First Prep Academy
18855 W Little York Rd Ste 300, Katy, TX
5.0· 15 reviews
Smartie Pants Academy Center
- licensed capacity
- 76
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $172
- year first permitted
- 2018
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About
About Smartie Pants Academy Center
Smartie Pants Academy Center is a licensed child care center in Katy, Texas. The state has permitted it since June 20, 2018, for up to 76 children, serving toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 5:30 PM.
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 8 visits in the last 3 years and cited 9 rules across 5 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
School-ageAccepts child care subsidyOpens before 7 AM
Ages served: toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 76 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 6:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Thursday | 6:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Friday | 6:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 76 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Smartie Pants Academy Center has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time toddler care at a child care center in Harris 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.
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 Smartie Pants Academy Center
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Full Permit
- Capacity
- 76 children
- Ages
- Toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Permit issued
- 2018
- License number
- #1674943
Summary
8 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit May 14, 2026: 1 rule cited
Rules cited on 5 of 8 visits · 9 rules in all · 9 corrected
- Building, equipment and play areas 3
- Safety and hazards 2
- Staff training and qualifications 1
- Transportation 1
- Health, medication and illness 1
- Safe sleep 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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May 14, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
746.5307(a) - Inspect Fire Extinguishers Monthly
“Monthly fire extinguisher checks were not performed as required. The fire extinguishers located in the pre-k room and at the front desk were found to be out of service.”
The state verified the correction on May 28, 2026
- Sep 24, 2025VisitNo rules cited
Jul 8, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
746.5101(a) - Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
“During the inspection, the annual fire inspection report was not available for review. The current one expired on 06/05/2025.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 25, 2025
- Jun 23, 2025VisitNo rules cited
- Jun 2, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Oct 10, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
746.1315(a) - Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric first aid with rescue breathing and choking.
“One caregiver's file lacked the pediatric and CPR first aid card in file.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 10, 2024
Jul 11, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
746.4309 - Fenced Outdoor Activity Space -Gates Locked
“The fence gate had a padlock, and the fence gate area had a material that was fastened to the other side of the fence gate. The fence gate would not open. This was corrected at the inspection when the director cut off the material after removing the padlock.”
Corrected during the visit
Jun 10, 2024Inspection5 rules cited
746.801(21) - Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Vehicles
“The documentation and equipment related to transportation were not available for review during the inspection.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 18, 2024
746.603(a)(4) - Children's Records - Immunizations
“One child's immunization record was missing page 1 of 3; therefore, the immunization record was incomplete.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 18, 2024
746.801(8) - Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Playground Maintenance Records
“The playground maintenance checklist were not available for review.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 18, 2024
746.4503(a) - Individual Cot, Bed, or Mat for Each Walking Child Through 4 Years of Age
“The play yards in the pre-k classroom were torn. This was corrected when the play yards were removed from use.”
Corrected during the visit
746.4751(c) - Maintenance Procedures for Active Play - Hazards Removed or Repaired
“The fence on the playground was leaning. The posts on the bottom were broken.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 11, 2024
Oct 26, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
“A caregiver on the employee list and present did not have the background check submitted. This was corrected at the inspection when the owner submitted it.”
Corrected during the visit
- Jul 12, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
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Jun 26, 2023Inspection5 rules cited
746.603(a)(4) - Children's Records - Immunizations
“One child's record lacked the updated immunization record for the age.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 12, 2023
746.901(6)(A) - Required Personnel Records-signed dated statement that employee received child care center's operational policies
“One caergiver's file lacked the acknowledgment form to be filled out and signed .”
The state verified the correction on Jul 12, 2023
746.901(2) - Required Personnel Records- Meets Requirements
“One caregiver records did not have the educational requirements on file.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 12, 2023
746.801(3) - Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Personnel and Training Records
“The personnel's training records were not available at the center for review.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 12, 2023
745.651(1) - Background Check Validation - You must inactivate a subject who is no longer associated with your operation within 7 days of leaving
“Two individuals listed active on the background check were no longer associated with the operaton for more than the 7 days.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 12, 2023
Jul 29, 2022Inspection1 rule cited
746.801(3) - Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Personnel and Training Records
“The personnel training records were not available for review.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 1, 2022
Jun 30, 2022Inspection2 rules cited
746.801(3) - Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Personnel and Training Records
“The personnel training records were not available for review.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 29, 2022
746.501(a)(18) - Written Operational Policies - Promotion of Physical Activity
“The operational policies did not include a policy on promotion of physical activity.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 14, 2022
- Jun 23, 2022VisitNo rules cited
- Apr 25, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
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FAQ
Questions about Smartie Pants Academy Center
Is Smartie Pants Academy Center licensed?
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued June 20, 2018.
When was Smartie Pants Academy Center last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on May 14, 2026, with 1 rule cited. It lists 8 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Smartie Pants Academy Center had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 9 rules across 5 of 8 visits in the last 3 years; 9 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 Smartie Pants Academy Center care for?
76, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Smartie Pants Academy Center accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Smartie Pants Academy Center's hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 5:30 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Smartie Pants Academy Center cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (832) 906-6571 to ask.
What is Smartie Pants Academy Center's phone number?
(832) 906-6571.
Where is Smartie Pants Academy Center?
18855 W Little York Rd Ste 200, Katy, TX 77449. The nearest other daycare we list is First Prep Academy, under 0.1 miles away.