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Fundamental Beginnings Day Care Center

607 E Richey Rd Ste D, Houston, TX 770734.3· 29 reviews
licensed capacity
104
open each week
5 days
a week, county median
$185
year first permitted
2016

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About Fundamental Beginnings Day Care Center

Fundamental Beginnings Day Care Center is a licensed child care center in Houston, Texas. The state has permitted it since April 12, 2016, for up to 104 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.

It is open Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 6:30 PM.

Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 10 visits in the last 3 years and cited 8 rules across 4 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

From the state license
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Type
Child care center
Ages
Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
Hours today
Closed today
Licensed capacity
104 children

Hours

Hours

Monday6:00 AM to 6:30 PM
Tuesday6:00 AM to 6:30 PM
Wednesday6:00 AM to 6:30 PM
Thursday6:00 AM to 6:30 PM
Friday6:00 AM to 6:30 PM
SaturdayNot listed
SundayTodayNot listed
From the state license

Programs

Programs and care

AgesInfants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license
Child care subsidyAccepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license
Licensed capacity104 childrenFrom the state license
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Cost

Tuition and costs

Fundamental Beginnings Day Care Center 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).

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Harris County medians, full time, per week

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

County median full-time prices at centers and home daycares, U.S. Department of Labor, National Database of Childcare Prices, 2022 (the latest year). Not this daycare's rates; prices have risen since.

State record

Inspection reports for Fundamental Beginnings Day Care Center

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
Full Permit
Capacity
104 children
Ages
Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
Permit issued
2016
License number
#1603356
See the state's record

Summary

10 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Feb 17, 2026: no rules cited

Rules cited on 4 of 10 visits · 8 rules in all · 8 corrected

  • Records and paperwork 3
  • Food and nutrition 1
  • Safety and hazards 1
  • Discipline and child guidance 1
  • Supervision and ratios 1
  • Safe sleep 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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See all 21 visits
  1. Feb 17, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  2. Feb 25, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
    • Food and nutritionMedium risk

      746.2421(b) - Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days

      “Feeding instructions could not be observed for 4month infant during inspection.”

      The state verified the correction on Feb 26, 2025

  3. Jan 21, 2025Visit1 rule cited
    • Records and paperworkMedium Low risk

      746.303(b) - Report Number of Employees

      “The center did not report the number of employees that left employment in 2024 by the required date of 1/15/25.”

      The state verified the correction on Jan 22, 2025

  4. Oct 3, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  5. Apr 2, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  6. Mar 28, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  7. Mar 6, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  8. Feb 23, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
    • Safety and hazardsHigh risk

      746.2401(6) - Basic Requirements for Infants - Free from Choking Objects That May Cause Choking in Infants or Toddlers

      “Two infants were found in cribs with pacifier cords attached to their pacifiers while sleeping. This was corrected when the infant teacher removed the cords from the pacifiers.”

      The state verified the correction on Mar 6, 2024

  9. Feb 16, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  10. Feb 15, 2024Complaint investigation5 rules cited
    • Records and paperworkMedium Low risk

      746.605(3) - Required Admission Information - Date of Admission

      “Based on the documentation obtained during the investigation, it was found that 2 children's admission forms did not have a date of admission stated.”

      The state verified the correction on Mar 22, 2024

    • Discipline and child guidanceHigh risk

      746.1201(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control

      “Based on investigation findings and information obtained, two caregivers did not display good judgement by using a close body contact method when placing children to sleep during naptime. This method allows caregivers to use their bodies in a restrictive manner towards the child.”

      The state verified the correction on Mar 28, 2024

    • Supervision and ratiosMedium High risk

      746.1203(3)(D) - Personal use of electronic devices, such as cell phones, MP3 players, tablets, and video games

      “Based on the documentation obtained during the investigation, it was found that 3 caregivers engaged in personal use of cell phones during naptime.”

      The state verified the correction on Mar 28, 2024

    • Records and paperworkMedium High risk

      746.605(4) - Required Admission Information - Parents' Information

      “Based on the documentation obtained during the investigation, it was found on one child's admission form did not have a parent or guardian's name stated.”

      The state verified the correction on Mar 22, 2024

    • Safe sleepMedium risk

      746.2905(1) - Children Not Required to Sleep - May Not Force Child to Sleep

      “Based on investigation findings and information obtained, it was determined that caregivers are placing blankets over children's heads and forcing children to fall asleep.”

