Kimberly Ann Perez
Carrizo Springs, TX 78834 · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Happy Days DCC
- licensed capacity
- 79
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $130
- year first permitted
- 1997
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About
About Happy Days DCC
Happy Days DCC is a licensed child care center in Carrizo Springs, Texas. The state has permitted it since January 31, 1997, for up to 79 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM.
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 25 visits in the last 3 years and cited 29 rules across 10 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsSchool-ageAccepts child care subsidy
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
- 79 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Thursday | 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Friday | 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 79 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Happy Days DCC has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Dimmit County has a median price of $130 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$130
Home daycare$120
Toddler
Center$124
Home daycare$117
Preschool
Center$122
Home daycare$116
School age
Center$117
Home daycare$112
State record
Inspection reports for Happy Days DCC
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Full Permit
- Capacity
- 79 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Permit issued
- 1997
- License number
- #55484
Summary
25 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Sep 1, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 11 of 25 visits · 29 rules in all · 29 corrected
- Records and paperwork 5
- Discipline and child guidance 5
- Health, medication and illness 3
- Safe sleep 3
- Staff training and qualifications 3
- Supervision and ratios 3
- Building, equipment and play areas 3
- Food and nutrition 2
- Transportation 1
- Safety and hazards 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 1, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Aug 17, 2026Inspection4 rules cited
746.5205(4) - Documentation of Drills
“The emergency practice drills had not been documented since April 2026. This was corrected at inspection when the documentation for emergency practices was updated to include drills practiced from April to August 2026.”
Corrected during the visit
746.901 - Required Personnel Records
“One out of eight staff records were incomplete as it was lacking the orientation statement, notarized affidavit, pre-employment affidavit, diploma/education verification, pre-service information, etc.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 20, 2026
746.613(b) - Immunization Records, Exceptions, and Exemptions Current
“One out of eight child records were lacking current immunizations.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 25, 2026
746.2427(a) - AP Must Place Infants in Face up Sleeping Position or Must Have Completed and Signed Sleep Exception Form for the Infant
“An infant was propped up with a padded infant wedge on their side and there was no sleep exeption form on file for the infant. This was corrected at inspection when it was addressed and the padded wedge was removed.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 1, 2026
- May 28, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Mar 26, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
746.901(6) - Required Personnel Records -Training Hours
“One out of four employee training records were not available for review.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 26, 2026
- Feb 25, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Feb 17, 2026VisitNo rules cited
- Jan 29, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Nov 4, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Oct 3, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
746.2421(b) - Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days
“Infant feeding instructions had not been updated in over 30 days for one infant not yet ready for table food.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 7, 2025
746.5205(4) - Documentation of Drills
“Safety drills have not been documented since April 2025.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 7, 2025
Oct 1, 2025Complaint investigation4 rules cited
746.301(7) - Notification of Additional Services Offered
“The operation did not notify Child Care Regulation that they were offering field trips as a service.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 30, 2025
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 stepped out of their classroom for a very brief moment leaving children unsupervised.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 4, 2025
746.3001 - Field Trips - Ensure Safety
“The operation was not following all field trip requirements when taking children for walks around the neighborhood. Some examples include: children did not wear any identifying information with the operation's name and phone number such as a shirt or nametag; permission slips were not always signed; there was no 48-hour notice posted; emergency consents or contact information was not taken.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 4, 2025
746.1801(a) - Child/Caregiver Ratio for Field Trips - Areas Open to General Public
“The operation was out of ratio when they go on walks outside of the daycare in the neighborhood. There were at least 12 children present ranging in age from 18 months to 4 years old with only 3-4 caregivers present.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 4, 2025
Show 17 earlier visits
- Sep 4, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Aug 27, 2025Complaint investigation2 rules cited
746.2805(2) - Prohibited Punishments - Associated with Food, Naps, or Toilet Training
“Based on the preponderance of information gathered, a caregiver did not give a child a piece of candy after the child misbehaved. The candy was given to the rest of the children in the class.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 4, 2025
746.3301(h) - Nutrition and Food Service - Food not a reward
“Based on the preponderance of information gathered, a caregiver used a food item as a reward after a piece of candy was given to children for good behavior.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 4, 2025
- Apr 25, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Dec 10, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Nov 12, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Nov 6, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
746.2428 - No Swaddling of Infant Unless Completed Sleep Exception Form on File
“Re-cite: Four infants were observed to be swaddled while asleep in their crib for naptime. The sleep exception forms on file did not indicate that swaddling was medically necessary. This was corrected when it was addressed and the swaddles were removed.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 12, 2024
Oct 25, 2024Inspection6 rules cited
746.1301(a)(5)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - 24 Annual training
“1 out of 4 employee records reviewed were lacking 6 annual training hours for the 2023-2024 training year.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 4, 2024
746.1311(e) - Director Annual Training - Additional required topics
“The director's record was lacking an annual training topic.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 29, 2024
746.3503(a) - Diaper Changing Equipment - Smooth, Non-absorbent, Easy to Clean Surface
“The diaper changing table in a toddler room needs to be replaced. It is missing a part of the smooth surface covering making it difficult to sanitize.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 6, 2024
746.4135(b) - Children's Products- Annual Certification
“The children's products certification was last certified on 01/03/2023. This was corrected at inspection when the form was updated and posted.”
