Dorothy Lackey
Houston, TX 77026 · infants to school-age · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
J B Adams School
- licensed capacity
- 48
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $185
- year first permitted
- 1985
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About
About J B Adams School
J B Adams School is a licensed child care center in Houston, Texas. The state has permitted it since December 5, 1985, for up to 48 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 5:30 AM to 5:30 PM. It describes a Faith-based approach, with after-school care, before-school care, drop-in care and infant care. It says it provides meals.
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 20 visits in the last 3 years and cited 21 rules across 7 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsPreschool / pre-KBefore- and after-schoolFaith-basedMeals providedAccepts child care subsidyOpens before 7 AM
Ages served: infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 48 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 5:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 5:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 5:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Thursday | 5:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Friday | 5:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license. It lists: 6 weeks old – 13 years old |
|---|---|
| Programs | After-school care, before-school care, drop-in care, infant care, pre-k and toddler care |
| Approach | Faith-based |
| Curriculum | Frog Street |
| Daily life | Meals provided. Extended care: Overnight care |
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 48 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
J B Adams School 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.
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 J B Adams School
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Full Permit
- Capacity
- 48 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Permit issued
- 1985
- License number
- #165922
Summary
20 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Aug 31, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 7 of 20 visits · 21 rules in all · 21 corrected
- Supervision and ratios 6
- Staff training and qualifications 4
- Building, equipment and play areas 2
- Food and nutrition 2
- Records and paperwork 2
- Discipline and child guidance 1
- Transportation 1
- Health, medication and illness 1
- Background checks 1
- Safe sleep 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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- Aug 31, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Aug 28, 2026VisitNo rules cited
Jul 21, 2026Inspection3 rules cited
746.4807(a) - Measurement of Use Zone for Swings - in Front and Rear
“The height of the vertical distance from the swing beam to the surfacing measured at 8 feet 2 inches. The use zone should measure at 16 feet 4 inches. The actual use zone measured at 11 feet, short by 5 feet 4 inches.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 24, 2026
746.1329(a) - Documentation of Training Requirements - Original Training Certification Card or Letter in each Employee's personnel record
“2 out of 6 staff missing documentation of training that has been completed but not made available to CCR for evaluation.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 31, 2026
746.3301(g) - Nutrition and Food Service - No Beverages with Added Sugar, unless allowed by CACFP
“Sugar added beverage was served to children outside of a birthday or holiday.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 24, 2026
- May 18, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Mar 31, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Feb 18, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Feb 4, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Jan 5, 2026Complaint investigation4 rules cited
746.2403(3) - Infant Care Area - Separate from Older Children
“The infant room was used as a passageway by an older child with infants in care.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 18, 2026
746.1701 - Child/Caregiver Ratio - 12 or Fewer Children
“A caregiver was in charge of a group of 7 children on the playground; ages were two infants of age 16-months old, three children of age 2-years old, and two children of age 3-years old. The group was over ratio by 1 child.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 4, 2026
746.1003(3) - Director Responsibilities - Employee Assignments
“The director failed to clearly make employee assignments in her absence with a caregiver left in charge who was capable of enforcing the operation's policies and procedures.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 18, 2026
746.1201(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
“Caregiver did not show good judgment when propping an exterior door open which led to a child walking away from the center. Caregiver did not show good judgement when placing a child in a highchair for activity not related to feeding.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 18, 2026
- Dec 19, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Dec 16, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Show 16 earlier visits
Dec 12, 2025Visit1 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
“A child was unsupervised for about 5 minutes and walked away from the operation.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 19, 2025
- Aug 12, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- May 9, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Apr 30, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
746.5607(e)(4)(A) - Child Passenger Safety Seat System - 4 through 7 years of age, outgrown weight or height limit of seat and less than 4 feet, 9 inches in height
“3 out of 4 children under 4'9" in height and under 8 years old were not seated in a belt-positioning booster seat, safety vest, or harness according to the manufacturer's instructions.”
The state verified the correction on May 9, 2025
- Feb 18, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Jan 15, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
746.3417(3) - Children Handwashing After Toileting or Diapering
“1 infant, 6 toddlers and 1 PreK children did not wash their hands after toileting. Note: this was corrected at inspection when the caregivers washed the children's hands.”