      The state verified the correction on Mar 28, 2024

Show 11 earlier visits
  1. Oct 12, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
  2. Jun 1, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
  3. Mar 30, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
  4. Mar 2, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
  5. Feb 21, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
  6. Nov 17, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
  7. Oct 26, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
  8. Oct 13, 2022Inspection4 rules cited
    • Supervision and ratiosHigh risk

      746.1203(4) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Supervision of Children

      “A infant child was observed sleeping in a crib on the other side of infant room unsupervised. There was a crib and a changing table blocking the walkway to the child crib.”

      Corrected during the visit

    • Staff training and qualificationsMedium High risk

      746.1301(7)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Transportation Training

      “Director current tranportation training could not be observed. Last transportation traning observed dated for 7/10/2021.”

      The state verified the correction on Oct 17, 2022

    • Staff training and qualificationsMedium High risk

      746.1315(a) - Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric first aid with rescue breathing and choking.

      “Infant caregiver cpr/first aid exipred 8/7/2022.”

      The state verified the correction on Oct 17, 2022

    • Safety and hazardsMedium High risk

      746.5307(b) - Fire Extinguishers Serviced

      “Fire extingusher was observed last serviced in Feb 2021.”

      The state verified the correction on Oct 17, 2022

  9. Oct 3, 2022Complaint investigation4 rules cited
    • Records and paperworkHigh risk

      746.305(a)(6) - Report Situation Placing Children at Risk

      “Based upon the information gathered during the investigation, sufficient evidence was available to support the operation failed to report that a child was left on the transportation vehicle unsupervised for an extended period of time within the 48-hour time frame. The child was left in the vehicle on 09/30/2022 and the operation reported the incident on 10/03/2022. The incident should have been reported no later than 10/02/2022.”

      The state verified the correction on Nov 17, 2022

    • TransportationHigh risk

      746.5605(3) - Safety Precautions for Loading and Unloading Children - Account for All Children

      “Based upon the information gathered during the investigation, evidence was available to support safety precautions for loading and unloading children to ensure all children were accounted for was not followed. As a result, a child was left on the van unattended.”

      The state verified the correction on Nov 17, 2022

    • Supervision and ratiosHigh risk

      746.5605(4) - AP Safety Precautions for Loading and Unloading Children - No Child Unattended

      “Based upon the information gathered during the investigation, evidence was available to support the safety precautions for unloading children was not followed. As a result, a child was left on the van unattended for approximately 90 minutes.”

      The state verified the correction on Nov 17, 2022

    • Discipline and child guidanceHigh risk

      746.1201(4) - AP Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Ensure No Child Abused, Neglected, or Exploited

      “Based upon the information gathered during the investigation, sufficient evidence was available to support a child was neglectfully supervised when left in the transportation vehicle unattended.”

      The state verified the correction on Nov 17, 2022

  10. Nov 23, 2021Inspection7 rules cited
    • Supervision and ratiosMedium High risk

      746.1203(6) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Free of other activities

      “The caregiver of the school-age group had a cell-phone and computer out while the children in care were playing. The caregiver was not able to properly and sufficiently supervise children in their care while conducting reports on their personal computer.”

      Corrected during the visit

    • Health, medication and illnessMedium risk

      746.603(a)(3) - Children's Records - Health Statement

      “Two out of six children records did not include a health statement.”

      The state verified the correction on Nov 30, 2021

    • Safety and hazardsMedium risk

      746.801(10) - Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Safety Documentation for Emergency Drills, Fire Extinguishers, & Smoke Detectors

      “Based on the documentation provided the fire drill has not been practiced since September 11th. The operation has not documented any emergency drills, smoke detector, and/or the carbon monoxide detector check.”

      The state verified the correction on Nov 23, 2021

    • Records and paperworkMedium High risk

      746.605(6) - Required Admission Information - Emergency Contact

      “Five out of six children records did not include the address for the emergency contact.”

      The state verified the correction on Nov 30, 2021

    • Records and paperworkMedium Low risk

      746.901(4) - Required Personnel Records - Required Affidavit

      “One out of six staff records did not contain a notarized affidavit.”

      The state verified the correction on Nov 24, 2021

    • Health, medication and illnessMedium High risk

      746.3819 - Food Allergy Emergency Plan Signed by Parents and Health Care Professional

      “The food allergy emergency plan was not signed by the parent, and/or guardian. The food allergy plan was signed by the physician, and dated 08/09/2021.”

