Vanessa Smith
Bryan, TX 77803 · toddlers to school-age · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Ernestine Carroll
- licensed capacity
- 12
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $139
- year first permitted
- 1996
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About
About Ernestine Carroll
Ernestine Carroll is a home daycare in Bryan, Texas. It is registered with the state (since July 3, 1996), for up to 12 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM. As a home daycare, the provider shares the address with families when you call.
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 2 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-age
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 | 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Thursday | 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Friday | 7:30 AM to 5:30 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 |
| Licensed capacity | 12 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Ernestine Carroll has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a home daycare in Brazos County has a median price of $139 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$154
Home daycare$139
Toddler
Center$145
Home daycare$134
Preschool
Center$141
Home daycare$132
School age
Center$134
Home daycare$126
State record
Inspection reports for Ernestine Carroll
License
- Status
- Registered with the state and operating
- License type
- Registered
- Capacity
- 12 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Permit issued
- 1996
- License number
- #522661
Summary
2 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Oct 14, 2025: no rules cited
Rules cited on 1 of 2 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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- Oct 14, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Feb 10, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
747.1303(2)(A) - Training Requirements for Caregivers- Pediatric First-Aid and Pediatric CPR
“The operation staff CPR and First Aid certification is expired.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 24, 2025
- Feb 24, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
Feb 16, 2023Inspection6 rules cited
747.5115 - Smoke Detectors Testing
“While reviewing records there was no date available for when the last smoke detector testing was conducted. This was corrected at the inspection when the smoke detector was tested.”
Corrected during the visit
747.801(12) - Records Maintained and Made Available - Children's Product Certification
“While reviewing records the last Children's Product Certification form was signed in 2021. This corrected at the inspection when a new form was signed.”
Corrected during the visit
747.207(1) - Policies Comply with Rules
“While reviewing the operational policy there was no promotion of indoor and outdoor physical activity and emergency preparedness plan available.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 24, 2023
747.5005(1) - Fire Drill Monthly - Exit in 3 Minutes
“While reviewing records the last fire, serve weather, and lockdown drills were last completed August 17, 2020.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 24, 2023
747.5337(a)(2) - Electric or Battery Operated CO System-Test Monthly
“While reviewing records there was no date for the last time the carbon monoxide system being tested. This was corrected at the inspection when the carbon monoxide was tested.”
Corrected during the visit
747.5103 - Must Have at Least One 3A-40BC Dry Chemical Fire Extinguisher or Fire Extinguisher Approved by Fire Marshal
“While doing a walkthrough there was no 3A-40BC dry chemical fire extinguisher available.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 22, 2023
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FAQ
Questions about Ernestine Carroll
Is Ernestine Carroll licensed?
Yes. Ernestine Carroll is registered with the state and operating, with a permit issued July 3, 1996. This is how Texas authorizes this type of child care.
When was Ernestine Carroll last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on October 14, 2025, with no rules cited. It lists 2 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Ernestine Carroll had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 1 rule across 1 of 2 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 Ernestine Carroll care for?
12, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Ernestine Carroll accept child care subsidies?
The state record does not list it as accepting subsidies. Ask the provider directly.
What are Ernestine Carroll's hours?
Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Ernestine Carroll cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (979) 218-4301 to ask.
What is Ernestine Carroll's phone number?
(979) 218-4301.
Where is Ernestine Carroll?
Bryan, TX 77803. It is a home daycare, so the provider shares the street address with families directly.