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St Jerome Early Childhood CTR
- licensed capacity
- 153
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $185
- year first permitted
- 1991
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About
About St Jerome Early Childhood CTR
St Jerome Early Childhood CTR is a licensed child care center in Houston, Texas. The state has permitted it since February 14, 1991, for up to 153 children, serving infants, toddlers and preschoolers.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 5 visits in the last 3 years and cited 8 rules across 4 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
Infants
Ages served: infants, toddlers and preschoolers
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers and preschoolers
- Hours today
- 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 153 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Infants, toddlers and preschoolersFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Licensed capacity | 153 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
St Jerome Early Childhood CTR has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Harris County has a median price of $185 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 St Jerome Early Childhood CTR
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Full Permit
- Capacity
- 153 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers and preschoolers
- Permit issued
- 1991
- License number
- #403990
Summary
5 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Apr 24, 2026: 2 rules cited
Rules cited on 4 of 5 visits · 8 rules in all · 8 corrected
- Records and paperwork 2
- Food and nutrition 1
- Building, equipment and play areas 1
- Supervision and ratios 1
- Safety and hazards 1
- Staff training and qualifications 1
- Health, medication and illness 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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Apr 24, 2026Inspection2 rules cited
746.605(6) - Required Admission Information - Emergency Contact
“Seven of the reviewed children files did not have a complete emergency contact address.”
The state verified the correction on May 5, 2026
746.2421(b) - Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days
“A reviewed infant feeding instruction was last updated on 1.30.26. This form was corrected during the inspection when the parent updated the infant feeding instruction.”
Corrected during the visit
Jul 29, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
746.4813(c) - Measurement of Use Zone for Rotating and Rocking Equipment - No Overlap
“The space between the seesaw and a rotating equipment is 7ft. The use zone between the equipment overlaps.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 3, 2025
- May 21, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Apr 28, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
“A caregiver was providing care for 12 two year olds. This was corrected when an additional caregiver arrived in the classroom.”
The state verified the correction on May 21, 2025
746.3701 - Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
“A large hole that posed a tripping hazard was located on the playground area. This was corrected when the director covered the hole.”
Corrected during the visit
May 13, 2024Inspection3 rules cited
746.1315(a) - Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric first aid with rescue breathing and choking.
“One caregiver did not have current First Aid/CPR training.”
The state verified the correction on May 29, 2024
746.501(a)(1) - Written Operational Policies - Operating Times
“The operations written operational policies did not address the following required topics: Promotion of indoor and outdoor physical activity. A classroom that enables a mother to breastfeed her child. Preventing and responding to abuse and neglect of children. Procedures for supporting inclusive services to children with special care needs. Parents may visit the child-care center at any time during hours of operation. A child -care center is a gang-free zone.”
The state verified the correction on May 15, 2024
746.3819 - Food Allergy Emergency Plan Signed by Parents and Health Care Professional
“Two children did not have their food allergy emergency plan on file.”
The state verified the correction on May 27, 2024
May 15, 2023Inspection4 rules cited
746.5537(a)(3) - Electronic or Battery-Operated Carbon Monoxide Detector-Document Test Date, Battery Installation Date, and Staff Name Testing and Installation
“The testing of the carbon monoxide detector was not documented.”
The state verified the correction on May 19, 2023
746.5307(a) - Inspect Fire Extinguishers Monthly
“The testing of the fire extinguisher was not documented.”
The state verified the correction on May 19, 2023
746.5319 - Smoke Detectors Testing
“There was no documentation showing that the smoke detector had been tested.”
The state verified the correction on May 19, 2023
746.5101(a) - Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
“The fire inspection that was available for review expired on 11/21/2022.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 23, 2023
- Jun 7, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
- Jun 1, 2022VisitNo rules cited
- May 23, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
May 17, 2022Inspection1 rule cited
746.3503(a) - Diaper Changing Equipment - Smooth, Non-absorbent, Easy to Clean Surface
“In two of the toddler classrooms the diaper changing mat had several tares in the middle of the changing mats. NOTE: Corrected at inspection when the two changing mats were replaced.”
Corrected during the visit
Show 7 earlier visits
- Feb 17, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
Feb 9, 2022Inspection2 rules cited
746.2426 - Infant May Not Sleep in a Restrictive Device
“A three month old infant was sleeping in a bouncer. Corrected: When the caregiver took the infant out the bouncer.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 17, 2022
746.2911 - Adequate Lighting During Naptime
“In the toddler classroom it was dark when I walked in the classroom where it was hard to see the children. Corrected: When the caregiver open the blinds in the classroom.”
Corrected during the visit
Jan 27, 2022Inspection3 rules cited
746.1203(2) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know Group Responsible For
“A caregiver stated she had 10 children, when I counted they were 11 children in care the caregiver was unaware of how many children she had during nap time.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 9, 2022
745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
“Two caregivers one in the infant class and one in the toddler class observed providing direct care to the infants in these classrooms prior to receiving eligibility status.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 9, 2022
746.1203(3) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know Children's Names and Ages
“The caregiver was unsure of the ages of the children she had in care.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 9, 2022
Jan 25, 2022Complaint investigation1 rule cited
746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
“The toddler one class had 6 children in the group with one caregiver SAG 12-17 month of. The ratio for this class is one to five.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 9, 2022
- Jan 14, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
Jan 13, 2022Complaint investigation2 rules cited
746.2805 - Prohibited Punishments - No Harsh, Cruel or Unusual
“The caregiver used harsh punishment when she forcefully sitting the child down in a chair.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 9, 2022
746.1201(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
“The caregiver didn't show good judgment when she yanked a child out of his seat and dragged him across the room.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 9, 2022
- Oct 25, 2021InspectionNo rules cited
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FAQ
Questions about St Jerome Early Childhood CTR
Is St Jerome Early Childhood CTR licensed?
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued February 14, 1991.
When was St Jerome Early Childhood CTR last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on April 24, 2026, with 2 rules cited. It lists 5 visits in the last 3 years.
Has St Jerome Early Childhood CTR had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 8 rules across 4 of 5 visits in the last 3 years; 8 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 St Jerome Early Childhood CTR care for?
153, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers and preschoolers.
Does St Jerome Early Childhood CTR accept child care subsidies?
The state record does not list it as accepting subsidies. Ask the provider directly.
What are St Jerome Early Childhood CTR's hours?
Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does St Jerome Early Childhood CTR cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (713) 461-0835 to ask.
What is St Jerome Early Childhood CTR's phone number?
(713) 461-0835.
Where is St Jerome Early Childhood CTR?
8825 Kempwood Dr, Houston, TX 77080. The nearest other daycare we list is Cinthia Rodas, 0.8 miles away.