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Dickinson, TX 77539 · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Highland Forest Daycare and Early Learning Center
- licensed capacity
- 68
- open each week
- 6 days
- a week, county median
- $185
- year first permitted
- 2024
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About
About Highland Forest Daycare and Early Learning Center
Highland Forest Daycare and Early Learning Center is a licensed child care center in Dickinson, Texas. The state has permitted it since December 19, 2024, for up to 68 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Saturday, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM. It describes a Play-based approach, with infant care, preschool, summer camp and toddler care.
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 18 visits in the last 3 years and cited 16 rules across 3 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsSchool-ageSummer campSecure entryAccepts child care subsidyWeekend hoursOpens before 7 AM
Ages served: infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
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Ask when you call: rates, 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 6:00 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 68 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 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 | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Programs | Infant care, preschool, summer camp and toddler care |
| Approach | Play-based |
| Curriculum | CLI Engage |
| Safety | Building locked and secure at all times, Outdoor playground |
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Parent updates | Parent app (BrightWheel) |
| Licensed capacity | 68 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Highland Forest Daycare and Early Learning Center has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Galveston 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 Highland Forest Daycare and Early Learning Center
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Full Permit
- Capacity
- 68 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Permit issued
- 2024
- License number
- #1800467
Summary
18 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jun 24, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 3 of 18 visits · 16 rules in all · 16 corrected
- Records and paperwork 9
- Food and nutrition 3
- Health, medication and illness 2
- Discipline and child guidance 1
- Supervision and ratios 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.
The state lists conditions on this permit.
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- Jun 24, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Jun 12, 2026VisitNo rules cited
- Apr 30, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Dec 29, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Nov 21, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Nov 3, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Oct 30, 2025VisitNo rules cited
Oct 2, 2025Complaint investigation2 rules cited
746.1201(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
“Based on the evidence and video footage received for the DFPS investigation, good judgement was not used when a caregiver forcefully picked up a child to physically remove them from the classroom.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 21, 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
“Based on the evidence and video footage received for the DFPS investigation, five children were left unsupervised when the caregiver stepped out of the classroom to physically remove a child from the classroom to the room next door.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 21, 2025
- Sep 26, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Sep 22, 2025VisitNo rules cited
Show 8 earlier visits
- Jul 10, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Jun 9, 2025Inspection4 rules cited
746.3317 - Food Service and Preparation Requirement - Safe and Sanitary
“Food observed on counter in kitchen was not stored in a sanitary manner and or discarded after preparation.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 10, 2025
746.613(b) - Immunization Records, Exceptions, and Exemptions Current
“One child was missing current immunization record in file.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 10, 2025
746.2419(6) - Requirements for Feeding Infants - Label Bottles/Cups
“One infant being fed did not have name on bottle.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 10, 2025
746.3505(g) - Diapering Procedures-Soiled clothes sent home
“Two children's soiled clothes were observed on the floor of the classroom restroom.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 10, 2025
- Apr 9, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Apr 7, 2025VisitNo rules cited
- Dec 16, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Nov 14, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Oct 17, 2024Inspection10 rules cited
746.501(a)(18)(B) - Written Operational Policies - Duration
“Operational Policies did not discuss how long children in their care will participate in indoor and outdoor play.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 6, 2024
746.501(a)(18)(C) - Written Operational Policies - Type of Physical Activity
“Operational Policies did not discuss the type of physical activities.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 6, 2024
746.501(a)(18)(A) - Written Operational Policies - Benefits
“Operational Policies did not discuss the benefits of active and outdoor play.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 23, 2024
746.501(a)(23) - Written Operational Policies - Procedures parents access minimum standards online, TX A/N hotline, and HHSC website
“Operational Policies did not provide the procedures in which parents can access minimum standards online, texas abuse and neglect hotline number and websit, as well as HHSC website.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 23, 2024
746.501(a)(20) - Written Operational Policies - Parent Rights
“Parents Rights was not documented in Operational Policies.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 23, 2024
746.501(a)(12) - Written Operational Policies - Vision and Hearing Screening
“Operational Policies did not discuss the procedures for vision and hearing screening.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 23, 2024
746.501(a)(18)(E) - Written Operational Policies - Recommended Clothing and Footing
“Operational Policies did not discuss the recommended clothing items children while need to wear to participate in indoor and outdoor play.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 6, 2024
746.501(a)(18)(F) - Written Operational Policies - Criteria for Extreme Weather
“Operational Policies did not discuss how operation will determine extreme weather conditions that will cause child to miss or limit outdoor play.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 6, 2024
746.501(a)(25) - Written Operational Policies - Breastfeeding Provisions
“Operational Policies did not state where breastfeeding mothers can breastfeed or formula feed their child within the center and other provisions.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 23, 2024
746.501(a)(30) - Written Operational Policies - Support inclusive services
“Operational Policies did not discuss how operation will support children with special needs in there care based on inclusive service requirements.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 23, 2024
- Aug 16, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
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FAQ
Questions about Highland Forest Daycare and Early Learning Center
Is Highland Forest Daycare and Early Learning Center licensed?
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued December 19, 2024.
When was Highland Forest Daycare and Early Learning Center last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on June 24, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 18 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Highland Forest Daycare and Early Learning Center had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 16 rules across 3 of 18 visits in the last 3 years; 16 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 Highland Forest Daycare and Early Learning Center care for?
68, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Highland Forest Daycare and Early Learning Center accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Highland Forest Daycare and Early Learning Center's hours?
Monday to Saturday, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Highland Forest Daycare and Early Learning Center cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (281) 678-8907 to ask.
What is Highland Forest Daycare and Early Learning Center's phone number?
(281) 678-8907.
Where is Highland Forest Daycare and Early Learning Center?
351 FM 646 Rd N, Dickinson, TX 77539. The nearest other daycare we list is S&A's Fun Time Learn Time Academy, 0.6 miles away.