Krayola Kidz
2200 Spears Rd Ste 180, Houston, TX
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KCE Champions LLC @ IDEA Spears
- licensed capacity
- 120
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $167
- year first permitted
- 2024
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About
About KCE Champions LLC @ IDEA Spears
KCE Champions LLC @ IDEA Spears is a licensed child care center in Houston, Texas. The state has permitted it since January 17, 2024, for up to 120 children, serving preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 6:30 PM.
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 9 visits in the last 3 years and cited 34 rules across 9 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
School-ageAccepts child care subsidyOpens before 7 AM
Ages served: preschoolers and school-age children
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- 6:00 AM to 6:30 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 120 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 6:00 AM to 6:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:00 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:00 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Thursday | 6:00 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Friday | 6:00 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 120 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
KCE Champions LLC @ IDEA Spears has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time preschool care at a child care center in Harris County has a median price of $167 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 KCE Champions LLC @ IDEA Spears
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Full Permit
- Capacity
- 120 children
- Ages
- Preschoolers and school-age children
- Permit issued
- 2024
- License number
- #1776716
Summary
9 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit May 20, 2026: 3 rules cited
Rules cited on 9 of 9 visits · 34 rules in all · 34 corrected
- Records and paperwork 14
- Staff training and qualifications 8
- Safety and hazards 6
- Building, equipment and play areas 2
- Health, medication and illness 1
- Background checks 1
- Supervision and ratios 1
- Other rules 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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May 20, 2026Inspection3 rules cited
744.2517(1) - Children Handwashing Before Eating
“Children did not wash their hands before eating their snack.”
Corrected during the visit
744.3113(b) - Maintenance Procedures for Active Play - Monthly Maintenance Checklist
“A checklist is not being used to document checks of the playground.”
The state verified the correction on May 22, 2026
744.605(6) - Required Admission Information-Emergency Contact
“Of the 10 children;'s records evaluated, 7 lacked the address of the emergency contact.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 11, 2026
Mar 31, 2026Inspection2 rules cited
744.603(a)(2) - Children's Records - Admission Information
“A follow-up inspection was conducted and compliance was not met. This deficiency is being recited. Of the 10 children's records evaluated, the following information was missing: 1. Nine lacked the parent's name, address and telephone number. 2. One record lacked the address for the emergency contact. 3. Nine lacked the name, address and phone number of the emergency contact. 4. Nine lacked the name and phone number of persons the child can be released to. 5. Nine lacked the name, address and phone number of the child's doctor. 6. Nine lacked authorization for emergency medical care. 7. Nine records lacked information regarding any special needs the child may have.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 15, 2026
745.651(1) - Background Check Validation - You must inactivate a subject who is no longer associated with your operation within 7 days of leaving
“Background checks for staff no longer working for the operation has not been inactivated.”
The state verified the correction on May 11, 2026
Feb 12, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
744.603(a)(2) - Children's Records - Admission Information
“Of the 10 children's records evaluated, the following information was missing: 1. Nine lacked the parent's name, address and telephone number. 2. One record lacked the address for the emergency contact. 3. Nine lacked the name, address and phone number of the emergency contact. 4. Nine lacked the name and phone number of persons the child can be released to. 5. Nine lacked the name, address and phone number of the child's doctor. 6. Nine lacked authorization for emergency medical care. 7. Nine records lacked information regarding any special needs the child may have.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 31, 2026
Jan 22, 2026Inspection11 rules cited
744.3559(3) - Sheltering Drills for Lock-Down-4 times in a calendar year
“The operation is not shelter in place/lock down drills four times in a calendar year.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 29, 2026
744.3559(2) - Sheltering Drill for Severe Weather- 4 times in a calendar year
“The oepration is not conducting severe weather drills 4 times in a calendar year.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 29, 2026
744.801(1) - Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Children's Records
“Children's records were not on the premises for review.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 12, 2026
744.1005(a)(1) - Director Responsibilities - Operate in Compliance
“The operation director is not ensuring the operation is being ran in compliance with Minimum Standards, rules and laws. This is based on the deficiencies cited during the monitoring inspections conducted in 2024 and 2025.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 12, 2026
744.603(a)(6) - Children's Records - Sign-in and Sign-out Logs
“The operation is not documenting the arrival time, departure time and the name of the person signing each child in and out.”
Corrected during the visit
744.3113(b) - Maintenance Procedures for Active Play - Monthly Maintenance Checklist
“The monthly checks of the playground have not been documented since February 2025.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 29, 2026
744.2507(10) - Mark Cleaning Supplies, Toxic Materials; Keep Separate from Food and Inaccessible to Children
“Cleaning supplies are stored in a cabinet that does not lock making them accessible to children.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 29, 2026
744.1309(d) - Documented Annual Training-Required Topics in Health and Safety
“A caregiver did not receive training in communicable diseases including immunizations, understanding building and physical premises safety and handling, storing and disposing of hazardous materials for the September 2024-September 2025 training year.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 31, 2026
744.1309(c) - Documented Annual Training-Required Topics prevention, recognition, and reporting of child maltreatment
“A caregiver did not complete a training in recognizing the signs and symptoms of abuse and neglect for the September 2024-September 2025 training year.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 31, 2026
744.3559(1) - Fire Drill Monthly - Exit in 3 Minutes
“The operation is not practicing a fire drill every month.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 29, 2026
744.1311(a) - Operation and Program Director Annual Training 20 Hours Required
“The operation director received 7 of the 20 clock hours of required training for the July 2024-July 2025 training year. The operation director will need to complete 13 clock hours of make-up training.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 31, 2026
Apr 25, 2025Visit1 rule cited
744.1311(a) - Operation and Program Director Annual Training 20 Hours Required
“As of 3/25/25, documentation for the make-up training hours has not been received. This deficiency is being recited. The director received 12 of the 20 clock hours of required training. The director will need to receive 8 clock hours of make-up training.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 10, 2025
Feb 20, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
744.1311(a) - Operation and Program Director Annual Training 20 Hours Required
“The director received 12 of the 20 clock hours of required training. The director will need to receive 8 clock hours of make-up training.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 25, 2025
744.1331(b)(5) - Documentation of Training Requirements - Trainer's Qualifications
“Training certificates do not sttae the trainer's qualifications.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 27, 2025
Jan 29, 2025Inspection9 rules cited
744.603(a) - Children's Records Maintained
“The following information was missing from the children's records: 1. Address of emergency contacts 2. Name, address and phone number of the child's doctor 3. Authorization for emergency medical care 4. Parent documentattion of any special needs the child may or may not have”
The state verified the correction on Feb 20, 2025
744.401(2) - Posting Requirements- Letter or form from the most recent licensing inspection or investigation.
