Jimmie Ruth Davis-Burton
Houston, TX 77067 · infants to school-age · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Building Blocks Academy VTM
- licensed capacity
- 153
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $185
- year first permitted
- 2013
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About
About Building Blocks Academy VTM
Building Blocks Academy VTM is a licensed child care center in Houston, Texas. The state has permitted it since June 27, 2013, for up to 153 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 10 visits in the last 3 years and cited 23 rules across 7 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
- 153 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 |
| Staff | Highly trained staff with years of experience |
| Daily life | Meals provided; Snacks provided. Potty training: Potty Training listed under Services |
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Transportation | Transportation (school transportation for pick-up and drop-off serving nearby elementary schools) |
| Languages | Spanish |
| Licensed capacity | 153 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Building Blocks Academy VTM 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 VTM
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Full Permit
- Capacity
- 153 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Permit issued
- 2013
- License number
- #1508775
Summary
10 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Sep 28, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 7 of 10 visits · 23 rules in all · 22 corrected
- Building, equipment and play areas 8
- Health, medication and illness 4
- Safety and hazards 3
- Discipline and child guidance 3
- Transportation 2
- Supervision and ratios 2
- 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.
The state lists conditions on this permit.
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- Sep 28, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Sep 11, 2026Inspection5 rules cited
746.3425(1) - Caregivers Must Wear Gloves When Handling Blood or Bodily Fluids
“A caregiver was observed wiping a child's nose without using a glove. This was corrected during the inspection when the caregiver put gloves on to wipe a child's nose.”
Corrected during the visit
746.5625(b) - Electronic Child Safety Alarm - installed and maintained according to manufacturer's instructions
“The child safety alarms in two of the three observed vehicles did not have a functioning child safety alarm.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 28, 2026
746.5607(a) - Child Passenger Safety Seat System - Must Use for Each Child in When Transporting and be Properly Installed
“Three seatbelts on a transportation van were unable to fasten.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 28, 2026
746.3701 - Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
“The toilet in one of the classrooms was not able to flush. The playground structure in the outdoor playground area had a crack in the slide. The interior of the back seat of a transportation van was exposed with a hole in it.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 2, 2026
746.4913 - Required Documentation for Unitary Surfacing Materials
“The operation was unable to provide the unitary surfacing materials documentation during the inspection.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 28, 2026
Oct 17, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
746.4907(a)(1) - Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Six Inches if Equipment 5 Ft or Less
“The loose fill in the outdoor play area measured a depth of 3.5 inches.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 24, 2025
Sep 22, 2025Inspection6 rules cited
746.1205(a)(2) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know number of children responsible for
“The caregivers were unaware of how many children were in the classroom.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 17, 2025
746.4907(a)(1) - Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Six Inches if Equipment 5 Ft or Less
“The loose fill in the outdoor play area measured a depth of 3.5 inches.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 17, 2025
746.603(a)(4) - Children's Records - Immunizations
“Two of the reviewed children files did not have a current shot record.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 3, 2025
746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
“The toddler outdoor playground set has two large holes with sharp edges. There is a large hole in the ground in the outdoor playground area that poses as a hazard. There were spray bottles of cleaning supplies located on the changing table within reach of children. This was corrected when the caregiver placed the cleaning supplies out of reach of the children.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 17, 2025
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 child was seen in the hallway opening the front door for an employee. A caregiver left the children in the classroom unattended to monitor the children in the hallway. This was corrected when another caregiver came into the hallway to monitor the children.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 17, 2025
746.2415(c)(2) - Crib Mattress Cover - Snug-Fitting and Thin
“An observed infant crib sheet was not tight-fitting. This was corrected when the caregiver replaced the crib sheet with a tight-fitting crib sheet.”
