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Pasadena, TX 77504 · infants to school-age · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
New Life Ministry DBA Discovery Kidz
- licensed capacity
- 125
- open each week
- 5 days
- monthly, posted tuition
- $440
- year first permitted
- 2024
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About
About New Life Ministry DBA Discovery Kidz
New Life Ministry DBA Discovery Kidz is a licensed child care center in Pasadena, Texas. The state has permitted it since August 15, 2024, for up to 125 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM. It describes a Faith-based approach, with after-school care, drop-in / hourly care, infant care and part-time care. It lists monthly tuition from $440 to $830.
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 14 visits in the last 3 years and cited 12 rules across 5 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsPreschool / pre-KBefore- and after-schoolSummer campFaith-basedAccepts child care subsidyOpens before 7 AMPosts tuition
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
- 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 125 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license. It lists: 6 weeks to 12 years |
|---|---|
| Programs | After-school care, drop-in / hourly care, infant care, part-time care, pre-k, summer camp and toddler care |
| Approach | Faith-based (New Life Ministry Childcare) |
| Curriculum | A-Beka Curriculum |
| Staff-to-child ratio | Infant room 1:4 child to caregiver ratio |
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Discounts | Two or more siblings 10% off |
| Transportation | Transportation (school pick-up at Pasadena and Deer Park schools) |
| Licensed capacity | 125 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
New Life Ministry DBA Discovery Kidz lists monthly tuition from $440 to $830. 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).
| Monthly · program, in its own words | Price |
|---|---|
| After-school program – Monthly | $440 |
| Nursery Room – Monthly | $830 |
| Pre-K2 – Monthly | $770 |
| Pre-K3 – Monthly | $740 |
| Pre-K4 – Monthly | $735 |
| School breaks program (ages 5 and older) – Monthly | $680 |
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| Toddler room – Monthly | $780 |
| Weekly · program, in its own words | Price |
|---|---|
| After-school program – Weekly | $110 |
| Nursery Room – Weekly | $210 |
| Pre-K3 – Weekly | $185 |
| School breaks program (ages 5 and older) – Weekly | $170 |
| Toddler room – Weekly | $195 |
| Registration Fee (enrollment) | $50 |
| Registration (non-refundable fees list) | $75 |
| Drop-In Fee (per day) | $60 a day |
12 posted prices. Rates change, so confirm before you enroll.
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 New Life Ministry DBA Discovery Kidz
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Full Permit
- Capacity
- 125 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Permit issued
- 2024
- License number
- #1799939
Summary
14 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Aug 25, 2026: 1 rule cited
Rules cited on 5 of 14 visits · 12 rules in all · 12 corrected
- Transportation 3
- Records and paperwork 2
- Safe sleep 2
- Supervision and ratios 2
- Building, equipment and play areas 1
- Health, medication and illness 1
- Discipline and child guidance 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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Aug 25, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
746.4803 - Measurement of Use Zone for Stationary Equipment
“The playground was observed with three climbing stationary equipment without the required six feet use zone between them. Note: A photo was taken.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 9, 2026
- May 13, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- May 12, 2026VisitNo rules cited
Aug 27, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
746.3819 - Food Allergy Emergency Plan Signed by Parents and Health Care Professional
“One students food allergy emergency plan did not contain the required health care professional signature.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 3, 2025
746.5205(4) - Documentation of Drills
“The emergency practices did not contain fire drills for the months of June and July.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 3, 2025
- May 22, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- May 7, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- May 5, 2025VisitNo rules cited
- Mar 28, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Feb 27, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
746.501(a)(30) - Written Operational Policies - Support inclusive services
“The operational policy did not contain the support inclusive services section.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 5, 2025
746.501(a)(9) - Written Operational Policies - Safe Sleep for Infants 12 Months and Younger
“The operational policy did not contain the safe sleep for infants section.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 5, 2025
Feb 3, 2025Complaint investigation6 rules cited
746.5617(a)(1) - Required Equipment in Vehicles - List of Children
“Based on the DFPS investigation, there is sufficient evidence to suggest that the driver did not sign in the students at pick up.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 28, 2025
746.5625(d)(1) - Electronic Child Safety Alarm - Driver or designated employee verify all children accounted for
“Based on the DFPS investigation, there is sufficient evidence to suggest that the driver of the vehicle did not ensure that all children had been accounted for.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 28, 2025
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
“Based on the DFPS investigation, there is sufficient evidence to suggest that a five-year-old child was left unsupervised in a vehicle for approximately one hour.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 28, 2025
746.5625(d)(2) - Electronic Child Safety Alarm - Driver or designated employee conduct walk-through and visual check of vehicle
“Based on the DFPS investigation, there is sufficient evidence to suggest that the driver of the vehicle did not conduct a walk through of the vehicle prior to disarming the child safety alarm.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 28, 2025
746.5605(4) - AP Safety Precautions for Loading and Unloading Children - No Child Unattended
“Based on the DFPS investigation, there is sufficient evidence to suggest that a five-year-old child was left on the vehicle unattended.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 28, 2025
746.1201(4) - AP Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Ensure No Child Abused, Neglected, or Exploited
“Based on the DFPS investigation, there is sufficient evidence to suggest that neglectful supervision occurred at the operation when a five-year-old child was left on the vehicle for approximately one hour.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 28, 2025
Show 4 earlier visits
- Jan 16, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Jan 7, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
746.2426(a)(1) - Infant May Not Sleep in a Restrictive Device
“A two month old infant was observed sleeping in a swing with a blanket. Note: Pictures were taken and this was corrected during the inspection.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 16, 2025
- Jan 2, 2025VisitNo rules cited
- Jul 30, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
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FAQ
Questions about New Life Ministry DBA Discovery Kidz
Is New Life Ministry DBA Discovery Kidz licensed?
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued August 15, 2024.
When was New Life Ministry DBA Discovery Kidz last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on August 25, 2026, with 1 rule cited. It lists 14 visits in the last 3 years.
Has New Life Ministry DBA Discovery Kidz had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 12 rules across 5 of 14 visits in the last 3 years; 12 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 New Life Ministry DBA Discovery Kidz care for?
125, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does New Life Ministry DBA Discovery Kidz accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are New Life Ministry DBA Discovery Kidz'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 New Life Ministry DBA Discovery Kidz cost?
Monthly tuition from $440 to $830, as it lists it.
What is New Life Ministry DBA Discovery Kidz's phone number?
(713) 910-9100.
Where is New Life Ministry DBA Discovery Kidz?
3901 Spencer Hwy Ste 150, Pasadena, TX 77504. The nearest other daycare we list is Academy Learning Center, 0.6 miles away.