Nikkies Care Club
Amarillo, TX 79106 · infants to school-age · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
5.0· 6 reviews
Sugar Shack
- licensed capacity
- 12
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $134
- year first permitted
- 2022
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About
About Sugar Shack
Sugar Shack is a licensed group home daycare in Amarillo, Texas. The state has permitted it since November 10, 2022, for up to 12 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 4:30 PM. As a home daycare, the provider shares the address with families when you call.
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 10 visits in the last 3 years and cited 17 rules across 7 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
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Ages served: infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
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- Type
- Group home daycare
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 12 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 7:00 AM to 4:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:00 AM to 4:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:00 AM to 4:30 PM |
| Thursday | 7:00 AM to 4:30 PM |
| Friday | 7:00 AM to 4:30 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Setting | Group child care homeFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 12 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Sugar Shack has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a home daycare in Potter County has a median price of $134 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$147
Home daycare$134
Toddler
Center$139
Home daycare$129
Preschool
Center$136
Home daycare$127
School age
Center$129
Home daycare$122
State record
Inspection reports for Sugar Shack
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Full Permit
- Capacity
- 12 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Permit issued
- 2022
- License number
- #1741729
Summary
10 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Aug 20, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 7 of 10 visits · 17 rules in all · 17 corrected
- Safety and hazards 8
- Records and paperwork 3
- Health, medication and illness 3
- Background checks 1
- Safe sleep 1
- Discipline and child guidance 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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See all 19 visits
- Aug 20, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- May 28, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
May 15, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
747.3219 - Water Temperature
“The two sinks that children were observed using for hand-washing exceed the water temperature of 120 degrees Fahrenheit.”
The state verified the correction on May 28, 2026
Dec 1, 2025Inspection3 rules cited
745.651(2)(B) - Background Check Validation - Once a year listed family homes, licensed, and registered child care homes must validate list of subjects
“The last background check validation was completed on 10/1/2025, and this is required to be completed at least once annually for Licensed Child Care Home providers.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 15, 2025
747.211(b) - Liability Insurance Requirements - If No Insurance Then Must Provide Written Proof Annually by Anniversary Date of Issuance
“Written notification was not provided to Child Care Regulation by the anniversary date of issuance - by 6/17/2025 and this is to be completed annually.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 15, 2025
747.3935(b) - Children's Products- Annual Certification
“The last children's product certification was completed on 9/20/2024 and it is required to be completed annually. **This was corrected at inspection when the provider updated at inspection.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 1, 2025
Apr 28, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
747.501(9) - Written Operational Policies - Parent Rights
“The operation has not provided the Parent's Rights information to parents as required of the operational policies and did not include a policy with iinformation to parents about the promotion of physical activities. The updates required for the policy to pets/animals in the home has been updated and provided to parents.”
Corrected during the visit
Apr 10, 2025Inspection3 rules cited
747.3501 - Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
“Cleaning supplies and rash ointments were not inaccessible to children in care as they were within reach. Additionally, the backyard had a broken fence picket that needed to be fixed and had exposed nails from the fence picket that was missing.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 28, 2025
747.603(a)(4) - Children's Records - Immunizations
“A child's file review did not have any immunizations in file to review when requested.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 17, 2025
747.501(9) - Written Operational Policies - Parent Rights
“The operation has not provided the Parent's Rights information to parents as required of the operational policies and did not include a policy with iinformation to parents about the promotion of physical activities. Additionally, updates are required for the policy to pets/animals in the home.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 28, 2025
- Oct 1, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Sep 26, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
747.2315(b) - AP Cribs - Only Snug Fitting Sheet and Crib Mattress Cover Allowed if Infant Younger than 12 Months of Age
“Two infants that are less than 12 months of age had blankets with them in their play yard while they were asleep. One infant was given the blanket in preparation for nap time by the provider during the inspection.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 1, 2024
