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Greenwood Molina Childrens Center

954 National Dr, Corpus Christi, TX 784163.4· 9 reviews
licensed capacity
69
open each week
5 days
weekly, posted tuition
$73.20
year first permitted
1987

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About Greenwood Molina Childrens Center

Greenwood Molina Childrens Center is a licensed child care center in Corpus Christi, Texas. The state has permitted it since April 30, 1987, for up to 69 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.

It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 11:30 PM. It describes its programs: after-school care, full-time care, part-time care and summer camp. It says it provides meals. It lists weekly tuition from $73.20 to $108.15.

Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 10 visits in the last 3 years and cited 10 rules across 5 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

InfantsBefore- and after-schoolSummer campMeals providedSecure entryAccepts child care subsidyOpens before 7 AMOpen until 11:30 PM

Ages served: infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children

From the state license. Ages it lists: 18 months to 12 years of age
Ask when you call: current openings, staff-to-child ratio and teacher qualifications.
Type
Child care center
Ages
Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
Hours today
6:30 AM to 11:30 PM
Licensed capacity
69 children

Hours

Hours

MondayToday6:30 AM to 11:30 PM
Tuesday6:30 AM to 11:30 PM
Wednesday6:30 AM to 11:30 PM
Thursday6:30 AM to 11:30 PM
Friday6:30 AM to 11:30 PM
SaturdayNot listed
SundayNot listed
From the state licenseHours it lists: “Monday - Friday, 6:30AM - 11:30PM”

Programs

Programs and care

AgesInfants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license. It lists: 18 months to 12 years of age
ProgramsAfter-school care, full-time care, part-time care and summer camp
CurriculumFrog Street Curriculum
Daily lifeMeals provided
SafetySecurity Controlled Access, Outdoor playground
Child care subsidyAccepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license
Assistance it acceptsWorkForce
TransportationTransportation (pick-up at select elementary schools)
MoreFounded 1960
Licensed capacity69 childrenFrom the state license
A daycare without an item may still offer it; ask.

Cost

Tuition and costs

Greenwood Molina Childrens Center lists weekly tuition from $73.20 to $108.15. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Nueces County has a median price of $153 a week (U.S. Department of Labor, 2022).

Weekly · program, in its own wordsPrice
18-35 months$108.15
36 months – Pre-K$92.70
Kinder – 12 years$73.20
3 posted prices. Rates change, so confirm before you enroll.
Nueces County medians, full time, per week

Infant

Center$153
Home daycare$138

Toddler

Center$144
Home daycare$133

Preschool

Center$140
Home daycare$131

School age

Center$133
Home daycare$125

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 Greenwood Molina Childrens Center

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
Full Permit
Capacity
69 children
Ages
Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
Permit issued
1987
License number
#8250
See the state's record

Summary

10 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Mar 25, 2026: no rules cited

Rules cited on 6 of 10 visits · 10 rules in all · 10 corrected

  • Staff training and qualifications 5
  • Building, equipment and play areas 2
  • Discipline and child guidance 1
  • Supervision and ratios 1
  • Records and paperwork 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 18 visits
  1. Mar 25, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  2. Feb 13, 2026Visit2 rules cited
    • Discipline and child guidanceHigh risk

      746.2805 - Prohibited Punishments - No Harsh, Cruel or Unusual

      “A caregiver was observed on video footage, holding a child by the legs preventing them from kicking/hitting the caregiver.”

      The state verified the correction on Mar 25, 2026

    • Supervision and ratiosHigh risk

      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

      “A caregiver was observed on video footage, not properly supervising the afterschool classroom/toddler classroom during the emergency situation.”

      The state verified the correction on Mar 25, 2026

  3. Feb 13, 2026Inspection2 rules cited
    • Discipline and child guidanceHigh risk

      746.2805 - Prohibited Punishments - No Harsh, Cruel or Unusual

      “A caregiver was observed on video footage, holding a child by the legs preventing them from kicking/hitting the caregiver.”

      The state verified the correction on Mar 25, 2026

    • Supervision and ratiosHigh risk

      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

      “A caregiver was observed on video footage, not properly supervising the afterschool classroom/toddler classroom during the emergency situation.”

      The state verified the correction on Mar 25, 2026

  4. Dec 9, 2025Inspection3 rules cited
    • Staff training and qualificationsMedium High risk

      746.1311(d) - Director Annual Training - Caring for children under 24 months

      “The director had all of the following training topics: Recognizing and preventing shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma, Understanding and using safe sleep practices and preventing sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS), and Understanding early childhood brain development.”

