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16850 Middlebrook Dr, Houston, TX
University Preschool
- licensed capacity
- 221
- open each week
- 4 days
- a week, county median
- $185
- year first permitted
- 1999
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About
About University Preschool
University Preschool is a licensed child care center in Houston, Texas. The state has permitted it since March 16, 1999, for up to 221 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Thursday, 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM.
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 4 visits in the last 3 years and cited no rules in those visits. 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
- Child care center
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 221 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM |
| Thursday | 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM |
| Friday | Not listed |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Licensed capacity | 221 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
University Preschool 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 University Preschool
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Full Permit
- Capacity
- 221 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Permit issued
- 1999
- License number
- #539040
Summary
4 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Aug 31, 2026: no rules cited
No rules cited on any of 4 visits
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.
The state lists conditions on this permit.
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- Aug 31, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Nov 5, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Sep 8, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Sep 10, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Sep 13, 2023Inspection3 rules cited
746.801(13) - Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Gas Inspection Report
“I did not observe most recent gas pipe test inspection report available for review.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 21, 2023
746.801(11) - Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Fire Inspection Report, Including Written Approval for Above/Below Ground Level Care
“I did not observe most recent fire marshal inspection report available for review.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 21, 2023
746.801(5) - Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Employees' Attendance
“There was no documentation of director documenting her arrival and departure times at the center. Note corrected during inspection.”
Corrected during the visit
- Sep 13, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
- Feb 17, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
- Feb 10, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
Feb 9, 2022Visit1 rule cited
746.1203(4) - Responsibilities of Caregivers- Supervision of Children
“Based on information obtained, there was sufficient evidence to support that a child was left on the playground unsupervised.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 17, 2022
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FAQ
Questions about University Preschool
Is University Preschool licensed?
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued March 16, 1999.
When was University Preschool last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on August 31, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 4 visits in the last 3 years.
Has University Preschool had rules cited by the state?
No. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists no cited rules in its 4 visits in the last 3 years. 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 University Preschool care for?
221, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does University Preschool accept child care subsidies?
The state record does not list it as accepting subsidies. Ask the provider directly.
What are University Preschool's hours?
Monday to Thursday, 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does University Preschool cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (281) 488-8517 to ask.
What is University Preschool's phone number?
(281) 488-8517.
Where is University Preschool?
16106 Middlebrook Dr, Houston, TX 77059. The nearest other daycare we list is Armand Bayou Montessori School, 0.5 miles away.