Toddler House INC No 4
2215 W 34th St, Houston, TX
4.3· 39 reviews
Children's Lighthouse of Oak Forest
- licensed capacity
- 268
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $185
- year first permitted
- 2021
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About
About Children's Lighthouse of Oak Forest
Children's Lighthouse of Oak Forest is a licensed child care center in Houston, Texas. The state has permitted it since June 8, 2021, for up to 268 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:30 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 10 rules across 5 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsBefore- and after-schoolSummer campCameras for parentsSecure entrySTEM / STEAMOpens before 7 AM
Ages served: infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
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Ask when you call: rates, current openings, staff-to-child ratio and teacher qualifications.
- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 268 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Thursday | 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Friday | 6:30 AM to 6:30 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 |
| Safety | Secure Keypad Entry, Cameras / live video for parents (Real-Time Video Monitoring), Outdoor playground |
| Accreditation | Cognia (AdvancED) accredited |
| Licensed capacity | 268 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Children's Lighthouse of Oak Forest 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 Children's Lighthouse of Oak Forest
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Full Permit
- Capacity
- 268 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Permit issued
- 2021
- License number
- #1715787
Summary
13 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Feb 12, 2026: 2 rules cited
Rules cited on 5 of 13 visits · 10 rules in all · 10 corrected
- Staff training and qualifications 3
- Supervision and ratios 3
- Background checks 2
- Health, medication and illness 1
- 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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Feb 12, 2026Inspection2 rules cited
746.605(15) - Required Admission Information-Child's allergies and Completed Food Allergy Plan
“A child on the allergy list does not have the required allergy medication.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 20, 2026
745.621(a)(2) - AP Initial background checks submitted - At the time you hire someone
“A caregiver was present caring for children without a background check. A background check was submitted for the caregiver during the inspection, and the caregiver was no longer in charge of children.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 20, 2026
Sep 12, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
746.1315(b) - Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric CPR
“A caregiver had an expiration date of 8/2025.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 24, 2025
746.901(6) - Required Personnel Records -Training Hours
“The operation was not able to provide the trainings for four caregivers.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 24, 2025
- May 21, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- May 8, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Apr 11, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Apr 7, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Apr 4, 2025Complaint 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
“There was a child that was unsupervised in the operation.”
The state verified the correction on May 8, 2025
746.305(a)(6) - Report Situation Placing Children at Risk
“The operation did not report that a child was unsupervised.”
The state verified the correction on May 8, 2025
- Feb 14, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Jan 14, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Dec 13, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Show 12 earlier visits
Dec 11, 2024Visit1 rule cited
746.1203(4) - Provide care consistent with child's habits, interests, strengths, special needs, including any special supervision needs
“It was determined that a child was found unsupervised in the hallway outside the classroom.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 14, 2025
- May 20, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Apr 22, 2024Inspection3 rules cited
746.1401(c) - Substitutes, volunteers, and contractors counted in ratio
“Two contract workers who were counted into ratio and working with a group of children did not meet caregivers qualifications. One contract working was missing CPR and First Aid. Both were missing training and orientation for the operation.”
The state verified the correction on May 20, 2024
745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
“A caregiver with an inactive background as of 11/17/2023 was observed delivering items to classrooms.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 26, 2024
746.1316(a) - Transportation Safety Training -Director and Employee Complete 2 Hours Annually
“The two drivers and both directors transportation training was not available.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 25, 2024
- May 8, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
May 1, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
746.1401(e) - Substitutes, volunteers, and contractors who do not meet caregiver qualifications must never be left alone with children
“A group of children were left in care of contract/ vendor worker without caregiver qualifications.”
The state verified the correction on May 8, 2023
- Jul 14, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
Jun 7, 2022Inspection4 rules cited
746.1316(a) - Transportation Safety Training -Director and Employee Complete 2 Hours Annually
“One caregiver only had 1 hour of transportation and the directors expired on 1/4/21 and 10/14/2020.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 10, 2022
746.901(4) - Required Personnel Records - Required Affidavit
“A caregiver did not have any affidavit in their file.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 9, 2022
746.4217 - Caring for Children Above or Below Ground Level
“The operation did not have documentation allowing children on the second floor.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 14, 2022
746.605(6) - Required Admission Information - Emergency Contact
“One child is missing emergency contact information and two children are missing address for their emergency contact.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 9, 2022
May 19, 2022Complaint investigation4 rules cited
746.1203(4) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Supervision of Children
“Children were not being supervised when they were able to walk out the emergency door leading to the outside of the building.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 14, 2022
746.201(9) - Complying with Laws and Rules
“The permit holder was not in compliance with ensuring supervision is being maintained by director and caregivers with children in care. The operation has been cited twice within their 12 months after issuance for children not being supervised.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 14, 2022
746.305(a)(6) - Report Situation Placing Children at Risk
“During the investigation it was determine that children were placed at risk when they walked out the emergency door on two different occasions and days the operation did not make a report to licensing the first time this happened.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 14, 2022
746.701(5) - Licensing Incident/Illness Report Form - Situations Placing Children at Risk
“The operation was found to not have provider any incident report to a parent of a child that was placed at risk that is required by minimum standards.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 14, 2022
- Feb 8, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
- Jan 7, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
Jan 6, 2022Visit2 rules cited
746.1203(4) - Responsibilities of Caregivers- Supervision of Children
“It was determined that a 20 month old child was left alone in a classroom with the lights off when the caregivers took the class to the playground.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 8, 2022
746.1003(1) - Director Responsibilities - Operate in Compliance
“The director was not in compliance with ensuring supervision is being maintained with children in care. The operation was previously cited on 8/25/2021 for a child being left unsupervised.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 8, 2022
Dec 16, 2021Inspection1 rule cited
746.5101(a) - Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
“During review of fire safety the operation was found to not have a current fire inspection.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 7, 2022
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FAQ
Questions about Children's Lighthouse of Oak Forest
Is Children's Lighthouse of Oak Forest licensed?
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued June 8, 2021.
When was Children's Lighthouse of Oak Forest last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on February 12, 2026, with 2 rules cited. It lists 13 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Children's Lighthouse of Oak Forest had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 10 rules across 5 of 13 visits in the last 3 years; 10 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 Oak Forest care for?
268, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Children's Lighthouse of Oak Forest accept child care subsidies?
The state record does not list it as accepting subsidies. Ask the provider directly.
What are Children's Lighthouse of Oak Forest's hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Children's Lighthouse of Oak Forest cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (713) 588-0263 to ask.
What is Children's Lighthouse of Oak Forest's phone number?
(713) 588-0263.
Where is Children's Lighthouse of Oak Forest?
2109 W 34th St, Houston, TX 77018. The nearest other daycare we list is The Learning Experience-Houston Oak Forest, under 0.1 miles away.