Corrected during the visit
746.2421(b) - Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days
“1 out of 5 infants had an outdated infant written feeding instructions form. Note: the caregiver had the parent re-sign and update the form during inspection.”
Corrected during the visit
Jun 17, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
“The operation had a vendor working at the operation that comes once a week with out a background check ran. Corrected: When the vendor worker left for the day.”
Corrected during the visit
746.901(4) - Required Personnel Records - Required Affidavit
“One caregiver is still missing an affidavit forms.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 24, 2024
Jun 5, 2024Inspection8 rules cited
746.1205(a)(2) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know number of children responsible for
“The director stated she had 14 children when I counted they were 15 children in care.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 17, 2024
746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
“The director had 15 children in care specified age groupe was 2 years old, the director was over by four children.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 17, 2024
746.2909(5) - Arrangement of Napping Equipment -All Children Supervised
“Doing naptime two children were in another classroom not being supervised by the caregiver.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 17, 2024
746.1315(b) - Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric CPR
“One caregiver did not have CPR training and the other caregiver had online CPR training.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 5, 2024
746.1315(a) - Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric first aid with rescue breathing and choking.
“One caregiver was missing first aid training.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 5, 2024
746.4305 - Fenced Outdoor Activity Space
“The fence to the left of the operation on the playground was not 4 feet tall, it was 3 feet 4 inches.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 17, 2024
746.901(4) - Required Personnel Records - Required Affidavit
“Two caregivers are missing affidavit forms.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 17, 2024
746.2207(c)(4) - Screen Time Activities - Not Used During Eating or Rest Times
“A child was on their tablet doing the nap time period.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 17, 2024
- Apr 5, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Mar 27, 2024VisitNo rules cited
- Jun 30, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
- Jun 29, 2023VisitNo rules cited
Jun 13, 2023Inspection6 rules cited
746.5202(1) - Emergency Preparedness Plan - Evacuation, relocation, and sheltering/lock-down procedures
“The center's emergency prepardness plan needs updating to include language in how caregivers will safely move children under 24 months old to the relocation site.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 17, 2023
746.3407(9) - Floors, ceilings and Walls in Good Repair and Clean
“The backside of the center facing and exposed to the playground is a painted surface with chipping paint and has 2 broken boards in need of replacing. The exterior boards are accessible to children.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 14, 2023
746.4805(a) - Measurement of Use Zone for Slides - in Front of Access and on Sides
“The 5'6" slide does not have the required 6 foot use zone around the perimeter of the slide and overlaps the use zone of another piece of equipment.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 2, 2023
746.5303 - Fire Extinguishing System - Approval
“The operation has 3 fire extinguishers rated at 2A--10BC.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 30, 2023
746.3701 - Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
“Multiple pesticides are being stored in reach of children on the playground.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 13, 2023
746.3701(5) - Safety - Play Materials and Equipment Safe
“A Little Tykes type of playground play equipment has deteriorated on the play surface causing the plastic to rip and become sharp and jagged. Wooden borders in the playground need replacing.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 29, 2023
Jul 6, 2022Inspection1 rule cited
746.5205(1) - Fire Drill Monthly - Exit in 3 Minutes
“The operation did not conduct a fire drill for the month of June. This was corrected at inspection when the center conducted a fire drill.”
Corrected during the visit
- May 19, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
- May 10, 2022VisitNo rules cited
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FAQ
Questions about J B Adams School
Is J B Adams School licensed?
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued December 5, 1985.
When was J B Adams School last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on August 31, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 20 visits in the last 3 years.
Has J B Adams School had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 21 rules across 7 of 20 visits in the last 3 years; 21 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 J B Adams School care for?
48, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does J B Adams School accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are J B Adams School's hours?
Monday to Friday, 5:30 AM to 5:30 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does J B Adams School cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (713) 673-2928 to ask.
What is J B Adams School's phone number?
(713) 673-2928.
Where is J B Adams School?
4601 Hirsch Rd, Houston, TX 77026. The nearest other daycare we list is Hornstead Learning Academy, 0.1 miles away.