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Joyful Days Academy
- licensed capacity
- 72
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $185
- year first permitted
- 2025
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About
About Joyful Days Academy
Joyful Days Academy is a licensed child care center in Houston, Texas. The state has permitted it since October 28, 2025, for up to 72 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 7:00 PM. It describes its programs: after-school care, before-school care, full-time care and infant care. It says it provides meals.
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 9 visits in the last 3 years and cited 40 rules across 8 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsPreschool / pre-KBefore- and after-schoolMeals providedOpens before 7 AMOpen until 7 PM
Ages served: infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
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Ask when you call: rates, current openings and staff-to-child ratio.
- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- 6:00 AM to 7:00 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 72 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 6:00 AM to 7:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:00 AM to 7:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:00 AM to 7:00 PM |
| Thursday | 6:00 AM to 7:00 PM |
| Friday | 6:00 AM to 7:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license. It lists: 6 weeks to school-aged |
|---|---|
| Programs | After-school care, before-school care, full-time care, infant care, pre-k, preschool and toddler care |
| Staff | Qualified, Caring and Experienced Staff |
| Daily life | Meals provided; Snacks provided |
| Transportation | Transportation (bus transportation to and from local schools) |
| Licensed capacity | 72 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Joyful Days Academy 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 Joyful Days Academy
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Initial
- Capacity
- 72 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Permit issued
- 2025
- License number
- #1823048
Summary
9 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jul 23, 2026: 1 rule cited
Rules cited on 8 of 9 visits · 40 rules in all · 40 corrected
- Building, equipment and play areas 14
- Records and paperwork 9
- Safety and hazards 6
- Supervision and ratios 4
- Food and nutrition 2
- Transportation 2
- Background checks 1
- Safe sleep 1
- Health, medication and illness 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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Jul 23, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
746.5101(a) - Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
“The center does not have a current fire inspection. The last fire inspection was conducted on 4/16/25.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 14, 2026
Jun 25, 2026Inspection2 rules cited
746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
“No active ant beds were observed, but the grass was not maintained and tall enough to be hazardous towards children playing outside.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 23, 2026
746.4313(3) - Additional Requirements For Outdoor Activity Space Not Connected To Center - Other Conditions Specified
“The current safety plan does not apply to the operation's ability to maintain the plan. A new playground safety plan has not been created to account for number of staff to help with transitioning and maintenance of the play area.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 23, 2026
May 8, 2026Inspection9 rules cited
746.1203(3)(D) - Personal use of electronic devices, such as cell phones, MP3 players, tablets, and video games
“A caregiver was observed using her cell phone for personal use while responsible for supervising children during nap time.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 15, 2026
746.5101(a) - Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
“The center does not have a current fire inspection. The lat fire inspection was conducted on 4/16/25.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 23, 2026
746.1205(a)(2) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know number of children responsible for
“The caregiver did not know the number of children they were responsible for,”
The state verified the correction on Jun 15, 2026
746.2911 - Adequate Lighting During Naptime
“There was not enough lighting in the nap room to provide adequate supervision of the children.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 15, 2026
746.3701 - Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
“A storage area in the school age classroom contains hazards such as tables leaning against the wall, stacked chairs and a multitude of other miscellaneous items is accessible to children.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 15, 2026
745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
“A caregiver was allowed access to children prior to the operation receiving an eligibility notification from the Centralized Background Check Unit.”
