Little Scholars Academy
308 W 28th St, Bryan, TX
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St. Joseph Catholic Early Learning Center
- licensed capacity
- 119
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $154
- year first permitted
- 2007
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About
About St. Joseph Catholic Early Learning Center
St. Joseph Catholic Early Learning Center is a licensed child care center in Bryan, Texas. The state has permitted it since February 1, 2007, for up to 119 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 2 rules across 1 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsFaith-basedAccepts child care subsidy
Ages served: infants, toddlers and preschoolers
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers and preschoolers
- Hours today
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 119 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 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 |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Infants, toddlers and preschoolersFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 119 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
St. Joseph Catholic Early Learning Center has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Brazos County has a median price of $154 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$154
Home daycare$139
Toddler
Center$145
Home daycare$134
Preschool
Center$141
Home daycare$132
School age
Center$134
Home daycare$126
State record
Inspection reports for St. Joseph Catholic Early Learning Center
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Full Permit
- Capacity
- 119 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers and preschoolers
- Permit issued
- 2007
- License number
- #856146
Summary
5 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jul 2, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 1 of 5 visits · 2 rules in all · 2 corrected
- Records and paperwork 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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- Jul 2, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Aug 19, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- May 22, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Aug 21, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
746.605(6) - Required Admission Information - Emergency Contact
“Two children did not have an emergency contact address and one child did not have emergency contact information.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 5, 2024
746.1301(a)(2)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Pre-Service Training
“One caregiver only obtained 8 hours of preservice, and did not obtain the remaining 16 hours before their 90 days of employment.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 6, 2024
- Jun 27, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Sep 7, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
746.5101(b) - Annual Fire Inspection - Conducted by Fire Marshal
“The operation did not have a passed fire inspection from 2022.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 11, 2023
Jul 18, 2023Visit1 rule cited
746.201(4) - Designating Director
“A director has not been assigned to the operation since 6/9/2023.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 21, 2023
- May 8, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
- Apr 27, 2023VisitNo rules cited
Jan 30, 2023Visit1 rule cited
746.303(b) - Report Number of Employees
“A review of the Employees Who Left Employment in 2022 data from January 26, 2023, revealed that the center had not reported the number of employees who left employment in 2022, as required.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 3, 2023
Show 5 earlier visits
Nov 10, 2022Inspection1 rule cited
746.2505(3) - Furnishings and Equipment for Toddlers - Items Accessible to Children
“Observed two toddler classrooms who did not have toys in the reach of children. One classroom had the shelf blocking the other shelf which had the toys on them. The other classroom had the shelf turned around and toys on top of the shelf. This was corrected when the toys were put in the reach of the children and Shelves were moved.”
Corrected during the visit
Oct 28, 2022Inspection1 rule cited
745.635(3) - AP Background ck determination - If provisionally eligible w/conditions or eligible w/conditions you must restrict duties per conditions/restrictions
“It was found after interviewing multilple staff that a caregiver that has conditions on their background check is being left alone in a two year old classroom. The caregivers conditions state that they cannot be left alone with children. During the walkthrough it was seen that the caregiver was present in the room with other caregivers who have no conditions. An administrative penalty will be recommended as a result of this citation, per HRC ?42.078.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 8, 2022
Oct 26, 2022Complaint investigation4 rules cited
746.5205(1) - Fire Drill Monthly - Exit in 3 Minutes
“After talking to four staff members it was found that fire drills are not physically being conducted. Staff members are not aware of when there is a drill happening and where they should recover to incase a fire occurs.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 10, 2022
746.2505(3) - Furnishings and Equipment for Toddlers - Items Accessible to Children
“In two toddler classrooms the toy storage shelves were turned around and not accesible to children and toys were also up on a shelf.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 10, 2022
746.3415(13) - Employee Handwashing After Removing Gloves
“A caregiver at the operation stated that they do not wash their hands after removing gloves when changing diapers.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 10, 2022
746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
“After interviewing staff it was found that the operation was out of ratio on the date in question and is often out of ratio.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 10, 2022
Sep 12, 2022Inspection2 rules cited
746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
“Observed overgrown grass on the playground. I spoke to the director about ensuring the grass stays cut .”
The state verified the correction on Sep 13, 2022
746.603(a) - Children's Records Maintained
“Out of 10 children files, one child's file was missing a health statement and immunization record.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 13, 2022
- Oct 12, 2021InspectionNo rules cited
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FAQ
Questions about St. Joseph Catholic Early Learning Center
Is St. Joseph Catholic Early Learning Center licensed?
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued February 1, 2007.
When was St. Joseph Catholic Early Learning Center last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on July 2, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 5 visits in the last 3 years.
Has St. Joseph Catholic Early Learning Center had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 2 rules across 1 of 5 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 St. Joseph Catholic Early Learning Center care for?
119, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers and preschoolers.
Does St. Joseph Catholic Early Learning Center accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are St. Joseph Catholic Early Learning Center'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. Joseph Catholic Early Learning Center cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (979) 779-0861 to ask.
What is St. Joseph Catholic Early Learning Center's phone number?
(979) 779-0861.
Where is St. Joseph Catholic Early Learning Center?
109 N Preston Ave, Bryan, TX 77803. The nearest other daycare we list is AlphaBEST @ Fannin-Bryan, 0.3 miles away.