      The state verified the correction on Dec 31, 2025

    • Staff training and qualificationsMedium risk

      746.1309(e) - Documented Annual Training- Required Content

      “Three out of three caregivers were missing the following mandatory trainings: Emergency preparedness, Preventing and controlling the spread of communicable diseases, including immunizations, Administering medication, Preventing and responding to emergencies due to food or an allergic reaction, Understanding building and physical premises safety, and Handling, storing, and disposing of hazardous materials.”

      The state verified the correction on Jan 14, 2026

    • Staff training and qualificationsMedium risk

      746.1311(e) - Director Annual Training - Additional required topics

      “The director had the following annual mandatory trainings: Emergency preparedness, Preventing and controlling the spread of communicable diseases, including immunizations, Administering medication, Preventing and responding to emergencies due to food or an allergic reaction, Understanding building and physical premises safety, and Handling, storing, and disposing of hazardous materials.”

      The state verified the correction on Dec 31, 2025

  5. Sep 30, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  6. Sep 18, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  7. Sep 16, 2025Complaint investigation2 rules cited
    • Building, equipment and play areasMedium High risk

      746.3407(10) - Center Heated, Lighted and Ventilated Properly

      “The hallway to get to one of the classrooms in the second building did not have proper lighting, the lights needed to be replace.”

      The state verified the correction on Sep 30, 2025

    • Building, equipment and play areasMedium High risk

      746.3407(9) - Floors, ceilings and Walls in Good Repair and Clean

      “The floors and ceilings in the classrooms and restrooms were not maintained cleaned, the paint is chipping, and there are leak stains that look like possible mold.”

      The state verified the correction on Sep 30, 2025

  8. Jan 13, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  9. Jan 23, 2024Visit1 rule cited
    • Records and paperworkMedium Low risk

      746.303(b) - Report Number of Employees

      “The operation failed to report the number of employees that left in 2023.”

      The state verified the correction on Mar 5, 2024

  10. Jan 19, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
    • Staff training and qualificationsMedium risk

      746.1309(a) - Documented Annual Training Area - 24 Hours Required

      “Five employees did not have the completed 24 hours completed.”

      The state verified the correction on Feb 5, 2024

    • 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.

      “Four out of five staff did not have their certification upon inspection.”

      The state verified the correction on Feb 5, 2024

Show 8 earlier visits
  1. Jan 19, 2023Inspection4 rules cited
    • Records and paperworkMedium risk

      746.605(14) - Required Admission Information - School Information for School-age Child

      “A child's Elementary School information (Address and Telephone number) was not documented on the Admissions Form. This was corrected when brought to the Director's attention.”

      Corrected during the visit

    • Health, medication and illnessMedium High risk

      746.3503(c)(1) - Diaper Changing Equipment- If Above Floor Level Must Use Safety Mechanism

      “In the Toddler classroom, the diaper changing table does not have a safety mechanism . Photos were taken for documentation purposes.”

      The state verified the correction on Feb 1, 2023

    • Health, medication and illnessMedium High risk

      746.3407(11) - Sanitize Tables Tops, Furniture and Similar Equipment

      “The mat used on the diaper changing table in the toddler room was torn on both side and the table underneath was dirty. This was corrected during the inspection. The diaper changing mat was replaced with one that was not torn and the diaper changing table was cleaned and sanitized. Compliance was met.”

      Corrected during the visit

    • Health, medication and illnessMedium risk

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

      “One of the five chidlren files reviewed, did not have the Healthcare Provider Statement.”

      The state verified the correction on Feb 1, 2023

  2. Feb 7, 2022Inspection2 rules cited
    • Staff training and qualificationsMedium High risk

      746.1309(d) - Documented Annual Training - Caregivers of Children Under 24 Months Required

      “One out of four staff did not have the required 30 hours of training. Staff member was missing training in child maltreatment, SIDS, shaken baby, early brain development, administering medication, food allergies, building and premises safety, hazardous materials, and emergency preparedness. Staff was also missing trainings in sections (a-f) of this standard. One out of four staff did not have the required 24 hours of annual training. The staff member was missing training in child maltreatment, communicable diseases, administering medication, food allergies, building and premises safety, hazardous materials and blood borne pathogens, and emergency preparedness. Staff was also missing trainings in sections (a-f) of this standard. One out of four staff required pre-service training. Staff member did not have the required 8 hrs. of pre-service training before having unsupervised access to children and did not have the required 24 hours of training within 90 days of employment. The staff member is missing all training in sections (a-f) of this standard.”

      The state verified the correction on Feb 28, 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.

      “One staff did not have First Aid/CPR training on file. Staff has been employed with the operation since June 2021.”

