Achievers Academy
Houston, TX 77090 · infants to school-age · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
The Apple Tree School
- licensed capacity
- 102
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $185
- year first permitted
- 1998
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About
About The Apple Tree School
The Apple Tree School is a licensed child care center in Houston, Texas. The state has permitted it since June 10, 1998, for up to 102 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM. It describes a Faith-based and STEM / STEAM approach, with infant care, preschool, summer camp and toddler care. It says it provides meals.
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 12 visits in the last 3 years and cited 7 rules across 4 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsSchool-ageSummer campFaith-basedMeals providedCameras for parentsSecure entrySTEM / STEAMAccepts child care subsidy
Ages served: infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 102 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Thursday | 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Friday | 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Programs | Infant care, preschool, summer camp and toddler care |
| Approach | Faith-based (Christian), STEM / STEAM |
| Daily life | Meals provided. Extended care: Extended Day Enrichment |
| Safety | Keypad system, Cameras / live video for parents (Watch Me Grow account live video feeds) |
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Parent updates | Parent app (Watch Me Grow) |
| Licensed capacity | 102 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
The Apple Tree School 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.
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
State record
Inspection reports for The Apple Tree School
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Full Permit
- Capacity
- 102 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Permit issued
- 1998
- License number
- #536264
Summary
12 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Aug 26, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 4 of 12 visits · 7 rules in all · 7 corrected
- Supervision and ratios 3
- Records and paperwork 2
- Background checks 1
- Safe sleep 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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- Aug 26, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Feb 25, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Jan 13, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
745.651(1) - Background Check Validation - You must inactivate a subject who is no longer associated with your operation within 7 days of leaving
“Background checks for staff who are no longer employed by the center have not inactivated.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 13, 2026
Jan 12, 2026Complaint investigation4 rules cited
746.1701 - Child/Caregiver Ratio - 12 or Fewer Children
“The center was out of compliance with ratios for when 12 or fewer children are in care on the following days: 12/3/25, 12/4/25, 12/5/25, 12/11/25, 12/19/25, 12/23/25, 1/7/26, 1/8/26, 1/9/26 and 1/12/26. On these days there was one caregiver present with 8-12 children, ages 11 months to 6 years old.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 25, 2026
746.801(5) - Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Employees' Attendance
“The director is not documenting the days and hours worked.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 22, 2026
746.1605(1) - Child/Caregiver Ratio - 18 Months Difference in Age
“A child was combined with children that were more than 18 months older than the youngest child in the group on the following days: 12/8/25, 12/9/25, 12/10/25, 12/12/25, 12/15/25, 12/16/25 and 12/23/25. On these days the youngest child in the group was combined with children between the ages of 3-11 years old.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 25, 2026
746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
“There were 18 children, ages 11 months to 6 years old, with one caregiver. The specified age group was 3 years old.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 25, 2026
Dec 18, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
746.1013(a)(3) - Director's Absence - Caregiver in Charge Has Access to All Records
“The caregiver in charge did not have access to the children's records.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 13, 2026
- Oct 29, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Oct 22, 2025VisitNo rules cited
- Sep 8, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Aug 28, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
746.2415(b) - AP Cribs - Only Snug Fitting Sheet and Crib Mattress Cover Allowed if Infant Younger than 12 Months of Age
“A 6 month old infant was sleep in a crib with a boppy pillow and a blanket.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 8, 2025
- Aug 29, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Show 8 earlier visits
- Dec 18, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
- Dec 5, 2023VisitNo rules cited
Sep 7, 2023Inspection2 rules cited
746.1301(a)(2)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Pre-Service Training
“Four of the five employee files reviewed did not documentation showing that preservice was completed.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 21, 2023
746.1301(a)(1)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Orientation
“Four of the five employee files reviewed did not have documentation that orientaion was completed.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 21, 2023
Feb 7, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
746.2909(1) - Arrangement of Napping Equipment - Not Blocking Entrances or Exits
“A child was observed laying in the doorway during naptime. The child was removed from blocking the doorway.”
Corrected during the visit
- Feb 3, 2023VisitNo rules cited
- Sep 22, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
- Jun 16, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
- Sep 21, 2021VisitNo rules cited
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FAQ
Questions about The Apple Tree School
Is The Apple Tree School licensed?
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued June 10, 1998.
When was The Apple Tree School last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on August 26, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 12 visits in the last 3 years.
Has The Apple Tree School had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 7 rules across 4 of 12 visits in the last 3 years; 7 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 The Apple Tree School care for?
102, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does The Apple Tree School accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are The Apple Tree School's hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does The Apple Tree School cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (281) 444-6707 to ask.
What is The Apple Tree School's phone number?
(281) 444-6707.
Where is The Apple Tree School?
17127 Red Oak Dr, Houston, TX 77090. The nearest other daycare we list is Fundamental Learning Center, 0.1 miles away.