PEP Carroll CCISD
3202 Saratoga Boulevard, Corpus Christi, TX
Happy Octopus Early Education
- licensed capacity
- 12
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $138
- year first permitted
- 2019
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About
About Happy Octopus Early Education
Happy Octopus Early Education is a licensed group home daycare in Corpus Christi, Texas. The state has permitted it since May 13, 2019, for up to 12 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM. As a home daycare, the provider shares the address with families when you call.
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 6 visits in the last 3 years and cited 7 rules across 3 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsSchool-ageAccepts child care subsidyOpens before 7 AM
Ages served: infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
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- Type
- Group home daycare
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 12 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 6:30 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 |
|---|---|
| Setting | Group child care homeFrom the state license |
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 12 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Happy Octopus Early Education has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a home daycare in Nueces County has a median price of $138 a week (U.S. Department of Labor, 2022).
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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
State record
Inspection reports for Happy Octopus Early Education
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Full Permit
- Capacity
- 12 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Permit issued
- 2019
- License number
- #1680859
Summary
6 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jul 15, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 4 of 6 visits · 7 rules in all · 7 corrected
- Safety and hazards 4
- Building, equipment and play areas 1
- Safe sleep 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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- Jul 15, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Jun 30, 2026Inspection4 rules cited
747.3203 - Sanitation of Building, Grounds and Equipment
“The daycare restroom toilet and sink had soil and grime buildup around the areas used by children. The trash can did not have a cover and its waste products were accessible to children.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 15, 2026
747.2315(b) - AP Cribs - Only Snug Fitting Sheet and Crib Mattress Cover Allowed if Infant Younger than 12 Months of Age
“A 7-month-old infant was observed sleeping in a play yard, and the infant was covered up to her waist with a blanket.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 15, 2026
747.5007(2) - Emergency Evacuation and Relocation Diagram - Two Exits from Each Room
“The emergency evacuation and relocation diagram was not marked to include the exit plans.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 15, 2026
747.3703(a) - Animals at Center - Documentation of Vaccinations
“Documentation of vaccinations for the cat in the operation, was not available. The children have access to the cat.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 15, 2026
Jul 2, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
747.3501 - Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
“There was a lighter on a shelf accessible to the children in care. Corrected at Inspection: The lighter was removed during the inspection.”
Corrected during the visit
747.801(6) - Records Maintained and Made Available - Pet Vaccinations
“The vaccinations for two dogs were not available for review.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 17, 2025
- Jul 19, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Feb 16, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
747.707 - Incident/Illness Report Form Shared with Parent
“The Incident Report was not signed by the parent.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 21, 2024
Feb 16, 2024Visit1 rule cited
747.707 - Incident/Illness Report Form Shared with Parent
“The Incident Report was not signed by the parent.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 21, 2024
Aug 25, 2023Inspection2 rules cited
747.3703(a) - Animals at Center - Documentation of Vaccinations
“All seven pets vaccinations have expired.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 28, 2023
747.1313(a) - Pediatric First-Aid and Pediatric CPR Training - Primary, Assistant, and Substitute Caregivers
“First Aid /CPR expired for the Director.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 28, 2023
- Sep 29, 2022VisitNo rules cited
Sep 13, 2022Inspection2 rules cited
747.801(14) - Records Maintained and Made Available - Proof of Liability Insurance
“Provider did not have documentation of current liability insurance. The policy made available expired May 2022.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 13, 2022
747.1314 - Transportation Safety Training-Primary Caregiver and Employee Transporting
“Primary caregiver and employee did not have documentation of 2hrs of annual transportation training.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 14, 2022
Oct 6, 2021Inspection2 rules cited
747.3803(a) - First Aid Kit - Complete Kit
“The first aid kit did not have disposable gloves in the kit as required.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 7, 2021
747.3619 - Food Allergy Emergency Plan Signed by Parents and Health Care Professional
“The food allergy emergency plan for one child was not signed and dated by parent.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 11, 2021
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FAQ
Questions about Happy Octopus Early Education
Is Happy Octopus Early Education licensed?
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued May 13, 2019.
When was Happy Octopus Early Education last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on July 15, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 6 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Happy Octopus Early Education had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 7 rules across 4 of 6 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 Happy Octopus Early Education care for?
12, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Happy Octopus Early Education accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Happy Octopus Early Education's hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Happy Octopus Early Education cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (361) 877-5946 to ask.
What is Happy Octopus Early Education's phone number?
(361) 877-5946.
Where is Happy Octopus Early Education?
Corpus Christi, TX 78415. It is a home daycare, so the provider shares the street address with families directly.