The state verified the correction on May 15, 2026
746.4307 - Fenced Outdoor Activity Space -Exits Required
“A follow-up inspection was conducted and compliance was not met. This deficiency is being recited. While there is a second gate opening at the end of the outdoor play area, children can not safely exit through the gate. On the other side, the exit is blocked by broken palm tree leaves, bushes, trash, and other hazards that make it impossible for a safe exit in case the first exit is unavailable for emergencies.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 15, 2026
746.4313(3) - Additional Requirements For Outdoor Activity Space Not Connected To Center - Other Conditions Specified
“A follow-up inspection was conducted and compliance was not met. This deficiency is being recited. Additional conditions were implemented for the operation to follow a playground safety and transition plan which has not been maintained. Securing both exit gates, maintenance of the back alley, and number of caregivers to maintain proper supervision have not been practiced and conducted regularly.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 25, 2026
746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
“An active ant bed was observed on the playground.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 25, 2026
Apr 14, 2026Inspection5 rules cited
746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
“Two of the restroom stalls have not been properly repaired. One toilet has a broken ceramic top where the water holds for flushing. One stall, has a huge hole underneath the toilet that has not been repaired.”
The state verified the correction on May 8, 2026
746.4307 - Fenced Outdoor Activity Space -Exits Required
“While there is a second gate opening at the end of the outdoor play area, children can not safely exit through the gate. On the other side, the exit is blocked by broken palm tree leaves, bushes, trash, and other hazards that make it impossible for a safe exit in case the first exit is unavailable for emergencies.”
The state verified the correction on May 8, 2026
746.1203(3)(A) - Administrative and clerical duties that take caregiver's attention away from children
“Director responsiblities are not maintained when the director is overseeing caregiver roles and responsibilities which prohibits and limits the ability to conduct an inspection, provide records and documents, assist with administrative and clerical duties. Currently the director is the main caregiver providing care and supervision of the children in care.”
The state verified the correction on May 8, 2026
746.4313(3) - Additional Requirements For Outdoor Activity Space Not Connected To Center - Other Conditions Specified
“Additional conditions were implemented for the operation to follow a playground safety and transition plan which has not been maintained. Ensuring broken equimpent is removed daily, securing both exit gates, maintenance of the back alley, and number of caregivers to maintain proper supervision have not been practiced and conducted regulary.”
The state verified the correction on May 8, 2026
746.4601(5) - Safety Requirements for Active Play Equipment - Securely Anchored
“The outdoor play equipment and structure was not securely anchored down into the ground and not set up properly while having exposed long metal points protruding from the bottom of the equipment.”
The state verified the correction on May 8, 2026
Mar 25, 2026Inspection4 rules cited
746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
“Two of the restroom stalls have not been properly repaired. One toilet has a broken ceramic top where the water holds for flushing. One stall, has a huge hole underneath the toilet that has not been repaired. Outside, the second exit and pathway back into the buidling has not been maintained properly as potential hazards and tree debris is scattered behind the exit.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 14, 2026
746.3701(3) - Safety - Air Conditioners, Fans, Heaters Safeguarded
“During naptime, a floor fan was observed to be on and working with no safegaurd or barrier around it. This was corrected when the director removed the fan unit from the area of care.”
Corrected during the visit
746.909 - Access to Personnel Records
“Personnel records were not immediately accessble for review when the director was supervising during naptime and the only staff member in the building, This was corrected when the owner had arrived at thhe operation and relieved the director from supervising to allow the director to obtain files for review by licensing.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 14, 2026
746.2409(a)(2) - Safety Requirements for Cribs - Snug Fitting Sheets
“The infant crib did not have a tight fitted sheet. The sheet was loose with ripples and could easily be pinched up. It was oberved that the sheet did not fit the mattress properly. This was corrected when a tighter sheet was placed on the mattress.”
