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Little Explorers Academy

19433 TC Jester Blvd Building C, Spring, TX 77379
licensed capacity
207
open each week
5 days
a week, county median
$185
year first permitted
2019
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About

About Little Explorers Academy

Little Explorers Academy is a licensed child care center in Spring, Texas. The state has permitted it since August 23, 2019, for up to 207 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.

It is open Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM. It describes a Faith-based, Montessori, Play-based, Reggio Emilia and STEM / STEAM approach, with full-time care, infant care, pre-k and preschool.

Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 23 visits in the last 3 years and cited 3 rules across 3 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

InfantsMontessoriPreschool / pre-KSchool-ageSummer campFaith-basedSTEM / STEAMAccepts child care subsidyOpens before 7 AM

Ages served: infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children

From the state license. Ages it lists: six (6) weeks to 12 years old
Ask when you call: rates, current openings and staff-to-child ratio.
Type
Child care center
Ages
Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
Hours today
Closed today
Licensed capacity
207 children

Hours

Hours

Monday6:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Tuesday6:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Wednesday6:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Thursday6:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Friday6:00 AM to 6:00 PM
SaturdayNot listed
SundayTodayNot listed
From the state license

Programs

Programs and care

AgesInfants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license. It lists: Six (6) weeks to 12 years old
ProgramsFull-time care, infant care, pre-k, preschool, special-needs / inclusion care, summer camp and toddler care
ApproachFaith-based, Montessori, Play-based, Reggio Emilia, STEM / STEAM
CurriculumTEKS Standards, Circle Curricula, Frog Street Curricula, MONTESSORI Inspired, REGGIO EMILIA Inspired, and STEAM
StaffCPR certified, trained in First Aid and recognition of Communicable Diseases / signs of child abuse
Child care subsidyAccepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license
Parent updatesParent app (ProCare)
AccreditationTexas Rising Star (4-STAR Level)
Licensed capacity207 childrenFrom the state license
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Cost

Tuition and costs

Little Explorers 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.
Harris County medians, full time, per week

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

County median full-time prices at centers and home daycares, U.S. Department of Labor, National Database of Childcare Prices, 2022 (the latest year). Not this daycare's rates; prices have risen since.

State record

Inspection reports for Little Explorers Academy

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
Full Permit
Capacity
207 children
Ages
Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
Permit issued
2019
License number
#1687543
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Summary

23 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jul 10, 2026: no rules cited

Rules cited on 3 of 23 visits · 3 rules in all · 3 corrected

  • Discipline and child guidance 2
  • 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.

The state lists conditions on this permit.

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See all 30 visits
  1. Jul 10, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  2. Mar 31, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  3. Mar 13, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  4. Feb 20, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  5. Feb 17, 2026Complaint investigation1 rule cited
    • Discipline and child guidanceHigh risk

      746.1201(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control

      “Based on video footage obtained, one staff member was observed grabbing an infant in an aggressive manner when she moved the infant from one area to the carpeted area and quickly turned the infant's body to the mirrored shelf. The staff grabbed the infant’s left arm in attempt to prevent the child from maneuvering from placement.”

      The state verified the correction on Mar 31, 2026

  6. Jul 16, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  7. Oct 15, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  8. Oct 10, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  9. Oct 4, 2024VisitNo rules cited
  10. Sep 27, 2024VisitNo rules cited
Show 20 earlier visits
  1. Aug 23, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  2. Aug 21, 2024VisitNo rules cited
  3. Aug 20, 2024VisitNo rules cited
  4. Jul 18, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
    • Health, medication and illnessMedium High risk

      746.3819 - Food Allergy Emergency Plan Signed by Parents and Health Care Professional

      “There was not food allergy/emergency plan observed for one child enrolled with documented allergies. The child's enrollment form addressed diagnosed allergies, but did not include the health care professional signature, and/or parent signature. The child's enrollment date was 05/28/24.”

      The state verified the correction on Jul 23, 2024

  5. Jul 1, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  6. Jun 7, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  7. Jun 3, 2024VisitNo rules cited
  8. May 15, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  9. May 3, 2024VisitNo rules cited
  10. Mar 15, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  11. Jan 2, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  12. Dec 19, 2023Complaint investigation1 rule cited
    • Discipline and child guidanceMedium High risk

      746.1203(5) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Interact positively with children

      “This standard was evaluated in regard to a report received and compliance was not met. A child fell to the floor as they were getting off the top of a table. The caregiver stepped over the child without assisting, acknowledging or ensuring the child was not injured.”

      The state verified the correction on Mar 15, 2024

  13. Nov 15, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
  14. Oct 31, 2023VisitNo rules cited
  15. Jul 21, 2023Inspection2 rules cited
    • Staff training and qualificationsMedium High risk

      746.1315(b) - Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric CPR

      “One staff CPR/First-Aid certification did not adhere to the guidelines of skill-based training or consist of a curriculum that incudes use of a CPR manikin.”

      The state verified the correction on Aug 9, 2023

    • Supervision and ratiosMedium High risk

      746.1205(a)(3) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know children's names and ages

      “Two staff observed in the kitchen area was not aware of the ages of the youngest child in care. The youngest child in care was introduced as 6 months when the proper age is 14 months of age. The caregiver in the Infant 3 classroom was not aware of the age of the youngest child in care. Operation staff was provided proper ages of children/infants in which they were responsible for.”

      Corrected during the visit

  16. Nov 16, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
  17. Nov 10, 2022VisitNo rules cited
  18. Aug 9, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
  19. Feb 2, 2022Inspection2 rules cited
    • Background checksHigh risk

      745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation

      “A caregiver was allowed to have direct access to the children prior to having a background check ran. Note- This was corrected during the inspection when the caregiver was sent home until the results of the background check are received.”

      Corrected during the visit

    • Building, equipment and play areasMedium High risk

      746.4901(a) - Active Play Surfacing In Use Zones - Loose Fill or Unitary Surfacing

      “A climbing structure that includes two small slides was not placed on loose fill or unitary surfacing.”

      The state verified the correction on Feb 8, 2022

  20. Jan 27, 2022VisitNo rules cited

Copied from Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation on October 1, 2026; the state's records start around Sep 2021. Rule wording, severity and dates are the state's.

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FAQ

Questions about Little Explorers Academy

Is Little Explorers Academy licensed?

Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued August 23, 2019.

When was Little Explorers Academy last inspected?

Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on July 10, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 23 visits in the last 3 years.

Has Little Explorers Academy had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 3 rules across 3 of 23 visits in the last 3 years; 3 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 Little Explorers Academy care for?

207, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.

Does Little Explorers Academy accept child care subsidies?

Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.

What are Little Explorers Academy's hours?

Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.

How much does Little Explorers Academy cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (281) 547-8989 to ask.

What is Little Explorers Academy's phone number?

(281) 547-8989.

Where is Little Explorers Academy?

19433 TC Jester Blvd Building C, Spring, TX 77379.

Sources: Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation (license and visits) · U.S. Department of Labor, 2022 (county prices).