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Michelle's Daycare-Preschool

1256 N Mechanic St, El Campo, TX 774374.7· 13 reviews
licensed capacity
51
open each week
5 days
a week, county median
$185
year first permitted
2015

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About Michelle's Daycare-Preschool

Michelle's Daycare-Preschool is a licensed child care center in El Campo, Texas. The state has permitted it since January 30, 2015, for up to 51 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.

It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM. It describes its programs: preschool. It says it provides meals.

Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 12 visits in the last 3 years and cited 1 rule across 1 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

InfantsSchool-ageMeals providedOpens before 7 AM

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

From the state license
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
6:30 AM to 6:00 PM
Licensed capacity
51 children

Hours

Hours

MondayToday6:30 AM to 6:00 PM
Tuesday6:30 AM to 6:00 PM
Wednesday6:30 AM to 6:00 PM
Thursday6:30 AM to 6:00 PM
Friday6:30 AM to 6:00 PM
SaturdayNot listed
SundayNot listed
From the state license

Programs

Programs and care

AgesInfants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license
ProgramsPreschool
CurriculumCLI Engage
Daily lifeMeals provided; Snacks provided
TransportationTransportation (reliable child transportation)
Parent updatesParent app (Brightwheel)
Licensed capacity51 childrenFrom the state license
A daycare without an item may still offer it; ask.

Cost

Tuition and costs

Michelle's Daycare-Preschool has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Wharton 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.
Wharton 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 Michelle's Daycare-Preschool

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
Full Permit
Capacity
51 children
Ages
Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
Permit issued
2015
License number
#1559536
See the state's record

Summary

12 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Sep 29, 2026: no rules cited

Rules cited on 1 of 12 visits · 1 rule in all · 1 corrected

  • Records and paperwork 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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  1. Sep 29, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  2. Nov 7, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  3. Jul 1, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  4. Apr 15, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  5. Mar 5, 2025VisitNo rules cited
  6. Feb 28, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  7. Feb 27, 2025VisitNo rules cited
  8. Jan 31, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  9. Jan 21, 2025Visit1 rule cited
    • Records and paperworkMedium Low risk

      746.303(b) - Report Number of Employees

      “A review of the Employees Who Left Employment in 2024 data revealed that the center had not reported the number of employees who left employment in 2024 by January 15, 2025, as required.”

      The state verified the correction on Jan 28, 2025

  10. Jul 29, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Show 13 earlier visits
  1. Jul 26, 2024VisitNo rules cited
  2. Mar 6, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  3. Jul 7, 2023Complaint investigation2 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illnessMedium risk

      746.701(5) - Licensing Incident/Illness Report Form - Situations Placing Children at Risk

      “The operation did not complete form 7239 Licensing incident/illness report when a child’s finger was shut in the door, sustaining an injury.”

      The state verified the correction on Sep 26, 2023

    • Building, equipment and play areasMedium High risk

      746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment

      “The operation did not replace a missing door handle.”

      The state verified the correction on Sep 11, 2023

  4. May 18, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
  5. May 12, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
    • Supervision and ratiosMedium High risk

      746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children

      “There was one caregiver with 5 infants with a specified age group of 0-11 months, putting the room over ratio by one infant.”

      The state verified the correction on May 18, 2023

  6. May 10, 2023VisitNo rules cited
  7. Apr 17, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
    • Health, medication and illnessMedium risk

      746.603(a)(4) - Children's Records - Immunizations

      “2 children did not have immunization records on file at the operation.”

      The state verified the correction on Apr 24, 2023

  8. Dec 8, 2022VisitNo rules cited
  9. Apr 28, 2022Inspection4 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illnessMedium risk

      746.603(a)(4) - Children's Records - Immunizations

      “One child did not have an immunization record on file.”

      The state verified the correction on May 2, 2022

    • Staff training and qualificationsMedium risk

      746.1311(e) - Director Annual Training - Additional required topics

      “The director did not have proof of training being obtained in the required topics between training year February 2021-February 2022.”

      The state verified the correction on May 5, 2022

    • Food and nutritionMedium risk

      746.2421(b) - Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days

      “Two infants under the age of 12 months did not have monthly feeding schedules that had been updated within the last 30 days.”

      The state verified the correction on May 2, 2022

    • Records and paperworkMedium risk

      746.401(2) - Posting Requirements - Letter or form from the most recent Licensing Inspection or Investigation

      “The most recent 2936 from inspection conducted on 2/15/22 was not posted. This was corrected when the form was printed and posted.”

      Corrected during the visit

  10. Mar 3, 2022Visit1 rule cited
    • Records and paperworkMedium Low risk

      746.303(b) - Report Number of Employees

      “A review of the Employees Who Left Employment in 2021 data from February 23, 2022, revealed that the center had not reported the number of employees who left employment in 2021 by February 22, 2022, as required.”

      The state verified the correction on Mar 3, 2022

  11. Feb 23, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
  12. Feb 15, 2022Inspection5 rules cited
    • Supervision and ratiosHigh risk

      746.1203(2) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know Group Responsible For

      “One caregiver thought she had 11 children, but there were only 10 children present at the time.”

      The state verified the correction on Feb 23, 2022

    • Safety and hazardsMedium High risk

      746.2407 - Infant Care Area Furnishings and Equipment -Use of Safety Straps

      “One 18 month old child was sitting in a high chair and was not strapped in using the straps.”

      Corrected during the visit

    • Supervision and ratiosMedium High risk

      746.1203(3) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know Children's Names and Ages

      “During inspection walk through 3 caregivers could not determine the age of the youngest child in the room.”

      The state verified the correction on Feb 23, 2022

    • Building, equipment and play areasHigh risk

      746.4601(7) - Safety Requirements for Active Play Equipment - No Pinch, Crush, or Shear Points

      “Round barrel play structure has 3 large long cracks on top. The plastic is rotted from the sun and weather exposure.”

      The state verified the correction on Feb 23, 2022

    • Background checksHigh risk

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

      “One caregiver present during the inspection did not have a background check. Note: Background check was submitted during inspection.”

      The state verified the correction on Feb 15, 2022

  13. Feb 3, 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 Michelle's Daycare-Preschool

Is Michelle's Daycare-Preschool licensed?

Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued January 30, 2015.

When was Michelle's Daycare-Preschool 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 12 visits in the last 3 years.

Has Michelle's Daycare-Preschool had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 1 rule across 1 of 12 visits in the last 3 years; 1 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 Michelle's Daycare-Preschool care for?

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

Does Michelle's Daycare-Preschool accept child care subsidies?

The state record does not list it as accepting subsidies. Ask the provider directly.

What are Michelle's Daycare-Preschool'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 Michelle's Daycare-Preschool cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (979) 358-0596 to ask.

What is Michelle's Daycare-Preschool's phone number?

(979) 358-0596.

Where is Michelle's Daycare-Preschool?

1256 N Mechanic St, El Campo, TX 77437. The nearest other daycare we list is Mrs. Beckys Home Away From Home Child Care Learning Center, 0.2 miles away.

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