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Katy, TX 77494 · infants to school-age · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Safari Kids Learning Center
- licensed capacity
- 258
- open each week
- 5 days
- weekly, posted tuition
- $80
- year first permitted
- 2015
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About
About Safari Kids Learning Center
Safari Kids Learning Center is a licensed child care center in Katy, Texas. The state has permitted it since December 16, 2015, for up to 258 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 6:30 PM. It describes a Montessori approach, with after-school care, drop-in care, infant care and pre-k. It lists weekly tuition from $80 to $275.
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 17 visits in the last 3 years and cited 17 rules across 7 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsMontessoriPreschool / pre-KBefore- and after-schoolSummer campAccepts 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
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 258 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 6:00 AM to 6:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:00 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:00 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Thursday | 6:00 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Friday | 6:00 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Programs | After-school care, drop-in care, infant care, pre-k, preschool, summer camp and toddler care |
| Approach | Montessori |
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Discounts | $10 off the oldest child (sibling discount) |
| Licensed capacity | 258 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Safari Kids Learning Center lists weekly tuition from $80 to $275. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Fort Bend County has a median price of $185 a week (U.S. Department of Labor, 2022).
| Weekly · program, in its own words | Price |
|---|---|
| After School (5 to 12 years), 3 Days | $95 |
| After School (5 to 12 years), 5 Days | $125 |
| Before and After School (5 to 12 years), 3 Days | $100 |
| Before and After School (5 to 12 years), 5 Days | $150 |
| Before School (5 to 12 years) | $80 |
| Infants (6 wks. to 12 months), 3 Days | $225 |
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| Infants (6 wks. to 12 months), 5 Days | $275 |
| Pre-Kindergarten (4 years) | $220 |
| Preschoolers (3 years) | $175 |
| Toddlers (18–23 months), 3 Days | $200 |
| Toddlers (18–23 months), 5 Days | $245 |
| Toddlers 2 (2 years), 3 Days | $185 |
| Toddlers 2 (2 years), 5 Days | $235 |
| Young Toddlers (13–17 months), 3 Days | $210 |
| Young Toddlers (13–17 months), 5 Days | $255 |
| Daily · program, in its own words | Price |
|---|---|
| Children 2 to 12 years | $75 |
| Infants and Toddlers | $85 |
| Registration Fee for Hourly Drop-in only | $75 |
| Registration Fee (non-refundable) | $100 |
| Children 2 to 12 years | $12 an hour |
| Infants and Toddlers | $15 an hour |
17 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 Safari Kids Learning Center
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Full Permit
- Capacity
- 258 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Permit issued
- 2015
- License number
- #1574516
Summary
17 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Aug 13, 2026: 1 rule cited
Rules cited on 7 of 17 visits · 17 rules in all · 17 corrected
- Safety and hazards 5
- Building, equipment and play areas 4
- Health, medication and illness 2
- Transportation 2
- Records and paperwork 1
- Supervision and ratios 1
- Staff training and qualifications 1
- Food and nutrition 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.
The state lists conditions on this permit.
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See all 22 visits
Aug 13, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
746.3407(9) - Floors, ceilings and Walls in Good Repair and Clean
“Two holes were observed on the gym wall. A hole was observed on a classroom wall.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 27, 2026
Jul 30, 2026Inspection2 rules cited
746.2505(1) - Furnishings and Equipment for Toddlers - Age-appropriate
“A child was buckled into a device that was not age-approptiate.”
Corrected during the visit
746.3407(12) - Mark Cleaning Supplies, Toxic Materials; Keep Separate from Food and Inaccessible to Children
“A cleaning bottle was not labeled in a classroom with children present.”
Corrected during the visit
- Jul 22, 2026VisitNo rules cited
May 19, 2026Visit1 rule cited
746.5101(a) - Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
“Fire marshal inspection was expired. The most recent inspection is dated 1/10/2025.”
The state verified the correction on May 29, 2026
- May 11, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- May 7, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- May 7, 2026VisitNo rules cited
Apr 29, 2026Inspection6 rules cited
746.613(b) - Immunization Records, Exceptions, and Exemptions Current
“Documentation of immunizations were not current for a child enrolled,”
The state verified the correction on May 5, 2026
746.3407(9) - Floors, ceilings and Walls in Good Repair and Clean
“A hole was observed on the gym wall.”
