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Home Sweet Home Childcare

16618 Clay Rd, Houston, TX 770844.4· 46 reviews
licensed capacity
85
open each week
5 days
a week, county median
$185
year first permitted
2023

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About Home Sweet Home Childcare

Home Sweet Home Childcare is a licensed child care center in Houston, Texas. The state has permitted it since May 8, 2023, for up to 85 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.

It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM. It describes a STEM / STEAM approach, with after-school care, before-school care, infant care and preschool. It says it provides meals.

Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 11 visits in the last 3 years and cited 19 rules across 8 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

InfantsBefore- and after-schoolSummer campMeals providedSTEM / STEAMAccepts child care subsidyOpens before 7 AM

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

From the state license
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Type
Child care center
Ages
Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
Hours today
6:30 AM to 6:00 PM
Licensed capacity
85 children

Hours

Hours

MondayToday6:30 AM to 6:00 PM
Tuesday6:30 AM to 6:00 PM
Wednesday6:30 AM to 6:00 PM
Thursday6:30 AM to 6:00 PM
Friday6:30 AM to 6:00 PM
SaturdayNot listed
SundayNot listed
From the state license

Programs

Programs and care

AgesInfants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license
ProgramsAfter-school care, before-school care, infant care, preschool, summer camp and toddler care
ApproachSTEM / STEAM
StaffExperienced & Certified staff
Daily lifeUSDA food program (CACFP); Meals provided; Snacks provided
SafetyOutdoor playground
Child care subsidyAccepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license
Parent updatesParent app (Brightwheel)
Licensed capacity85 childrenFrom the state license
A daycare without an item may still offer it; ask.

Cost

Tuition and costs

Home Sweet Home Childcare 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.
Harris County medians, full time, per week

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

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 Home Sweet Home Childcare

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
Full Permit
Capacity
85 children
Ages
Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
Permit issued
2023
License number
#1740239
See the state's record

Summary

11 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Apr 23, 2026: no rules cited

Rules cited on 8 of 11 visits · 19 rules in all · 19 corrected

  • Safety and hazards 6
  • Health, medication and illness 4
  • Staff training and qualifications 4
  • Safe sleep 2
  • Supervision and ratios 2
  • 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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  1. Apr 23, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  2. Apr 13, 2026Inspection3 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illnessMedium risk

      746.603(a)(4) - Children's Records - Immunizations

      “3 out 8 children did not have immunization records on file.”

      The state verified the correction on Apr 16, 2026

    • Safe sleepHigh risk

      746.2426(a)(1) - Infant May Not Sleep in a Restrictive Device

      “An infant was observed sleeping in a restrictive device. Note: The owner removed the infant from the rocker.”

      The state verified the correction on Apr 23, 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

      “While waiting for someone to open the door a child was observed walking to their classroom unsupervised.”

      The state verified the correction on Apr 23, 2026

  3. Apr 14, 2025Inspection3 rules cited
    • Safety and hazardsMedium High risk

      746.3701(10) - Safety - Televisions Anchored to Prevent Tip Over

      “The television in the Two's & Threes room was sitting on a table not anchored. Note: The TV was moved during the inspection.”

      Corrected during the visit

    • Health, medication and illnessMedium risk

      746.611(b) - Health Statement on File within 1 Week of Admission

      “5 out of 8 files reviewed did not have the health statement section completed on the admission form.”

      The state verified the correction on Apr 21, 2025

    • Staff training and qualificationsMedium Low risk

      746.1329(b)(2) - Documentation of Training Requirements - Date

      “5 out of 8 of the staff files reviews did not have the dates of when trainings were completed.”

      The state verified the correction on Apr 21, 2025

  4. Feb 12, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  5. Jan 23, 2025Visit1 rule cited
    • Records and paperworkMedium Low risk

      746.303(b) - Report Number of Employees

      “Operation did not report the number of employees who left in 2024”

      The state verified the correction on Jan 27, 2025

  6. May 22, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illnessMedium risk

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

      “4 out of 8 children did not have a health statement on file.”

