Pinnacle Montessori Old Dorchester
475 Old Dorchester, Sherman, TX
Howe KinderCare
- licensed capacity
- 188
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $138
- year first permitted
- 2024
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About
About Howe KinderCare
Howe KinderCare is a licensed child care center in Howe, Texas. The state has permitted it since May 31, 2024, for up to 188 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM.
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 38 visits in the last 3 years and cited 26 rules across 13 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 188 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 |
|---|---|
| Licensed capacity | 188 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Howe KinderCare has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Grayson County has a median price of $138 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$138
Home daycare$125
Toddler
Center$130
Home daycare$120
Preschool
Center$127
Home daycare$118
School age
Center$120
Home daycare$113
State record
Inspection reports for Howe KinderCare
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Full Permit
- Capacity
- 188 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Permit issued
- 2024
- License number
- #1795014
Summary
38 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Aug 12, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 15 of 38 visits · 26 rules in all · 26 corrected
- Discipline and child guidance 6
- Supervision and ratios 5
- Building, equipment and play areas 5
- Safety and hazards 3
- Staff training and qualifications 3
- Background checks 2
- Records and paperwork 2
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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- Aug 12, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Jul 28, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Jul 24, 2026VisitNo rules cited
- Jul 14, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Jul 10, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Jul 9, 2026Visit2 rules cited
746.1203(3)(D) - Personal use of electronic devices, such as cell phones, MP3 players, tablets, and video games
“Caregivers at the operation were found to use their personal phones while caring for children.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 12, 2026
746.1201(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
“A caregiver at the operation cursed in the presence of children in care.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 12, 2026
Jun 12, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
“A caregiver with an inactive status on their background check was in a classroom. During the inspection, the caregiver left the operation.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 12, 2026
May 7, 2026Inspection5 rules cited
746.4907(a)(1) - Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Six Inches if Equipment 5 Ft or Less
“The loose fill around the main play structure was measured at between 1 to 5 inches in different spots in the strcutures use zone. This structure requires 6 inches of loose fill.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 12, 2026
746.3701 - Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
“An unlocked fuse box was accessbile to 4 and and 5 year old children in the pre-kindergarten classroom.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 12, 2026
746.1305(b) - Pre-service Training for Caregivers of Children Under 24 Months
“Two new caregivers did not have any documentation of completed pre-service training.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 12, 2026
746.4751(c) - Maintenance Procedures for Active Play - Hazards Removed or Repaired
“A log bridge on a play structure had a log not secured to the bridge with exposed screws. Addtionally, netting installed on this bridge was ripped in several places.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 12, 2026
746.5101(a) - Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
“During the annual inspection, the operation did not have a current annual fire inspection on file at the operation.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 12, 2026
- Apr 10, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Dec 17, 2025VisitNo rules cited
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- Dec 17, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Dec 16, 2025VisitNo rules cited
Nov 18, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
“During an inspection at the operation, a caregiver was observed to be present in a classroom with children while having a pending background check.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 19, 2025
- Oct 14, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Oct 10, 2025Complaint investigation3 rules cited
746.401(5) - Posting Requirements - Activity Plans for each group of children in the child care center
“During the inspection, a written activity plan was not posted for the school-aged group of children.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 18, 2025
746.4305 - Fenced Outdoor Activity Space
“This standard was evaluated during the investigation and was found to be deficient. A group of children were playing outdoors in an area which was not enclosed with a fence. This group included children who were younger than five years old.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 18, 2025
746.1003(2) - Director Responsibilities - Employees Comply with Standards
“This standard was evaluated during the investigation and was found to be deficient. A director allowed a group of children, which included children under the age of five, to play outdoors in an unfenced area. Another director was unaware that the group of children played outdoors in the unfenced area.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 18, 2025
- Oct 9, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Aug 28, 2025Complaint investigation1 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
“This standard was evaluated during the investigation and was found to be deficient. A caregiver did not supervise a child who climbed on top of a table and pulled it over and onto the child's foot.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 9, 2025
Aug 28, 2025Inspection1 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