“The most recent licensing inspection report was not available for review.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 20, 2025
744.401(3) - Posting Requirements-Keeping Children Safe
“The Keeping Children Safe poster was not available for review.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 20, 2025
744.401(1) - Posting Requirements-License
“The permit is not in a public and prominent location where it can be viewed.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 20, 2025
744.201(1) - Policies Comply with Rules
“The operational policies didn't include the following information: 1. Days, months and hours of operation 2. Release procedures for children 3. Meals/snacks offered 4. Inform parents of their rights 5. Procedures for parents to participate in the program events 6. Emergency Preparedness plan 7. Staff vaccination policy”
The state verified the correction on Mar 24, 2025
744.801(9) - Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Safety Documentation for Emergency Drills, Fire Extinguishers, and Smoke Detectors
“Documentation of required safety drills was not available for review.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 20, 2025
744.401(7) - Required Posting-Licensing Parent Notification Poster
“The Attention Parents poster was not available for review.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 20, 2025
744.801(2) - Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Personnel and Training Records
“Personnel and training records were not available for review.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 20, 2025
744.1205(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
“Children were not being supervised properly while children were playing on the playground. The director and caregiver sitting in chairs conversing while the children were playing.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 20, 2025
May 23, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
744.2507(10) - Mark Cleaning Supplies, Toxic Materials; Keep Separate from Food and Inaccessible to Children
“Cleaning supplies such as glass cleaner, disinfecting wipers and glass cleaner were accessible to children in care. This was corrected at inspection.”
Corrected during the visit
Dec 19, 2023Inspection4 rules cited
744.1301(1)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees - Orientation
“A follow-up inspection was conducted and compliance was not met. This defciency is being recited. One staff did not complete an orientation that covered administering medications, preventing and responding to food allergy emergencies, understanding building and premises safety and handling, storing and disposing of hazardous materials.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 21, 2023
744.901(1) - Required Personnel Records - Dates of Employment
“A follow-up inspection was conducted and compliance was not met. One file lacked the staff's hire date.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 21, 2023
744.603(a) - Children's Records Maintained
“A follow-up inspection was conducted and compliance was not met. The following information was missing": 1. Two lacked the required information regarding special needs 2. One lacked the dress for the child's doctor 3. One lacked the address for the emergency contact”
The state verified the correction on Dec 21, 2023
744.501(21) - Written Operational Policies - Instructions for Contacting DFPS and HHSC
“The opreational polices does not include the correct telephone number for the local Child Care Regualtion office and website.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 21, 2023
Oct 30, 2023Inspection5 rules cited
744.901(1) - Required Personnel Records - Dates of Employment
“The two personnel records evaluated lacked a hire date.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 19, 2023
744.1301(1)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees - Orientation
“One staff did not complete an orientation that covered administering medications, preventing and responding to food allergy emergencies, understanding building and premises safety and handling, storing and disposing of hazardous materials.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 19, 2023
744.603(a) - Children's Records Maintained
“Of the 10 children's records evaluated, the following information was missing: 1. Five lacked an admission date 2. One lacked the addresses for the emergency contacts 3. Two lacked the address and/or phone number for the child's doctor 4. All lacked the requried speical needs information 5. All lacke the required permissions for water activities”
The state verified the correction on Dec 19, 2023
744.801(2) - Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Personnel and Training Records
“A personnel file for one staff was not available for review.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 19, 2023
744.1331(c)(1)(B) - CPR and First Aid Expiration or renewal current documented
“Documentation of current First Aid and CPR training for one staff was not available for review.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 6, 2023
Show 2 earlier visits
Sep 18, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
744.2507(9) - Sanitize Table Tops, Furniture, Equipment
“Toys are only being cleaned with soap and water; they are not being sanitized. This was corrected at inspection.”
Corrected during the visit
- Jun 15, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
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FAQ
Questions about KCE Champions LLC @ IDEA Spears
Is KCE Champions LLC @ IDEA Spears licensed?
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued January 17, 2024.
When was KCE Champions LLC @ IDEA Spears last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on May 20, 2026, with 3 rules cited. It lists 9 visits in the last 3 years.
Has KCE Champions LLC @ IDEA Spears had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 34 rules across 9 of 9 visits in the last 3 years; 34 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 KCE Champions LLC @ IDEA Spears care for?
120, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve preschoolers and school-age children.
Does KCE Champions LLC @ IDEA Spears accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are KCE Champions LLC @ IDEA Spears' hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 6:30 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does KCE Champions LLC @ IDEA Spears cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (346) 551-9374 to ask.
What is KCE Champions LLC @ IDEA Spears' phone number?
(346) 551-9374.
Where is KCE Champions LLC @ IDEA Spears?
2010 Spears Rd, Houston, TX 77067. The nearest other daycare we list is Krayola Kidz, 0.2 miles away.