Talents Child Care Center #2
8511 N Houston Rosslyn Rd Ste 150, Houston, TX
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Thelma Cares Academy
- licensed capacity
- 85
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $167
- year first permitted
- 1998
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About Thelma Cares Academy
Thelma Cares Academy is a licensed child care center in Houston, Texas. The state has permitted it since February 27, 1998, for up to 85 children, serving 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 8 visits in the last 3 years and cited 8 rules across 4 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
School-ageAccepts child care subsidyOpens before 7 AM
Ages served: preschoolers and school-age children
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 85 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 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 |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 85 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Thelma Cares Academy has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time preschool care at a child care center in Harris County has a median price of $167 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 Thelma Cares Academy
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Full Permit
- Capacity
- 85 children
- Ages
- Preschoolers and school-age children
- Permit issued
- 1998
- License number
- #523518
Summary
8 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Aug 25, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 4 of 8 visits · 8 rules in all · 8 corrected
- Records and paperwork 3
- Staff training and qualifications 2
- Building, equipment and play areas 1
- Safety and hazards 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 14 visits
- Aug 25, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Jan 21, 2026Visit1 rule cited
746.303(b) - Report Number of Employees
“A review of the Employees Who Left Employment in 2025 data from January 20, 2026, revealed that the center had not reported the number of employees who left employment in 2025 by January 15, 2026, as required.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 26, 2026
- Nov 5, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Oct 14, 2025Inspection5 rules cited
746.603(a) - Children's Records Maintained
“Four children's files were evaluated and are missing the following information: admission date, emergency contact, transport permission, and health care information.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 5, 2025
746.1316(a) - Transportation Safety Training -Director and Employee Complete 2 Hours Annually
“The volunteer transporter does not have transportation training.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 5, 2025
746.901 - Required Personnel Records
“The volunteer transporter file was not available during the time of the inspection.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 5, 2025
746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
“On the playground, CCR observed several tree branches, broken fences with missing pickets that are accessible to the children and water damage to the acoustic tiles on the ceilings of both the basketball room and game room.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 5, 2025
746.5101(a) - Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
“The operation does not have an updated fire inspection; the last fire inspection was on 02/27/2024.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 5, 2025
Oct 28, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
746.1316(a) - Transportation Safety Training -Director and Employee Complete 2 Hours Annually
“One driver did not have current transportation training the training expired June 11, 2024.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 4, 2024
- Apr 5, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Nov 30, 2023Complaint investigation1 rule cited
746.1201(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
“The transportation van was involved in a minor accident with children on board when the driver attempted to pull around another bus when there was not sufficient space to move past the other bus.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 9, 2024
- Nov 3, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
- Jun 28, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
- Jun 20, 2023VisitNo rules cited
Show 4 earlier visits
Nov 22, 2022Complaint investigation2 rules cited
746.201(9) - Complying with Laws and Rules
“The permit holder did not ensure that she was in compliance with minimum standards, rule or law. A child, who was not enrolled, was allowed to be present at the operation during hours of operation. Subsequently, while at the operation, the child sustained a serious injury, which required medical attention.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 10, 2023
745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
“An individual was present and caring for children without having a completed initial background check. The individual was not an employee but frequently visited and care for children at the operation.”
Corrected during the visit
- Nov 8, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
Nov 9, 2021Inspection4 rules cited
746.1309(e) - Documented Annual Training- Required Content
“Emergency preparedness (2)Preventing and controlling the spread of communicable diseases (3)Administering medication (4)Preventing and responding to emergencies due to food or an allergic reactions (5)Understanding building and physical premises safety (6)Handling, storing, and disposing of hazardous materials (1)Care of children with special needs [Low];”
The state verified the correction on Dec 4, 2021
746.1311(a) - Director Annual Training 30 Hours Required
“The director did not have the required 30 hours of annual training.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 4, 2021
746.5101(a) - Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
“The fire inspection expired August 2021.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 16, 2021
746.1309(a) - Documented Annual Training Area - 24 Hours Required
“Two of the two caregiver files reviewed did not have the required 24 hours training.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 4, 2021
- Oct 8, 2021VisitNo rules cited
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FAQ
Questions about Thelma Cares Academy
Is Thelma Cares Academy licensed?
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued February 27, 1998.
When was Thelma Cares Academy last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on August 25, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 8 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Thelma Cares Academy had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 8 rules across 4 of 8 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 Thelma Cares Academy care for?
85, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Thelma Cares Academy accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Thelma Cares Academy'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 Thelma Cares Academy cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (713) 983-9000 to ask.
What is Thelma Cares Academy's phone number?
(713) 983-9000.
Where is Thelma Cares Academy?
6340 West Little York Road, Houston, TX 77091. The nearest other daycare we list is Talents Child Care Center #2, 0.4 miles away.