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Pasadena, TX 77502 · infants to school-age · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Kids First of Pasadena
- licensed capacity
- 95
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $185
- year first permitted
- 2023
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About
About Kids First of Pasadena
Kids First of Pasadena is a licensed child care center in Pasadena, Texas. The state has permitted it since February 10, 2023, for up to 95 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM.
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 17 visits in the last 3 years and cited 12 rules across 6 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsSchool-ageAccepts 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
- 95 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 6:30 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 |
|---|---|
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 95 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Kids First of Pasadena 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 Kids First of Pasadena
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Full Permit
- Capacity
- 95 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Permit issued
- 2023
- License number
- #1734327
Summary
17 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Sep 29, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 6 of 17 visits · 12 rules in all · 12 corrected
- Transportation 4
- Records and paperwork 3
- Supervision and ratios 2
- Discipline and child guidance 1
- Staff training and qualifications 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.
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See all 27 visits
- Sep 29, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
May 18, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
746.305(a)(7) - Report Change in Controlling Person
“The operation's Designee must be added as a controlling person through daycare portal or completing Controlling Person Request form 2760.”
The state verified the correction on May 26, 2026
- May 15, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- May 15, 2026VisitNo rules cited
- Mar 12, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Mar 2, 2026VisitNo rules cited
- Nov 17, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Nov 13, 2025Complaint investigation1 rule cited
746.1201(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
“Based on information gathered through interviews it was determined that caregivers failed to demonstrate self-control when they were found to have used profanity in front of children in care.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 16, 2025
Nov 5, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
746.203(2) - Liability Insurance Requirements - Provide Proof of Coverage Annually by Anniversary Date of Issuance
“The operation failed to provide proof of coverage annually by anniversary date of issuance.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 5, 2025
- Apr 1, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Show 17 earlier visits
- Mar 12, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Feb 13, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Feb 6, 2025VisitNo rules cited
Nov 7, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
746.5617(a)(5) - Required Equipment in Vehicles - Fire Extinguisher
“The fire extinguisher in the van indicated that it was empty needs to be replaced. Note: corrected during inspection.”
Corrected during the visit
746.1107(2) - Additional Minimum Qualifications for Caregivers - HS Diploma, Equivalent, Certification of Completion
“It was determined caregiver does not have high school diploma or high school equivalent certificate.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 19, 2024
- Mar 27, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Mar 12, 2024Inspection3 rules cited
746.1205(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
“Upon arrival at the center the front door was opened by a caregiver exiting the kitchen area. There were 4-children, ages 18 months to 4 yrs old, napping in a classroom without a caregiver being present.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 27, 2024
746.1613(a)(4) - Naptime Child/Caregiver Ratio - Additional Employee Required
“There was only staff present in the building during nap time.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 27, 2024
746.3003 - Field Trips - Notification to Parents
“A notice was not posted informing parents of the departure and return times for the field trip children attended today.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 27, 2024
Feb 26, 2024Inspection4 rules cited
746.5617(a)(5) - Required Equipment in Vehicles - Fire Extinguisher
“The personal vehicle used for transportation is not equipped with a fire extinguisher.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 14, 2024
746.4003(a) - First Aid Kit - Incomplete Kit
“The First Aid Kit in the personal vehicle used for transportation does not have a thermometer.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 14, 2024
746.5607(a)(1) - Child Passenger Safety Seat System - Meet federal standards
“A seat that did not meet the required federal safety guidelines was being used as a booster seat when transporting children. A picture was taken.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 14, 2024
746.5617(a)(1) - Required Equipment in Vehicles - List of Children
“The personal vehicle used for transportation does not have a list of the children being transported each day.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 14, 2024
Aug 16, 2023Inspection2 rules cited
746.1107(2) - Additional Minimum Qualifications for Caregivers - HS Diploma, Equivalent, Certification of Completion
“One out of two employee files did not have a high school diploma in the employee file. This is going to be corrected by the employee getting the diploma and putting it in the file and sending a copy to Licensing.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 21, 2023
746.5101(a) - Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
“The fire inspection expired on 2-22-2023. The Director is going to get the fire inspection done.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 17, 2023
- Jan 26, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
Jan 18, 2023Inspection2 rules cited
746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
“During the walk through, it was observed there were roaches in rooms, dust and debris on the floors and tables. Food items and containers left open accessible to children. Chemical items accessible to children and stored near formula milk,and equipment were not sanitized. Dirty diapers disposed openly with odor inside the trash can. Two toilet(s) were observe clogged with paper towels and red items that are unidentified. Photos were taken during the walk through.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 26, 2023
746.2419(6) - Requirements for Feeding Infants - Label Bottles/Cups
“Infant bottle used was not label. Another bottle that was observe in the kitchen was not label.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 26, 2023
Jan 5, 2023Inspection7 rules cited
746.3415(4) - Employee Handwashing After Diapering a Child
“Caregiver change two children's diaper, and did not wash her hands right after changing the children. Note: It was corrected during inspection.”
Corrected during the visit
746.5617(a)(6) - Required Equipment in Vehicles - First-aid Kit
“Personal Vehicle use for transportation, there was no First Aid Kit inside the vehicle.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 18, 2023
746.301(7) - Notification of Additional Services Offered
“Director did not notify that Transportation was being used. Personal vehicle was used to transport children. Note: Vehicle was evaluated and transportation was added at inspection.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 18, 2023
746.3417(3) - Children Handwashing After Toileting or Diapering
“Caregiver changed one toddler and one infant at the changing station, but did not was wash their hands after. Note: Corrections were made at inspection.”
Corrected during the visit
746.5617(a)(5) - Required Equipment in Vehicles - Fire Extinguisher
“Personal vehicle use for transportation, there was no Fire Extinguisher inside.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 18, 2023
746.4901(a) - Active Play Surfacing In Use Zones - Loose Fill or Unitary Surfacing
“Climbing structure did not have surfacing underneth,nor around it.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 18, 2023
746.3407(12) - Mark Cleaning Supplies, Toxic Materials; Keep Separate from Food and Inaccessible to Children
“Cleaning Products were accessible to children. Note: This was corrected at inspection, Cleaning Chemicals were stored out of reach children.”
Corrected during the visit
- Oct 14, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
- Jul 28, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
- Jul 14, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
- May 23, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
- Apr 21, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
- Feb 23, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
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FAQ
Questions about Kids First of Pasadena
Is Kids First of Pasadena licensed?
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued February 10, 2023.
When was Kids First of Pasadena last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on September 29, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 17 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Kids First of Pasadena had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 12 rules across 6 of 17 visits in the last 3 years; 12 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 Kids First of Pasadena care for?
95, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Kids First of Pasadena accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Kids First of Pasadena's hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Kids First of Pasadena cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (713) 505-1276 to ask.
What is Kids First of Pasadena's phone number?
(713) 505-1276.
Where is Kids First of Pasadena?
2722 Pasadena Blvd, Pasadena, TX 77502. The nearest other daycare we list is Pals Activity Center, 1.1 miles away.