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ST Lukes UMC Weekday Ministries

3471 Westheimer Rd, Houston, TX 77027
licensed capacity
650
open each week
5 days
a week, county median
$185
year first permitted
1989

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About ST Lukes UMC Weekday Ministries

ST Lukes UMC Weekday Ministries is a licensed child care center in Houston, Texas. The state has permitted it since February 6, 1989, for up to 650 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.

It is open Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM. It describes a Faith-based, Play-based and STEM / STEAM approach, with full-time care, infant care, part-time care and pre-k.

Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 12 visits in the last 3 years and cited 13 rules across 5 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

InfantsPreschool / pre-KSchool-ageSummer campFaith-basedSTEM / STEAM

Ages served: infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children

From the state license. Ages it lists: 3 months – Pre-K
Ask when you call: rates, current openings, staff-to-child ratio and teacher qualifications.
Type
Child care center
Ages
Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
Hours today
7:30 AM to 5:30 PM
Licensed capacity
650 children

Hours

Hours

MondayToday7:30 AM to 5:30 PM
Tuesday7:30 AM to 5:30 PM
Wednesday7:30 AM to 5:30 PM
Thursday7:30 AM to 5:30 PM
Friday7:30 AM to 5:30 PM
SaturdayNot listed
SundayNot listed
From the state licenseHours it lists: “Luke's Place Full-Day schedule”

Programs

Programs and care

AgesInfants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license. It lists: 3 months – Pre-K
ProgramsFull-time care, infant care, part-time care, pre-k, preschool, summer camp and toddler care
ApproachFaith-based (St. Luke's UMC), Play-based, STEM / STEAM
AccreditationOther accreditation (Nature Explore certified)
Licensed capacity650 childrenFrom the state license
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Cost

Tuition and costs

ST Lukes UMC Weekday Ministries 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.
Harris County medians, full time, per week

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

County median full-time prices at centers and home daycares, U.S. Department of Labor, National Database of Childcare Prices, 2022 (the latest year). Not this daycare's rates; prices have risen since.

State record

Inspection reports for ST Lukes UMC Weekday Ministries

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
Full Permit
Capacity
650 children
Ages
Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
Permit issued
1989
License number
#223116
See the state's record

Summary

12 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Sep 11, 2026: no rules cited

Rules cited on 5 of 12 visits · 13 rules in all · 13 corrected

  • Staff training and qualifications 5
  • Health, medication and illness 2
  • Records and paperwork 2
  • Background checks 2
  • Building, equipment and play areas 1
  • Safety and hazards 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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  1. Sep 11, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  2. Aug 21, 2026VisitNo rules cited
  3. Jun 30, 2026Inspection3 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illnessMedium risk

      746.3809 - Medication No Longer Used

      “Observed expired emergency medication. NOTE: This was corrected during the inspection by removing the medication and asending it home with the assigned child.”

      Corrected during the visit

    • Records and paperworkMedium risk

      746.901(2) - Required Personnel Records- Meets Requirements

      “One out of the ten caregivers files reviewed did not have the education requirement available to review.”

      The state verified the correction on Aug 21, 2026

    • Health, medication and illnessMedium High risk

      746.3503(a) - Diaper Changing Equipment - Smooth, Non-absorbent, Easy to Clean Surface

      “The diaper changing table mat was no longer intact, resulting in pourous sufacing due to multiple tears in the mat.”

      The state verified the correction on Jul 7, 2026

  4. Jun 18, 2026Visit1 rule cited
    • Background checksHigh risk

      745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation

      “A youth ministry leader was present and interacting with children in care without an eligible background check.”

      The state verified the correction on Jul 17, 2026

  5. Dec 3, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  6. Nov 23, 2025VisitNo rules cited
  7. Jul 15, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  8. Jan 23, 2025Visit1 rule cited
    • Records and paperworkMedium Low risk

      746.303(b) - Report Number of Employees

      “A review of the Employees Who Left Employment in 2024 was conducted. Data 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 23, 2025

  9. Aug 1, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  10. Jul 22, 2024Inspection3 rules cited
    • Background checksHigh risk

      745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation

      “There were 2 caregivers and 8 volunteers who were present at the operation. They had access to children without an eligible background check from CBCU.”

      The state verified the correction on Aug 1, 2024

    • Staff training and qualificationsMedium High risk

      746.1311(d) - Director Annual Training - Caring for children under 24 months

      “Director did not have the required SIDS annual training to provide licensing during the inspection.”

      The state verified the correction on Jul 25, 2024

    • Building, equipment and play areasHigh risk

      746.4603(2) - Prohibited Equipment - Allows Children To Fall Inside Structure Onto Other Parts

      “A newly installed playground structure at the operation allows children to fall inside and onto other parts of the structure.”