The state verified the correction on May 7, 2026
746.3407(12) - Mark Cleaning Supplies, Toxic Materials; Keep Separate from Food and Inaccessible to Children
“Cleaning supplies were in reach of children in the restroom.”
Corrected during the visit
746.4003(a) - First Aid Kit - Incomplete Kit
“A van was missing the following from the first aid kit: Scissors, Tweezers, and Thermometer. A van had expired first aid supplies.”
The state verified the correction on May 7, 2026
746.5101(a) - Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
“Fire marshal inspection was expired. The most recent inspection is dated 1/10/2025.”
The state verified the correction on May 19, 2026
746.5607(b) - Child Passenger Safety Seat System - Not expired or damaged in accident
“A booster seat that is used by children expired in 2022.”
Corrected during the visit
- May 23, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
May 9, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
746.4907(d) - Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Proper Depth Maintained
“There were multiple areas observed to not have the proper depth of loose - fill surfacing on the outdoor playground.”
The state verified the correction on May 23, 2025
746.3407(12) - Mark Cleaning Supplies, Toxic Materials; Keep Separate from Food and Inaccessible to Children
“There were 2 classrooms observed to have bottles of bleach-water accessible to children. ** The bottles were removed during the inspection. **”
The state verified the correction on May 23, 2025
Show 12 earlier visits
Jan 22, 2025Visit1 rule cited
746.303(b) - Report Number of Employees
“A review of the Employees Who Left Employment in 2024 data revealed that the center had not reported the number of employees who left employment in 2024 by January 15, 2025, as required.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 24, 2025
- May 21, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
May 10, 2024Inspection4 rules cited
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
“A caregiver left a classroom of 18 children unattended during naptime.”
The state verified the correction on May 21, 2024
746.5617(a)(5) - Required Equipment in Vehicles - Fire Extinguisher
“1 out of 3 vans observed did not have a working fire extinguisher.”
The state verified the correction on May 21, 2024
746.1316(a) - Transportation Safety Training -Director and Employee Complete 2 Hours Annually
“A caregiver that transports children did not have transportation training.”
The state verified the correction on May 21, 2024
746.2419(6) - Requirements for Feeding Infants - Label Bottles/Cups
“There were 2 bottles filled with milk without the child's name labeled. **Caregiver labeled the bottled during inspection. **”
The state verified the correction on May 21, 2024
- May 3, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Apr 19, 2024VisitNo rules cited
- Mar 7, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Feb 24, 2024VisitNo rules cited
- Jun 16, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
May 23, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
746.3407(12) - Mark Cleaning Supplies, Toxic Materials; Keep Separate from Food and Inaccessible to Children
“There were unlocked cabinets observed in multiple classrooms with chemicals inside that were accessible to children. The cabinets were locked during the inspection.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 16, 2023
May 23, 2022Inspection3 rules cited
746.3701 - Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
“A playground gate requires maintenance in order to ensure proper closure of the latch.”
The state verified the correction on May 24, 2022
746.3501(6) - Diaper Changing Steps-Supplies Kept Out of Child's Reach
“Diaper ointment stored in two containers on lower shelves was accesible to children in the two year old classroom. Note: the caregiver was prompted to move the diaper ointment out of the reach of children at inspection.”
Corrected during the visit
746.501(a)(18) - Written Operational Policies - Promotion of Physical Activity
“The Operational Policies are lacking a physical activity policy.”
The state verified the correction on May 25, 2022
- May 17, 2022VisitNo rules cited
Oct 13, 2021Inspection1 rule cited
746.2421(b) - Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days
“Three of the six infant feed schedules reviewed had not been updated in the passed 30 days.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 15, 2021
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FAQ
Questions about Safari Kids Learning Center
Is Safari Kids Learning Center licensed?
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued December 16, 2015.
When was Safari Kids Learning Center last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on August 13, 2026, with 1 rule cited. It lists 17 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Safari Kids Learning Center had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 17 rules across 7 of 17 visits in the last 3 years; 17 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 Safari Kids Learning Center care for?
258, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Safari Kids Learning Center accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Safari Kids Learning Center's hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 6:30 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Safari Kids Learning Center cost?
Weekly tuition from $80 to $275, as it lists it.
What is Safari Kids Learning Center's phone number?
(832) 583-9700.
Where is Safari Kids Learning Center?
24936 Katy Ranch Rd, Katy, TX 77494. The nearest other daycare we list is Kiddie Academy of Grand Harbor, 0.6 miles away.