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Building Blocks Academy Lawndale
- licensed capacity
- 176
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $185
- year first permitted
- 2016
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About
About Building Blocks Academy Lawndale
Building Blocks Academy Lawndale is a licensed child care center in Houston, Texas. The state has permitted it since August 17, 2016, for up to 176 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 16 visits in the last 3 years and cited 12 rules across 5 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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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 176 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 |
| Class size | Toddlers (14-24 months) capacity 35 kids |
| 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 several nearby elementary schools) |
| Licensed capacity | 176 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Building Blocks Academy Lawndale 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 Lawndale
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Full Permit
- Capacity
- 176 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Permit issued
- 2016
- License number
- #1615257
Summary
16 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jul 22, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 5 of 16 visits · 12 rules in all · 12 corrected
- Safety and hazards 4
- Discipline and child guidance 2
- Building, equipment and play areas 2
- Records and paperwork 1
- Transportation 1
- Supervision and ratios 1
- Safe sleep 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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See all 21 visits
- Jul 22, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Jun 30, 2026Complaint investigation1 rule cited
746.2805 - Prohibited Punishments - No Harsh, Cruel or Unusual
“A caregiver used prohibited discipline and guidance by pushing a child's head and pinching a child.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 22, 2026
- Nov 6, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Sep 8, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Jul 31, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Jul 29, 2025Complaint investigation3 rules cited
746.3407(9) - Floors, ceilings and Walls in Good Repair and Clean
“During the inspection I observed the ceiling in several classrooms to be in need of repair. There was also evidence of a leak in the ceiling.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 8, 2025
746.2805(5) - Prohibited Punishments - Humiliating, Rejecting, Yelling
“A caregiver yells at the children in the classroom.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 8, 2025
746.605(6) - Required Admission Information - Emergency Contact
“Four child records did not have the required information documented for their emergency contact.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 8, 2025
- Dec 13, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Dec 11, 2024VisitNo rules cited
- Dec 5, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Nov 7, 2024Inspection4 rules cited
746.3701(10) - Safety - Televisions Anchored to Prevent Tip Over
“A televison was obsereved not anchored sitting on a shelf with electrical cords hanging down assessable to children. This was observed corrected when caregiver removed television.”
Corrected during the visit
746.3701(1) - Safety - Electrical Outlets Covered
“Multiple outlets were observed uncovered in 3 class rooms. This was corrected during inspection when care giver was obsereved covering outlets.”
Corrected during the visit
746.3407(9) - Floors, ceilings and Walls in Good Repair and Clean
“A gap was observed in the ceiling tile in class room 2 leaving an opening. This was observed corrected during inspection when caregiver closed the open ceiling tile.”
Corrected during the visit
746.5625(c) - Electronic Child Safety Alarm - used at all times when transporting a child in care
“The alarm in vehicle was observed not working during inspection.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 5, 2024
Show 11 earlier visits
- Sep 26, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Sep 16, 2024VisitNo rules cited
- Sep 13, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Jun 14, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
746.5307(b) - Fire Extinguishers Serviced
“Fire extinguishers were observed last serviced 5/2023 during the inspection.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 26, 2024
- Jun 7, 2024VisitNo rules cited
Dec 6, 2023Inspection3 rules cited
746.5307(a) - Inspect Fire Extinguishers Monthly
“There was no documentation of fire extinguishers being checked monthly available for review during the inspection.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 12, 2024
746.1205(a)(2) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know number of children responsible for
“Caregiver was observed not knowing the number of children caring for during the inspection. This was corrected during the inspection when caregiver was observed counting the number of children in care and giving the correct number to inspector.”
Corrected during the visit
746.2207(c)(4) - Screen Time Activities - Not Used During Eating or Rest Times
“A three year old child was observed having screen time using an ipad during naptime. This was corrected during the inspection when the caregiver was observed removing the ipad from the childs posssession.”
Corrected during the visit
Oct 3, 2023Inspection3 rules cited
746.3701(1) - Safety - Electrical Outlets Covered
“An electrical outlet was observed uncovered accessible to children under five years of age in the pre-k 3 room. This was corrected during the inspection when the electrrical outlet was observed being covered.”
Corrected during the visit
746.2419(6) - Requirements for Feeding Infants - Label Bottles/Cups
“Sippy cups were observed in the infant room not properly labeled with childs first name and first initial of last name. This was corrected during the inspection when caregivers were observed labeling the sippy cups during the inspection.”
Corrected during the visit
745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
“One caregiver was observed caring for infants in the infant room without an approved background check. The caregiver was observed leaving the operation during inspection.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 17, 2023
- Sep 21, 2023VisitNo rules cited
- Dec 16, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
- Jan 7, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
Dec 30, 2021Inspection3 rules cited
746.603(a)(3) - Children's Records - Health Statement
“Of the 10 chldren's records evaluated, 6 lacked the health care professional statement.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 14, 2022
746.1203(2) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know Group Responsible For
“One caregiver was unaware of how many children they were responsible for.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 7, 2022
746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
“Part of the floors, ceilings and walls were not in good repair. 3 toilets were not usable.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 27, 2022
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FAQ
Questions about Building Blocks Academy Lawndale
Is Building Blocks Academy Lawndale licensed?
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued August 17, 2016.
When was Building Blocks Academy Lawndale last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on July 22, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 16 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Building Blocks Academy Lawndale had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 12 rules across 5 of 16 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 Building Blocks Academy Lawndale care for?
176, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Building Blocks Academy Lawndale accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Building Blocks Academy Lawndale'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 Lawndale cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (713) 926-6110 to ask.
What is Building Blocks Academy Lawndale's phone number?
(713) 926-6110.
Where is Building Blocks Academy Lawndale?
7302 Lawndale St, Houston, TX 77012. The nearest other daycare we list is Building Blocks Academy-Evergreen, 0.5 miles away.