Iesha Cathcart
Webster, TX 77598 · infants to school-age · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
The Ark Childrens Center
- licensed capacity
- 244
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $185
- year first permitted
- 2005
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About
About The Ark Childrens Center
The Ark Childrens Center is a licensed child care center in Webster, Texas. The state has permitted it since March 21, 2005, for up to 244 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM. It describes a Faith-based approach, with part-time care and summer camp.
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 5 visits in the last 3 years and cited 5 rules across 1 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsSchool-ageSummer campFaith-based
Ages served: infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
6 wk
6 mo
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12 yr
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 244 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM |
| Thursday | 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM |
| Friday | 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license. It lists: 6 weeks old through age 5 |
|---|---|
| Programs | Part-time care and summer camp |
| Approach | Faith-based |
| Curriculum | Frog Street Curriculum |
| Daily life | Extended care: Early arrival and late pickup programs |
| Parent updates | Parent app (ProCare) |
| Licensed capacity | 244 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
The Ark Childrens Center 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).
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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 Ark Childrens Center
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Full Permit
- Capacity
- 244 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Permit issued
- 2005
- License number
- #847164
Summary
5 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Apr 28, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 1 of 5 visits · 5 rules in all · 5 corrected
- Records and paperwork 2
- Health, medication and illness 2
- 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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- Apr 28, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Oct 9, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Sep 10, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- May 6, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Sep 17, 2024Inspection5 rules cited
746.501(a)(18) - Written Operational Policies - Promotion of Physical Activity
“There was no information regarding the promotion of physical activities for both indoors and outdoors.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 23, 2024
746.611(a)(1) - Required Health Statement - Written, dated within past year, indicates child is physically able to participate in operation's child-care program
“One child did not have a current health statement on file.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 20, 2024
746.603(a)(4) - Children's Records - Immunizations
“Three children's records did not have current immunization records on file or an exemption affidavit.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 20, 2024
746.501(a)(30) - Written Operational Policies - Support inclusive services
“The operational policies did not contain information for the support and care of the inclusion of special needs children in care.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 23, 2024
746.501(a)(24) - Written Operational Policies - Emergency Preparedness Plans
“There was no emergency prepardness plan or procedures with the required information for review.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 23, 2024
- Sep 28, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
Jan 6, 2023Inspection3 rules cited
746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
“During inspection the toddler room had a plastic sink that was chipped and cracked, In the PreK room the outlet cover was cracked. Corrected at inspection: sink was removed and tape was placed over outlet cover for temporary fix.”
Corrected during the visit
746.3407(12) - Mark Cleaning Supplies, Toxic Materials; Keep Separate from Food and Inaccessible to Children
“Cleaning products were not labeled with it content. Corrected at Inspection. Note: Pictures were taken.”
Corrected during the visit
746.2409(a)(2) - Safety Requirements for Cribs - Snug Fitting Sheets
“During Inspection the cribs in the infant room had lose fitting sheets. There were no children in the cribs during the inspection. Note: Pictures were taken.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 11, 2023
- Dec 16, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
Oct 20, 2022Visit2 rules cited
746.1201(4) - AP Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Ensure No Child Abused, Neglected, or Exploited
“Based on the evidence obtained during the DFPS investigation, there is sufficient evidence to support the allegation of physical abuse. Note: This was corrected prior to the investigation when the director took action after being informed of the incident. The caregiver was terminated and there were no other concerns.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 16, 2022
746.2805(4) - Prohibited Punishments - Hitting with Hand or Instrument
“Based on the information obtained during the investigation there is sufficient information to prove that a caregiver used prohibited punishment.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 16, 2022
- Feb 14, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
Show 1 earlier visit
Jan 18, 2022Inspection3 rules cited
746.1311(c) - Director Annual Training -Required 1 hour in prevention, recognition and reporting of child maltreatment
“The directors records were lacking one hour of training related to preventing and reporting child maltreatment.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 18, 2022
746.1311(b) - Director Annual Training - Required 6 hours
“The directors record were lacking the required 6 hours in the following subjects: Child growth and development, Guidance and discipline, Age-appropriate curriculum, Teacher-child interaction and Serving children with special care needs.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 21, 2022
746.605(6) - Required Admission Information - Emergency Contact
“Two of four records were lacking a complete emergency contact.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 21, 2022
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FAQ
Questions about The Ark Childrens Center
Is The Ark Childrens Center licensed?
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued March 21, 2005.
When was The Ark Childrens Center last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on April 28, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 5 visits in the last 3 years.
Has The Ark Childrens Center had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 5 rules across 1 of 5 visits in the last 3 years; 5 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 Ark Childrens Center care for?
244, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does The Ark Childrens Center accept child care subsidies?
The state record does not list it as accepting subsidies. Ask the provider directly.
What are The Ark Childrens Center's hours?
Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does The Ark Childrens Center cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (713) 551-4870 to ask.
What is The Ark Childrens Center's phone number?
(713) 551-4870.
Where is The Ark Childrens Center?
760 Clear Lake City Blvd, Webster, TX 77598.