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Woodson Young Scholars Academy

700 Washington Ln, Odessa, TX 797615.0· 1 review
licensed capacity
55
open each week
5 days
a week, county median
$155
year first permitted
2006

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About Woodson Young Scholars Academy

Woodson Young Scholars Academy is a licensed child care center in Odessa, Texas. The state has permitted it since October 27, 2006, for up to 55 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.

It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM.

Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 14 visits in the last 3 years and cited 18 rules across 6 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

InfantsSchool-ageAccepts child care subsidy

Ages served: infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children

From the state license
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Type
Child care center
Ages
Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
Hours today
7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Licensed capacity
55 children

Hours

Hours

MondayToday7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Tuesday7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Wednesday7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Thursday7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Friday7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
SaturdayNot listed
SundayNot listed
From the state license

Programs

Programs and care

AgesInfants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license
Child care subsidyAccepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license
Licensed capacity55 childrenFrom the state license
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Cost

Tuition and costs

Woodson Young Scholars Academy has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Ector County has a median price of $155 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.
Ector County medians, full time, per week

Infant

Center$155
Home daycare$138

Toddler

Center$144
Home daycare$131

Preschool

Center$140
Home daycare$129

School age

Center$132
Home daycare$122

County median full-time prices at centers and home daycares, U.S. Department of Labor, National Database of Childcare Prices, 2022 (the latest year). Not this daycare's rates; prices have risen since.

State record

Inspection reports for Woodson Young Scholars Academy

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
Full Permit
Capacity
55 children
Ages
Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
Permit issued
2006
License number
#859099
See the state's record

Summary

14 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Sep 8, 2026: no rules cited

Rules cited on 6 of 14 visits · 18 rules in all · 18 corrected

  • Safety and hazards 6
  • Records and paperwork 6
  • Safe sleep 2
  • Food and nutrition 1
  • Supervision and ratios 1
  • Building, equipment and play areas 1
  • Health, medication and illness 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.

The state lists conditions on this permit.

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  1. Sep 8, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  2. Aug 6, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  3. Aug 4, 2026VisitNo rules cited
  4. Jul 31, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  5. Jul 20, 2026Inspection3 rules cited
    • Food and nutritionHigh risk

      746.2419(3) - Requirements for Feeding Infants - Never Prop Bottles

      “While conducting a walk through an infant four months old was seen in a bouncer with a bottle propped with a blanket.”

      The state verified the correction on Jul 31, 2026

    • Safety and hazardsHigh risk

      746.5101(a) - Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months

      “Operation did not have a current fire inspection for Licensing to view.”

      The state verified the correction on Jul 31, 2026

    • Safe sleepHigh risk

      746.2415(b) - AP Cribs - Only Snug Fitting Sheet and Crib Mattress Cover Allowed if Infant Younger than 12 Months of Age

      “When conducting a walk through an 8 month infant was observed in an a crib with a blanket.”

      The state verified the correction on Jul 31, 2026

  6. Apr 16, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  7. Apr 14, 2026VisitNo rules cited
  8. Sep 15, 2025Visit1 rule cited
    • Records and paperworkMedium risk

      746.901 - Required Personnel Records

      “Operation did not have personal files available for licensing to view.”

      The state verified the correction on Sep 16, 2025

  9. Sep 8, 2025Visit1 rule cited
    • Records and paperworkMedium risk

      746.901 - Required Personnel Records

      “Operation did not have or submit the personnel files for licensing to review.”

      The state verified the correction on Sep 15, 2025

  10. Aug 28, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Show 7 earlier visits
  1. Aug 18, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
    • Supervision and ratiosMedium High risk

      746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children

      “Two classroom in the operation were out of ratio when a walk through was conducted.”

      Corrected during the visit

    • Records and paperworkMedium risk

      746.901 - Required Personnel Records

      “Operation was missing multiple information in the personnel files.”

      The state verified the correction on Sep 8, 2025

  2. Jan 30, 2025Inspection6 rules cited
    • Building, equipment and play areasMedium High risk

      746.3701(5) - Safety - Play Materials and Equipment Safe

      “Play equipment outside were not maintained properly. Having sharp edges that may cause harm to children.”

