ABC & 123 Learning Center
23931 Nichols Sawmill Rd, Hockley, TX
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Karen's Kritters
- licensed capacity
- 12
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $164
- year first permitted
- 2016
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About
About Karen's Kritters
Karen's Kritters is a licensed group home daycare in Hockley, Texas. The state has permitted it since July 21, 2016, for up to 12 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM. As a home daycare, the provider shares the address with families when you call.
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 3 visits in the last 3 years and cited 6 rules across 1 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsSchool-ageOpens before 7 AM
Ages served: infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
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- Type
- Group home daycare
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 12 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 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 |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Setting | Group child care homeFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 12 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Karen's Kritters has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a home daycare in Harris County has a median price of $164 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 Karen's Kritters
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Full Permit
- Capacity
- 12 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Permit issued
- 2016
- License number
- #1608260
Summary
3 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Feb 9, 2026: 6 rules cited
Rules cited on 1 of 3 visits · 6 rules in all · 6 corrected
- Staff training and qualifications 3
- Health, medication and illness 1
- Records and paperwork 1
- Safety and hazards 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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Feb 9, 2026Inspection6 rules cited
747.1309(a) - Primary Caregiver Annual Training -30 Hours Required
“The caregiver was missing 16 of the required 30 annual training hours.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 27, 2026
747.611(b) - Health Statement on File
“Four out of four children did not have the required physicians health statement available fore review during the inspection.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 18, 2026
747.1313(b) - Pediatric First-Aid and Pediatric CPR Training -skill based and hands on
“Pediatric CPR training expired for primary caregiver on 12/29/25.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 2, 2026
747.603(a)(2) - Children's Records - Admission Information
“Three out of four children did not have the required admission information on file during the inspection.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 20, 2026
747.4403(2) - Prohibited Equipment - Allows Children To Fall Inside Structure
“2 prohibited structures were observed in the playground accessible to children.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 2, 2026
747.1313(a) - Pediatric First-Aid and Pediatric CPR Training - Primary, Assistant, and Substitute Caregivers
“Pediatric first aid training expired for the caregiver on 12/29/25.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 2, 2026
- Feb 13, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Feb 20, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Feb 21, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
Jul 18, 2022Inspection2 rules cited
747.5005(1) - Fire Drill Monthly - Exit in 3 Minutes
“The operation did not have for review documented fire drills.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 26, 2022
747.1309(a) - Primary Caregiver Annual Training -30 Hours Required
“The Primary Caregiver was lacking 22 of the required 30 annual training hours. The caregiver had 8 out of 30 training hours.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 31, 2022
- Feb 2, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
Jan 24, 2022Inspection6 rules cited
747.5005(3) - Lock-down drill 4 times in a calendar year
“No lock down drills were conducted during the 2021 calendar year.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 2, 2022
747.3935(b) - Children's Products- Annual Certification
“The most recent Children Product Safety Certification was dated 1/6/2020.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 2, 2022
745.8641 - Requirements during evaluation or probation
“Conditions of probation were evaluated today and not all conditions were met. One of 2 children records reviewed today was still missing the emergency contact address. The state form reflected the record had been reviewed and was compliant. This was corrected at inspection when the emergency contact address was obtained.”
Corrected during the visit
747.3703(b) - Animals at Center - Statement of Health from Veterinarian
“A statement of good health was not available at the time of inspection for 2 dogs in the home.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 25, 2022
747.605(6) - Required Admission Information - Emergency Contact
“The emergency contact address for a child enrolled was not listed on the admission form. This was corrected at inspection when the director called the emergency contact and obtained the address.”
Corrected during the visit
747.2311(2)(B) - Safety Requirements for Play Yards - Snug Fitting Sheets
“A play yard used for an infant in care did not have a snug fitting sheet at the time of inspection.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 2, 2022
Dec 16, 2021Inspection5 rules cited
747.3801(5) - First Aid Kit - Inaccessible to Children
“The first aid kit was stored below the diaper changing table which in a location accessible to children in care. This was corrected at inspection when the first aid kit was moved to an area inaccessible to children.”
Corrected during the visit
747.605(6) - Required Admission Information - Emergency Contact
“The emergency contact address for a child enrolled was not listed on the admission form.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 24, 2022
745.8641 - Requirements during evaluation or probation
“Conditions of probation were evaluated today and not all conditions were met. One of 2 children records reviewed today was missing the emergency contact address. The state form reflected the record had been reviewed and was compliant. A plan was put in place to ensure records were compliant.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 24, 2022
747.2311(2)(B) - Safety Requirements for Play Yards - Snug Fitting Sheets
“A play yard used for an infant in care did not have a snug fitting sheet at the time of inspection.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 24, 2022
747.3607(1) - Storage of Medication - Inaccessible to Children
“Medication bottles were located on the dining table which was accessible to children. This was corrected at inspection when the medication was moved to an area inaccessible to children.”
Corrected during the visit
Nov 15, 2021Inspection3 rules cited
745.8641 - Requirements during evaluation or probation
“Conditions of probation were evaluated today and not all conditions were met. The daily maintenance checklist form was last updated on 10/29/21. The daily infant nap form was last updated on 10/29/21. The remainder of the conditions were met.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 30, 2021
747.501(8) - Written Operational Policies - Promotion of Physical Activity
“The parent handbook provided at the time of inspection did not include information regarding the promotion of physical activity including: (A) The duration of physical activity at your home, both indoor and outdoor; (B) The recommended clothing and footwear that will allow a child to participate freely and safely in physical activities; and (C) A plan to ensure physical activity occurs on days when extreme weather conditions prohibit or limit outdoor time.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 23, 2021
747.501(7) - Written Operational Policies - Animals
“The parent handbook provided at the time of inspection did not include information regarding animals at the home.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 22, 2021
Oct 27, 2021Inspection1 rule cited
747.801(3) - Records Maintained and Made Available - Personnel and Training
“Training records for the primary caregiver for the annual training period of 2020 were unavailable for review at the time of inspection.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 12, 2021
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FAQ
Questions about Karen's Kritters
Is Karen's Kritters licensed?
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued July 21, 2016.
When was Karen's Kritters last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on February 9, 2026, with 6 rules cited. It lists 3 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Karen's Kritters had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 6 rules across 1 of 3 visits in the last 3 years; 6 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 Karen's Kritters care for?
12, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Karen's Kritters accept child care subsidies?
The state record does not list it as accepting subsidies. Ask the provider directly.
What are Karen's Kritters' 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 Karen's Kritters cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (713) 822-3629 to ask.
What is Karen's Kritters' phone number?
(713) 822-3629.
Where is Karen's Kritters?
Hockley, TX 77447. It is a home daycare, so the provider shares the street address with families directly.