Bridgette Bowden
Port Arthur, TX 77642 · infants to school-age · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Smarty Pants Academy
- licensed capacity
- 76
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $135
- year first permitted
- 2022
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About Smarty Pants Academy
Smarty Pants Academy is a licensed child care center in Port Arthur, Texas. The state has permitted it since August 30, 2022, for up to 76 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM. It describes a Faith-based approach, with after-school care, infant care, pre-k and summer camp. It says it provides meals.
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 7 visits in the last 3 years and cited 7 rules across 4 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsPreschool / pre-KBefore- and after-schoolSummer campFaith-basedMeals providedSecure entryAccepts child care subsidyOpens before 7 AM
Ages served: infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
6 wk
6 mo
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 76 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license. It lists: Birth to 12 years |
|---|---|
| Programs | After-school care, infant care, pre-k and summer camp |
| Approach | Faith-based |
| Enrichment | Water play, STEAM adventures, arts, crafts |
| Class size | Up to 10 children |
| Daily life | Meals provided; Snacks provided |
| Safety | Keyfob entry and continuous monitoring |
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Assistance it accepts | CCS |
| Licensed capacity | 76 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Smarty Pants Academy has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Jefferson County has a median price of $135 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$135
Home daycare$124
Toddler
Center$128
Home daycare$119
Preschool
Center$125
Home daycare$118
School age
Center$120
Home daycare$113
State record
Inspection reports for Smarty Pants Academy
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Full Permit
- Capacity
- 76 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Permit issued
- 2022
- License number
- #1734829
Summary
7 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit May 5, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 4 of 7 visits · 7 rules in all · 7 corrected
- Records and paperwork 2
- Safe sleep 1
- Supervision and ratios 1
- Discipline and child guidance 1
- Health, medication and illness 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.
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- May 5, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Apr 29, 2026Inspection2 rules cited
746.2426(a)(1) - Infant May Not Sleep in a Restrictive Device
“At time of inspection, a three month old was observed sleeping in stroller.”
The state verified the correction on May 5, 2026
746.1011(a) - Director present-Minimum 75%
“At the time of inspection, Director's timesheet for April only showed attendance for 4/7/2026.”
The state verified the correction on May 5, 2026
- Apr 6, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Apr 3, 2026Complaint investigation2 rules cited
746.305(a)(6) - Report Situation Placing Children at Risk
“Based on information provided, once made aware. The director did not notify licensing that a staff member may have hit a child while in care.”
The state verified the correction on May 5, 2026
746.2805 - Prohibited Punishments - No Harsh, Cruel or Unusual
“Based on information provided, there is evidence to support that caregivers have used inappropriate discipline.”
The state verified the correction on May 5, 2026
Jun 24, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
746.605(11) - Required Admission Information - Emergency Medical Authorization
“Five records were reviewed. One child is missing medical authorization information on the enrollment form.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 24, 2025
746.2419(6) - Requirements for Feeding Infants - Label Bottles/Cups
“Bottles were not labeled in the infant room yet placed with the child's crib. Bottles need to be labeled or have an assigned chart. This was corrected at inspection; bottles were labeled.”
Corrected during the visit
Jan 22, 2025Visit1 rule cited
746.303(b) - Report Number of Employees
“A Review of the Employees Who Left Employment in 2024 data from January 22, 2025, 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 22, 2025
- Jul 3, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Oct 27, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
- Oct 17, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
Jul 24, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
746.3401(a) - Annual Sanitation Inspection
“Annual inspection has not been completed due to changes in staffing at Health Department (inspector called Health Department during inspection). Head of Health Department stated coming within the hour.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 24, 2023
Show 5 earlier visits
- Feb 3, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
- Aug 22, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
Jul 18, 2022Inspection3 rules cited
746.3417(3) - Children Handwashing After Toileting or Diapering
“The infants hands are washed with wipes and not soap and water.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 19, 2022
746.3819 - Food Allergy Emergency Plan Signed by Parents and Health Care Professional
“One child does not have the doctor signature for administering an Epi-Pen.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 20, 2022
746.2421(a) - Written Feeding Instructions - Signed and Dated by Parent or Health-Care Professional
“The infants do not have infant feeding instructions. There is a chart of how many ounces each age group (infant) should have, but not individual signed by the parent.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 21, 2022
- May 17, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
Mar 1, 2022Inspection4 rules cited
746.3701 - Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
“A tree stump is in the outdoor play area. This is a tripping hazard for the children and caregivers which can cause injury. The stump needs to be removed. The hole where the stump was will need to be filled to prevent further injury. (no children in care).”
The state verified the correction on Mar 1, 2022
746.3407(12) - Mark Cleaning Supplies, Toxic Materials; Keep Separate from Food and Inaccessible to Children
“Cleaning supplies were under the sink without a child safety lock on the cabinet door. The cleaning supplies was accessible to children. This was corrected at inspection when the cleaning supplies were stored in a place inaccessible to children. (no children in care).”
Corrected during the visit
746.4309 - Fenced Outdoor Activity Space -Gates Locked
“The gates to the outside play area need locks. This will prevent children from opening the gate during outdoor time and possibly running into the streets. Keys to the locks must be accessible to caregivers at all times during outdoor time. (no children in care)”
The state verified the correction on Mar 1, 2022
746.3503(a) - Diaper Changing Equipment - Smooth, Non-absorbent, Easy to Clean Surface
“The changing mat had a cloth cover. This was corrected at application inspection when the cover was taken off. (no children in care)”
Corrected during the visit
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FAQ
Questions about Smarty Pants Academy
Is Smarty Pants Academy licensed?
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued August 30, 2022.
When was Smarty Pants Academy last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on May 5, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 7 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Smarty Pants Academy had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 7 rules across 4 of 7 visits in the last 3 years; 7 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 Smarty Pants Academy care for?
76, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Smarty Pants Academy accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Smarty Pants Academy's hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Smarty Pants Academy cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (409) 999-6226 to ask.
What is Smarty Pants Academy's phone number?
(409) 999-6226.
Where is Smarty Pants Academy?
601 9th Ave, Port Arthur, TX 77642.