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Houston, TX 77042 · infants to school-age · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Grace School Early Childhood Program
- licensed capacity
- 155
- open each week
- 5 days
- yearly, posted tuition
- $11,970
- year first permitted
- 1986
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About
About Grace School Early Childhood Program
Grace School Early Childhood Program is a licensed child care center in Houston, Texas. The state has permitted it since February 9, 1986, for up to 155 children, serving toddlers and preschoolers.
It is open Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM. It describes a Faith-based and STEM / STEAM approach, with after-school care and pre-k. It lists yearly tuition from $11,970 to $23,230.
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 17 visits in the last 3 years and cited 7 rules across 5 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
Preschool / pre-KBefore- and after-schoolFaith-basedSTEM / STEAMPosts tuition
Ages served: toddlers and preschoolers
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Ask when you call: current openings, staff-to-child ratio and teacher qualifications.
- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Toddlers and preschoolers
- Hours today
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 155 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Toddlers and preschoolersFrom the state license. It lists: Two-years-old through eighth grade |
|---|---|
| Programs | After-school care and pre-k |
| Approach | Faith-based (Christian), STEM / STEAM |
| Class size | Average Class Size 15 |
| Licensed capacity | 155 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Grace School Early Childhood Program lists yearly tuition from $11,970 to $23,230. For comparison, full-time toddler care at a child care center in Harris County has a median price of $172 a week (U.S. Department of Labor, 2022).
| Yearly · program, in its own words | Price |
|---|---|
| PreK 2, Five Days, 2026-27 Total Tuition | $17,590 |
| PreK 2, Three Days, 2026-27 | $11,970 |
| PreK 3, Five Days, 2026-27 | $20,350 |
| PreK 3, Three Days, 2026-27 | $13,840 |
| PreK 4, 2026-27 (row shared with Kindergarten – Fifth Grade) | $23,230 |
| Application Fee | $150 |
5 posted prices. Rates change, so confirm before you enroll.
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 Grace School Early Childhood Program
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Full Permit
- Capacity
- 155 children
- Ages
- Toddlers and preschoolers
- Permit issued
- 1986
- License number
- #118941
Summary
17 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Sep 29, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 5 of 17 visits · 7 rules in all · 7 corrected
- Safe sleep 2
- Supervision and ratios 2
- Records and paperwork 1
- Background checks 1
- Other rules 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 29, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Aug 26, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
746.2909(3) - Arrangement of Napping Equipment -Provides Sufficient Walking and Work Space
“Caregiver had children arranged around her work area in a way that blocked safe passage.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 29, 2026
- Aug 26, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Jan 28, 2025Visit1 rule cited
746.303(b) - Report Number of Employees
“Operation has not reported their staffing changes for the year 2024 by the due date of 1/15/2025. NOTE: Director provided proof of compliance same day.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 28, 2025
- Aug 15, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- May 22, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- May 20, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Apr 15, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Apr 8, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Apr 5, 2024Visit2 rules cited
746.1205(a)(2) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know number of children responsible for
“It was found that the caregiver did know how many children the caregiver was repsoblbie for when outside as caregiver failed to do count before leaving the classroom and when the classroom got outside.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 15, 2024
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
“It was found that a child was left unattended in the classroom for 2 to 3 minutes.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 15, 2024
Show 9 earlier visits
- Apr 4, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Mar 28, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Mar 27, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Mar 22, 2024VisitNo rules cited
Mar 21, 2024Complaint investigation2 rules cited
746.201(9) - Complying with Laws and Rules
“Based on the information obtained, the operation is not in compliance with minimum standard rules. The provider allowed a person to be in charge of the after-school program who did not meet all qualifications.”
The state verified the correction on May 22, 2024
745.635(3) - AP Background ck determination - If provisionally eligible w/conditions or eligible w/conditions you must restrict duties per conditions/restrictions
“Based on the information obtained, the operation did not follow the background check conditions set by CBCU for a person with provisional eligibility by allowing the person to oversee staff.”
The state verified the correction on May 22, 2024
Mar 20, 2024Complaint investigation1 rule cited
746.2905(1) - Children Not Required to Sleep - May Not Force Child to Sleep
“Based on the information obtained, a caregiver has placed their foot over a child for them to go to sleep.”
The state verified the correction on May 22, 2024
- Mar 19, 2024VisitNo rules cited
Aug 16, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
746.605(3) - Required Admission Information - Date of Admission
“Date of admission was missing on file for four out of ten children files checked. This was corrected during inspection.”
Corrected during the visit
Sep 15, 2022Inspection2 rules cited
745.621(a)(2) - AP Initial background checks submitted - At the time you hire someone
“Four staff members were observed at the operation and providing direct care to children without an initial background check submission entered. One staff member was observed in a classroom. One staff member was observed in the outside courtyard. Two staff members were observed on the playground. The four staff members were assisting other staff that has completed background checks on file.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 15, 2022
746.801(1) - Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Children's Records
“Four children records evaluated were missing one or more of the following information from their admission forms: -Special needs Acknowledgment; -Date of Admission; -Address for child's emergency contact person”
The state verified the correction on Sep 16, 2022
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FAQ
Questions about Grace School Early Childhood Program
Is Grace School Early Childhood Program licensed?
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued February 9, 1986.
When was Grace School Early Childhood Program last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on September 29, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 17 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Grace School Early Childhood Program had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 7 rules across 5 of 17 visits in the last 3 years; 7 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 Grace School Early Childhood Program care for?
155, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve toddlers and preschoolers.
Does Grace School Early Childhood Program accept child care subsidies?
The state record does not list it as accepting subsidies. Ask the provider directly.
What are Grace School Early Childhood Program's hours?
Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Grace School Early Childhood Program cost?
Yearly tuition from $11,970 to $23,230, as it lists it.
What is Grace School Early Childhood Program's phone number?
(713) 782-4421.
Where is Grace School Early Childhood Program?
10221 Ella Lee Ln, Houston, TX 77042. The nearest other daycare we list is Coretta Williams, 0.2 miles away.