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Happy Hugs Daycare and Preschool
- licensed capacity
- 55
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $185
- year first permitted
- 2025
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About
About Happy Hugs Daycare and Preschool
Happy Hugs Daycare and Preschool is a licensed child care center in Houston, Texas. The state has permitted it since April 28, 2025, for up to 55 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 5:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 16 visits in the last 3 years and cited 26 rules across 7 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsSchool-ageOpens before 7 AM
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
- 5:00 AM to 6:00 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 55 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 5:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 5:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 5:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 5:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 5:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Licensed capacity | 55 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Happy Hugs Daycare and Preschool 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 Happy Hugs Daycare and Preschool
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Full Permit
- Capacity
- 55 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Permit issued
- 2025
- License number
- #1792862
Summary
16 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Apr 23, 2026: 1 rule cited
Rules cited on 7 of 16 visits · 26 rules in all · 26 corrected
- Staff training and qualifications 6
- Safety and hazards 4
- Records and paperwork 4
- Transportation 3
- Safe sleep 2
- Discipline and child guidance 2
- Food and nutrition 2
- Supervision and ratios 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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Apr 23, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
746.5205(3) - Sheltering Drills for Lock-Down-4 times in a calendar year
“The operation has not completed the required number of lockdown drills.”
The state verified the correction on May 4, 2026
- Sep 25, 2025VisitNo rules cited
- Sep 25, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Sep 23, 2025VisitNo rules cited
- Mar 6, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Feb 4, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Dec 10, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Dec 10, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Oct 8, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
746.311(b) - Parental Notification - Safe Sleeping Deficiency Use Form 2970
“The operation did not notify the parents of the safe sleep deficiency by using Form 2970, Notification of Safe Sleeping Deficiency.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 18, 2024
Sep 30, 2024Inspection5 rules cited
746.1301(a)(2)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Pre-Service Training
“Two staff members who do not have two years of experience have not completed 24 hours of preservice training.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 24, 2024
746.603(a) - Children's Records Maintained
“Records were evaluated for six children enrolled and the following was determined: Six children needed a health statement Five children needed emergency contact information, Three children needed a special needs statement. Two children needed updated immunization records. One child needed an address for the emergency care center.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 18, 2024
746.2426(a)(2) - Infant May Not Sleep in a Restrictive Device - Remove the infant from the device and place the infant in a crib as soon as possible
“Upon entering the infant classroom I observed two children ages seven and eleven months old asleep in rockers.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 8, 2024
746.901 - Required Personnel Records
“Records were evaluated for five staff members and the following was determined: A Pre-Employment Affidavit for Applicants for Employment is needed for five staff members. Four staff members need documentation showing how they meet the minimum education qualifications. Five staff members need a statement of center policies.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 29, 2024
746.1201(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
“During this inspection a caregiver allowed two infants ages seven and eleven months to use blankets while napping.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 8, 2024
Show 6 earlier visits
- Aug 26, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Aug 16, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
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
“Upon arrival a four year old was observed alone in the pre-k classroom watching television. Note: The caregiver removed the child from the classroom and placed them with the group of children who were seated in the lobby area.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 26, 2024
Aug 14, 2024Inspection9 rules cited
746.5617(a)(4) - Required Equipment in Vehicles - Emergency Telephone Numbers for Each Child
“The operations transportation binder was reviewed and it did not include parent's names and telephone numbers and emergency telephone numbers for each child that was transported.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 29, 2024
746.1315(a) - Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric first aid with rescue breathing and choking.
