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Children's Lighthouse of Katy - Cross Creek Ranch
- licensed capacity
- 238
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $185
- year first permitted
- 2022
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About
About Children's Lighthouse of Katy - Cross Creek Ranch
Children's Lighthouse of Katy - Cross Creek Ranch is a licensed child care center in Fulshear, Texas. The state has permitted it since March 28, 2022, for up to 238 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM. It describes a STEM / STEAM approach, with after-school care, before-school care, infant care and preschool.
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 13 visits in the last 3 years and cited 2 rules across 2 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsBefore- and after-schoolSummer campCameras for parentsSecure entrySTEM / STEAMAccepts child care subsidyOpens before 7 AM
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
- 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 238 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | 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, preschool, summer camp and toddler care |
| Approach | STEM / STEAM |
| Curriculum | Lighthouse CARES® |
| Safety | Secure Keypad Entry, Cameras / live video for parents (Real-Time Video Monitoring), Outdoor playground |
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Accreditation | Cognia (AdvancED) accredited |
| Licensed capacity | 238 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Children's Lighthouse of Katy - Cross Creek Ranch has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Fort Bend 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 Children's Lighthouse of Katy - Cross Creek Ranch
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Full Permit
- Capacity
- 238 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Permit issued
- 2022
- License number
- #1726975
Summary
13 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Sep 11, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 2 of 13 visits · 2 rules in all · 2 corrected
- Records and paperwork 1
- Background checks 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
- Sep 11, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Sep 9, 2026VisitNo rules cited
- Aug 25, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Aug 21, 2026VisitNo rules cited
- Jul 28, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Jul 21, 2026VisitNo rules cited
- Feb 18, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Feb 17, 2026VisitNo rules cited
- Jan 28, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Feb 25, 2025VisitNo rules cited
Show 11 earlier visits
- Feb 24, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Jan 22, 2025Visit1 rule cited
746.303(b) - Report Number of Employees
“A review of the Employees Who Left Employment in 2024 data 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 23, 2025
Mar 11, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
“A caregiver was present in the Infant 2 classroom without an eligible background check. Note: The caregiver left and the background check was submitted during inspection.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 15, 2024
- Mar 31, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
- Jan 10, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
- Jan 3, 2023VisitNo rules cited
Oct 13, 2022Complaint investigation2 rules cited
746.307(b)(4) - Parental Communication - Situation that Placed a Child at Risk
“The operation did not report the complete information or details of the situation.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 12, 2023
746.1203(4) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Supervision of Children
“The caregivers in charge did not know the children were underneath the slide.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 10, 2023
- Sep 23, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
- Mar 4, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
Jan 13, 2022Inspection1 rule cited
746.2421(b) - Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days
“Three infant feeding schedules had not been updated in the last 30 days.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 17, 2022
- Nov 17, 2021InspectionNo rules cited
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FAQ
Questions about Children's Lighthouse of Katy - Cross Creek Ranch
Is Children's Lighthouse of Katy - Cross Creek Ranch licensed?
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued March 28, 2022.
When was Children's Lighthouse of Katy - Cross Creek Ranch last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on September 11, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 13 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Children's Lighthouse of Katy - Cross Creek Ranch had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 2 rules across 2 of 13 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 Children's Lighthouse of Katy - Cross Creek Ranch care for?
238, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Children's Lighthouse of Katy - Cross Creek Ranch accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Children's Lighthouse of Katy - Cross Creek Ranch's hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Children's Lighthouse of Katy - Cross Creek Ranch cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (281) 394-9696 to ask.
What is Children's Lighthouse of Katy - Cross Creek Ranch's phone number?
(281) 394-9696.
Where is Children's Lighthouse of Katy - Cross Creek Ranch?
5740 FM 1463 Rd, Fulshear, TX 77441. The nearest other daycare we list is Second Baptist School Early Childhood Program, 0.2 miles away.