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St. Monica Academy for Children

515 North St, Converse, TX 78109
licensed capacity
24
open each week
5 days
monthly, posted tuition
$200
year first permitted
2023

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About St. Monica Academy for Children

St. Monica Academy for Children is a licensed child care center in Converse, Texas. The state has permitted it since June 28, 2023, for up to 24 children, serving toddlers and preschoolers.

It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM. It describes a Faith-based approach, with after-school care, before-school care, drop-in / hourly care and summer camp. It lists monthly tuition from $200 to $250.

Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 9 visits in the last 3 years and cited 4 rules across 2 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

Before- and after-schoolSummer campFaith-basedPosts tuition

Ages served: toddlers and preschoolers

From the state license. Ages it lists: 18 months -3 years old
Ask when you call: current openings and staff-to-child ratio.
Type
Child care center
Ages
Toddlers and preschoolers
Hours today
Closed today
Licensed capacity
24 children

Hours

Hours

Monday7:00 AM to 5:30 PM
Tuesday7:00 AM to 5:30 PM
Wednesday7:00 AM to 5:30 PM
Thursday7:00 AM to 5:30 PM
Friday7:00 AM to 5:30 PM
SaturdayNot listed
SundayTodayNot listed
From the state license

Programs

Programs and care

AgesToddlers and preschoolersFrom the state license. It lists: 18 months -3 years old
ProgramsAfter-school care, before-school care, drop-in / hourly care and summer camp
ApproachFaith-based (Roman Catholic)
EnrichmentMusic: Violin lessons, Piano lessons, Mariachi Band, School Choir
StaffAll Core Teachers currently SBEC Certified
Discounts10% Tuition discount for each additional sibling; 5% Tuition discount for Military Families
AccreditationOther accreditation (TCCB-ED)
Licensed capacity24 childrenFrom the state license
A daycare without an item may still offer it; ask.

Cost

Tuition and costs

St. Monica Academy for Children lists monthly tuition from $200 to $250. For comparison, full-time toddler care at a child care center in Bexar County has a median price of $160 a week (U.S. Department of Labor, 2022).

Monthly · program, in its own wordsPrice
After School Care, 1st child$250
After School Care, 2nd child$200
After School Care, drop-in$15 an hour
2 posted prices. Rates change, so confirm before you enroll.
Bexar County medians, full time, per week

Infant

Center$171
Home daycare$154

Toddler

Center$160
Home daycare$148

Preschool

Center$156
Home daycare$146

School age

Center$149
Home daycare$139

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. Monica Academy for Children

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
Full Permit
Capacity
24 children
Ages
Toddlers and preschoolers
Permit issued
2023
License number
#1757510
See the state's record

Summary

9 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jun 8, 2026: no rules cited

Rules cited on 2 of 9 visits · 4 rules in all · 4 corrected

  • Records and paperwork 3
  • 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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  1. Jun 8, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  2. Oct 1, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  3. Jun 17, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  4. Jan 30, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  5. Nov 18, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  6. Jun 25, 2024Inspection3 rules cited
    • Records and paperworkHigh risk

      746.605(12) - Required Admission Information - Emergency Medical Authorization

      “While reviewing children's files, one of the four files did not have a signed emergency medical authorization.”

      The state verified the correction on Jul 26, 2024

    • Records and paperworkMedium risk

      746.501(a)(22) - Written Operational Policies Procedures for Parent Review Licensing Reports & How to Access Rules

      “The operational policies/parent handbook did not include a procedure on how a parent may review the most recent licensing report, may view the Minumum Standards online, or contact the local CCR office.”

      The state verified the correction on Jul 26, 2024

    • Staff training and qualificationsMedium risk

      746.901(5) - Required Personnel Records- Training Hours

      “While reviewing personnel records, one of four did not have verification of the required 24 annual training hours. Verification for nine hours was confirmed.”

      The state verified the correction on Jul 29, 2024

  7. May 7, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  8. Jan 19, 2024Visit1 rule cited
    • Records and paperworkMedium Low risk

      746.303(b) - Report Number of Employees

      “The operation did not report the number of employees who ceased employment in 2023 by the required date 1.15.24.”

      The state verified the correction on Jan 23, 2024

  9. Nov 28, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
  10. Jun 9, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
    • Background checksHigh risk

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

      “Two employees were working in the center in direct care of a group of children without a current background check and current FBI fingerprints.”

      The state verified the correction on Jun 13, 2023

Show 3 earlier visits
  1. Mar 9, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
    • Safety and hazardsMedium High risk

      746.5537(a)(2) - Electronic or Battery-Operated Carbon Monoxide Detector-Check All Detectors Monthly

      “There was no documentation of the carbon monoxide, smoke detector or fire extinguishers available.”

      The state verified the correction on Mar 22, 2023

  2. Feb 13, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
  3. Nov 17, 2022Inspection7 rules cited
    • Building, equipment and play areasMedium High risk

      746.4907(a)(1) - Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Six Inches if Equipment 5 Ft or Less

      “The loose fill on the playground was found to be lacking the required six inches.”

      The state verified the correction on Jan 19, 2023

    • Staff training and qualificationsMedium High risk

      746.1315(b)(1) - CPR Training and Recertification Adhere to Guidelines-skill based

      “The director's CPR and First Aid was completed via online course. The course did not utilize hands on training materials.”

      The state verified the correction on Dec 14, 2022

    • Safety and hazardsMedium High risk

      746.3701(7) - Safety - Hinged Lid Storage Containers Safe

      “Two storage containers were in the playground area. Neither are equipped with lid support.”

      The state verified the correction on Nov 18, 2022

    • Health, medication and illnessMedium risk

      746.4003(a) - First Aid Kit - Incomplete Kit

      “The operation's First Aid Kit was found to be missing necessary items such as; tweezers, scissors, thermometer, band aids, user guide and adhesive tape.”

      The state verified the correction on Nov 17, 2022

    • Food and nutritionMedium risk

      746.501(a)(10) - Written Operational Policies - Meals

      “Operational Policies included that snacks would be provided by the school. When asked about meals, Director stated that parents had the option to bring in their child's meals or order through a service, Crave It. Note: corrected at inspection.”

      Corrected during the visit

    • Safety and hazardsMedium High risk

      746.5202(4) - Emergency Preparedness Plan-Continuity of Care Until Children Released

      “The operation's emergency preparedness plan did not include a statement regarding Continuity of care.”

      The state verified the correction on Nov 29, 2022

    • Records and paperworkMedium risk

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

      “Operational Policy did not include the promotion of indoor and outdoor physical activity, duration of time, benefits, and appropriate attire. Note: Corrected at inspection.”

      Corrected during the visit

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. Monica Academy for Children

Is St. Monica Academy for Children licensed?

Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued June 28, 2023.

When was St. Monica Academy for Children last inspected?

Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on June 8, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 9 visits in the last 3 years.

Has St. Monica Academy for Children had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 4 rules across 2 of 9 visits in the last 3 years; 4 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. Monica Academy for Children care for?

24, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve toddlers and preschoolers.

Does St. Monica Academy for Children accept child care subsidies?

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

What are St. Monica Academy for Children's hours?

Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.

How much does St. Monica Academy for Children cost?

Monthly tuition from $200 to $250, as it lists it.

What is St. Monica Academy for Children's phone number?

(210) 658-6701.

Where is St. Monica Academy for Children?

515 North St, Converse, TX 78109.

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