- Required Content
“One out of four caregivers record evaluated were missing training in the following topics: Emergency preparedness, ,Understanding building and physical premises safety, including identification and protection from hazards that can cause bodily injury such as electrical hazards, bodies of water, and vehicular traffic ; and Handling, storing, and disposing of hazardous materials.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 21, 2022
Jan 20, 2022Inspection1 rule cited
746.4907(a)(1) - Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Six Inches if Equipment 5 Ft or Less
“During the follow up inspection the loose fill used in the playground area was not 6 inches.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 8, 2022
Dec 17, 2021Inspection2 rules cited
746.4751(c) - Maintenance Procedures for Active Play - Hazards Removed or Repaired
“The wooden boarder around the playground equipment had nails sticking out. Also the large nails used to make the boarder stable was showing due to a wood piece missing.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 20, 2022
746.4907(a)(1) - Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Six Inches if Equipment 5 Ft or Less
“On the playground in varies areas of the exit slides I was able to observe the dirt underneath the pea gravel.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 20, 2022
- Dec 7, 2021VisitNo rules cited
Aug 12, 2021Visit1 rule cited
746.2805 - Prohibited Punishments - No Harsh, Cruel or Unusual
“Based upon the information gathered during the investigation, sufficient evidence was available to support a child was subjected to unusual punishment when a caregiver grabbed a pencil out of a child's hand. CORRECTED, the caregiver was terminated and the director conducted individual meetings with each remaining staff member to remind them of the discipline policy and violating these policies could result in an immediate dismissal. The meeting notes were signed/dated by each staff member and placed in their folder.”
Corrected during the visit
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FAQ
Questions about Building Blocks Academy Aldine
Is Building Blocks Academy Aldine licensed?
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued December 15, 2013.
When was Building Blocks Academy Aldine last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on March 24, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 14 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Building Blocks Academy Aldine had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 2 rules across 2 of 14 visits in the last 3 years; 2 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 Building Blocks Academy Aldine care for?
170, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Building Blocks Academy Aldine accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Building Blocks Academy Aldine'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 Building Blocks Academy Aldine cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (281) 449-5361 to ask.
What is Building Blocks Academy Aldine's phone number?
(281) 449-5361.
Where is Building Blocks Academy Aldine?
2111 Aldine Mail Rte, Houston, TX 77039. The nearest other daycare we list is Loving Care Learning Center, 1 miles away.