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Larue, TX 75770 · infants to school-age · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
MiMi's Creative Kids
- licensed capacity
- 240
- open each week
- 7 days
- a week, county median
- $124
- year first permitted
- 2019
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About
About MiMi's Creative Kids
MiMi's Creative Kids is a licensed child care center in Athens, Texas. The state has permitted it since September 27, 2019, for up to 240 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open every day, 5:30 AM to 6:00 PM. It describes a Play-based approach, with preschool.
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 24 visits in the last 3 years and cited 6 rules across 5 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsSchool-ageAccepts child care subsidyOpen every dayOpens 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
- 5:30 AM to 6:00 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 240 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 5:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 5:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 5:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 5:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 5:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | 5:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| SundayToday | 5:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Programs | Preschool |
| Approach | Play-based |
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Assistance it accepts | Child Care Services (CCS) |
| Licensed capacity | 240 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
MiMi's Creative Kids has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Henderson County has a median price of $124 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$124
Home daycare$114
Toddler
Center$118
Home daycare$110
Preschool
Center$115
Home daycare$108
School age
Center$110
Home daycare$104
State record
Inspection reports for MiMi's Creative Kids
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Full Permit
- Capacity
- 240 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Permit issued
- 2019
- License number
- #1689043
Summary
24 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Sep 2, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 5 of 24 visits · 6 rules in all · 6 corrected
- Records and paperwork 2
- Discipline and child guidance 1
- Supervision and ratios 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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See all 39 visits
- Sep 2, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Sep 1, 2026VisitNo rules cited
- Aug 24, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Aug 20, 2026VisitNo rules cited
Aug 11, 2026Visit1 rule cited
745.247 - Franchise Tax Delinquent
“The operations franchise tax is inactive.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 13, 2026
- Jul 31, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Jul 30, 2026Complaint investigation2 rules cited
746.305(a)(6) - Report Situation Placing Children at Risk
“During the investigation it was determined a child was grabbed by the arm in 2024, the caregiver was fired but the operation failed to notify CCR of the incident.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 31, 2026
746.2805(3) - Prohibited Punishments - Grabbing and Pulling
“During the investigation it was found that a caregiver pulled on a child's arm while disciplining in 2024. The operation fired the caregiver immediately and the caregiver was never rehired.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 31, 2026
- Jul 28, 2026VisitNo rules cited
- Jul 21, 2026VisitNo rules cited
- Feb 10, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Show 29 earlier visits
- Sep 4, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Sep 2, 2025VisitNo rules cited
- Jun 30, 2025VisitNo rules cited
- May 7, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- May 3, 2025VisitNo rules cited
- Mar 27, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Mar 25, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
746.1613(a) - Reduction of child/caregiver naptime ratio by 50% allowed, If 13 or more children in care, children are 18 mo. or older and other standards met
“One classroom with children under 18 months was using the reduction ratio and out of ratio. This was corrected when the co-teacher came back in the room.”
Corrected during the visit
- Mar 24, 2025VisitNo rules cited
May 16, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
HRC 42.04271 - Parent's Rights
“While reviewing file, 5 child files did not have signed Parent's Rights.”
The state verified the correction on May 31, 2024
- Apr 30, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Apr 12, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
746.4501(b) - Chairs - Safety Straps Used if Required by Manufacturer
“While doing the walk through, there were 2 classes with a total of 13 children not usiing safety straps while children were eating in a table.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 30, 2024
- Apr 10, 2024VisitNo rules cited
- Dec 20, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
- Dec 16, 2023VisitNo rules cited
- Oct 13, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
- Sep 26, 2023VisitNo rules cited
- Aug 11, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
Jun 22, 2023Inspection2 rules cited
746.5205(4) - Documentation of Drills
“The emergency drill documentation was not available for review at inspection.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 27, 2023
746.603(a)(4) - Children's Records - Immunizations
“Children immunizations were reviewed at inspection and two files were not current and up to date.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 27, 2023
- Apr 10, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
- Sep 8, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
- Aug 25, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
Aug 23, 2022Visit2 rules cited
746.2805(6) - Prohibited Punishments - Humiliating, Rejecting, Yelling
“This standard is being cited based on an unannounced inspection conducted by DFPS. DFPS investigator witnessed a caregiver yell at a child in care.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 23, 2022
746.1201(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
“This standard is being cited based on an unannounced inspection conducted by DFPS. DFPS investigator witnessed a caregiver pull a child in care by the leg.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 23, 2022
- Aug 22, 2022VisitNo rules cited
- Jul 29, 2022VisitNo rules cited
- Jul 15, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
- Jul 14, 2022VisitNo rules cited
Jul 8, 2022Inspection1 rule cited
746.801(1) - Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Children's Records
“During monitoring inspection children's and personnel records were not available for review.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 22, 2022
- May 19, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
Oct 25, 2021Inspection2 rules cited
746.3503(a) - Diaper Changing Equipment - Smooth, Non-absorbent, Easy to Clean Surface
“During the walk through the diaper changing pads in 4 of the classrooms had tears and could no longer be sanitized properly.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 3, 2021
746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
“During the walk through there were 3 spots on the wall that were found that had pealing paint that the children had access to that could be pealed.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 15, 2021
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FAQ
Questions about MiMi's Creative Kids
Is MiMi's Creative Kids licensed?
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued September 27, 2019.
When was MiMi's Creative Kids last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on September 2, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 24 visits in the last 3 years.
Has MiMi's Creative Kids had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 6 rules across 5 of 24 visits in the last 3 years; 6 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 MiMi's Creative Kids care for?
240, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does MiMi's Creative Kids accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are MiMi's Creative Kids' hours?
Every day, 5:30 AM to 6:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does MiMi's Creative Kids cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (903) 670-1306 to ask.
What is MiMi's Creative Kids' phone number?
(903) 670-1306.
Where is MiMi's Creative Kids?
226 S Prairieville St, Athens, TX 75751. The nearest other daycare we list is Little Dreamer's Daycare Center, 1.2 miles away.