“Pediatric first aid training certificates for one director and a staff member who transports children expired 08/01/2024. Documentation of current pediatric first aid training was not available for an additional director.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 20, 2024
746.2417(2)(B) - Activities for Infants - Not in Restrictive Device for more than 15 Minutes
“An infant was observed in a restrictive device longer than fifteen minutes during this inspection and was brought to the attention of the caregiver in charge. Note: The child was observed in the restive device for approximately 47 minutes. The director removed the child from the restrictive device upon arrival.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 16, 2024
746.3317(6) - Food Service and Preparation Requirement - Use Sanitary Holders
“A twelve month old was served a blueberry pancake during today's visit. The child was not provided a sanitary holder for the pancake.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 16, 2024
746.5617(a)(2) - Required Equipment in Vehicles - Emergency Medical Information
“Emergency medical transport and treatment authorization forms were not available for five children who were transported during today's visit.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 30, 2024
745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
“A caregiver responsible for transporting a group of five children ages 4-9 years old did not have an active background check. The operation replaced the driver during this inspection.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 14, 2024
746.1315(b) - Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric CPR
“Pediatric first CPR certificates for one director and a staff member who transports children expired 08/01/2024. Documentation of current pediatric CPR training was not available for an additional director.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 20, 2024
746.1301(a)(7)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Transportation training
“Current transportation training is needed for two directors and one staff member who transports children.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 15, 2024
746.5617(b) - Driver Has Current Driver's License
“A current driver's license is needed for one director.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 16, 2024
- Jul 16, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Jul 1, 2024Inspection3 rules cited
746.301(7) - Notification of Additional Services Offered
“The operation is not permitted for field trips. During this inspection it was observed the operation took a total of five field trips in the month of June.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 1, 2024
746.2419(6) - Requirements for Feeding Infants - Label Bottles/Cups
“During this inspection I observed two unlabeled bottles in the infant classroom. Note: This was corrected during inspection when the caregiver labeled the bottles.”
Corrected during the visit
746.2401(6) - Basic Requirements for Infants - Free from Choking Objects That May Cause Choking in Infants or Toddlers
“A four month old infant was observed sleeping in a play yard with a bib and pacifier with attachment. Note: The infant caregiver removed the pacifier and attachment.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 16, 2024
Mar 26, 2024Inspection6 rules cited
746.603(a) - Children's Records Maintained
“Records were evaluated for ten children enrolled and the following was determined: Two children needed the telephone number of the school they attend. Two children needed the date of admission. Two children needed a health statement signed by a physician. One child needed an emergency contact other than the parent. Two children needed emergency care information such as physician name, address, and phone number. One child needed authorization for emergency care. A food allergy emergency plan is needed for one child with a diagnosed food allergy. A parent signature is needed on the food allergy emergency plan for one child.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 12, 2024
746.1315(b) - Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric CPR
“During this inspection, one caregiver did not have documentation of current pediatric CPR training.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 27, 2024
746.3503(a) - Diaper Changing Equipment - Smooth, Non-absorbent, Easy to Clean Surface
“The diaper changing pad in the toddler classroom was torn.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 18, 2024
746.3701(3) - Safety - Air Conditioners, Fans, Heaters Safeguarded
“Electrical fans were observed on shelving accessible to children in the toddler and pre-k classrooms.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 1, 2024
746.1315(a) - Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric first aid with rescue breathing and choking.
“During this inspection, one caregiver did not have documentation of current pediatric first aid training.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 27, 2024
746.3407(12) - Mark Cleaning Supplies, Toxic Materials; Keep Separate from Food and Inaccessible to Children
“I observed a bottle of cleaning solution near the handwashing sink in the toddler classroom. Note: This was corrected during inspection.”
Corrected during the visit
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FAQ
Questions about Happy Hugs Daycare and Preschool
Is Happy Hugs Daycare and Preschool licensed?
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued April 28, 2025.
When was Happy Hugs Daycare and Preschool last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on April 23, 2026, with 1 rule cited. It lists 16 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Happy Hugs Daycare and Preschool had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 26 rules across 7 of 16 visits in the last 3 years; 26 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 Hugs Daycare and Preschool care for?
55, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Happy Hugs Daycare and Preschool accept child care subsidies?
The state record does not list it as accepting subsidies. Ask the provider directly.
What are Happy Hugs Daycare and Preschool's hours?
Monday to Friday, 5:00 AM to 6:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Happy Hugs Daycare and Preschool cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (281) 575-7865 to ask.
What is Happy Hugs Daycare and Preschool's phone number?
(281) 575-7865.
Where is Happy Hugs Daycare and Preschool?
9404 W Sam Houston Pkwy S, Houston, TX 77099. The nearest other daycare we list is Crimson Early Learning Center, 0.5 miles away.