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Houston, TX 77082 · infants to school-age · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Living Word Academy
- licensed capacity
- 98
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $185
- year first permitted
- 2019
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About
About Living Word Academy
Living Word Academy is a licensed child care center in Houston, Texas. The state has permitted it since May 8, 2019, for up to 98 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM.
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 16 visits in the last 3 years and cited 45 rules across 11 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
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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
- 98 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Thursday | 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Friday | 6:30 AM to 6:30 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 | 98 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Living Word 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 Living Word Academy
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Full Permit
- Capacity
- 98 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Permit issued
- 2019
- License number
- #1671502
Summary
16 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Sep 25, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 11 of 16 visits · 45 rules in all · 45 corrected
- Health, medication and illness 8
- Records and paperwork 8
- Supervision and ratios 6
- Staff training and qualifications 5
- Background checks 4
- Building, equipment and play areas 4
- Transportation 4
- Discipline and child guidance 3
- Food and nutrition 1
- Safety and hazards 1
- Other rules 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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- Sep 25, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Sep 11, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Aug 28, 2026Inspection2 rules cited
745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
“An individual with a pending background check was observed to be present and given access to children prior to receiving notification from the Centralized Background Check Unit (CBCU)”
The state verified the correction on Sep 11, 2026
746.1201(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
“Upon arrival, CCR rang the bell. Children could be heard at the door informing the caregiver someone was at the door. CCR stood outside for approximately 10 minutes knocking on the door and ringing the bell multiple times. The caregiver later acknowledged to CCR they were aware but they were waiting for the director to arrive before opening the door.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 11, 2026
Aug 13, 2026Inspection4 rules cited
746.2911 - Adequate Lighting During Naptime
“The naping area was not observed to have adequate lighting. The classroom was black with no lighting. No children or staff could be seen until CCR requested lights be turned on.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 28, 2026
746.3407(8) - Garbage Inaccessible to Children; Maintained in Sanitary Manner
“Documentation was obtained to verify pest control treatment was completed as obtained 7/13/2026. However, dead pest were observed in the bathroom, hallway, and kitchen area including on the seal of the refrigerator.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 28, 2026
746.1201(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
“The caregiver in charge of a group of three children 2-3yrs old was observed laying down on th floor on their personal phone while supervising naptime. NOTE: Two of three children were still awake during the inspection.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 28, 2026
746.3317(8) - Food Service and Preparation Requirement - Cover All Stored Food
“Half an apple was observed in the refigerator uncovered, cut side down on a fowm bowl. The apple appeared to be browning.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 28, 2026
Jul 10, 2026Inspection4 rules cited
746.5607(b) - Child Passenger Safety Seat System - Not expired or damaged in accident
“CCR observed three booster seats in the operations van that are marked do not use after 2023. NOTE:Corrected at inspection.The carseats were thrown away and new carseats were purchased at inspection.”
Corrected during the visit
746.3407(8) - Garbage Inaccessible to Children; Maintained in Sanitary Manner
“CCR observed both dead and living pest in the operations kitchen area including inside the fridge, freezer and on the shelf where food is stored. NOTE: Pest control was last at the operation May 2026”
The state verified the correction on Aug 13, 2026
746.4001 - First Aid Kit - Available in Each Building, on Field Trips, during Transportation
“A new first aid kit was observed on the operations van, however there were no scissors nor thermometer. NOTE:Corrected at inspections a pair of scissors or thermometer were added to the kit.”
Corrected during the visit
746.3701(9) - Safety - Bodies of Water Inaccessible to Children
“CCR observed a bucket of mop water in one of the restrooms. NOTE: Water was dumped out and bucket was removed from restroom.”
