Shoelaces Learning Center
Houston, TX 77033 · infants to school-age · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
5.0· 7 reviews
Kandy Stripe Academy
- licensed capacity
- 187
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $185
- year first permitted
- 2019
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About Kandy Stripe Academy
Kandy Stripe Academy is a licensed child care center in Houston, Texas. The state has permitted it since January 9, 2019, for up to 187 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM. It describes its programs: infant care, preschool, summer camp and toddler care.
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 3 visits in the last 3 years and cited 11 rules across 2 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsSchool-ageSummer campAccepts 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
- 187 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 6:00 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. It lists: 6 weeks to 12 years |
|---|---|
| Programs | Infant care, preschool, summer camp and toddler care |
| Curriculum | OWL (Our World of Learning); Innovations; Frog Street |
| Staff | Trained, experienced teachers |
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Accreditation | Texas Rising Star (4-Star Texas Rising Star) |
| More | Founded 1968 |
| Licensed capacity | 187 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Kandy Stripe 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 Kandy Stripe Academy
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Full Permit
- Capacity
- 187 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Permit issued
- 2019
- License number
- #1681927
Summary
3 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Nov 19, 2025: 2 rules cited
Rules cited on 2 of 3 visits · 11 rules in all · 11 corrected
- Records and paperwork 6
- Safe sleep 2
- Health, medication and illness 1
- Staff training and qualifications 1
- Food and nutrition 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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Nov 19, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
746.3503(a) - Diaper Changing Equipment - Smooth, Non-absorbent, Easy to Clean Surface
“The infant classroom was observed with a torn changing pad. Note: This was corrected during the inspection.”
Corrected during the visit
746.1316(a) - Transportation Safety Training -Director and Employee Complete 2 Hours Annually
“The listed director did not have the required transportation training.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 19, 2025
Nov 22, 2024Inspection9 rules cited
746.501(a)(30) - Written Operational Policies - Support inclusive services
“The operational policy did not contain a supporting inclusive services section.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 12, 2024
746.501(a)(18)(F) - Written Operational Policies - Criteria for Extreme Weather
“The operational policy did not contain a section explaining the criteria for extreme weather.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 12, 2024
746.2419(6) - Requirements for Feeding Infants - Label Bottles/Cups
“One sippy cup was observed without labels in the infant fridge. Note: This was corrected during inspection.”
Corrected during the visit
746.4503(b) - Cots, Beds, Mats Labeled With Child's Name
“In the infant 2 classroom cots were observed without labels. Note: This was corrected during inspection.”
Corrected during the visit
746.901(2) - Required Personnel Records- Meets Requirements
“One of ten records did not contain proof of education requirements.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 22, 2024
746.501(a)(18)(A) - Written Operational Policies - Benefits
“The operational policy did not contain a section explaining the benefits of physical activity and outdoor play.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 12, 2024
746.501(a)(26) - Written Operational Policies - Preventing and Responding to Abuse and Neglect
“The operational policy did not contain a preventing and responding to abuse and neglect section.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 12, 2024
746.501(a)(9) - Written Operational Policies - Safe Sleep for Infants 12 Months and Younger
“The operational policy did not contain a safe sleep for infants 12 months and younger section.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 12, 2024
746.501(a)(8) - Written Operational Policies - Suspension and Expulsion
“The operational policy did not contain a suspension and expulsion section.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 13, 2024
- Dec 5, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
Dec 5, 2022Inspection1 rule cited
746.611(a)(3) - Health Statement parent sign - Dated within past yr, name/address health care professional, states child can participate. Follow by signed statement
“3 out of 10 children did not have an updated health statement signed by the doctor after 12 months of parent signage.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 23, 2022
- Dec 6, 2021InspectionNo rules cited
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FAQ
Questions about Kandy Stripe Academy
Is Kandy Stripe Academy licensed?
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued January 9, 2019.
When was Kandy Stripe Academy last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on November 19, 2025, with 2 rules cited. It lists 3 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Kandy Stripe Academy had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 11 rules across 2 of 3 visits in the last 3 years; 11 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 Kandy Stripe Academy care for?
187, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Kandy Stripe Academy accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Kandy Stripe Academy's hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Kandy Stripe Academy cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (713) 734-4909 to ask.
What is Kandy Stripe Academy's phone number?
(713) 734-4909.
Where is Kandy Stripe Academy?
6515 Martin Luther King Blvd, Houston, TX 77033. The nearest other daycare we list is Unique Childcare III, 0.2 miles away.