Kim Chi Vu
Houston, TX 77099 · infants to school-age · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Kids Town Academy
- licensed capacity
- 85
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $185
- year first permitted
- 1998
We are a directory, not the daycare. We cannot hold a spot, enroll a child or answer questions about care.
Own this daycare? Claim it
About
About Kids Town Academy
Kids Town Academy is a licensed child care center in Houston, Texas. The state has permitted it since January 30, 1998, for up to 85 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 7:00 PM.
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 8 visits in the last 3 years and cited 13 rules across 5 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsSchool-ageAccepts child care subsidyOpens before 7 AMOpen until 7 PM
Ages served: infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
6 wk
6 mo
1
2
3
4
5
6
8
10
12 yr
Ask when you call: rates, current openings, staff-to-child ratio and teacher qualifications.
- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 85 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 6:00 AM to 7:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:00 AM to 7:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:00 AM to 7:00 PM |
| Thursday | 6:00 AM to 7:00 PM |
| Friday | 6:00 AM to 7:00 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 | 85 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Kids Town 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 Kids Town Academy
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Full Permit
- Capacity
- 85 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Permit issued
- 1998
- License number
- #532477
Summary
8 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jul 24, 2026: 3 rules cited
Rules cited on 5 of 8 visits · 13 rules in all · 13 corrected
- Safety and hazards 3
- Records and paperwork 3
- Supervision and ratios 2
- Health, medication and illness 1
- Building, equipment and play areas 1
- Discipline and child guidance 1
- Safe sleep 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.
The state lists conditions on this permit.
Own this daycare? Add your response to the state record
See all 21 visits
Jul 24, 2026Inspection3 rules cited
746.3401(a) - Annual Sanitation Inspection
“The last sanitation inspection was completed 4/30/2025.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 31, 2026
746.5307(b) - Fire Extinguishers Serviced
“Four of the operations fire extinguishers are in need of servicing.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 17, 2026
746.5307(a) - Inspect Fire Extinguishers Monthly
“Operations Form 7263 was reviewed for the year 2026 and shows there have been no monthly fire extinguisher inspections.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 17, 2026
Apr 6, 2026Inspection2 rules cited
746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
“The faucet handle in the toddler restroom is broken.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 7, 2026
746.5103 - Documentation of Fire Inspection
“Documentation of the most recent fire inspection was not available for review during this inspection.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 7, 2026
Feb 16, 2026Complaint investigation1 rule cited
746.2805(3) - Prohibited Punishments - Grabbing and Pulling
“Based on the information obtained during the investigation, it was determined the director of the operation grabbed a child in care.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 6, 2026
- Aug 11, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Jul 30, 2025Inspection5 rules cited
746.603(a) - Children's Records Maintained
“Records were evaluated for eight children enrolled and the following was determined: The admission date is needed for three children. Four children need a special needs statement. Two children need emergency care information. One child needed authorization for emergency medical treatment. Five children need a health statement. Immunization records are needed for four children. Three children need emergency contact information.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 11, 2025
746.4503(b) - Cots, Beds, Mats Labeled With Child's Name
“Children were observed sleeping on numbered nap mats. The number/child assignment map posted was not followed in the two's and Pre-K classrooms.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 5, 2025
746.1605(1) - Child/Caregiver Ratio - 18 Months Difference in Age
“During today's inspection I observed 6 children in the infant room. The youngest child was four months old and the oldest in the room was 23 months old. The oldest child was 19 months older than the youngest child. Note: The operation removed the oldest child from the room.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 11, 2025
746.2421(b) - Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days
“Written feeding instructions for one infant not yet on table food was last updated 06/24/2025.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 5, 2025
746.1205(a)(2) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know number of children responsible for
“The caregiver in the Pre-K room was not aware of the number of children responsible for. The caregiver stated 18 children ages 3-5 years old were present. The children in the room were counted and a total of 19 children were present. The caregiver in the School Age room was not aware of the number of children present. The caregiver stated 26 children ages 5-10 years old were present. The children were counted and it showed 27 children were present.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 11, 2025
- Apr 9, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Aug 6, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Nov 2, 2023Visit2 rules cited
746.201(1) - Policies Comply with Rules
“The operational policies were reviewed and the following written policies are needed: -Instructions for parents to contact the local office. -Illness and Exclusion Criteria. -Enrollment Procedures -Procedures for parents to review a copy of the child-care center's most recent Licensing inspection report and how the parent may access the minimum standards online -Safe Sleep for Infants. -Immunization requirements. -Preventing and Responding to Abuse and Neglect. -The parent handbook indicates two hours of screen time is allowed, however per minimum standards, one hour of screen time is allowed. -Discipline and Guidance -Abuse and Neglect -Promotion of Indoor and Outdoor Activities -Procedures for supporting inclusive services to children with special care needs.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 3, 2023
746.603(a) - Children's Records Maintained
“Records were evaluated for eight children enrolled and the following was determined: Four children enrolled needed a special needs statement. One child needed a health statement signed by a physician. One child enrolled needed a food allergy emergency plan signed by the parent and physician. One child needed an updated immunization record.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 3, 2023
Sep 19, 2023Inspection5 rules cited
746.801(12) - Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Sanitation Inspection Report
“The most recent sanitation inspection was not available for review during this inspection.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 12, 2023
746.3701 - Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
“The fence around the outdoor playground is in need of repair.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 25, 2023