Corrected during the visit
Oct 1, 2024Inspection4 rules cited
746.4803 - Measurement of Use Zone for Stationary Equipment
“A tunnel and play structure are within each other's use zone.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 2, 2024
746.3701(10) - Safety - Televisions Anchored to Prevent Tip Over
“A TV on a cart is not anchored. It is on a piece of cardboard on a cart. This was corrected during the inspection when the TV was removed from the classroom. Per the director the TV will not be used.”
Corrected during the visit
746.4003(a)(1) - First Aid Kit Incomplete - Gudie to first aid and emergency care
“Two vans in use do not have the guide to first aid in their first aid kit.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 10, 2024
746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
“There is chipped paint in the two year old classroom within reach of children. The fence on the playground is bent at the top.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 2, 2024
Jul 17, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
746.3407(9) - Floors, ceilings and Walls in Good Repair and Clean
“There are cracks in the floor in the three's, pre-k and after schoolers classrooms. In the 2's classroom there is chipped paint within reach of children. In the infant room where water comes in after severe storms. There are black spots on the base board. Pictures were taken.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 9, 2024
746.2207(c)(1) - Screen Time Activities - Related to Planned Activities
“The after schoolers were playing video games that were not educational. This was corrected when the teacher had the children put up their electronics and had them engage in activities that were educational such as playing at centers.”
Corrected during the visit
- Jul 3, 2024VisitNo rules cited
- Mar 8, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Feb 26, 2024Inspection4 rules cited
746.3407(9) - Floors, ceilings and Walls in Good Repair and Clean
“In the 2's classroom the walls have chipped paint. A picture was taken.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 11, 2024
746.2805(8) - Prohibited Punishments - Restrictive device for time out
“A 3 year old was placed in a high chair for 2 minutes per the teacher. This was a form of punishment.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 8, 2024
746.5202(1) - Emergency Preparedness Plan - Evacuation, relocation, and sheltering/lock-down procedures
“The emergency preparedness plan does not address how children who have limited mobility, or who otherwise may need assistance in an emergency, such as children who have mental, visual or hearing impairments.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 8, 2024
746.3503(a) - Diaper Changing Equipment - Smooth, Non-absorbent, Easy to Clean Surface
“In the 2's classroom the changing mat had holes in it. A picture was taken. This was corrected during the inspection when the mat was replaced.”
Corrected during the visit
Jan 24, 2024Complaint investigation1 rule cited
746.2803(4)(A) - Positive Methods of Discipline and Guidance - Use Praise and Encouragement
“A caregiver tapped a child on the hand to stop them from climbing a shelf.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 8, 2024
Show 4 earlier visits
Oct 3, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
746.3407(9) - Floors, ceilings and Walls in Good Repair and Clean
“In the schoolers boy's bathroom is chipped wood on the wall. It had sharp edges. Pictures were taken.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 11, 2023
- Oct 4, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
- Sep 30, 2022VisitNo rules cited
Oct 4, 2021Inspection2 rules cited
746.1309(a) - Documented Annual Training Area - 24 Hours Required
“Two out of eight caregiver records were missing annual training hour. Total hours missing is 35.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 13, 2021
746.4503(b) - Cots, Beds, Mats Labeled With Child's Name
“The cots were not labeled to match the sleep chart for the listed children. This was corrected when the caregivers labeled the cots to match the sleep chart and the child sleeping on the cot.”
Corrected during the visit
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FAQ
Questions about Building Blocks Academy VTM
Is Building Blocks Academy VTM licensed?
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued June 27, 2013.
When was Building Blocks Academy VTM last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on September 28, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 10 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Building Blocks Academy VTM had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 23 rules across 7 of 10 visits in the last 3 years; 22 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 VTM care for?
153, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Building Blocks Academy VTM accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Building Blocks Academy VTM'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 VTM cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (281) 448-1735 to ask.
What is Building Blocks Academy VTM's phone number?
(281) 448-1735.
Where is Building Blocks Academy VTM?
11110 Veterans Memorial Dr, Houston, TX 77067. The nearest other daycare we list is LBJ Creative Ideas Learning Academy, 0.2 miles away.