PEP Ray High School CCISD
1002 Texan Trl, Corpus Christi, TX
Special Place Daycare
- licensed capacity
- 33
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $153
- year first permitted
- 2019
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About
About Special Place Daycare
Special Place Daycare is a licensed child care center in Corpus Christi, Texas. The state has permitted it since June 13, 2019, for up to 33 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:30 PM.
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 3 visits in the last 3 years and cited 2 rules across 2 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- 7:00 AM to 6:30 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 33 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 7:00 AM to 6:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:00 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:00 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Thursday | 7:00 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Friday | 7:00 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Licensed capacity | 33 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Special Place Daycare has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Nueces County has a median price of $153 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$153
Home daycare$138
Toddler
Center$144
Home daycare$133
Preschool
Center$140
Home daycare$131
School age
Center$133
Home daycare$125
State record
Inspection reports for Special Place Daycare
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Full Permit
- Capacity
- 33 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Permit issued
- 2019
- License number
- #1684356
Summary
3 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Aug 7, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 2 of 3 visits · 2 rules in all · 2 corrected
- Building, equipment and play areas 1
- Staff training and qualifications 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 7, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Sep 12, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
“Vents, ceiling fans and window seals throughout the facility were observed with dirt and debris. The vent hood in the kitchen was also observed with dirt and debris. A fire extinguisher in the pre-k hallway was observed with dirt and debris. Peeling paint was observed on the toddler room door.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 18, 2025
Sep 26, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
746.1301(a)(1)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Orientation
“1 out of the 4 care giver's training records evaluated was missing 2 hours of training, out of the required 16 hours of training needed within their 90 days of employment.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 27, 2024
Sep 28, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
“The outdoor playground was observed to have the following hazards: a red push stroller with an active spider nest and adult spiders in access to children, a hole in the ground that is 4 in. wide by 9 in. in length and 8 in. deep, that poses a fall or tripping hazard, and a broken shelf that is damaged with warped material and in access to children.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 5, 2023
- Nov 2, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
Oct 18, 2022Inspection2 rules cited
746.1203(4) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Supervision of Children
“One caregiver was observed to be supervising two separate classrooms during naptime. The caregiver did not have adequate supervision of the classroom with specified age 18mos-24mos.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 2, 2022
746.3819 - Food Allergy Emergency Plan Signed by Parents and Health Care Professional
“A food allergy emergency plan for a child with a diagnosed food allergy was not available at time of inspection.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 21, 2022
- Nov 15, 2021InspectionNo rules cited
Nov 9, 2021Inspection1 rule cited
746.1613(a)(6) - Naptime Child/Caregiver Ratio - Caregivers Physically Present
“During a follow up inspection, the operation still did not have enough staff in the facility during naptime. This is a re-cite.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 15, 2021
Nov 2, 2021Inspection1 rule cited
746.1613(a)(6) - Naptime Child/Caregiver Ratio - Caregivers Physically Present
“Inspector observed someone speaking to a parent at the door upon arrival to the facility. A caregiver opened the door for Inspector and left classroom unattended. Inspector observed two more staff leave their rooms during the visit. One of the two staff was supervising the infant room and left the room unsupervised twice during the inspection.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 9, 2021
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FAQ
Questions about Special Place Daycare
Is Special Place Daycare licensed?
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued June 13, 2019.
When was Special Place Daycare last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on August 7, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 3 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Special Place Daycare had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 2 rules across 2 of 3 visits in the last 3 years; 2 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 Special Place Daycare care for?
33, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Special Place Daycare accept child care subsidies?
The state record does not list it as accepting subsidies. Ask the provider directly.
What are Special Place Daycare's hours?
Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:30 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Special Place Daycare cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (361) 851-5053 to ask.
What is Special Place Daycare's phone number?
(361) 851-5053.
Where is Special Place Daycare?
3065 S Staples St, Corpus Christi, TX 78404. The nearest other daycare we list is PEP Ray High School CCISD, 0.4 miles away.