      The state verified the correction on Feb 18, 2025

    • Safety and hazardsHigh risk

      746.5101(a) - Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months

      “operatin did not have a current fire inspection for licensing to view.”

      The state verified the correction on Feb 18, 2025

    • Safety and hazardsMedium High risk

      746.5401 - Requirement of Gas Leak Inspection

      “Operation did not have a current gas inspection for licensing to view.”

      The state verified the correction on Feb 18, 2025

    • Safe sleepHigh risk

      746.2415(b) - AP Cribs - Only Snug Fitting Sheet and Crib Mattress Cover Allowed if Infant Younger than 12 Months of Age

      “Blanket was observed in a crib with a child sleeping who was under 12 months old.”

      Corrected during the visit

    • Safety and hazardsMedium risk

      746.4135(b) - Children's Products- Annual Certification

      “Operation did not have an annual certification of the product safety sheet.”

      The state verified the correction on Feb 18, 2025

    • Records and paperworkMedium risk

      746.5205(4) - Documentation of Drills

      “Operation did not have documented drills for licensing to view.”

      The state verified the correction on Feb 18, 2025

  3. Mar 7, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  4. Feb 22, 2024Inspection5 rules cited
    • Safety and hazardsMedium High risk

      746.5101(b) - Annual Fire Inspection - Conducted by Fire Marshal

      “Operation did not have a current fire inspection.”

      The state verified the correction on Mar 7, 2024

    • Safety and hazardsMedium High risk

      746.5401 - Requirement of Gas Leak Inspection

      “Operation did not have a current gas inspection.”

      The state verified the correction on Mar 7, 2024

    • Records and paperworkMedium risk

      746.603(a) - Children's Records Maintained

      “Children files reviewed at the operation were not complete and were missing important documentation needed.”

      The state verified the correction on Mar 7, 2024

    • Health, medication and illnessMedium High risk

      746.3401(a) - Annual Sanitation Inspection

      “Operation did not have a current annual health inspection.”

      The state verified the correction on Mar 7, 2024

    • Records and paperworkMedium risk

      746.901 - Required Personnel Records

      “Personnel files reviewed at the operation were not complete and missing required information.”

      The state verified the correction on Mar 7, 2024

  5. Apr 13, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
  6. Mar 27, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
    • Background checksHigh risk

      745.635(2) - AP Background check determination - If ineligible then you must immediately remove subject from operation and confirm to CBCU receipt of notice letter

      “Operation allowed a staff member was present and have direct access to children. Operation was given email notice back in October 2022.”

      Corrected during the visit

  7. May 6, 2022Inspection1 rule cited
    • Records and paperworkMedium Low risk

      746.901(4) - Required Personnel Records - Required Affidavit

      “When reviewing staff files Affidavit's were missing.”

      The state verified the correction on May 10, 2022

Copied from Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation on October 1, 2026; the state's records start around Sep 2021. Rule wording, severity and dates are the state's.

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FAQ

Questions about Woodson Young Scholars Academy

Is Woodson Young Scholars Academy licensed?

Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued October 27, 2006.

When was Woodson Young Scholars Academy last inspected?

Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on September 8, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 14 visits in the last 3 years.

Has Woodson Young Scholars Academy had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 18 rules across 6 of 14 visits in the last 3 years; 18 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 Woodson Young Scholars Academy care for?

55, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.

Does Woodson Young Scholars Academy accept child care subsidies?

Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.

What are Woodson Young Scholars Academy's hours?

Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.

How much does Woodson Young Scholars Academy cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (432) 813-7704 to ask.

What is Woodson Young Scholars Academy's phone number?

(432) 813-7704.

Where is Woodson Young Scholars Academy?

700 Washington Ln, Odessa, TX 79761. The nearest other daycare we list is Right At School At Milam Elementary, 0.2 miles away.

Sources: Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation (license and visits) · U.S. Department of Labor, 2022 (county prices).