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M.L.J. Daycare

Spring, TX 77379 · home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
licensed capacity
12
open each week
5 days
a week, county median
$164
year first permitted
2019

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About M.L.J. Daycare

M.L.J. Daycare is a licensed group home daycare in Spring, Texas. The state has permitted it since January 23, 2019, for up to 12 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.

It is open Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM. As a home daycare, the provider shares the address with families when you call.

Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 5 visits in the last 3 years and cited 18 rules across 3 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

InfantsSchool-ageOpens before 7 AM

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

From the state license
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Type
Group home daycare
Ages
Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
Hours today
Closed today
Licensed capacity
12 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
SettingGroup child care homeFrom the state license
Licensed capacity12 childrenFrom the state license

Cost

Tuition and costs

M.L.J. Daycare has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a home daycare in Harris County has a median price of $164 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 M.L.J. Daycare

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
Full Permit
Capacity
12 children
Ages
Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
Permit issued
2019
License number
#1676216
See the state's record

Summary

5 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Mar 13, 2026: 4 rules cited

Rules cited on 3 of 5 visits · 18 rules in all · 18 corrected

  • Health, medication and illness 5
  • Records and paperwork 4
  • Safe sleep 3
  • Staff training and qualifications 2
  • Safety and hazards 1
  • Supervision and ratios 1
  • Food and nutrition 1
  • Background checks 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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  1. Mar 13, 2026Inspection4 rules cited
    • Staff training and qualificationsMedium risk

      747.801(3) - Records Maintained and Made Available - Personnel and Training

      “The primary caregiver training records were not available for review. A total of 10 hours were available for review from a previous Director credential course, dated February, 2026.”

      The state verified the correction on Mar 26, 2026

    • Health, medication and illnessMedium risk

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

      “One child's file did not have an immunization record available for review.”

      The state verified the correction on Mar 26, 2026

    • Health, medication and illnessMedium risk

      747.603(a)(3) - Children's Records - Health Statement

      “Five children files did not include a health statement.”

      The state verified the correction on Mar 26, 2026

    • Safety and hazardsMedium risk

      747.801(6) - Records Maintained and Made Available - Pet Vaccinations

      “Three pets observed in the home did not have current vaccinations available for Licensing staff to review.”

      The state verified the correction on Mar 26, 2026

  2. Jul 24, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
    • Records and paperworkMedium risk

      747.501(9) - Written Operational Policies - Parent Rights

      “The Parent Right information was not included in the operational policies.”

      The state verified the correction on Aug 28, 2025

    • Records and paperworkMedium risk

      747.501(8) - Written Operational Policies - Promotion of Physical Activity

      “The indoor and outdoor physical activity information was not included with the operational policies.”

      The state verified the correction on Aug 21, 2025

  3. Nov 20, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  4. Nov 1, 2024Inspection12 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illnessMedium High risk

      747.3303(a)(1) - Diaper Changing Equipment - Smooth, Non-absorbent, Easy to Clean Surface

      “The diaper changing mat that is utilized for diaper changes has several tears.”

      The state verified the correction on Nov 6, 2024

    • Records and paperworkMedium risk

      747.209(2) - Liability Insurance Requirements - Provide Proof of Coverage Annually by Anniversary Date of Issuance

      “The operation's liability insurance was not updated by the anniversary date and the documented date was expired.”

      The state verified the correction on Nov 1, 2024

    • Supervision and ratiosMedium High risk

      747.1801 - Child/Caregiver Ratio - Licensed Child Care Home

      “It was observed that the primary caregiver was supervising nine children ages 9 months, 11 months, two 18 months, one 19 months, one 2-year-old and 3 three-year-olds. The caregiver was over ratio by 2 children ages 18 months to three-years-old.”

      The state verified the correction on Nov 20, 2024

    • Health, medication and illnessMedium risk

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

      “One out of ten children records reviewed did not have an immunization record.”

      The state verified the correction on Nov 6, 2024

    • Safe sleepMedium High risk

      747.2303(3) - Infant Care Area - Crib Placement

      “During the walk through, I observed the play yards arranged where the infants had access to reach into each others play yard.”

      The state verified the correction on Nov 20, 2024

    • Food and nutritionMedium risk

      747.2321(a) - Written Feeding Instructions - Signed and Dated by Parent or Health-Care Professional

      “There were no written feeding instructions available for the 9 month old and 11 month old infants that are not yet on table foods.”

      The state verified the correction on Nov 6, 2024

    • Background checksHigh risk

      745.621(a)(7) - AP Initial background checks submitted - At the time you become aware of anyone requiring a background check under 745.605

      “The primary caregivers adult son has been present at the home during daycare hours of operation without a background check.”

      The state verified the correction on Nov 5, 2024

    • Safe sleepHigh risk

      747.2315(b) - AP Cribs - Only Snug Fitting Sheet and Crib Mattress Cover Allowed if Infant Younger than 12 Months of Age

      “During the walk through, I observed a blanket in the play yard for two children ages 9 months and 11 months old while they were napping. Note - this was corrected at inspection when the caregiver removed the blanket from the play yard.”

      The state verified the correction on Nov 20, 2024

    • Records and paperworkMedium High risk

      747.635(a) - Sign-in and Sign-out Logs Maintained

      “The caregiver was not able to provide documentation of sign-in and sign-out logs.”