      The state verified the correction on Jun 13, 2024

    • Health, medication and illnessMedium risk

      746.615(a) - Exemptions for Immunization Requirements Must Meet Criteria Specified by DSHS

      “1 out 8 children did have a current immunization record on file.”

      The state verified the correction on Jun 13, 2024

  7. Feb 12, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
    • Safety and hazardsMedium risk

      746.4601(11) - Active Play Safety Requirements for After-school Care in A Public Facility

      “There were two play equipment in the outside play area that was broken. Note: One play equipment was repaired during the inspection and the other one was removed from the play area.”

      Corrected during the visit

  8. Feb 8, 2024Complaint investigation1 rule cited
    • Safety and hazardsMedium risk

      746.4501(b) - Chairs - Safety Straps Used if Required by Manufacturer

      “Based on the investigation and information obtained there were sufficient evidence to conclude a highchair and a seat at the toddler table had missing safety straps.”

      The state verified the correction on Feb 16, 2024

  9. Dec 20, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
  10. Dec 7, 2023Inspection2 rules cited
    • Staff training and qualificationsMedium High risk

      746.1301(a)(6)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - 30 Annual Training

      “The Director is missing 13 hours of required annual training hours.”

      The state verified the correction on Dec 20, 2023

    • Safe sleepHigh risk

      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

      “A 17 month old infant was observed sleeping in a bouncer for approximately 15 minutes before being moved to a crib.”

      The state verified the correction on Dec 20, 2023

Show 16 earlier visits
  1. Nov 20, 2023Inspection6 rules cited
    • 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 5 year old child was left in the office for 10 minutes with the Licensing Inspector, then the child woke up and walked out to the front lobby entrance and stood by the front door until the Director intervened approximately 5 minutes later.”

      The state verified the correction on Dec 7, 2023

    • Safety and hazardsMedium High risk

      746.2407 - Infant Care Area Furnishings and Equipment -Use of Safety Straps

      “A 5 month old infant was not strapped in a bouncer during inspection.”

      The state verified the correction on Dec 7, 2023

    • Safety and hazardsHigh risk

      746.5101(a) - Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months

      “Fire inspection was last conducted November 3, 2022 and is now expired.”

      The state verified the correction on Dec 20, 2023

    • Staff training and qualificationsMedium High risk

      746.1301(a)(4)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Pediatric CPR

      “2 caregivers CPR/First Aid training has expired. 2 caregivers have invalid CPR training taken online only.”

      The state verified the correction on Dec 20, 2023

    • Safety and hazardsMedium High risk

      746.5202(4) - Emergency Preparedness Plan-Continuity of Care Until Children Released

      “The emergency preparedness plan is missing how the child care staff will continue to care for the children after the emergency occurs and how they will reunify the children with their parents.”

      The state verified the correction on Dec 20, 2023

    • 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.

      “2 caregivers FA/CPR expired. 2 caregivers CPR is invalid becuase it was completed online.”

      The state verified the correction on Dec 20, 2023

  2. May 2, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
  3. Apr 25, 2023Inspection5 rules cited
    • TransportationHigh risk

      746.5617(a)(1) - Required Equipment in Vehicles - List of Children

      “I observed no list of children being transported in the vehicle, no emergency medical transport and treatment authorization forms. The vehicle also did not have the child-care center director or permit holder s name, no center telephone number in the glove compartment and was not clearly visible inside the passenger compartment. The vehicle also did not have the parent s names, telephone numbers and emergency telephone numbers for each child being transported. The vehicle did not have a fire extinguisher approved by the local or state fire marshal and was not secured in the passenger compartment. Note: The operation was still missing emergency medical transport and treatment authorization forms for each child being transported and a fire extinguisher approved by the local or state fire marshal, secured in the passenger compartment and accessible to the adult occupants.”