      The state verified the correction on Aug 1, 2024

Show 10 earlier visits
  1. Jan 18, 2024VisitNo rules cited
  2. Nov 9, 2023Inspection5 rules cited
    • Staff training and qualificationsMedium risk

      746.1309(a) - Documented Annual Training Area - 24 Hours Required

      “1 out of 10 caregivers files reviewed did not have 24 hours of annual training completed.”

      The state verified the correction on Nov 17, 2023

    • Staff training and qualificationsMedium High risk

      746.1315(a) - Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric first aid with rescue breathing and choking.

      “Director and 3 caregivers did not a current first aid card available.”

      The state verified the correction on Jan 18, 2024

    • Staff training and qualificationsMedium risk

      746.1311(a) - Director Annual Training 30 Hours Required

      “Director did not have 30 annual of hours of training available for licensing to review.”

      The state verified the correction on Nov 22, 2023

    • Staff training and qualificationsMedium High risk

      746.1315(b) - Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric CPR

      “Director and 3 caregivers did not have a current CPR card available.”

      The state verified the correction on Jan 18, 2024

    • Safety and hazardsMedium High risk

      746.5401 - Requirement of Gas Leak Inspection

      “Last gas inspection completed was dated 8/18/21.”

      The state verified the correction on Dec 21, 2023

  3. Apr 4, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
  4. Mar 23, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
  5. Mar 22, 2023Visit1 rule cited
    • Supervision and ratiosHigh risk

      746.1205(a)(4) - Supervision ensures each child’s safety, well-being, including physical proximity and auditory or visual awareness of each child’s on going activity

      “This was a self report about a child who was left in the classroom for the duration of their motor class.”

      The state verified the correction on Apr 4, 2023

  6. Mar 14, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
    • Other rulesHigh risk

      745.509 - Licensed Operations Required Fees

      “Our record is showing that background check for the amount of $12 has not been paid.”

      The state verified the correction on Mar 15, 2023

  7. Jul 28, 2022Inspection1 rule cited
    • Health, medication and illnessMedium High risk

      746.3819 - Food Allergy Emergency Plan Signed by Parents and Health Care Professional

      “Records were reviewed for 10 children currently enrolled, 3 children with a diagnosed food allergy had a plan on file that was not signed by the parent.”

      The state verified the correction on Aug 2, 2022

  8. May 17, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
  9. Mar 31, 2022Visit3 rules cited
    • Discipline and child guidanceHigh risk

      746.1201(4) - AP Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Ensure No Child Abused, Neglected, or Exploited

      “During an investigation there was sufficient evidence that a child in care was neglected.”

      The state verified the correction on May 17, 2022

    • Supervision and ratiosHigh risk

      746.1203(2) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know Group Responsible For

      “During an investigation it was determined that caregivers did not follow procedures for a name to face recognition while transitioning children to the playground.”

      The state verified the correction on May 17, 2022

    • Discipline and child guidanceHigh risk

      746.1201(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control

      “During an investigation it was determined that caregivers did not exercise good judgement while transitioning children from the inside of the building to the playground.”

      The state verified the correction on May 17, 2022

  10. Nov 29, 2021Inspection2 rules cited
    • Food and nutritionMedium risk

      746.2421(b) - Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days

      “3 Chidren in an infant classroom did not have updated feeding instructions. The last update was 09/2021.”

      The state verified the correction on Dec 1, 2021

    • Staff training and qualificationsMedium risk

      746.1309(e) - Documented Annual Training- Required Content

      “1 out of 10 employees did not have the HASA trainings available for review.”

      The state verified the correction on Nov 30, 2021

Copied from Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation on October 1, 2026; the state's records start around Sep 2021. Rule wording, severity and dates are the state's.

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FAQ

Questions about ST Lukes UMC Weekday Ministries

Is ST Lukes UMC Weekday Ministries licensed?

Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued February 6, 1989.

When was ST Lukes UMC Weekday Ministries last inspected?

Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on September 11, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 12 visits in the last 3 years.

Has ST Lukes UMC Weekday Ministries had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 13 rules across 5 of 12 visits in the last 3 years; 13 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 Lukes UMC Weekday Ministries care for?

650, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.

Does ST Lukes UMC Weekday Ministries accept child care subsidies?

The state record does not list it as accepting subsidies. Ask the provider directly.

What are ST Lukes UMC Weekday Ministries' hours?

Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.

How much does ST Lukes UMC Weekday Ministries cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (713) 402-5097 to ask.

What is ST Lukes UMC Weekday Ministries' phone number?

(713) 402-5097.

Where is ST Lukes UMC Weekday Ministries?

3471 Westheimer Rd, Houston, TX 77027. The nearest other daycare we list is First Steps Montessori School, 0.3 miles away.

Sources: Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation (license and visits) · U.S. Department of Labor, 2022 (county prices).