746.901 - Required Personnel Records
“Personnel records were evaluated for eight staff members and the following was determined: Documentation showing one caregiver meets minimum educational requirements is needed. A notarized affidavit is needed for two staff members. Background check letters of eligibility is needed for eight staff members. Three staff members need photo identification.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 13, 2023
746.201(1) - Policies Comply with Rules
“The operational policies were reviewed and the following written policies are needed: -Instructions for parents to contact the local office, abuse and neglect hotline. -Illness and Exclusion Policy. -Procedures for parents to review a copy of the child-care center's most recent Licensing inspection report and how the parent may access the minimum standards online -Safe Sleep for Infants. -Hearing and Vision screenings. -Immunization requirements. -Vaccine Preventable Disease for Employees -Preventing and Responding to Abuse and Neglect. -The parent handbook indicates two hours of screen time is allowed, however per minimum standards, one hour of screen time is allowed.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 2, 2023
746.603(a) - Children's Records Maintained
“Records were evaluated for eight children enrolled and the following was determined: Five children enrolled needed a special needs statement. One child needed a health statement signed by a physician. One child needed authorization for emergency medical care. One child enrolled needed a food allergy emergency plan signed by the parent and physician. An admission form for one child enrolled was not available for review.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 2, 2023
- Jul 20, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
Show 11 earlier visits
Jul 13, 2023Inspection2 rules cited
746.1205(a)(2) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know number of children responsible for
“The caregiver in the school age classroom was unaware of the number of children present. The caregiver stated nine children were present, however eleven were present in the room.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 20, 2023
746.631(a) - Sign-in and Sign-out Tracking System
“The sign in and out logs were reviewed during today's inspection. Ten of eleven children were signed in the after school classroom.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 20, 2023
Jun 13, 2023Inspection2 rules cited
746.4501(b) - Chairs - Safety Straps Used if Required by Manufacturer
“A ten month old was observed seated in a high chair. The safety straps were not fastened.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 13, 2023
746.631(a) - Sign-in and Sign-out Tracking System
“The sign in and out logs were reviewed during today's inspection. The sign in and out log for the infant classroom showed four of nine infants were signed in. Six of ten children were signed in the after school classroom.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 13, 2023
- Jun 2, 2023VisitNo rules cited
- Jun 2, 2023VisitNo rules cited
- May 19, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
May 4, 2023Inspection2 rules cited
746.201(11) - AP Ensure total number of children both at & away from center within capacity
“The operation has a current infant capacity of nine. During today's inspection a total of ten infants ages 3 months, 3 months, 3 months, 7 months, 7 months, 7 months, 7 months, 10 months, 11 months, and 15 months. The operation was over the infant capacity by one infant.”
The state verified the correction on May 19, 2023
746.1201(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
“A caregiver was observed lifting children under two years old by one arm during this inspection.”
The state verified the correction on May 19, 2023
Apr 19, 2023Inspection2 rules cited
746.631(a) - Sign-in and Sign-out Tracking System
“The sign in and out log was reviewed in the Pre-K classroom and showed 11 of 16 children signed in. The sign in and out log was reviewed in the Two's and Three's classroom and showed 13 of 14 children signed in. Note: This was corrected during inspection.”
Corrected during the visit
746.1205(a)(2) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know number of children responsible for
“A caregiver responsible for a group of children ages 3 months-18 months was unaware of the number of children present. The caregiver stated six children were present, however nine were counted in the area. A caregiver responsible for a group of children ages 3-5 years old. The children were counted and the caregiver was informed sixteen were present.”
The state verified the correction on May 4, 2023
- Apr 10, 2023VisitNo rules cited
- Oct 21, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
Sep 26, 2022Inspection3 rules cited
746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
“Upon arrival, one caregiver was caring for five infants ages 3 months, 3 months, 7 months, 7 months, and 9 months. The specified age group is 0-11 months. The maximum number of children one caregiver may supervise for this age group is 4. The caregiver was over ratio by one child.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 21, 2022
746.613(b) - Immunization Records, Exceptions, and Exemptions Current
“Updated immunization records are needed for two children in care.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 6, 2022
746.631(a) - Sign-in and Sign-out Tracking System
“The sign in and out log was review during this inspection and showed 16 of 20 children signed in. Note: This was corrected during inspection.”
Corrected during the visit
- Oct 4, 2021InspectionNo rules cited
Reviews
Parent reviews
No parent reviews yet
If your child goes or went here, your review helps other parents. We check every review against our review guidelines.
Daycares near Kids Town Academy
Allbright Academy
12321 Bissonnet St, Houston, TX
4.2· 10 reviews
Laura Kids Academy
12450 Bissonnet St Ste 110, Houston, TX
5.0· 2 reviews
Stebeck Kiddies Club
11959 Bissonnet St, Houston, TX
Attitude Respect N Manners Learning Center
9755 S Kirkwood Rd Ste K, Houston, TX
America's Choice Child Care
11855 Bissonnet St, Houston, TX
4.8· 50 reviews
Omega Academy of Excellence
11796 S Glen Dr, Houston, TX
Thi Vo
Houston, TX 77099 · toddlers to school-age · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Maria Lopez
Houston, TX 77099 · infants to school-age · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
FAQ
Questions about Kids Town Academy
Is Kids Town Academy licensed?
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued January 30, 1998.
When was Kids Town Academy last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on July 24, 2026, with 3 rules cited. It lists 8 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Kids Town Academy had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 13 rules across 5 of 8 visits in the last 3 years; 13 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 Town Academy care for?
85, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Kids Town Academy accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Kids Town Academy's hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 7:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Kids Town Academy cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (281) 495-5008 to ask.
What is Kids Town Academy's phone number?
(281) 495-5008.
Where is Kids Town Academy?
12222 Bissonnet St, Houston, TX 77099. The nearest other daycare we list is Allbright Academy, 0.1 miles away.