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St. Mary of the Miraculous Medal Early Childhood Center

1604 9th Ave N, Texas City, TX 775904.7· 11 reviews
licensed capacity
127
open each week
5 days
a week, county median
$185
year first permitted
2018

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About St. Mary of the Miraculous Medal Early Childhood Center

St. Mary of the Miraculous Medal Early Childhood Center is a licensed child care center in Texas City, Texas. The state has permitted it since June 7, 2018, for up to 127 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.

It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM.

Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 4 visits in the last 3 years and cited 3 rules across 3 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

InfantsSchool-ageAccepts child care subsidyOpens before 7 AM

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

From the state license
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Type
Child care center
Ages
Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
Hours today
6:30 AM to 6:00 PM
Licensed capacity
127 children

Hours

Hours

MondayToday6:30 AM to 6:00 PM
Tuesday6:30 AM to 6:00 PM
Wednesday6:30 AM to 6:00 PM
Thursday6:30 AM to 6:00 PM
Friday6:30 AM to 6:00 PM
SaturdayNot listed
SundayNot listed
From the state license

Programs

Programs and care

AgesInfants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license
Child care subsidyAccepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license
Licensed capacity127 childrenFrom the state license
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Cost

Tuition and costs

St. Mary of the Miraculous Medal Early Childhood Center has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Galveston 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.
Galveston 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. Mary of the Miraculous Medal Early Childhood Center

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
Full Permit
Capacity
127 children
Ages
Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
Permit issued
2018
License number
#1664675
See the state's record

Summary

4 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Sep 30, 2026: no rules cited

Rules cited on 3 of 4 visits · 3 rules in all · 3 corrected

  • Records and paperwork 1
  • Background checks 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.

The state lists conditions on this permit.

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  1. Sep 30, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  2. Oct 2, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
    • Records and paperworkHigh risk

      746.201(1) - Policies Comply with Rules

      “During the inspection, the operational policy was viewed and the following information was missing: (9)Safe sleep policy for infants from birth through 12 months old that is consistent with the rules in subchapter H of this chapter (relating to Basic Requirements for Infants) that relate to sleep requirements and restrictions, including sleep positioning, and crib requirements and restrictions, including mattresses, bedding, blankets, toys, and restrictive devices; (22) Procedures for parents to participate in the child-care center's operation and activities; (23) Instructions on how a parent may access the (A) Minimum standards online; (B) Texas Abuse and Neglect Hotline; and (C) HHSC website. During the inspection, the operational policy was viewed and the following information was missing: (25) Your provisions to provide a comfortable place with an adult sized seat in your center or within a classroom that enables a mother to breastfeed her child. In addition, your policies must inform parents that they have the right to breastfeed or provide breast milk for their child while in care. (30) (b)You must also inform the parents that any area within 1,000 feet of a child-care center is a gang-free zone, where criminal offenses related to organized criminal activity are subject to a harsher penalty under the Texas Penal Code. You may inform the parents by: (A) Providing this information in the operational policies; (B) Distributing the information in writing to the parents; or (C) Informing the parents verbally as part of an individual or group parent orientation.”

      The state verified the correction on Oct 3, 2025

  3. Apr 29, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
    • Background checksMedium risk

      745.651(2)(A) - Background Check Validation - Every 3 months each operation, other than a licensed, registered, or listed home, must validate current list

      “Operation people list has not been validated since 10-17-2024. Note: This was corrected at inspection.”

      Corrected during the visit

  4. Oct 2, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
    • Staff training and qualificationsMedium risk

      746.1309(e) - Documented Annual Training- Required Content

      “Caregivers with hire date 04/05/2024 and 08/22/2022 do not have the required annual training: - Emergency preparedness - Preventing and controlling the spread of communicable diseases, including immunizations ; - Administering medication; - Preventing and responding to emergencies due to food or an allergic reaction; - Understanding building and physical premises safety, including identification and protection from hazards that can cause bodily injury such as electrical hazards, bodies of water, and vehicular traffic; and - Handling, storing, and disposing of hazardous materials”

      The state verified the correction on Oct 18, 2024

  5. Oct 31, 2023Inspection5 rules cited
    • Building, equipment and play areasMedium High risk

      746.3407(9) - Floors, ceilings and Walls in Good Repair and Clean

      “In the Doodlebug classroom the ceiling tiles were stained and the floor had 2 holes in it. The repair have been completed.”

      The state verified the correction on Nov 13, 2023

    • Food and nutritionMedium risk

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

      “Follow Up: One infant feeding sheet still has not updated within the 30-day requirements.”

      The state verified the correction on Nov 1, 2023

    • Records and paperworkMedium risk

      746.501(a)(30) - Written Operational Policies - Support inclusive services

      “Follow up: The operational policies have not been updated with the procedures for supporting inclusive services to children with special care needs.”

      The state verified the correction on Nov 13, 2023

    • Records and paperworkMedium High risk

      746.605(13) - Required Admission Information - Special Needs Statement

      “Follow Up: One of the Admission Information Form 2935 has not been updated with the information for a child s reasonable accommodation or modifications.”

      The state verified the correction on Nov 13, 2023

    • Safety and hazardsMedium risk

      746.605(10) - Required Admission Information - Water Activity Permission

      “Follow Up: One of the Admission Information Form 2935 has not been updated with the information on a child s ability to swim without assistance.”

      The state verified the correction on Nov 13, 2023

  6. Oct 3, 2023Inspection7 rules cited
    • Records and paperworkMedium High risk

      746.605(6) - Required Admission Information - Emergency Contact

      “Four out of eight files reviewed did not have the completed address for the emergency contact.”

