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Pasadena, TX 77504 · infants to school-age · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
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Kid N Play Learning Academy is a licensed child care center in Pasadena, Texas. The state has permitted it since February 9, 2026, for up to 94 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 6:30 PM. It describes its programs: after-school care, before-school care, drop-in / hourly care and full-time care. It says it provides meals. It lists weekly tuition from $95 to $200.
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 7 visits in the last 3 years and cited 13 rules across 4 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
Hours
| Monday | 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 |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
| Ages | Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license. It lists: 6 weeks to 12 years old |
|---|---|
| Programs | After-school care, before-school care, drop-in / hourly care, full-time care and summer camp |
| Staff | Background checks; training in child supervision, safety procedures, and age-appropriate care |
| Daily life | Meals provided; Snacks provided |
| Discounts | Sibling Discounts: 10% discount is available |
| Licensed capacity | 94 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Kid N Play Learning Academy lists weekly tuition from $95 to $200. 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).
| Weekly · program, in its own words | Price |
|---|---|
| 2 YEAR OLDS | $180 |
| 3 YEAR OLDS | $160 |
| 4 & 5 YEAR OLDS (Pre-School) | $150 |
| 18 MONTHS - 23 MONTHS | $190 |
| BEFORE & AFTER SCHOOL CARE: Pasadena Area | $95 |
| INFANTS (6 Weeks TO 17 Months) | $200 |
| Daily · program, in its own words | Price |
|---|---|
| EXTRA COST FOR CLOSED SCHOOL DAYS | $15 |
| DROP IN CARE | $60 a day |
| SUMMER & SCHOOL BREAKS (After Schoolers) | $150 a week |
State record
7 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Sep 8, 2026: 5 rules cited
Rules cited on 4 of 7 visits · 13 rules in all · 10 corrected
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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746.201(4) - Designating Director
“The operation does not have a listed director as of 7/14/2026.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 16, 2026
746.3701(1) - Safety - Electrical Outlets Covered
“The outlet in the twos classrooms was observed cracked. Note: A photo was taken.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 15, 2026
746.3407(8) - Garbage Inaccessible to Children; Maintained in Sanitary Manner
“A diaper was observed in a trash can without a lid. Note: A photo was taken and this was corrected during the inspection.”
Corrected during the visit
746.4911(a) - Installation of Unitary Surfacing Materials - to Manufacturer's Specifications
“The playground was observed with grass growing through the unitary surfacing material. Note: A photo was taken during the inspection.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 29, 2026
746.3701(9) - Safety - Bodies of Water Inaccessible to Children
“A splash day slip and slide was observed on the playground with water. Note: A photo was taken.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 15, 2026
746.2401(6) - Basic Requirements for Infants - Free from Choking Objects That May Cause Choking in Infants or Toddlers
“A two month old infant was observed sleeping inside of a crib with a beaded pacifier clip. Note: A photo was taken and the pacifier clip removed.”
The state verified the correction on May 26, 2026
746.2426(a)(2) - Infant May Not Sleep in a Restrictive Device - Remove the infant from the device and place the infant in a crib as soon as possible
“A ten month old infant was observed sleeping in a swing. Note: A picture was taken and the infant removed from the swing.”
The state verified the correction on May 26, 2026
746.2505(4)(C) - Furnishings and Equipment for Toddlers - Never Allow Toddlers to Sleep or Walk With Bottles and Training Cups
“A 18 month old infant was observed sleeping with a cup. Note: A photo was taken and this was corrected during the inspection.”
The state verified the correction on May 26, 2026
746.3407(11) - Sanitize Tables Tops, Furniture and Similar Equipment
“One toilet in the boys restroom was observed with excrement and bodily fluid. Note: A photo was taken of the restroom.”
The state verified the correction on May 26, 2026
746.1316(a) - Transportation Safety Training -Director and Employee Complete 2 Hours Annually
“One caregiver that transports afterschool children did not have the required transportation training certificate on file.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 3, 2026
746.5617(a)(1) - Required Equipment in Vehicles - List of Children
“The list of children transported was not available for review.”
The state verified the correction on May 26, 2026
746.3407(9) - Floors, ceilings and Walls in Good Repair and Clean
“A hole was observed in the wall located in the boys bathroom. Note: A photo was taken.”
The state verified the correction on May 20, 2026
746.2419(7) - Requirements for Feeding Infants - No Walking or Sleeping with Bottle or Cup
“A 17 month old infant was observed sleeping with a cup. Note: A photo was taken and this was corrected during the inspection.”
The state verified the correction on May 20, 2026
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FAQ
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued February 9, 2026.
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on September 8, 2026, with 5 rules cited. It lists 7 visits in the last 3 years.
Yes. Inspectors cited 13 rules across 4 of 7 visits in the last 3 years; 10 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.
94, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
The state record does not list it as accepting subsidies. Ask the provider directly.
Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 6:30 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
Weekly tuition from $95 to $200, as it lists it.
(832) 672-4784.
1803 Kenwick Pl, Pasadena, TX 77504. The nearest other daycare we list is Hoa Thi Vu, 0.5 miles away.