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Richwood, TX 77531 · infants to school-age · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Lake Jackson Childcare Center
- licensed capacity
- 97
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $185
- year first permitted
- 2024
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About
About Lake Jackson Childcare Center
Lake Jackson Childcare Center is a licensed child care center in Lake Jackson, Texas. The state has permitted it since March 6, 2024, for up to 97 children, serving infants, toddlers, 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 11 rules across 5 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
- 6:00 AM to 6:30 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 97 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 | Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 97 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Lake Jackson Childcare Center has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Brazoria 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 Lake Jackson Childcare Center
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Full Permit
- Capacity
- 97 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Permit issued
- 2024
- License number
- #1781697
Summary
9 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Mar 5, 2026: 1 rule cited
Rules cited on 5 of 9 visits · 11 rules in all · 11 corrected
- Building, equipment and play areas 4
- Food and nutrition 2
- Health, medication and illness 2
- Records and paperwork 1
- Supervision and ratios 1
- Safe sleep 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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Mar 5, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
“During the walk around of the operation I observed 2 active ant hills.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 12, 2026
Mar 11, 2025Inspection6 rules cited
746.605(6) - Required Admission Information - Emergency Contact
“One child's file had the mother as the emergency contact instead of an alternate adult. Note: The director spoke to the mother and was able to update the contact person.”
Corrected during the visit
746.4907(d) - Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Proper Depth Maintained
“The loose fill in the use zones of both climbing structures needs to be maintained as there is grass and weeds growing through the loose fill. Also the loose fill needs to be maintained to ensure the 6 inches of depth.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 21, 2025
746.3407(9) - Floors, ceilings and Walls in Good Repair and Clean
“Two classrooms had paint chipping on the walls.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 21, 2025
746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
“On the playground the following was observed: Several Broken little tyke cars were observed on the playground. A tunnel toy was observed with the tunnel part caved in and broken. The slide on the large play structure was cracked and broken at the exit of the slide. The small play structure had rusted platforms. The tick tack toe toy had several cracked and broken parts. The yellow truck stationary equipment had paint peeling.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 21, 2025
746.2421(b) - Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days
“The feeding instructions for one infant have not been updated within the last 30 days.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 21, 2025
746.613(b) - Immunization Records, Exceptions, and Exemptions Current
“One child's file did not have the original exemption affidavit. One child's file did not have an exemption affidavit; however, there was a written exemption request.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 14, 2025
- Nov 1, 2024VisitNo rules cited
- Oct 9, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Sep 25, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
746.1203(3)(D) - Personal use of electronic devices, such as cell phones, MP3 players, tablets, and video games
“A caregiver was observed using their cell phone while responsible for supervising children in care.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 9, 2024
746.3503(a) - Diaper Changing Equipment - Smooth, Non-absorbent, Easy to Clean Surface
“In the infants, wobblers and 2's classroom the changing table mat had rips in them. Photos were taken.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 26, 2024
Feb 1, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
746.2421(b) - Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days
“Two infant feeding sheets were not updated within the 30-day requirements.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 2, 2024
- Jan 9, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Dec 29, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
746.2207(c)(4) - Screen Time Activities - Not Used During Eating or Rest Times
“A caregiver was observed using their cell phone while responsible for supervising children in care.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 9, 2024
- Nov 3, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
- Jul 28, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
Show 1 earlier visit
Jul 11, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
746.4501(b) - Chairs - Safety Straps Used if Required by Manufacturer
“In the infant classroom an infant was sitting at the high table chair not strapped in. A photo was taken of the infant. The caregiver strapped the infant in. A photo was taken.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 28, 2023
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FAQ
Questions about Lake Jackson Childcare Center
Is Lake Jackson Childcare Center licensed?
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued March 6, 2024.
When was Lake Jackson Childcare Center last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on March 5, 2026, with 1 rule cited. It lists 9 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Lake Jackson Childcare Center had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 11 rules across 5 of 9 visits in the last 3 years; 11 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 Lake Jackson Childcare Center care for?
97, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Lake Jackson Childcare Center accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Lake Jackson Childcare Center's 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 Lake Jackson Childcare Center cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (979) 297-1662 to ask.
What is Lake Jackson Childcare Center's phone number?
(979) 297-1662.
Where is Lake Jackson Childcare Center?
203 Plantation Dr, Lake Jackson, TX 77566. The nearest other daycare we list is EduFun Learning Center, under 0.1 miles away.