      The state verified the correction on Feb 15, 2022

  3. Feb 1, 2022Inspection4 rules cited
    • Supervision and ratiosMedium High risk

      746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children

      “Inspector observed one caregiver with 18 children in the classroom. The specified age group of the children were 3 yrs. old.”

      The state verified the correction on Feb 7, 2022

    • Staff training and qualificationsMedium High risk

      746.1309(d) - Documented Annual Training - Caregivers of Children Under 24 Months Required

      “One out of four staff did not have the required 30 hours of training. Staff member was missing training in child maltreatment, SIDS, shaken baby, early brain development, administering medication, food allergies, building and premises safety, hazardous materials, and emergency preparedness. Staff was also missing trainings in sections (a-f) of this standard. One out of four staff did not have the required 24 hours of annual training. The staff member was missing training in child maltreatment, communicable diseases, administering medication, food allergies, building and premises safety, hazardous materials and blood borne pathogens, and emergency preparedness. Staff was also missing trainings in sections (a-f) of this standard. One out of four staff required pre-service training. Staff member did not have the required 8 hrs. of pre-service training before having unsupervised access to children and did not have the required 24 hours of training within 90 days of employment. The staff member is missing all training in sections (a-f) of this standard.”

      The state verified the correction on Feb 7, 2022

    • Health, medication and illnessMedium High risk

      746.3415(4) - Employee Handwashing After Diapering a Child

      “Inspector observed one caregiver change two children's diapers and did not wash the children's hands, properly sanitize the diaper changing table after each child, or wash their own hands after changing each child.”

      The state verified the correction on Feb 7, 2022

    • Safety and hazardsMedium High risk

      746.5202(1) - Emergency Preparedness Plan - Evacuation, relocation, and sheltering/lock-down procedures

      “The emergency preparedness plan on file was missing the following items: there was not an address listed in case of an evacuation, there was not a plan for children to be evacuated if they are under 24 months or who have limited mobility, and how staff will continue to care for children until parents arrive. The emergency preparedness plan also did not have a plan for a lock down situation.”

      The state verified the correction on Feb 7, 2022

  4. Nov 16, 2021InspectionNo rules cited
  5. Nov 9, 2021Inspection3 rules cited
    • Supervision and ratiosMedium High risk

      746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children

      “Inspector observed one classroom with one caregiver and 10 children in care. The specified age group was 18-23 months old.”

      The state verified the correction on Nov 16, 2021

    • Discipline and child guidanceHigh risk

      746.2805(4) - Prohibited Punishments - Hitting with Hand or Instrument

      “While conducting a follow up, Inspector overheard caregiver clapping/tapping her hands while re-directing children. This is a re-cite.”

      The state verified the correction on Nov 16, 2021

    • Supervision and ratiosHigh risk

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

      “Inspector observed one caregiver leave the classroom more than once leaving children unsupervised in the classroom.”

      The state verified the correction on Nov 16, 2021

  6. Oct 14, 2021InspectionNo rules cited
  7. Oct 13, 2021Complaint investigation1 rule cited
    • Building, equipment and play areasMedium High risk

      746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment

      “Based on the information gathered during the course of the investigation, the operation's playground require loose-fill, the outside toys need to be cleaned, one room has two walls with holes, and an outdoor fence is broken.”

      The state verified the correction on Nov 16, 2021

  8. Sep 3, 2021Complaint investigation1 rule cited
    • Discipline and child guidanceHigh risk

      746.2805(4) - Prohibited Punishments - Hitting with Hand or Instrument

      “Based on the information obtained during the course of the investigation, two staff at the operation are slapping/tapping the children on their hand, back, and/or on the staff's own leg.”

      The state verified the correction on Nov 9, 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 Greenwood Molina Childrens Center

Is Greenwood Molina Childrens Center licensed?

Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued April 30, 1987.

When was Greenwood Molina Childrens Center last inspected?

Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on March 25, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 10 visits in the last 3 years.

Has Greenwood Molina Childrens Center had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 10 rules across 6 of 10 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 Greenwood Molina Childrens Center care for?

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

Does Greenwood Molina Childrens Center accept child care subsidies?

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

What are Greenwood Molina Childrens Center's hours?

Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 11:30 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.

How much does Greenwood Molina Childrens Center cost?

Weekly tuition from $73.20 to $108.15, as it lists it.

What is Greenwood Molina Childrens Center's phone number?

(361) 854-2251.

Where is Greenwood Molina Childrens Center?

954 National Dr, Corpus Christi, TX 78416. The nearest other daycare we list is Upbring Head Start (Cliff Maus), 0.3 miles away.

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