747.5111 - Smoke-Detection System
“The provider added smoke detectors the living room, two play rooms and three nap rooms but the kitchen is still needing a smoke detector where the children have meals and snack.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 1, 2024
Aug 27, 2024Inspection5 rules cited
747.5111 - Smoke-Detection System
“The home did not have a working smoke-detection system that has been tested annually or have individual electric or battery-operated smoke detectors located in each room used by children.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 26, 2024
747.3935(b) - Children's Products- Annual Certification
“There was no annual certification for children's product certification for available for review at inspection.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 26, 2024
747.613(a) - Required Immunizations
“Two children's files did not have any immunizations available for review upon request.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 4, 2024
747.2105(a) - Screen Time Activities - Not Used for Under Two
“Children under two years of age were observed participating in screen time.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 26, 2024
747.3307(b) - Diapering Procedures - Wash Infant's Hands
“Multiple infants were observed having their diaper changed but did not have their hands washed after.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 26, 2024
Nov 27, 2023Inspection2 rules cited
747.3703(a) - Animals at Center - Documentation of Vaccinations
“The operation does not have a current documentation of pet vaccination.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 6, 2023
747.3703(b) - Animals at Center - Statement of Health from Veterinarian
“The operation does not have a statement of health from a vet.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 6, 2023
Show 9 earlier visits
- May 18, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
- Nov 8, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
- Sep 8, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
- Aug 22, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
Aug 9, 2022Inspection5 rules cited
747.1801 - Child/Caregiver Ratio - Licensed Child Care Home
“With one caregiver you can only have 4 infants and two children over the and of 17 months.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 22, 2022
747.2315(a)(2) - Prohibited Equipment for Infants - Baby Jumpers
“The provider had a baby jumper in the door way and this is a prohibited equipment.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 22, 2022
745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
“The operation allowed an assistant to be present at the operation before recieving notice from the CBCU of the assistant's eligibility.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 17, 2022
747.4105 - Fenced Outdoor Activity Space
“The provider is allow the children under 5 years to play in the front yard without a fence, while the backyard is under construction.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 22, 2022
747.603(a)(3) - Children's Records - Health Statement
“All but one record was missing the Health Statement.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 22, 2022
- May 24, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
May 12, 2022Inspection5 rules cited
747.2319(5) - Requirements for Feeding Infants - Label Bottles/Cups
“Bottles were nto labeled.”
The state verified the correction on May 24, 2022
747.1801 - Child/Caregiver Ratio - Licensed Child Care Home
“the provider has 2 children over ratio.”
The state verified the correction on May 24, 2022
747.3501 - Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
“There was some "keep out of reach items" in the bathroom, there was vaccums plugged in and cord on floor in play area, There was a few cords hainging. Outdoor area had a tub of water under a leaky faucet and fencing is out but not up yet to block areas children will not play.”
The state verified the correction on May 24, 2022
747.5003(1) - Emergency Preparedness Plan - Evacuation, Relocation and Sheltering Procedures
“The provider does nto have a written emergency plan avaliable to review.”
Corrected during the visit
747.5105 - Mounting of Fire Extinguishers
“There is a fire extinguisher but it is not mounted.”
The state verified the correction on May 24, 2022
- Apr 22, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
Apr 20, 2022Complaint investigation1 rule cited
HRC42.041(a) - Illegal Operation - Not Licensed
“The provider was caring for 3 unrelated children without a permit.”
The state verified the correction on May 4, 2022
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FAQ
Questions about Sugar Shack
Is Sugar Shack licensed?
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued November 10, 2022.
When was Sugar Shack last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on August 20, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 10 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Sugar Shack had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 17 rules across 7 of 10 visits in the last 3 years; 17 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 Sugar Shack care for?
12, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Sugar Shack accept child care subsidies?
The state record does not list it as accepting subsidies. Ask the provider directly.
What are Sugar Shack's hours?
Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 4:30 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Sugar Shack cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (806) 517-0762 to ask.
What is Sugar Shack's phone number?
(806) 517-0762.
Where is Sugar Shack?
Amarillo, TX 79106. It is a home daycare, so the provider shares the street address with families directly.