      The state verified the correction on Oct 31, 2023

    • Records and paperworkMedium risk

      746.501(a)(30) - Written Operational Policies - Support inclusive services

      “The operational policies have not been updated with the procedures for supporting inclusive services to children with special care needs.”

      The state verified the correction on Oct 31, 2023

    • Safety and hazardsMedium risk

      746.605(10) - Required Admission Information - Water Activity Permission

      “The Admission Information Form 2935 has not been updated with the information on a child s ability to swim without assistance.”

      The state verified the correction on Oct 31, 2023

    • Building, equipment and play areasMedium High risk

      746.3407(9) - Floors, ceilings and Walls in Good Repair and Clean

      “In the Doodlebug classroom the ceils were stained and the floor had 2 holes in it. Also in Mudbugs classroom the ceiling was leaking. Photos were taken.”

      The state verified the correction on Oct 31, 2023

    • Food and nutritionMedium risk

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

      “Three infant feeding sheets were not updated within the 30-day requirements.”

      The state verified the correction on Oct 31, 2023

    • Records and paperworkMedium High risk

      746.605(13) - Required Admission Information - Special Needs Statement

      “The Admission Information Form 2935 has not been updated with the information for a child s reasonable accommodation or modifications.”

      The state verified the correction on Oct 31, 2023

    • Records and paperworkHigh risk

      746.501(a)(29) - Written Operational Policies - Unassigned Epinephrine Auto-Injectors

      “Operational Policies did state if operation will administer unassigned epinephrine auto injectors.”

      The state verified the correction on Oct 31, 2023

  7. Oct 4, 2022Inspection5 rules cited
    • Background checksMedium risk

      745.651(2)(A) - Background Check Validation ? Every 3 months each operation, other than a licensed, registered, or listed home, must validate current list

      “The operation last validated the background check list on 04/12/2022.”

      The state verified the correction on Oct 4, 2022

    • Health, medication and illnessMedium High risk

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

      “The changing mat in the infant classroom was observed with a tear.”

      The state verified the correction on Oct 12, 2022

    • Health, medication and illnessMedium risk

      746.603(a)(4) - Children's Records - Immunizations

      “One student record did not contain immunizations.”

      The state verified the correction on Oct 12, 2022

    • Safety and hazardsHigh risk

      746.5101(a) - Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months

      “The operations last fire inspection is dated 4/9/2021. SN: Operation has scheduled a fire inspection 10/6/2022.”

      The state verified the correction on Oct 6, 2022

    • Records and paperworkMedium risk

      746.501(a)(18) - Written Operational Policies - Promotion of Physical Activity

      “The operational policy did not contain a completed promotion of physical activity section.”

      The state verified the correction on Oct 12, 2022

  8. May 20, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
  9. May 18, 2022Complaint investigation2 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illnessMedium High risk

      746.305(a)(2) - AP Report Child Injury Requiring Medical Treatment by a Health-Care Professional or Hospitalization

      “Based on the information obtained during the investigation, there was sufficient evidence to indicate a child injury on 5/11/22 was not reported to statewide intake.”

      The state verified the correction on May 26, 2022

    • Health, medication and illnessMedium risk

      746.707 - Incident/Illness Report Form Shared with Parent

      “Based on the information obtained during the investigation, the incident report did not receive a parent signature.”

      The state verified the correction on Jun 2, 2022

  10. Oct 18, 2021Inspection5 rules cited
    • Building, equipment and play areasMedium risk

      746.4505 - Storage for Individual Belongings

      “During inspection, 1 out of the 8 classrooms observed did not have children's name on cubbies.”

      The state verified the correction on Nov 3, 2021

    • Staff training and qualificationsMedium High risk

      746.1301(4)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and directors - Pediatric CPR

      “During inspection, taff hired on 7/31/2018 had invaild CPR training.”

      The state verified the correction on Nov 1, 2021

    • Staff training and qualificationsMedium High risk

      746.1301(5)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees and Caregivers - 24 Annual Training

      “During inspection, staff hired on 9/1/2020 had 18 hours of annual training.”

      The state verified the correction on Nov 1, 2021

    • Records and paperworkMedium Low risk

      746.901(4) - Required Personnel Records - Required Affidavit

      “During inspection, notarized affidavit was not in file.”

      The state verified the correction on Nov 1, 2021

    • Records and paperworkMedium risk

      746.901(2) - Required Personnel Records- Meets Requirements

      “During inspection, staff hired on 9/1/2020 did not have high school diploma or degree to show that they meet education requirements.”

      The state verified the correction on Nov 3, 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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Questions about St. Mary of the Miraculous Medal Early Childhood Center

Is St. Mary of the Miraculous Medal Early Childhood Center licensed?

Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued June 7, 2018.

When was St. Mary of the Miraculous Medal Early Childhood Center last inspected?

Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on September 30, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 4 visits in the last 3 years.

Has St. Mary of the Miraculous Medal Early Childhood Center had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 3 rules across 3 of 4 visits in the last 3 years; 3 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. Mary of the Miraculous Medal Early Childhood Center care for?

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

Does St. Mary of the Miraculous Medal Early Childhood Center accept child care subsidies?

Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.

What are St. Mary of the Miraculous Medal Early Childhood Center's hours?

Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.

How much does St. Mary of the Miraculous Medal Early Childhood Center cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (409) 655-5037 to ask.

What is St. Mary of the Miraculous Medal Early Childhood Center's phone number?

(409) 655-5037.

Where is St. Mary of the Miraculous Medal Early Childhood Center?

1604 9th Ave N, Texas City, TX 77590. The nearest other daycare we list is Step By Step Learning Academy, 0.3 miles away.

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