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500 Witt Rd, Little Elm, TX
Ester Tyler-Aikens
- licensed capacity
- 7
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $167
- year first permitted
- 2020
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About
About Ester Tyler-Aikens
Ester Tyler-Aikens is a home daycare in Little Elm, Texas. It is registered with the state (since December 14, 2020), for up to 7 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM. It describes its programs: infant care and toddler care. As a home daycare, the provider shares the address with families when you call.
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 6 visits in the last 3 years and cited 12 rules across 6 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
- 7 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 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 |
| 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 |
| Programs | Infant care and toddler care |
| Curriculum | Circle |
| Enrichment | Yoga, dance, agility games, sports |
| Staff | Career-educator with a lifetime certification |
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 7 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Ester Tyler-Aikens has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a home daycare in Denton County has a median price of $167 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$191
Home daycare$167
Toddler
Center$176
Home daycare$158
Preschool
Center$170
Home daycare$156
School age
Center$159
Home daycare$146
State record
Inspection reports for Ester Tyler-Aikens
License
- Status
- Registered with the state and operating
- License type
- Registered
- Capacity
- 7 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Permit issued
- 2020
- License number
- #1710666
Summary
6 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Sep 22, 2026: 1 rule cited
Rules cited on 6 of 6 visits · 12 rules in all · 10 corrected
- Staff training and qualifications 4
- Safety and hazards 4
- Health, medication and illness 3
- Discipline and child guidance 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 22, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
747.611(b) - Health Statement on File
“During the inspection, one child's health statement was not available in the file.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 29, 2026
Dec 2, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
747.2107(1) - Planned activities designed to meet special care needs-Accommodations
“One child with special care needs didn't have an accommodation plan available during the inspection.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 29, 2025
747.1309(d) - Primary Caregiver Annual Training - Required Special Topics without specific hours
“The primary caregiver was missing training in emergency preparedness.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 3, 2025
Mar 3, 2025Visit1 rule cited
747.603(a)(3) - Children's Records - Health Statement
“One child lacked a health statement.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 17, 2025
Jan 28, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
747.1309(e)(1) - Primary Caregiver Annual Training - Required training less than- 5 years experience
“The primary caregiver was missing four hours of the annual training in management techniques, leadership, or staff supervision.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 5, 2025
747.603(a)(3) - Children's Records - Health Statement
“Two children lacked health statements at the time of the inspection.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 3, 2025
Apr 22, 2024Visit3 rules cited
747.3703(b) - Animals at Center - Statement of Health from Veterinarian
“A statement of health from a local veterinarian for two dos present at the home was not made available for licensing”
The state verified the correction on Apr 3, 2024
747.5107(a) - Inspect Fire Extinguishers Monthly
“The carbon monoxide detector, smoke detector, and fire extinguisher were not being checked monthly. In February 2024, this equipment was not checked by the primary caregiver.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 1, 2024
747.1309(c) - Primary Caregiver Annual Training - Special topics for children under 24 months
“The primary caregiver was missing training for the previous training year in the following topics: Recognizing and preventing shaken baby syndrome, Understanding and using safe sleep practices and preventing sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS), Understanding early childhood brain development.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 5, 2024
Mar 27, 2024Inspection3 rules cited
747.5107(a) - Inspect Fire Extinguishers Monthly
“The carbon monoxide detector, smoke detector, and fire extinguisher were not being checked monthly. In February 2024, this equipment was not checked by the primary caregiver.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 1, 2024
747.3935(b) - Children's Products- Annual Certification
“The consumer product safety recall form had not been updated annually. The last update was on 09/10/2022. This was corrected during the inspection when the operation re-certified their form and ensured the home has no recalled items.”