      The state verified the correction on May 2, 2023

    • Building, equipment and play areasMedium risk

      746.801(8) - Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Playground Maintenance Records

      “The operation did not have the playground maintenance checklist available upon request.”

      The state verified the correction on May 2, 2023

    • TransportationMedium risk

      746.501(a)(14) - Written Operational Policies - Transportation

      “The written operational policy does not have transportation included. Note: The written operational policy does not have transportation included.”

      The state verified the correction on May 2, 2023

    • TransportationHigh risk

      746.5625(b) - Electronic Child Safety Alarm - installed and maintained according to manufacturer's instructions

      “The electronic child safety alarm on the vehicle used to transport children was not working during the inspection.”

      The state verified the correction on May 2, 2023

    • TransportationMedium risk

      746.605(8) - Required Admission Information - Transportation Permission

      “2 out of 5 children in care did not have consent from parents to transport. Note: 4 out of 5 children in care did not have consent from parents to transport.”

      The state verified the correction on May 2, 2023

  4. Apr 14, 2023Inspection8 rules cited
    • Building, equipment and play areasMedium risk

      746.801(8) - Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Playground Maintenance Records

      “The operation did not have the playground maintenance checklist available upon request.”

      The state verified the correction on Apr 25, 2023

    • Supervision and ratiosMedium High risk

      746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children

      “I observed 9 infants in the classroom with one caregiver.”

      The state verified the correction on Apr 25, 2023

    • TransportationHigh risk

      746.5617(a)(1) - Required Equipment in Vehicles - List of Children

      “I observed no list of children being transported in the vehicle, no emergency medical transport and treatment authorization forms. The vehicle also did not have the child-care center director or permit holder s name, no center telephone number in the glove compartment and was not clearly visible inside the passenger compartment. The vehicle also did not have the parent s names, telephone numbers and emergency telephone numbers for each child being transported. The vehicle did not have a fire extinguisher approved by the local or state fire marshal and was not secured in the passenger compartment.”

      The state verified the correction on Apr 25, 2023

    • Records and paperworkHigh risk

      746.301(7) - Notification of Additional Services Offered

      “The operation did not notify Child Care Regulation of Services added such as: Transportation and Drop In Care.”

      The state verified the correction on Apr 25, 2023

    • Staff training and qualificationsMedium High risk

      746.1316(a) - Transportation Safety Training -Director and Employee Complete 2 Hours Annually

      “I observed the director and a caregiver who transports, have no transportation training available upon request.”

      The state verified the correction on Apr 25, 2023

    • Safety and hazardsMedium High risk

      746.4751(a) - Maintenance Procedures for Active Play - Inspect Daily

      “During the inspection I observed, a tall pole on the playground, large holes in both fenecs, a bungee cord, no lock on the outdoor storage box, no padding around the poles.”

      The state verified the correction on Apr 25, 2023

    • TransportationMedium risk

      746.605(8) - Required Admission Information - Transportation Permission

      “2 out of 5 children in care did not have consent from parents to transport.”

      The state verified the correction on Apr 25, 2023

    • TransportationMedium risk

      746.501(a)(14) - Written Operational Policies - Transportation

      “The written operational policy does not have transportation included.”

      The state verified the correction on Apr 25, 2023

  5. Mar 3, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
    • Supervision and ratiosMedium High risk

      746.1203(3)(D) - Personal use of electronic devices, such as cell phones, MP3 players, tablets, and video games

      “I observed a caregiver on a personal laptop device while supervising children in care. Note: During the inspection the caregiver removed the device.”

      Corrected during the visit

  6. Jan 31, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
  7. Dec 6, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
  8. Nov 8, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
  9. Oct 28, 2022Visit1 rule cited
    • Safety and hazardsHigh risk

      746.5101(a) - Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months

      “The operation did not have the most recent fire inspection report available to review.”

