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Houston, TX 77084 · infants to school-age · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
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The Bear Creek KinderCare
- licensed capacity
- 135
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $185
- year first permitted
- 1986
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About
About The Bear Creek KinderCare
The Bear Creek KinderCare is a licensed child care center in Houston, Texas. The state has permitted it since February 15, 1986, for up to 135 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 6:30 PM.
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 12 visits in the last 3 years and cited 8 rules across 5 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
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- 6:00 AM to 6:30 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 135 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 6:00 AM to 6:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:00 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:00 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Thursday | 6:00 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Friday | 6:00 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 135 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
The Bear Creek KinderCare 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 Bear Creek KinderCare
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Full Permit
- Capacity
- 135 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Permit issued
- 1986
- License number
- #212221- 747
Summary
12 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Aug 6, 2026: 1 rule cited
Rules cited on 5 of 12 visits · 8 rules in all · 8 corrected
- Health, medication and illness 3
- Discipline and child guidance 2
- Supervision and ratios 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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Aug 6, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
746.3401(a) - Annual Sanitation Inspection
“The health inspection expired on 7/16/2025.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 6, 2026
- Mar 18, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Jan 29, 2026Complaint investigation2 rules cited
746.1201(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
“Based on the information obtained during the investigation, there is enough evidence to cite for judgment when the caregiver flipped the mat over resulting in the child busting their lip.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 18, 2026
746.2805(5) - Prohibited Punishments - Humiliating, Rejecting, Yelling
“Based on information provided there is a sufficient amount of evidence to suggest that caregiver had been yelling at the children in care.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 18, 2026
Aug 19, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
746.5101(a) - Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
“The last fire inspection was conducted on 1/24/2025.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 19, 2025
Aug 27, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
746.603(a)(4) - Children's Records - Immunizations
“1 out of 10 children did not have an immunization record on file.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 6, 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
“6 out of 10 records did not have a physician health statement on file.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 16, 2024
- Mar 20, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Mar 11, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Feb 9, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Feb 2, 2024VisitNo rules cited
- Jan 26, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Show 16 earlier visits
Jan 19, 2024Complaint investigation2 rules cited
746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
“Based on the preponderance of information provided several of the rooms are over ratio based on the specified age group at different times of the day.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 11, 2024
746.1615 - Child/Caregiver Ratio - Opening/Closing
“Based on the preponderance of information provided classrooms are over the 16 children to one staff member during the first 45 minutes after opening and the last 45 minutes prior to closing.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 11, 2024
- Dec 4, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
- Oct 12, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
Oct 5, 2023Complaint investigation1 rule cited
746.2805(3) - Prohibited Punishments - Grabbing and Pulling
“Based on the summary of information obtained, a caregiver pulled the child's ear which led to a red mark on his ear.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 4, 2023
- Sep 18, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
Sep 5, 2023Inspection3 rules cited
746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
“During walk through, it was observed the outdoor playground, there were waterholes on the ground, accessible to children. Note: Director- Rosa removed the waterholes and storage them in a secure room. Completed at inspection.”
Corrected during the visit
746.4751(c) - Maintenance Procedures for Active Play - Hazards Removed or Repaired
“During inspection it was observed outside playground, the fences that covers the A/C unit did not have a lock, to which it is accessible to children's safety.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 18, 2023
746.4751(b) - Maintenance Procedures for Active Play - Monthly Maintenance Checklist
“During inspection it was observed outside in the schoolers playground, there is a two boards that is broken with a tiny nails hanging out, along with a ditch that has inappropriate cover, which is accessible to children.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 18, 2023
- Aug 31, 2023VisitNo rules cited
- Aug 24, 2023VisitNo rules cited
Apr 3, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
746.1107(2) - Additional Minimum Qualifications for Caregivers - HS Diploma, Equivalent, Certification of Completion
“Two caregivers personnel file were reviewed and were missing proof of education qualifications.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 6, 2023
- Mar 31, 2023VisitNo rules cited
- Jan 18, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
- Jan 10, 2023VisitNo rules cited
- Dec 21, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
- Dec 16, 2022VisitNo rules cited
Sep 7, 2022Inspection2 rules cited
746.5205(1) - Fire Drill Monthly - Exit in 3 Minutes
“The operation did not have the fire logs to review during business hours.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 15, 2022
746.5015(c) - Safety Requirements for Sprinkler Play - Equipment and Water Hoses Kept Out of Child's Reach
“I observed two water hoses unraveled on the playground area. Note: The director removed the items at the inspection.”
Corrected during the visit
- Oct 6, 2021InspectionNo rules cited
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FAQ
Questions about The Bear Creek KinderCare
Is The Bear Creek KinderCare licensed?
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued February 15, 1986.
When was The Bear Creek KinderCare last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on August 6, 2026, with 1 rule cited. It lists 12 visits in the last 3 years.
Has The Bear Creek KinderCare had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 8 rules across 5 of 12 visits in the last 3 years; 8 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 Bear Creek KinderCare care for?
135, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does The Bear Creek KinderCare accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are The Bear Creek KinderCare's hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 6:30 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does The Bear Creek KinderCare cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (281) 859-1465 to ask.
What is The Bear Creek KinderCare's phone number?
(281) 859-1465.
Where is The Bear Creek KinderCare?
17527 W Little York Rd, Houston, TX 77084. The nearest other daycare we list is Blooming Daisies Learning Center, 0.2 miles away.