The Kenworthy School
880 W 28th St, Houston, TX
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Great Little Minds Academy
- licensed capacity
- 36
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $185
- year first permitted
- 2018
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About Great Little Minds Academy
Great Little Minds Academy is a licensed child care center in Houston, Texas. The state has permitted it since December 27, 2018, for up to 36 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. It describes a Bilingual / immersion approach, with infant care, preschool and toddler care.
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 6 visits in the last 3 years and cited 11 rules across 5 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsSchool-ageBilingual 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
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 36 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license. It lists: Six weeks of age up to five years of age |
|---|---|
| Programs | Infant care, preschool and toddler care |
| Approach | Bilingual / immersion (English/Spanish) |
| Curriculum | HighScope |
| Licensed capacity | 36 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Great Little Minds 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 Great Little Minds Academy
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Full Permit
- Capacity
- 36 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Permit issued
- 2018
- License number
- #1672992
Summary
6 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Aug 4, 2026: 2 rules cited
Rules cited on 5 of 6 visits · 11 rules in all · 9 corrected
- Safety and hazards 4
- Staff training and qualifications 4
- Building, equipment and play areas 1
- Background checks 1
- Health, medication and illness 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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Aug 4, 2026Inspection2 rules cited
746.5015(c) - Safety Requirements for Sprinkler Play - Equipment and Water Hoses Kept Out of Child's Reach
“A water hose was observed in the playground accessible to children.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 18, 2026
746.4907(a)(1) - Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Six Inches if Equipment 5 Ft or Less
“The playground equipment was observed to have less than six inches of loose fill surfacing.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 18, 2026
- Jul 27, 2026VisitNo rules cited
Feb 20, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
“One caregiver observed caring for children did not have a background for the operation.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 3, 2026
Jan 8, 2026Inspection2 rules cited
746.2407 - Infant Care Area Furnishings and Equipment -Use of Safety Straps
“The straps for the children feeding table were removed from the chairs. The children were not fastened while in use of the equipment.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 20, 2026
746.5101(a) - Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
“The operation did not have a current annual fire inspection report.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 20, 2026
Jan 13, 2025Inspection3 rules cited
746.1311(b) - Director Annual Training - Required 6 hours
“The director is missing the required annula training topics: * Preventing and responding to emergencies due to food or an allergic reaction. * Understanding building and physical premises safety. * Handling, storing, and disposing of hazardous materials.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 14, 2025
746.1309(e) - Documented Annual Training- Required Content
“3 out of 4 caregivers did not have the required annual training topics in: * Preventing and responding to emergencies due to food or an allergic reaction. * Understanding building and physical premises safety. * Handling, storing, and disposing of hazardous materials.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 29, 2025
746.3809 - Medication No Longer Used
“During the inspection medication for one child in care was found to be expired. The epinephrine injection has been expired since June of 2024.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 29, 2025
Jan 23, 2024Inspection3 rules cited
746.1315(b) - Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric CPR
“The directors CPR expired on 9/16/2023.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 18, 2024
746.4135(a) - Children's Products- Review list and Remove unsafe products
“The operation did not have an Consumer Product Safety Commission form for recalls in the building.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 24, 2024
746.1315(a) - Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric first aid with rescue breathing and choking.
“The directors first aid expired on 9/16/2023.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 23, 2024
- Feb 7, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
Jan 25, 2023Inspection9 rules cited
746.605(6) - Required Admission Information - Emergency Contact
“Two children did not have address for their emergency contact.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 7, 2023
746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
“They were 5 infants with one caregiver when a caregiver step out to answer the door, the SAG in the classroom is 0-11 months old the caregiver was one child over.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 7, 2023
746.201(7) - Operation Open to Parents At All Times
“The director stated at this time they are not allowing parents in the building due to COVID.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 7, 2023
745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
“It was observed a caregiver in the pre-school classroom with children and had a pending background. Corrected: This was corrected when the caregiver left for the day.”
Corrected during the visit
746.4603(4) - Prohibited Equipment - Exercise Rings, Trapeze Bars, Free-Swinging Ropes
“The operation has prohibited equipment on the playground, they is a trapeze bars and a free swinging ropes.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 7, 2023
746.4907(a)(1) - Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Six Inches if Equipment 5 Ft or Less
“The operation dose not have enough mulch around and under the play structure.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 7, 2023
746.603(a)(3) - Children's Records - Health Statement
“Four children did not have healthcare statements in their file.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 7, 2023
746.901(5) - Required Personnel Records- Training Hours
“The director did not have 30 annual hours for training year 12/27/21 to 12/27/2022.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 31, 2023
746.1203(2) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know Group Responsible For
“Caregiver stated she has 11 children when I counted they were 10 children in the classroom.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 7, 2023
Mar 15, 2022Visit1 rule cited
746.303(b) - Report Number of Employees
“A review of the Employees Who Left Employment in 2021 data from February 23, 2022, revealed that the center had not reported the number of employees who left employment in 2021 by February 22, 2022, as required”
The state verified the correction on Mar 15, 2022
Jan 25, 2022Inspection1 rule cited
746.5205(1) - Fire Drill Monthly - Exit in 3 Minutes
“The operation did not conduct a fire drill for the month of December.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 1, 2022
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FAQ
Questions about Great Little Minds Academy
Is Great Little Minds Academy licensed?
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued December 27, 2018.
When was Great Little Minds Academy last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on August 4, 2026, with 2 rules cited. It lists 6 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Great Little Minds Academy had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 11 rules across 5 of 6 visits in the last 3 years; 9 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 Great Little Minds Academy care for?
36, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Great Little Minds Academy accept child care subsidies?
The state record does not list it as accepting subsidies. Ask the provider directly.
What are Great Little Minds Academy's hours?
Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Great Little Minds Academy cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (713) 900-9105 to ask.
What is Great Little Minds Academy's phone number?
(713) 900-9105.
Where is Great Little Minds Academy?
1102 Dorothy St, Houston, TX 77008. The nearest other daycare we list is After 3 After School Program at Love E.S., 0.2 miles away.