Corrected during the visit
746.2428 - No Swaddling of Infant Unless Completed Sleep Exception Form on File
“Two infants were observed to be swaddled while laying in their crib for naptime. The sleep exception forms on file did not indicate that swaddling was medically necessary. This was corrected when it was addressed with the caregiver and the swaddles were removed.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 6, 2024
746.3417(4) - Children Handwashing After Outdoor Activities
“Two classrooms were observed to come inside from outdoor activities and the children did not wash their hands. This was corrected at inspection when it was addressed with the caregivers and the children washed their hands.”
Corrected during the visit
- Oct 18, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Aug 20, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Aug 12, 2024Visit3 rules cited
746.2805(3) - Prohibited Punishments - Grabbing and Pulling
“The center was cited for a caregiver inappropriately grabbing a child.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 18, 2024
746.1201(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
“Caregivers of the center used language not appropriate for children.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 18, 2024
746.501(a)(8) - Written Operational Policies - Suspension and Expulsion
“The operation did not follow suspension and expulsion policy.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 18, 2024
Aug 12, 2024Complaint investigation3 rules cited
746.2805(3) - Prohibited Punishments - Grabbing and Pulling
“The center was cited for a caregiver inappropriately grabbing a child.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 18, 2024
746.1201(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
“Caregivers of the center used language not appropriate for children.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 18, 2024
746.501(a)(8) - Written Operational Policies - Suspension and Expulsion
“The operation did not follow suspension and expulsion policy.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 18, 2024
- Jul 2, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Jun 26, 2024Inspection4 rules cited
746.4907(d) - Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Proper Depth Maintained
“The center did not have proper loose fill depth underneath swings.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 2, 2024
746.4305 - Fenced Outdoor Activity Space
“Children under 5 years old were playing in open space that was not fenced in.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 26, 2024
746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
“A wood door on playground was broken and screws were exposed. The grass was high in some areas of playground and sharp thorns were in tall grass.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 2, 2024
746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
“One caregiver went to open front door and left another caregiver in charge of 2 classrooms which put caregiver out of ratio.”
Corrected during the visit
Jun 21, 2024Complaint investigation2 rules cited
746.2803(4)(A) - Positive Methods of Discipline and Guidance - Use Praise and Encouragement
“A caregiver was concentrating on the negative behavior and not offering praise or encouragement for positive behavior.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 20, 2024
746.2805(5) - Prohibited Punishments - Humiliating, Rejecting, Yelling
“A caregiver was using language that humiliated the children.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 20, 2024
- Dec 7, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
Dec 13, 2022Inspection1 rule cited
746.603(a)(4) - Children's Records - Immunizations
“One out of ten children's records evaluated lacked a copy of immunization record.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 16, 2022
- Jan 25, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
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FAQ
Questions about Happy Days DCC
Is Happy Days DCC licensed?
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued January 31, 1997.
When was Happy Days DCC last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on September 1, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 25 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Happy Days DCC had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 29 rules across 11 of 25 visits in the last 3 years; 29 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 Happy Days DCC care for?
79, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Happy Days DCC accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Happy Days DCC's hours?
Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Happy Days DCC cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (830) 876-9462 to ask.
What is Happy Days DCC's phone number?
(830) 876-9462.
Where is Happy Days DCC?
602 W Nopal St, Carrizo Springs, TX 78834. The nearest other daycare we list is Bright Future Learning Center, 0.2 miles away.