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4101 Almeda Genoa Rd, Houston, TX
Darlyne Smith
- licensed capacity
- 12
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $164
- year first permitted
- 1999
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About
About Darlyne Smith
Darlyne Smith is a home daycare in Houston, Texas. It is registered with the state (since October 6, 1999), for up to 12 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM. As a home daycare, the provider shares the address with families when you call.
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 3 visits in the last 3 years and cited 1 rule across 1 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsSchool-ageAccepts child care subsidyOpens before 7 AM
Ages served: infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
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- Type
- Home daycare
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 12 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Setting | Family child care homeFrom the state license |
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 12 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Darlyne Smith has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a home daycare in Harris County has a median price of $164 a week (U.S. Department of Labor, 2022).
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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 Darlyne Smith
License
- Status
- Registered with the state and operating
- License type
- Registered
- Capacity
- 12 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Permit issued
- 1999
- License number
- #507638
Summary
3 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Sep 3, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 1 of 3 visits · 1 rule in all · 1 corrected
- Staff training and qualifications 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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- Sep 3, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Oct 7, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Oct 8, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
747.1309(a) - Primary Caregiver Annual Training -30 Hours Required
“Primary caregiver file was missing the required 30 clock hours of trainings.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 23, 2024
Oct 10, 2023Inspection2 rules cited
747.1303(2)(A) - Training Requirements for Caregivers- Pediatric First-Aid and Pediatric CPR
“There was no current first aid/cpr training for primary caregiver to review during inspection. First aid/cpr training was observed expired 3/2023.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 10, 2023
747.3803(a)(8) - First Aid Kit Incomplete - Tweezers
“The first aid kit was observed missing tweezers during the inspection.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 10, 2023
Oct 25, 2022Inspection11 rules cited
747.603(a)(2) - Children's Records - Admission Information
“One out of the three files reviewed was missing a enrollment admissions form for the child.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 28, 2022
747.2102(a) - Written Activity Plan - Develop and Follow
“There were no written activity plans written or followed for review during the inspection.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 2, 2022
747.207(1) - Policies Comply with Rules
“The operational policy was observed missing the required information on procedures for the release of children, procedures for dispensing medications, procedures for handling medical emergencies, procedures for parental notification, discipline and guidance policy, safe sleep for infants 12 months old or younger, animals, promotion of physical activity including benefits of physical activity, duration of physical activity, type of physical activity, setting it will take place, recommended clothing and foot wear and plan for extreme weather, procedures for parent to review and discuss questions/concerns about policies and procedures, procedures for parents to participate in the center's operation and activities, Procedures for parents to review copy of most recent inspection report, and how to access minimum standards, instructions on how parents may contact local licensing office, Texas Abuse and Neglect Hotline and DFPS website, and Emergency Preparedness plan.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 8, 2022
747.4407(a) - Maintenance Procedures for Active Play Space - Inspect Daily
“There were hazards observed in the outdoor playspace including a gas generator, barbeque pits, paint buckets, poles that were sticking out of the ground, exercise machines, a tire, and broken boards on the ground all accessible to children.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 27, 2022
747.5337(a)(3) - Electric or Battery Operated CO System-Document Test Date, Battery Installation Date and Staff Name conducting Testing and Installation
“There was no documentation for review of testing of carbon monoxide detector available for review during the inspection.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 28, 2022
747.5105 - Mounting of Fire Extinguishers
“Two fire extinguishers were observed sitting on the kitchen floor not mounted on the wall during the inspection.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 28, 2022
747.5107(b) - Fire Extinguishers Serviced
“Two fire extinguishers observed were last serviced on April of 2019 during the inspection.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 28, 2022
747.5115 - Smoke Detectors Testing
“There was no record of smoke detector testing available for review during inspection.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 28, 2022
747.5005(1) - Fire Drill Monthly - Exit in 3 Minutes
“There were no fire drills documented for review during the inspection.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 28, 2022
747.2105(a) - Screen Time Activities - Not Used for Under Two
“A 15 month old infant was observed having screen time during the inspection. This was corrected during the inspection when the caregiver was observed turning off the television and giving the infant another activity to do.”
Corrected during the visit
747.909(2) - Records for Primary Caregiver - Training Hours
“There were no records of required training hours to review during the inspection.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 8, 2022
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FAQ
Questions about Darlyne Smith
Is Darlyne Smith licensed?
Yes. Darlyne Smith is registered with the state and operating, with a permit issued October 6, 1999. This is how Texas authorizes this type of child care.
When was Darlyne Smith last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on September 3, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 3 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Darlyne Smith had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 1 rule across 1 of 3 visits in the last 3 years; 1 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 Darlyne Smith care for?
12, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Darlyne Smith accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Darlyne Smith's hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Darlyne Smith cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (713) 991-5909 to ask.
What is Darlyne Smith's phone number?
(713) 991-5909.
Where is Darlyne Smith?
Houston, TX 77048. It is a home daycare, so the provider shares the street address with families directly.