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Doris Gardner Ratliff Ctr For Child Development
- licensed capacity
- 55
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $185
- year first permitted
- 2004
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About Doris Gardner Ratliff Ctr For Child Development
Doris Gardner Ratliff Ctr For Child Development is a licensed child care center in Houston, Texas. The state has permitted it since April 1, 2004, for up to 55 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM.
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 6 visits in the last 3 years and cited 16 rules across 5 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
- Child care center
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 55 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 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 |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 55 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Doris Gardner Ratliff Ctr For Child Development 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 Doris Gardner Ratliff Ctr For Child Development
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Full Permit
- Capacity
- 55 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Permit issued
- 2004
- License number
- #834778
Summary
6 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Dec 3, 2025: no rules cited
Rules cited on 5 of 6 visits · 16 rules in all · 16 corrected
- Safe sleep 4
- Staff training and qualifications 4
- Records and paperwork 2
- Health, medication and illness 2
- Background checks 1
- Discipline and child guidance 1
- Safety and hazards 1
- Building, equipment and play areas 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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- Dec 3, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Nov 19, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
“An individual who is apart of maintenance was observed in a toddler classroom having a conversation with another caregiver while children were present. The individual does not have an active background check in the system. This was corrected during the inspection when I observed the individual leave.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 3, 2025
Nov 12, 2025Inspection4 rules cited
746.603(a)(2) - Children's Records - Admission Information
“one out of six children did not have an admission form available for review”
The state verified the correction on Nov 19, 2025
746.2426(a)(1) - Infant May Not Sleep in a Restrictive Device
“A six month infant was observed sleeping in a swing for over ten minutes. This was corrected during the inspection when I informed the two caregivers to remove the child from the swing and place the child in the crib”
The state verified the correction on Nov 19, 2025
746.603(a)(3) - Children's Records - Health Statement
“One out of six children did not have a health statement available for review”
The state verified the correction on Nov 19, 2025
746.1107(2) - Additional Minimum Qualifications for Caregivers - HS Diploma, Equivalent, Certification of Completion
“One out of ten caregiver did not have a high school diploma or equivalent on file”
The state verified the correction on Nov 19, 2025
Dec 17, 2024Inspection3 rules cited
746.2207(c)(4) - Screen Time Activities - Not Used During Eating or Rest Times
“Children were observed watching mickey mouse during snack time This was corrected during the inspection when I observed the caregiver turn off the tablet and closed it.”
Corrected during the visit
746.5405 - Documentation of Gas Leak Inspection
“The gas leak test report is not available for review”
The state verified the correction on Jan 6, 2025
746.2207(a) - Screen Time Activities - Not Used for Under Two
“Children under the age of two were observed watching mickey mouse on a tablet while eating snack. This was corrected during the inspection when I observed the caregiver turing the tablet off and closing it.”
Corrected during the visit
Dec 6, 2024Inspection7 rules cited
746.1309(e) - Documented Annual Training- Required Content
“Six out of Six caregivers are missing the required health and safety Audit trainings. (1) Emergency preparedness (2) Preventing and responding to emergencies due to food or an allergic reaction; (3) Understanding building and physical premises safety, including identification and protection from hazards that can cause bodily injury such as electrical hazards, bodies of water, and vehicular traffic; and (4) Handling, storing, and disposing of hazardous materials i).”
The state verified the correction on Dec 12, 2024
746.1315(a) - Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric first aid with rescue breathing and choking.
“Five out of six caregivers have expired CPR First aid certificates. The CPR first aid expired August 22nd, 2024.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 12, 2024
746.1315(b) - Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric CPR
“Five out of six caregivers have expired CPR First aid certificates. The CPR first aid expired August 22nd, 2024.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 12, 2024
746.3401(a) - Annual Sanitation Inspection
“The health inspection report was not available for review.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 6, 2024
746.5103 - Documentation of Fire Inspection
“The fire inspection report was not available for review.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 6, 2025
746.4601(4) - Safety Requirements for Active Play Equipment - No Entanglement Protrusions or Openings
“The playground structure had grey nail bolts sticking out of the black barrier. This was corrected during the inspection when I observed maintenance hammering the bolts back into place.”