Corrected during the visit
Jun 23, 2026Inspection14 rules cited
746.5625(c) - Electronic Child Safety Alarm - used at all times when transporting a child in care
“A child was observed being transported in the operations van, upon exiting the caregiver did not use the alarm. When asked to test alarm the caregiver used the key and was not aware of the button behind her on the door.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 10, 2026
746.3401(a) - Annual Sanitation Inspection
“It was observed that the Health and Sanitation inspection was last completed June 2, 2025.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 10, 2026
746.4001(2) - First Aid Kit - Kept Sanitary
“CCR observed a substance from the first aid kit located in the operations van had leaked out causing other materials in the kit to turn brown.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 10, 2026
746.1605(1) - Child/Caregiver Ratio - 18 Months Difference in Age
“A three year old was observed in the infant room with a 10 month old child. There were 13 children in the building, the difference of the two is 18 months difference in age.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 10, 2026
746.5617(a)(5) - Required Equipment in Vehicles - Fire Extinguisher
“CCR observed the fire extinguisher in the operations van to be empty, the pin had been removed and residue was seen in the passenger side door.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 10, 2026
746.3407(11) - Sanitize Tables Tops, Furniture and Similar Equipment
“It was observed in the restrooms that urine and feces were not disposed/sanitized of from the portable toilets.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 10, 2026
746.1301(a)(4)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Pediatric CPR
“The operation did not have current CPR training for two caregivers. The only CPR training available to view expired 11/2023.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 10, 2026
746.1301(a)(7)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Transportation training
“Two caregivers that provide transportation, did not have any documented training.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 10, 2026
746.5607(b) - Child Passenger Safety Seat System - Not expired or damaged in accident
“CCR observed two booster seats in the operations van that are marked do not use after 2023.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 10, 2026
745.635(3) - AP Background ck determination - If provisionally eligible w/conditions or eligible w/conditions you must restrict duties per conditions/restrictions
“A caregiver with a provisional background check with conditions stating that they may never be alone with children, was observed to be transporting a child alone during the inspection.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 10, 2026
746.4307 - Fenced Outdoor Activity Space -Exits Required
“CCR only observed one exit gate was in the outdoor play area.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 10, 2026
746.1315(a) - Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric first aid with rescue breathing and choking.
“The operation did not have current first aid training for two caregivers. The only First Aid training available to view expired 11/2023.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 10, 2026
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
“CCR arrived at the operation and observed a caregiver in the hallway, who also allowed us access in the building. As CCR begin the monitoring walk through, the same caregiver was watching a class alone. When CCR asked the caregiver who was watching the children while they opened the door, the caregiver advised CCR that another caregiver was watching the children. CCR was able to confirm with the director that the caregiver who was suppose to be watching the children at that time was not present and did not report to work until 2pm.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 10, 2026
746.601(c) - Provide Access to Children's Records - Licensing
“The operation didn't have any past or future field trip transportation forms available for CCR to view.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 10, 2026
Jul 8, 2025Inspection5 rules cited
746.901(1) - Required Personnel Records - Dates of Employment
“Date of hire was missing on file for two out of four staff files checked.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 11, 2025
746.901(2) - Required Personnel Records- Meets Requirements
“Proof of education was missing for one out of four staff files checked.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 11, 2025
746.1315(a) - Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric first aid with rescue breathing and choking.
“First aid and CPR training was missing for three out of four staff records checked.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 11, 2025
746.901(4) - Required Personnel Records - Required Affidavit (Form 2985)
“Notarized affidavit was missing on file for two out of four records checked.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 11, 2025
746.1301(a)(2)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Pre-Service Training
“One file checked did not have the acknowledgement that she received the policies, orientation and preservice trraining.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 11, 2025
- Apr 28, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Apr 17, 2025Inspection3 rules cited
746.201(4) - Designating Director
“Licensing has not received any paper work for the new designated director.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 23, 2025
746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
“One caregiver was in charge of 10 children ages 15 months to four years with the specified age of 15 months. Classroom was out of ratio by five children.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 28, 2025
746.1013(a) - Director's Absence - Qualified Caregiver in Charge
“The caregiver in charge came in 30 minutes into the operation.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 28, 2025
Apr 4, 2025Visit1 rule cited
745.635(2) - AP Background check determination - If ineligible then you must immediately remove subject from operation and confirm to CBCU receipt of notice letter
“A person with an ineligible background check was allowed to be present at the operation after notification had been sent.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 17, 2025
Show 9 earlier visits
Mar 27, 2025Visit1 rule cited
745.247 - Franchise Tax Delinquent
“We have observed that your Franchise tax is delinquent.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 16, 2025
Jan 23, 2025Visit1 rule cited
746.303(b) - Report Number of Employees
“All Licensed childcare centers must annually report to CCR the number of employees who left employment the previous year by January 15. The deadline for entering the number of employees who left employment in 2023 is 1/15/2024. If you have not already you must log in to your childcare regulation account and report the number of employee that left your employment in 2023”
The state verified the correction on Jan 27, 2025
Jul 29, 2024Inspection5 rules cited
746.605(11) - Required Admission Information - Physician Information
“Physician information was missing on file for one out of four children records checked.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 5, 2024
HRC42.054 - Required Fees
“Our record is showing that background check fees for the amount of $2 has not been paid.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 4, 2024
746.605(12) - Required Admission Information - Emergency Medical Authorization
“Emergency Medical authorization information was missing on one out of four children files checked.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 5, 2024
746.603(a)(3) - Children's Records - Health Statement
“Health statement was missing on two out of four files checked..”
