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Raising Stars STEM Center

9300 Emmett F Lowry Expy Ste 70, Texas City, TX 775915.0· 17 reviews
licensed capacity
126
open each week
6 days
a week, county median
$172
year first permitted
2023

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About Raising Stars STEM Center

Raising Stars STEM Center is a licensed child care center in Texas City, Texas. The state has permitted it since April 12, 2023, for up to 126 children, serving toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.

It is open Monday to Saturday, 5:30 AM to 6:30 PM. It describes its programs: infant care, preschool, summer camp and toddler care.

Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 10 visits in the last 3 years and cited 11 rules across 3 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

InfantsSchool-ageSummer campAccepts child care subsidyWeekend hoursOpens before 7 AM

Ages served: toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children

From the state license
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Type
Child care center
Ages
Toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
Hours today
5:30 AM to 6:30 PM
Licensed capacity
126 children

Hours

Hours

MondayToday5:30 AM to 6:30 PM
Tuesday5:30 AM to 6:30 PM
Wednesday5:30 AM to 6:30 PM
Thursday5:30 AM to 6:30 PM
Friday5:30 AM to 6:30 PM
Saturday5:30 AM to 6:30 PM
SundayNot listed
From the state license

Programs

Programs and care

AgesToddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license
ProgramsInfant care, preschool, summer camp and toddler care
Child care subsidyAccepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license
Licensed capacity126 childrenFrom the state license
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Cost

Tuition and costs

Raising Stars STEM Center has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time toddler care at a child care center in Galveston County has a median price of $172 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.
Galveston 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 Raising Stars STEM Center

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
Full Permit
Capacity
126 children
Ages
Toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
Permit issued
2023
License number
#1752846
See the state's record

Summary

10 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jun 4, 2026: no rules cited

Rules cited on 3 of 10 visits · 11 rules in all · 11 corrected

  • Health, medication and illness 4
  • Staff training and qualifications 2
  • Safety and hazards 2
  • Supervision and ratios 1
  • Discipline and child guidance 1
  • Building, equipment and play areas 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. Jun 4, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  2. May 6, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  3. May 3, 2026Visit1 rule cited
    • Supervision and ratiosHigh risk

      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

      “During the investigation inspection, it was found caregiver lacked supervision of children while in care.”

      The state verified the correction on Jun 4, 2026

  4. Apr 15, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  5. Jul 11, 2025VisitNo rules cited
  6. Jun 25, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  7. Apr 15, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  8. May 31, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  9. Apr 22, 2024Inspection9 rules cited
    • Discipline and child guidanceMedium risk

      746.2203(b) - Written Activity Plans - Plan Followed by Caregiver

      “During the inspection, 3 out of 5 classrooms were observed not following their written activity plan. Classrooms were supposed to be outside.”

      The state verified the correction on May 31, 2024

    • Building, equipment and play areasMedium High risk

      746.4911(a) - Installation of Unitary Surfacing Materials - to Manufacturer's Specifications

      “During the inspection, the artificial grass surfacing on the playground has not been maintained, and is lifted in multiple areas, which poses a tripping hazard.”

      The state verified the correction on May 31, 2024

    • Staff training and qualificationsMedium risk

      746.2505(4)(A) - Furnishings and Equipment for Toddlers - Bottles & Training Cups Labeled for Each Toddler

      “During the inspection, there were five training cups not labeled with child's name in 2 out of the 5 classrooms.”

      The state verified the correction on May 31, 2024

    • Safety and hazardsHigh risk

      746.3407(12) - Mark Cleaning Supplies, Toxic Materials; Keep Separate from Food and Inaccessible to Children

      “During the inspection, 1 classroom was observed with Lysol and cleaning solution in reach of children. Noted: Lysol and cleaning solution were removed and placed in a higher cabinet by director.”

      Corrected during the visit

    • Safety and hazardsMedium High risk

      746.5103 - Documentation of Fire Inspection

      “During inspection, operation did not have documentation showing that fire inspection was conducted.”

      The state verified the correction on Apr 26, 2024

    • Staff training and qualificationsMedium High risk

      746.1315(b)(1) - CPR Training and Recertification Adhere to Guidelines-skill based

      “Staff hired February 29, 2024 conducted pediatric CPR online.”

      The state verified the correction on Apr 26, 2024

    • Health, medication and illnessMedium High risk

      746.3501(6) - Diaper Changing Steps-Supplies Kept Out of Child's Reach

      “During the inspection, it was observed in 3 out of the 5 classrooms diapers, wipes, and powder was in reach of the children.”

      The state verified the correction on May 31, 2024

    • Health, medication and illnessMedium High risk

      746.3503(d) - Diaper Changing Equipment - Hand-washing Sink in Diaper Changing Area

      “During inspection, hand washing sink was not observed near the diaper changing area in one classroom.”

      The state verified the correction on May 31, 2024

    • Health, medication and illnessMedium High risk

      746.3420(2) - Hand Sanitizer - Not Used on Visibly Soiled Hands Unless Away From Classroom and Soap & Water Not Available

      “Classroom is using hand sanitizer in replace of soap and water during diaper changing time.”

      The state verified the correction on May 31, 2024

  10. Nov 13, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
    • Health, medication and illnessMedium risk

      746.4003(a)(8) - First Aid Kit Incomplete - Tweezers

      “The first aid kit is missing tweezers.”

      The state verified the correction on Nov 13, 2023

Show 6 earlier visits
  1. Jul 25, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
    • Background checksHigh risk

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

      “A potential employee hired 7/25/2023 was working with children before the operation submitted the background check. There are no eligibility results on file. This was corrected when the person left the premises.”

      The state verified the correction on Jul 25, 2023

  2. Jul 11, 2023VisitNo rules cited
  3. Mar 28, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
    • Records and paperworkMedium High risk

      746.605(6) - Required Admission Information - Emergency Contact

      “Two of ten records did not contain a completed emergency contact.”

      The state verified the correction on Mar 31, 2023

  4. Feb 22, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
    • Records and paperworkMedium risk

      746.5205(4) - Documentation of Drills

      “Fire drill for January was not documented during inspection. SN: This was corrected during inspection.”

      Corrected during the visit

  5. Dec 12, 2022Inspection1 rule cited
    • Safe sleepMedium risk

      746.4503(b) - Cots, Beds, Mats Labeled With Child's Name

      “Nap time mats were observed without labels. SN: This was corrected during the inspection.”

      Corrected during the visit

  6. Oct 4, 2022InspectionNo 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 Raising Stars STEM Center

Is Raising Stars STEM Center licensed?

Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued April 12, 2023.

When was Raising Stars STEM Center last inspected?

Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on June 4, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 10 visits in the last 3 years.

Has Raising Stars STEM Center had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 11 rules across 3 of 10 visits in the last 3 years; 11 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 Raising Stars STEM Center care for?

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

Does Raising Stars STEM Center accept child care subsidies?

Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.

What are Raising Stars STEM Center's hours?

Monday to Saturday, 5:30 AM to 6:30 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.

How much does Raising Stars STEM Center cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (409) 440-8528 to ask.

What is Raising Stars STEM Center's phone number?

(409) 440-8528.

Where is Raising Stars STEM Center?

9300 Emmett F Lowry Expy Ste 70, Texas City, TX 77591. The nearest other daycare we list is Upbring Head Start (Texas City), 0.4 miles away.

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