Corrected during the visit
746.2415(b) - AP Cribs - Only Snug Fitting Sheet and Crib Mattress Cover Allowed if Infant Younger than 12 Months of Age
“While in the crib, a five month old infant was observed sleeping with a blanket. This was corrected during the inspection when I observed the caregiver remove the blanket.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 17, 2024
Dec 27, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
746.501(a)(9) - Written Operational Policies - Safe Sleep for Infants 12 Months and Younger
“The infant safe sleep policy was not written in the operational policies.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 4, 2024
Jan 20, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
746.605(12) - Required Admission Information - Emergency Medical Authorization
“1 child's file still does not contain the complete emergenct contact information.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 23, 2023
Jan 6, 2023Inspection11 rules cited
746.603(a)(4) - Children's Records - Immunizations
“1 out of 5 children's records evaluated did not contain documentation of immunizations.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 20, 2023
746.501(a)(18) - Written Operational Policies - Promotion of Physical Activity
“Documentation showing the promotion of physical activities was missing from the operational policies and the following information must be included: (A) The benefits of physical activity and outdoor play (B) The duration of physical activity at your operation, both indoor and outdoor (C) The type of physical activity (structured and unstructured) that children may engage in at your operatio (D) Each setting in which your physical activity program will take place (E) The recommended clothing and footwear that will allow a child to participate freely and safely in physical activities (F) A plan to ensure physical activity occurs on days when extreme weather conditions prohibit or limit outdoor play.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 20, 2023
746.4135(b) - Children's Products- Annual Certification
“The annual children's product certification expired last month and has not been completed.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 20, 2023
746.2415(b) - AP Cribs - Only Snug Fitting Sheet and Crib Mattress Cover Allowed if Infant Younger than 12 Months of Age
“A 6 week old infant was observed in a crib with blankets and a boppy pillow during the inspection. Note: It was discussed with the provider that infants under 12 months must not have anything in their cribs but the tight fitting sheet due to the risk of SIDS. The provider removed the items from the crib during the inspection.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 20, 2023
746.2426 - Infant May Not Sleep in a Restrictive Device
“During the inspection infants were observed sleeping in baby swings. Note: The caregivers removed the infants from the swing to their crib.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 20, 2023
746.2421(b) - Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days
“The feeding instructions for 3 infants have not been updated within the last 30 days.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 20, 2023
746.3701(9) - Safety - Televisions Anchored to Prevent Tip Over
“A television was not mounted or anchored during the inspection.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 20, 2023
746.2419(8) - Requirements for Feeding Infants - Other Use of Handwashing Sink
“Bottles, spoons and bowls were observed on the hand washing sink in the infant room.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 20, 2023
746.605(12) - Required Admission Information - Emergency Medical Authorization
“2 out of 5 children's records evaluated did not contain the authorization for emergency medical treatment.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 20, 2023
746.5101(a) - Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
“An annual fire inspection has not been conducted within the past 12 months.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 20, 2023
746.801(6) - Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Liability Insurance
“Documentation of current liability insurance was not available during the inspection.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 20, 2023
Jan 18, 2022Inspection2 rules cited
746.603(a)(3) - Children's Records - Health Statement
“Health statement was missing on one out of four files checked.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 20, 2022
746.5401 - Requirement of Gas Leak Inspection
“Current gas inspection was not available duirng inspection.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 21, 2022
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FAQ
Questions about Doris Gardner Ratliff Ctr For Child Development
Is Doris Gardner Ratliff Ctr For Child Development licensed?
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued April 1, 2004.
When was Doris Gardner Ratliff Ctr For Child Development last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on December 3, 2025, with no rules cited. It lists 6 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Doris Gardner Ratliff Ctr For Child Development had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 16 rules across 5 of 6 visits in the last 3 years; 16 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 Doris Gardner Ratliff Ctr For Child Development care for?
55, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Doris Gardner Ratliff Ctr For Child Development accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Doris Gardner Ratliff Ctr For Child Development'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 Doris Gardner Ratliff Ctr For Child Development cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (713) 852-1470 to ask.
What is Doris Gardner Ratliff Ctr For Child Development's phone number?
(713) 852-1470.
Where is Doris Gardner Ratliff Ctr For Child Development?
13033 Landmark St, Houston, TX 77045. The nearest other daycare we list is DBA First Advantage Learning, 0.2 miles away.