“This standard was evaluated during the investigation and was found to be deficient. A caregiver did not supervise a child who climbed on top of a table and pulled it over and onto the child's foot.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 9, 2025
- May 20, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Dec 18, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Dec 16, 2024VisitNo rules cited
- Dec 5, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Nov 13, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Oct 28, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Oct 24, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Oct 21, 2024Visit2 rules 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
“This standard was evaluated as part of an investigation and found to be deficient. Based on evidence obtained, it has been determined that two children had been left unattended in a classroom.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 13, 2024
746.307(b)(4) - Parental Communication - Situation that Placed a Child at Risk
“This standard was evaluated as part of an investigation and found to be deficient. Based on evidence obtained through interviews, it has been determined that parents were not notified immediately after two children were left unattended in a classroom.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 13, 2024
- Sep 4, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Aug 23, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
746.3407(9) - Floors, ceilings and Walls in Good Repair and Clean
“The border on a carpet in the toddler room has exposed metal. The infant room has damaged floor tiles.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 4, 2024
Aug 20, 2024Visit2 rules cited
746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
“Documentation was obtained providing information that multiple rooms were out of ratio on multiple days.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 4, 2024
746.3701 - Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
“A caregiver's vape pen was on the floor and a child was able to access it.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 4, 2024
- Aug 16, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Aug 14, 2024Complaint investigation5 rules cited
746.2805(6) - Prohibited Punishments - Using Harsh, Abusive or Profane Language
“This standard was evaluated during an investigation and determined to be deficient. A caregiver has used harsh and profane language in the presence of children.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 4, 2024
746.2805(5) - Prohibited Punishments - Humiliating, Rejecting, Yelling
“This standard was evaluated during an investigation and found to be deficient. A caregiver has yelled at children in care.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 4, 2024
746.1203(5) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Interact positively with children
“This standard was evaluated as part of an investigation and found to be deficient. Based on evidence obtained, it was found that a caregiver routinely did not interact positively with a group of children.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 4, 2024
746.1003(3) - Director Responsibilities - Employee Assignments
“This standard was evaluated as part of an investigation and determined to be deficient. Based on evidence obtained, the director placed a caregiver in an age group that did not align with the caregiver's skills or abilities.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 4, 2024
746.2805 - Prohibited Punishments - No Harsh, Cruel or Unusual
“This standard was evaluated as part of an investigation and found to be deficient. Based on evidence obtained, it was found that a caregiver pushed a child when the child was not following the caregiver's directions.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 4, 2024
- Jul 31, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Jul 2, 2024Visit1 rule cited
746.2805(3) - Prohibited Punishments - Grabbing and Pulling
“This standard was evaluated during the investigation and was found to be deficient. A caregiver pulled a child up from their arms, causing the child to become injured.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 31, 2024
Jul 2, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
746.2805(3) - Prohibited Punishments - Grabbing and Pulling
“This standard was evaluated during the investigation and was found to be deficient. A caregiver pulled a child up from their arms, causing the child to become injured.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 31, 2024
- Jun 26, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Jun 14, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Jun 13, 2024Visit1 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
“This standard was evaluated during the investigation and found to be deficient. A caregiver left a child unsupervised outside for at least twenty minutes.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 26, 2024
May 22, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
746.3407(9) - Floors, ceilings and Walls in Good Repair and Clean
“The insulation in the front room of the school age area is in need of repair.”
The state verified the correction on May 28, 2024
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FAQ
Questions about Howe KinderCare
Is Howe KinderCare licensed?
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued May 31, 2024.
When was Howe KinderCare last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on August 12, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 38 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Howe KinderCare had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 26 rules across 15 of 38 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 Howe KinderCare care for?
188, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Howe KinderCare accept child care subsidies?
The state record does not list it as accepting subsidies. Ask the provider directly.
What are Howe KinderCare'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 Howe KinderCare cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (903) 532-9663 to ask.
What is Howe KinderCare's phone number?
(903) 532-9663.
Where is Howe KinderCare?
105 Doyle St, Howe, TX 75459.