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Houston, TX 77078 · infants to school-age · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
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Empire Academy
- licensed capacity
- 41
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $185
- year first permitted
- 2024
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About
About Empire Academy
Empire Academy is a licensed child care center in Houston, Texas. The state has permitted it since January 16, 2024, for up to 41 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM. It describes a Bilingual / immersion and Faith-based approach, with after-school care, drop-in care, infant care and summer camp.
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 18 visits in the last 3 years and cited 16 rules across 9 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsBefore- and after-schoolSummer campFaith-basedAccepts child care subsidyOpens before 7 AMBilingual program
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
- 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 41 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 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 |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Programs | After-school care, drop-in care, infant care, summer camp and toddler care |
| Approach | Bilingual / immersion (English-Spanish), Faith-based (Bible Study) |
| Daily life | Snacks provided |
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Transportation | Transportation (school bus pick up from local schools) |
| Licensed capacity | 41 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Empire Academy 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 Empire Academy
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Full Permit
- Capacity
- 41 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Permit issued
- 2024
- License number
- #1784309
Summary
18 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Sep 15, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 9 of 18 visits · 16 rules in all · 16 corrected
- Supervision and ratios 3
- Background checks 3
- Health, medication and illness 2
- Discipline and child guidance 2
- Records and paperwork 1
- Transportation 1
- Safety and hazards 1
- Staff training and qualifications 1
- Other rules 2
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 15, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Sep 3, 2026Inspection2 rules cited
746.1205(a)(3) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know children's names and ages
“During the inspection a caregiver provided the wrong ages for the children they were responsible for twice before providing the correct ages.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 15, 2026
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 caregiver left the class room 5 times within a 10 minute window to open the door and retrieve items from different rooms without another caregiver in ratio being present in the classroom.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 15, 2026
Aug 20, 2026Visit2 rules cited
745.621(a)(7) - AP Initial background checks submitted - At the time you become aware of anyone requiring a background check under 745.605
“The operations owner does not have an active background check.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 24, 2026
746.305(a)(7) - Report Change in Controlling Person
“The operation has two people listed as controlling persons who are no longer associated with the operation.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 3, 2026
Jul 30, 2026Visit1 rule cited
745.247 - Franchise Tax Delinquent
“The operations franchise tax is delinquent.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 18, 2026
- Dec 29, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- May 14, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
May 1, 2025Visit1 rule cited
746.201(4) - Designating Director
“Operation has not had a qualified director designated at the operation since March 2025. Operation was required to have a director designated by 04/04/2025 and has not met this timeline.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 12, 2025
- Apr 10, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Apr 7, 2025Complaint investigation4 rules cited
746.2401(4) - Basic Requirements for Infants - Prompt Attention to Needs
“During the investigation there was enough evidence to support that the infants in care were not receiving prompt attention to their needs, such as feeding or diapering.”
The state verified the correction on May 12, 2025
746.201(7) - Operation Open to Parents At All Times
“During the investigation it was found that parents are not given access to enter the operation's back room, at will, during operational hours while their child is in care.”
The state verified the correction on May 12, 2025
746.2805(3) - Prohibited Punishments - Grabbing and Pulling
“During the investigation there was enough evidence to support that caregivers have grabbed child as a way to redirect behavior.”
The state verified the correction on May 12, 2025
746.2805 - Prohibited Punishments - No Harsh, Cruel or Unusual
“During the investigation it was found that children were required to do 'wall sits' as a form of punishment for behavior.”
The state verified the correction on May 12, 2025
- Apr 3, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Show 10 earlier visits
Mar 25, 2025Visit1 rule cited
745.651(1) - Background Check Validation - You must inactivate a subject who is no longer associated with your operation within 7 days of leaving
“It was found that a former employee and former director who are no longer associated with the operation were not made inactive within 7 days of leaving.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 3, 2025
- Mar 6, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Mar 4, 2025VisitNo rules cited
Jan 29, 2025Inspection3 rules cited
745.651(1) - Background Check Validation - You must inactivate a subject who is no longer associated with your operation within 7 days of leaving
“A former director was not inactivated within 7 days of no longer being associated with the operation.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 29, 2025
746.5625(b) - Electronic Child Safety Alarm - installed and maintained according to manufacturer's instructions
“When evaluating the child safety alarm on the transportation van, the alarm did not work and the device appears to not be active. The driver communicated the alarm does not work and needs to be replaced.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 3, 2025
746.603(a)(3) - Children's Records - Health Statement
“One child's file did not have any health statement nor any choice checked in health statement section of the admission form.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 4, 2025
Jul 25, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
746.5101(a) - Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
“During the inspection, it was found that the annual fire inspection was not conducted. The last inspection was conducted as 6/16/23.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 23, 2024
Jul 19, 2024Visit1 rule cited
746.1013(b) - Director's Absence - Extended Period
“It was found that no qualified temporary director was designated during the director's absence starting March.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 16, 2024
- Jan 11, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Nov 29, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
- Oct 30, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
Aug 7, 2023Inspection2 rules cited
746.3401(a) - Annual Sanitation Inspection
“During inspection on 08/07/2023, the operation did not have sanitation inspection completed as required per minimum standards.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 14, 2023
746.5101(a) - Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
“During inspection on 08/07/2023, the operation did not have fire marshal inspection completed as required per minimum standards.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 9, 2023
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FAQ
Questions about Empire Academy
Is Empire Academy licensed?
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued January 16, 2024.
When was Empire Academy last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on September 15, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 18 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Empire Academy had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 16 rules across 9 of 18 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 Empire Academy care for?
41, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Empire Academy accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Empire Academy'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 Empire Academy cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (281) 809-3388 to ask.
What is Empire Academy's phone number?
(281) 809-3388.
Where is Empire Academy?
13222 Tidwell Rd, Houston, TX 77044. The nearest other daycare we list is Team Tots Academy, 1.2 miles away.