The state verified the correction on Aug 5, 2024
746.603(a)(4) - Children's Records - Immunizations
“Immunization record was missing on file for one out of four children files checke.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 4, 2024
- Apr 16, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Apr 12, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Apr 11, 2024Complaint investigation5 rules cited
746.201(8) - Liability Insurance Maintained
“Current liability insurance was not available during inspection.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 15, 2024
746.3415(4) - Employee Handwashing After Diapering a Child
“Caregiver observed in the video did not wash her hands after changing a child's diaper.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 16, 2024
746.1201(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
“Caregiver did not use good judgement when she push a four year old who tried to pick up another child and put in arms way.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 16, 2024
746.3417(3) - Children Handwashing After Toileting or Diapering
“On the video obsered caregiver did not wash the hand of a child after diaper change.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 16, 2024
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
“Caregiver left seven children ages 19 months to five years unsupervised when she came to the door to open the door for licensing.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 16, 2024
- Aug 9, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
Sep 22, 2022Inspection4 rules cited
746.1315(b) - Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric CPR
“There was not current CPR training on file for one out of four staff files checked.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 27, 2022
746.603(a)(4) - Children's Records - Immunizations
“Immunization record is missing for one out four children records checked.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 27, 2022
746.1315(a) - Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric first aid with rescue breathing and choking.
“There was no current first aid training on file for one out of four staff files checked.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 27, 2022
746.603(a)(3) - Children's Records - Health Statement
“Health statement was missing on file for one out of four records checked.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 27, 2022
Nov 3, 2021Inspection8 rules cited
746.1315(a) - Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric first aid with rescue breathing and choking.
“One caregiver did not have current First Aid certification.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 22, 2021
746.1301(6)(A) - Training Requirements for Directors 30- Annual Training
“The director was missing annual training in the required topics of Handling, Storing, and Disposing of Hazardous Materials, and Preventing Child Maltreatment.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 8, 2021
746.1315(b) - Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric CPR
“One caregiver did not have current CPR certification.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 22, 2021
746.4135(b) - Children's Products- Annual Certification
“The operation has not completed a Children's Product Safety Annual Certification since 2019. Note- This was corrected during the inspection when the director completed the Children's Product Safety Annual Certification.”
Corrected during the visit
746.5617(a)(2) - Required Equipment in Vehicles - Emergency Medical Information
“The two children who are transported did not have emergency medical authorization in the vehicle. Note- This was corrected during the inspection when the emergency medical authorization was added to the vehicle for both children.”
Corrected during the visit
746.613(b) - Immunization Records, Exceptions, and Exemptions Current
“Two out of ten children's records evaluated did not have up to date immunization records on file.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 4, 2021
746.5205(4) - Documentation of Drills
“The October 2021 fire drill was not documented. Note- This was corrected during the inspection when the fire drill was documented.”
Corrected during the visit
746.1301(5)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees and Caregivers - 24 Annual Training
“Two out of two caregivers who have been employed for more than a year did not have the required 24 hours of annual training. One caregiver had 22 hours and the second caregiver had 10 hours. Both caregivers were missing annual training in the required topics of Handling, Storing, and Disposing of Hazardous Materials, Administering Medications, Preventing and Responding to Emergencies due to Food Allergies, Building and Premises Safety, Emergency Preparedness, Preventing Child Maltreatment, and SIDS/Shaken Baby.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 23, 2021
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FAQ
Questions about Living Word Academy
Is Living Word Academy licensed?
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued May 8, 2019.
When was Living Word Academy last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on September 25, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 16 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Living Word Academy had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 45 rules across 11 of 16 visits in the last 3 years; 45 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 Living Word Academy care for?
98, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Living Word Academy accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Living Word Academy's hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Living Word Academy cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (281) 497-5692 to ask.
What is Living Word Academy's phone number?
(281) 497-5692.
Where is Living Word Academy?
13833 Richmond Ave, Houston, TX 77082. The nearest other daycare we list is Little Thinkers of West Oaks, 0.2 miles away.