      The state verified the correction on Nov 6, 2024

    • Safe sleepMedium risk

      747.2105(c)(4) - Screen Time Activities - Not Used During Eating or Rest Times

      “The children were allowed to watch television during naptime. Note - This was corrected at inspection when the primary caregiver turned off the television.”

      The state verified the correction on Nov 1, 2024

    • Health, medication and illnessMedium risk

      747.613(b) - Required Immunizations Records, Exceptions, and Exemptions Current

      “Four out of ten children records observed did not have current immunization records.”

      The state verified the correction on Nov 20, 2024

    • Staff training and qualificationsMedium risk

      747.1309(a) - Primary Caregiver Annual Training -30 Hours Required

      “The primary caregiver did not have 30 hours of required annual training.”

      The state verified the correction on Nov 10, 2024

  5. Nov 30, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
  6. Dec 1, 2022Inspection2 rules cited
    • Staff training and qualificationsMedium High risk

      747.1313(b) - Pediatric First-Aid and Pediatric CPR Training -skill based and hands on

      “The primary caregiver obtained a CPR/First-aid certification via web. There was no documentation for a hands-on course, and/or use of a manikin to properly rehearse/perform hands on skills based on instructions.”

      The state verified the correction on Dec 14, 2022

    • Health, medication and illnessLow risk

      747.611(a) - Required Health Statement

      “Two out of six children records observed did not include a health statement. One child's health statement was dated 08/30/2021, which should have been updated by 08/2022. One child's file did not contain a health statement.”

      The state verified the correction on Dec 14, 2022

  7. Dec 1, 2021Inspection12 rules cited
    • Discipline and child guidanceMedium risk

      747.2102(a) - Written Activity Plan - Develop and Follow

      “The operation does not have a written activitiy plan.”

      The state verified the correction on Dec 7, 2021

    • Health, medication and illnessLow risk

      747.611(a) - Required Health Statement

      “Two out of four children's records evaluated did not have a health statement signed by a physician.”

      The state verified the correction on Dec 14, 2021

    • Health, medication and illnessMedium risk

      747.613(b) - Required Immunizations Records, Exceptions, and Exemptions Current

      “One out of four children's records evaluated did not have updated immunization records on file.”

      The state verified the correction on Dec 7, 2021

    • Records and paperworkMedium risk

      747.801(7) - Records Maintained and Made Available - Safety Drills Documentation

      “The operation has not been testing the smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors monthly. Note- This was corrected during the inspection when the primary caregiver tested the smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors.”

      Corrected during the visit

    • Health, medication and illnessMedium risk

      747.3803(a) - First Aid Kit - Complete Kit

      “The first aid kit was missing a thermometer, scissors, gauze, and medical tape. Note- This was corrected during the inspection when the missing items were added to the first aid kit.”

      Corrected during the visit

    • Records and paperworkMedium High risk

      747.635(a) - Sign-in and Sign-out Logs Maintained

      “The children had not been signed in for the day. Note- This was corrected during the inspection when the children were signed in.”

      Corrected during the visit

    • Safety and hazardsMedium risk

      747.3935(b) - Children's Products- Annual Certification

      “The operation did not have a Children's Product Safety Annual Certification. Note- This was corrected during the inspection when the primary caregiver completed a Children's Product Safety Annual Certification.”

      Corrected during the visit

    • Safety and hazardsMedium High risk

      747.5005(1) - Fire Drill Monthly - Exit in 3 Minutes

      “The operation has not conducted a fire drill in 2021. Note- This was corrected during the inspection when the operation conducted a fire drill.”

      Corrected during the visit

    • Safety and hazardsMedium High risk

      747.3703(a) - Animals at Center - Documentation of Vaccinations

      “Two out of three dogs did not have proof of up to date vaccinations.”

      The state verified the correction on Dec 7, 2021

    • Safety and hazardsMedium risk

      747.3703(b) - Animals at Center - Statement of Health from Veterinarian

      “There was no statement of health for a pet ferret in the home.”

      The state verified the correction on Dec 7, 2021

    • Safe sleepMedium risk

      747.2105(c)(4) - Screen Time Activities - Not Used During Eating or Rest Times

      “The children were allowed to watch television during naptime. Note- This was corrected during the inspection when the television was turned off.”

      Corrected during the visit

    • Records and paperworkMedium High risk

      747.207(1) - Policies Comply with Rules

      “The operational policies were not available for review.”

      The state verified the correction on Dec 14, 2021

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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Questions about M.L.J. Daycare

Is M.L.J. Daycare licensed?

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

When was M.L.J. Daycare last inspected?

Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on March 13, 2026, with 4 rules cited. It lists 5 visits in the last 3 years.

Has M.L.J. Daycare had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 18 rules across 3 of 5 visits in the last 3 years; 18 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 M.L.J. Daycare care for?

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

Does M.L.J. Daycare accept child care subsidies?

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

What are M.L.J. Daycare'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 M.L.J. Daycare cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (832) 946-8702 to ask.

What is M.L.J. Daycare's phone number?

(832) 946-8702.

Where is M.L.J. Daycare?

Spring, TX 77379. It is a home daycare, so the provider shares the street address with families directly.

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