      The state verified the correction on Nov 30, 2021

    • Staff training and qualificationsMedium risk

      746.901(5) - Required Personnel Records- Training Hours

      “Six out of six staff records did not include current training hours. The most recent training certificates for four out of six staff expired in 2019. Staff files were observed, in which the training topics observed did not cover the required topics.”

      The state verified the correction on Dec 20, 2021

  11. Nov 9, 2021Inspection11 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illnessMedium High risk

      746.401(10) - Required Postings-Child's Food Allergies

      “The operation did not have a copy of the food allergies posted in the facility. The food allergy named was not posted in the child's classroom(s), nor the kitchen(food preparation) area.”

      The state verified the correction on Nov 23, 2021

    • Health, medication and illnessMedium High risk

      746.3819 - Food Allergy Emergency Plan Signed by Parents and Health Care Professional

      “The food allergy emergency plan was not signed by the parent, and/or guardian. The food allergy plan was signed by the physician, and dated 08/09/2021.”

      The state verified the correction on Nov 30, 2021

    • Supervision and ratiosMedium High risk

      746.1203(3) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know Children's Names and Ages

      “The caregiver in the Toddler classroom was not aware of the ages of the youngest child in care. The caregiver acknowledged that she is not the primary caregiver in the Toddler classroom.”

      The state verified the correction on Nov 23, 2021

    • Records and paperworkMedium Low risk

      746.901(4) - Required Personnel Records - Required Affidavit

      “One out of six staff records did not contain a notarized affidavit.”

      The state verified the correction on Nov 23, 2021

    • Staff training and qualificationsMedium risk

      746.901(5) - Required Personnel Records- Training Hours

      “Six out of six staff records did not include current training hours. The most recent training certificates for four out of six staff expired in 2019.”

      The state verified the correction on Nov 23, 2021

    • Safe sleepHigh risk

      746.2409(a)(9) - Safety Requirements for Cribs - Documentation that Crib Meets Applicable Federal Rules

      “The operation had no documentation on the cribs utilized. The operation did not have the manufacturers instructions for the cribs utilized”

      The state verified the correction on Nov 23, 2021

    • Safety and hazardsMedium risk

      746.4135(b) - Children's Products- Annual Certification

      “The most recent CPSC form was dated 01/02/2019. The operation had not reviewed current recalled items on the CPSC website.”

      The state verified the correction on Nov 23, 2021

    • Records and paperworkMedium High risk

      746.605(6) - Required Admission Information - Emergency Contact

      “Five out of six children records did not include the address for the emergency contact.”

      The state verified the correction on Nov 30, 2021

    • Safety and hazardsMedium risk

      746.801(10) - Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Safety Documentation for Emergency Drills, Fire Extinguishers, & Smoke Detectors

      “Based on the documentation provided the fire drill has not been practiced since September 11th. The operation has not documented any emergency drills, smoke detector, and/or the carbon monoxide detector check.”

      The state verified the correction on Nov 23, 2021

    • Building, equipment and play areasMedium High risk

      746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment

      “One out of two toilets utilized in the Toddler classroom is in nonworking condition. The toilet/restroom in the infant classroom is utilized as storage. The operation has missing tiles in the activity area, and the children's bathroom.”

      The state verified the correction on Nov 23, 2021

    • Health, medication and illnessMedium risk

      746.603(a)(3) - Children's Records - Health Statement

      “Two out of six children records did not include a health statement.”

      The state verified the correction on Nov 30, 2021

Copied from Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation on October 1, 2026; the state's records start around Sep 2021. Rule wording, severity and dates are the state's.

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Questions about Fundamental Beginnings Day Care Center

Is Fundamental Beginnings Day Care Center licensed?

Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued April 12, 2016.

When was Fundamental Beginnings Day Care Center last inspected?

Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on February 17, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 10 visits in the last 3 years.

Has Fundamental Beginnings Day Care Center had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 8 rules across 4 of 10 visits in the last 3 years; 8 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 Fundamental Beginnings Day Care Center care for?

104, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.

Does Fundamental Beginnings Day Care Center accept child care subsidies?

Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.

What are Fundamental Beginnings Day Care Center's hours?

Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 6:30 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.

How much does Fundamental Beginnings Day Care Center cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (281) 869-4770 to ask.

What is Fundamental Beginnings Day Care Center's phone number?

(281) 869-4770.

Where is Fundamental Beginnings Day Care Center?

607 E Richey Rd Ste D, Houston, TX 77073. The nearest other daycare we list is TLW Childrens Development Center, 0.6 miles away.

Sources: Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation (license and visits) · U.S. Department of Labor, 2022 (county prices).