Corrected during the visit
747.1309(c) - Primary Caregiver Annual Training - Special topics for children under 24 months
“The primary caregiver was missing training for the previous training year in the following topics: Recognizing and preventing shaken baby syndrome, Understanding and using safe sleep practices and preventing sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS), Understanding early childhood brain development.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 1, 2024
Jul 5, 2023Inspection2 rules cited
747.603(a)(4) - Children's Records - Immunizations
“Upon reviewing children's records, two children did not have updated immunizations.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 26, 2023
747.603(a)(3) - Children's Records - Health Statement
“A health statement is not on record for one child enrolled in care.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 26, 2023
Sep 23, 2022Inspection3 rules cited
747.3603(a)(1) - Medication Authorization - Signed and Dated
“The operation has two medications present at the operation with no medication authorization forms.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 2, 2022
747.3703(b) - Animals at Center - Statement of Health from Veterinarian
“The operation has two household pets that do not have statements of health.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 2, 2022
747.3609 - Medication No Longer Used
“The operation has expire medication on file for a child with known food allergies.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 2, 2022
Sep 9, 2022Inspection4 rules cited
745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
“A household member was present in the home during operational hours.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 23, 2022
747.1401(a)(2) - Household Members Qualifications - Orientation
“A household member does not have orientation.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 23, 2022
747.5005(1) - Fire Drill Monthly - Exit in 3 Minutes
“The operation does not have documentation of any drills conducted.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 23, 2022
747.5105 - Mounting of Fire Extinguishers
“The operations fire extinguisher was observed to not be mounted.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 23, 2022
Aug 30, 2022Inspection15 rules cited
747.3803(a) - First Aid Kit - Complete Kit
“The operation did not have a completed first aid kit. CI: The primary caregiver gathered items from throughout the home during inspection.”
Corrected during the visit
747.501(1) - Written Operational Policies - Release of Children
“The operations polies are missing the following (1), (8), (9), and (10).”
The state verified the correction on Sep 23, 2022
747.1501(c)(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
“The operation has a child in care with documentation of known food allergy. The operation did not use good judgment by not having listed medications on file at the operation.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 9, 2022
747.3211(1) - Caregiver Handwashing Before Eating or Handling Food
“Children were observed being served food multiple times during inspection before washing their hands.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 9, 2022
747.5105 - Mounting of Fire Extinguishers
“The operations fire extinguisher was observed to not be mounted.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 9, 2022
747.1303(5)(A) - Training Requirements for Primary Caregiver -30 Hours Annual Training
“The primary caregiver has 24 hours of the required 30 hours of annual training. The primary caregiver does not have the following annual required trainings: emergency preparedness, administering medication, understanding building and physical premises safety, and handling storing, and disposing of hazardous materials.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 23, 2022
747.1313(b) - Pediatric First-Aid and Pediatric CPR Training -skill based and hands on
“The primary caregiver does not have a current CPR/First Aid.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 23, 2022
747.3303(a)(1) - Diaper Changing Equipment - Smooth, Non-absorbent, Easy to Clean Surface
“The operation was observed using absorbent sheet for diaper changing.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 9, 2022
747.3505(a) - Weapons In Homes Kept in Locked Cabinet, Inaccessible to Children
“The operations firearm and was observed to be in a firearm and ammunition in a bag under the table during inspection.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 9, 2022
747.3703(a) - Animals at Center - Documentation of Vaccinations
“The operation has a dog in the home and has a dog mentioned in the operations policies but does not have a file for the dog at the operation.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 23, 2022
747.5005(1) - Fire Drill Monthly - Exit in 3 Minutes
“The operation does not have documentation of any drills conducted.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 9, 2022
747.3213(3) - Children Handwashing After Toileting or Diapering
“Children were observed not washing their hands after toileting. The primary caregiver was observed not washing their hands following diapering.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 9, 2022
747.3203(13) - Mark Cleaning Supplies, Toxic Materials; Separate from Food and Inaccessible
“Cleaning supplies were observed accessible to children throughout the restroom children use while in care.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 9, 2022
747.603(a)(4) - Children's Records - Immunizations
“Two children at the operation do not have updated immunization records.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 23, 2022
747.5003(1) - Emergency Preparedness Plan - Evacuation, Relocation and Sheltering Procedures
“The operations emergency preparedness plan is not complete.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 23, 2022
Show 1 earlier visit
- Dec 21, 2021InspectionNo rules cited
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FAQ
Questions about Ester Tyler-Aikens
Is Ester Tyler-Aikens licensed?
Yes. Ester Tyler-Aikens is registered with the state and operating, with a permit issued December 14, 2020. This is how Texas authorizes this type of child care.
When was Ester Tyler-Aikens last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on September 22, 2026, with 1 rule cited. It lists 6 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Ester Tyler-Aikens had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 12 rules across 6 of 6 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 Ester Tyler-Aikens care for?
7, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Ester Tyler-Aikens accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Ester Tyler-Aikens' 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 Ester Tyler-Aikens cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (469) 481-6513 to ask.
What is Ester Tyler-Aikens' phone number?
(469) 481-6513.
Where is Ester Tyler-Aikens?
Little Elm, TX 75068. It is a home daycare, so the provider shares the street address with families directly.