Corrected during the visit
Mar 23, 2026Complaint investigation1 rule cited
746.4601(5) - Safety Requirements for Active Play Equipment - Securely Anchored
“Based on observations made, the outdoor play equipment and structure was not securely anchored down into the ground and was turned over on its side with a long metal point protruding from the bottom of the equipment.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 14, 2026
- Jan 22, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Oct 14, 2025Inspection3 rules cited
746.4311 - Outdoor Activity Space Accessible By Safe Route or get required approval of plan
“A safety plan for the playground was implemented but was missing vital criteria for approval.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 16, 2025
746.501(a)(20) - Written Operational Policies - Parent Rights
“The operational policies did not include parent rights.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 16, 2025
746.501(a)(25) - Written Operational Policies - Breastfeeding Provisions
“The operational policies did not discuss breastfeeding accommodations for mothers.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 16, 2025
Sep 23, 2025Inspection15 rules cited
746.605(6) - Required Admission Information - Emergency Contact
“One child did not have an emergency contact listed in their file.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 14, 2025
746.501(a)(20) - Written Operational Policies - Parent Rights
“The operational policies did not include parent rights.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 14, 2025
746.501(a)(25) - Written Operational Policies - Breastfeeding Provisions
“The operational policies did not discuss breastfeeding accommodations for mothers.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 14, 2025
746.4311 - Outdoor Activity Space Accessible By Safe Route or get required approval of plan
“It was found that the route to the outdoor play area had additional hazards such as it being located right next to a bar/lounge. It was observed to have men coming in and out of the lounge with paraphernalia and smoking outside the lounge area. The outdoor play area is also located next to the shopping strip dumpster where it was observed that garabage and other hazards can easily make their way onto the play area.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 14, 2025
746.501(a)(26) - Written Operational Policies - Preventing and Responding to Abuse and Neglect
“The operational policies did not include all the abuse and neglect required information needed.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 14, 2025
746.4313(2) - Additional Requirements For Outdoor Activity Space Not Connected To Center - Written Plan for Supervision
“The outdoor play area is located at the end of the shopping strip. There was no written plan for maintaining proper supervision upon transporting children to and from the outdoor play area.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 14, 2025
746.5619 - Plan to Handle Transportation Emergencies
“There was no plan to handle transportation emergencies.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 14, 2025
746.4313(1) - Additional Requirements For Outdoor Activity Space Not Connected To Center - Notify Parents of Location
“There is no written notification to parents regarding the location of the outdoor play area.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 14, 2025
746.501(a)(18) - Written Operational Policies - Promotion of Physical Activity
“The operational policies did not include all the required information for the promotion of indoor and outdoor physical activity.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 14, 2025
746.605(11) - Required Admission Information - Emergency Medical Authorization
“Two children did not have emergency medical authorization from a parent.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 14, 2025
746.4307 - Fenced Outdoor Activity Space -Exits Required
“While there is a second gate opening at the end of the outdoor play area, children can not safely exit through the gate. On the other side, the exit is blocked by trees, bushes, trash, an empty gas container, and other hazards that make it impossible for a safe exit in case the first exit is unavailable for emergencies.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 14, 2025
746.501(a)(14) - Written Operational Policies - Transportation
“There was no transportation policy stated in the operational policies. The operation does offer transportation.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 14, 2025
746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
“The outdoor play area has a metal play train and tube that is missing parts and not kept in good repair. The transportation van also was not properly cleaned out and had garabge and debris on the floors of the van.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 14, 2025
746.501(a)(30) - Written Operational Policies - Support inclusive services
“The operational policies did not include inclusion service information for children with special needs.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 14, 2025
746.605(13) - Required Admission Information - School Information for School-age Child
“3 school aged children did not have the required school information on file.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 14, 2025
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FAQ
Questions about Joyful Days Academy
Is Joyful Days Academy licensed?
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued October 28, 2025.
When was Joyful Days Academy last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on July 23, 2026, with 1 rule cited. It lists 9 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Joyful Days Academy had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 40 rules across 8 of 9 visits in the last 3 years; 40 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 Joyful Days Academy care for?
72, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Joyful Days Academy accept child care subsidies?
The state record does not list it as accepting subsidies. Ask the provider directly.
What are Joyful Days Academy's hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 7:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Joyful Days Academy cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (281) 444-3297 to ask.
What is Joyful Days Academy's phone number?
(281) 444-3297.
Where is Joyful Days Academy?
14449 Bammel North Houston Rd, Houston, TX 77014. The nearest other daycare we list is Klever Kids Learning Academy, 0.2 miles away.