Calhoun County YMCA HJM Afterschool Care
605 N Commerce St, Port Lavaca, TX
4.1· 26 reviews
INK Port Lavaca EHS/HS
- licensed capacity
- 40
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $124
- year first permitted
- 2024
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About INK Port Lavaca EHS/HS
INK Port Lavaca EHS/HS is a licensed child care center in Port Lavaca, Texas. The state has permitted it since May 16, 2024, for up to 40 children, serving infants, toddlers and preschoolers.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:45 AM to 3:15 PM.
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 18 visits in the last 3 years and cited 10 rules across 6 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
Infants
Ages served: infants, toddlers and preschoolers
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers and preschoolers
- Hours today
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 40 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 7:45 AM to 3:15 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:45 AM to 3:15 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:45 AM to 3:15 PM |
| Thursday | 7:45 AM to 3:15 PM |
| Friday | 7:45 AM to 3:15 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Infants, toddlers and preschoolersFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Licensed capacity | 40 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
INK Port Lavaca EHS/HS has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Calhoun County has a median price of $124 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$124
Home daycare$113
Toddler
Center$117
Home daycare$109
Preschool
Center$115
Home daycare$107
School age
Center$109
Home daycare$103
State record
Inspection reports for INK Port Lavaca EHS/HS
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Full Permit
- Capacity
- 40 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers and preschoolers
- Permit issued
- 2024
- License number
- #1774180- 11191
Summary
18 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Sep 2, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 7 of 18 visits · 10 rules in all · 10 corrected
- Discipline and child guidance 5
- Supervision and ratios 2
- Background checks 1
- Food and nutrition 1
- Staff training and qualifications 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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See all 22 visits
- Sep 2, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Jul 16, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- May 20, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
May 12, 2026Visit1 rule cited
746.2803(4)(C) - Positive Methods of Discipline and Guidance - Redirecting Behavior
“Based on video footage, a caregiver did not use positive methods of redirecting children's behavior when she is seen picking up a child, bringing the child to the carpet, and making the child sit down. In addition, she is seen aggressively moving two children who were already sitting on the carpet.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 16, 2026
- Jan 7, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- May 12, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Apr 30, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Apr 11, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- May 21, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Apr 26, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Show 12 earlier visits
Apr 19, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
746.1605(1) - Child/Caregiver Ratio - 18 Months Difference in Age
“Infants were observed outside together with older children. The youngest child in the group was 6 months old. The oldest child in the group was 35 months old. There is more than an 18 month difference between the youngest and oldest child.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 26, 2024
Apr 12, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
“Operation allowed a person to be present at the operation before receiving notice from the CBCU regarding the person's eligibility.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 12, 2024
Apr 11, 2024Complaint investigation5 rules cited
746.2805(3) - Prohibited Punishments - Grabbing and Pulling
“Based on video evidence, three different caregivers were observed to have grabbed a child by the arm in a rough manner. One incident resulted in the child being lifted off of the ground.”
The state verified the correction on May 21, 2024
746.1201(2) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Relate to Children
“Based on video evidence, a caregiver did not relate to a child with patience when she is seen physically making a child pick books up from the floor in a rough manner.”
The state verified the correction on May 21, 2024
746.2205(a)(4) - Written Activity Plan - No Long Waiting Periods
“Based on video surveillance, children were observed sitting at the table with no activity for a long period of time.”
The state verified the correction on May 21, 2024
746.2805(5) - Prohibited Punishments - Humiliating, Rejecting, Yelling
“Based on information gathered, a caregiver has been heard yelling at children in an inappropriate tone.”
The state verified the correction on May 21, 2024
746.1203(4) - Provide care consistent with child's habits, interests, strengths, special needs, including any special supervision needs
“Based on information gathered, a child with special needs was not provided appropriate care consistent with their needs. Caregivers failed to plan to accommodate for the child's individual needs and attempted to force the child to do what typical peers were doing despite it being inconsistent with their abilities.”
The state verified the correction on May 21, 2024
Mar 8, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
746.2421(b) - Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days
“Three infant feeding instructions have not been updated in the past 30 days.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 19, 2024
- Dec 13, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
Nov 16, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
746.1301(a)(3)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Pediatric First Aid with Rescue Breathing
“During the course of the DFPS investigation, it was determined that a caregiver lacked current first aid and CPR training.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 8, 2024
Nov 16, 2023Complaint investigation1 rule cited
746.1301(a)(3)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Pediatric First Aid with Rescue Breathing
“During the course of the DFPS investigation, it was determined that a caregiver lacked current first aid and CPR training.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 8, 2024
- Nov 15, 2023VisitNo rules cited
- Oct 16, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
Aug 28, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
746.901(4) - Required Personnel Records - Required Affidavit
“One out of four personnel files evaluated lacked an employee affidavit on file.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 30, 2023
- Jul 13, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
May 26, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
746.3701 - Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
“Grass on the playground exceeded six inches in some areas.”
The state verified the correction on May 30, 2023
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FAQ
Questions about INK Port Lavaca EHS/HS
Is INK Port Lavaca EHS/HS licensed?
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued May 16, 2024.
When was INK Port Lavaca EHS/HS last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on September 2, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 18 visits in the last 3 years.
Has INK Port Lavaca EHS/HS had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 10 rules across 7 of 18 visits in the last 3 years; 10 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 INK Port Lavaca EHS/HS care for?
40, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers and preschoolers.
Does INK Port Lavaca EHS/HS accept child care subsidies?
The state record does not list it as accepting subsidies. Ask the provider directly.
What are INK Port Lavaca EHS/HS's hours?
Monday to Friday, 7:45 AM to 3:15 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does INK Port Lavaca EHS/HS cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (210) 216-1638 to ask.
What is INK Port Lavaca EHS/HS's phone number?
(210) 216-1638.
Where is INK Port Lavaca EHS/HS?
900 N Virginia St, Port Lavaca, TX 77979. The nearest other daycare we list is Bright Day Preschool, 0.1 miles away.