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5127 Avenue U, Galveston, TX
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Moody Methodist Day School
- licensed capacity
- 300
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $185
- year first permitted
- 1985
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About
About Moody Methodist Day School
Moody Methodist Day School is a licensed child care center in Galveston, Texas. The state has permitted it since November 18, 1985, for up to 300 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM. It describes a Faith-based approach, with full-time care, infant care, pre-k and preschool. It says it provides meals.
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 5 visits in the last 3 years and cited 3 rules across 1 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsPreschool / pre-KSchool-ageSummer campFaith-basedMeals providedAccepts child care subsidy
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
- 300 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Thursday | 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Friday | 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license. It lists: 6 weeks - 4 years (full day); Kindergarten - 3rd grade (summer care) |
|---|---|
| Programs | Full-time care, infant care, pre-k, preschool and summer camp |
| Approach | Faith-based (Christian) |
| Curriculum | Frog Street Curriculum |
| Staff | Teachers complete 30 hours of continuing education annually |
| Daily life | Meals provided; Snacks provided |
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| More | Founded 1965 |
| Licensed capacity | 300 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Moody Methodist Day School has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Galveston 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 Moody Methodist Day School
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Full Permit
- Capacity
- 300 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Permit issued
- 1985
- License number
- #64072
Summary
5 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit May 6, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 1 of 5 visits · 3 rules in all · 3 corrected
- Safety and hazards 2
- 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.
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- May 6, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Aug 6, 2025VisitNo rules cited
- May 7, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Oct 16, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
May 16, 2024Inspection3 rules cited
746.605(10) - Required Admission Information - Water Activity Permission
“Ten children files out of ten reviewed is missing the child s ability to swim without assistance documentation required by the new admission forms.”
The state verified the correction on May 21, 2024
746.5101(a) - Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
“The operation's fire inspection is not current as it expired on 4/20/2024.”
The state verified the correction on May 21, 2024
746.605(13)(B)(i) - Required Admission Information - Reasonable Accommodations or Modifications
“Ten children files out of ten reviewed is missing the special needs documentation required by the new admission forms.”
The state verified the correction on May 21, 2024
- May 17, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
- Apr 19, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
Apr 17, 2023Complaint investigation1 rule cited
746.301(2) - Notification of Change in Space
“Based on information obtained during the investigation, the operation failed to get the new playground equipment inspected before the equipment was used.”
The state verified the correction on May 17, 2023
- Nov 2, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
Oct 25, 2022Complaint investigation1 rule cited
746.501(b)(1) - Operational Policies - Inform Parents That They May Visit Center Anytime During Operating Hours
“Based on information obtained during the investigation, the operation was not allowing parents to visit the operation anytime of the day.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 21, 2022
Show 1 earlier visit
- May 23, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
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FAQ
Questions about Moody Methodist Day School
Is Moody Methodist Day School licensed?
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued November 18, 1985.
When was Moody Methodist Day School last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on May 6, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 5 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Moody Methodist Day School had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 3 rules across 1 of 5 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 Moody Methodist Day School care for?
300, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Moody Methodist Day School accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Moody Methodist Day School's hours?
Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Moody Methodist Day School cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (409) 744-5845 to ask.
What is Moody Methodist Day School's phone number?
(409) 744-5845.
Where is Moody Methodist Day School?
2803 53rd St, Galveston, TX 77551. The nearest other daycare we list is Childrens Coalition, 0.2 miles away.