      The state verified the correction on Nov 3, 2022

  10. Oct 11, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
  11. Sep 27, 2022Inspection1 rule cited
    • Supervision and ratiosMedium High risk

      746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children

      “I observed 24 children in a classroom including infants with one caregiver. The youngest child in the room was 17 months. The oldest child in the room was 5 years old. Note: A caregiver showed up to relieve the other teacher and the children were all put back in the correct classes, according to ages.”

      Corrected during the visit

  12. Sep 21, 2022Inspection1 rule cited
    • Supervision and ratiosHigh risk

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

      “I observed a caregiver leave the room with 7 children ages 18 months-23 months for any extended time frame. The caregiver was also on a personal device. Note: Supervision was discussed, however the citation was recited. I observed two sharp objects accessible to children in the kitchen. I also observed a caregiver leave a classroom with 9 children in care, ages 2-3 years of age.”

      The state verified the correction on Sep 27, 2022

  13. Sep 7, 2022Inspection3 rules cited
    • Supervision and ratiosHigh risk

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

      “I observed a caregiver leave the room with 7 children ages 18 months-23 months for any extended time frame. The caregiver was also on a pesonal device.”

      The state verified the correction on Sep 21, 2022

    • Supervision and ratiosMedium High risk

      746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children

      “I observed ten children ages 18 months through 23 months and a 3 year old being supervised by one caregiver in the rear classroom. The maximum number of children in this age group that one caregiver may supervise is nine.”

      Corrected during the visit

    • Building, equipment and play areasMedium High risk

      746.4751(c) - Maintenance Procedures for Active Play - Hazards Removed or Repaired

      “I observed while outdoors standing water, tarp that covers the play equipment in need of repair, the gate to the the electric box open and the back gate open.”

      The state verified the correction on Sep 19, 2022

  14. Jul 28, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
  15. Jul 7, 2022Inspection2 rules cited
    • Safe sleepMedium High risk

      746.2409(a)(2) - Safety Requirements for Cribs - Snug Fitting Sheets

      “I observed two cribs in the infant classroom without snug fitted sheets.”

      The state verified the correction on Jul 28, 2022

    • Building, equipment and play areasMedium High risk

      746.2411(2)(B) - Safety Requirements for Play Yards - Snug Fitting Sheets

      “I observed three play yards in the infant classroom without snug fitted sheets.”

      The state verified the correction on Jul 28, 2022

  16. Apr 19, 2022Inspection2 rules cited
    • Background checksHigh risk

      745.621(a)(2) - AP Initial background checks submitted - At the time you hire someone

      “During the walkthrough I observed a caregiver without a cleared eligible background results caring for 22 children ages 2-3 years old.”

      The state verified the correction on May 20, 2022

    • Safety and hazardsMedium High risk

      746.3701 - Safety - Areas Free From Hazards

      “During the inspection I observed a electrical box that was lifted out of the wall exposing wires, Broken fence boards on the playground as well as a wooden deck with the astro turf covering ripped and torn, broken plastic toys as well as debris on the ground.”

      The state verified the correction on May 3, 2022

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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FAQ

Questions about Home Sweet Home Childcare

Is Home Sweet Home Childcare licensed?

Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued May 8, 2023.

When was Home Sweet Home Childcare last inspected?

Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on April 23, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 11 visits in the last 3 years.

Has Home Sweet Home Childcare had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 19 rules across 8 of 11 visits in the last 3 years; 19 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 Home Sweet Home Childcare care for?

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

Does Home Sweet Home Childcare accept child care subsidies?

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

What are Home Sweet Home Childcare'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 Home Sweet Home Childcare cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (281) 656-2273 to ask.

What is Home Sweet Home Childcare's phone number?

(281) 656-2273.

Where is Home Sweet Home Childcare?

16618 Clay Rd, Houston, TX 77084. The nearest other daycare we list is Little Leaders Academy, 0.4 miles away.

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