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Locomotion Early Learning Center

6142 Highway 6 N Unit 16, Houston, TX 77084 · Harris County
2 high-risk citations in last 12 monthsAccepts child care subsidies

Locomotion Early Learning Center is a licensed child care center in Houston, TX, licensed for up to 56 children and serving infants through school-age children. It has held its Texas license since 2022. Since October 2021, state inspectors have visited 19 times and investigated 2 reports. Inspectors recorded 58 citations, 8 of them high-risk, most often for building & playground safety (22 of 58). 25 citations came in the last 12 months, including 2 high-risk. 9% were corrected during the inspection itself. Measured by risk-weighted citations per inspection, it is tied for #825 of 882 centers in Houston and better than 1% of licensed centers statewide.

Inspection record

Better than 1%of 9,147 Texas licensed centers, comparing risk-weighted citations per inspection. Among the most cited
Tied for #825 of 882 centers in Houston
8High risk
34Medium High risk
15Medium risk
1Medium Low risk
0Low risk
58 citations from 19 inspections and 2 reports since Oct 1, 2021 · 25 in the last 12 months · last inspected Jul 27, 2026

Every state visit

20222023202420252026INSPECTIONS (top) · REPORTS & INVESTIGATIONS (bottom)Jul 27, 2026 · Inspection · no citationJul 23, 2026 · Report/investigation · no citationJun 25, 2026 · Inspection · citation foundJun 12, 2026 · Inspection · citation foundMay 18, 2026 · Inspection · citation foundApr 23, 2026 · Inspection · citation foundApr 8, 2026 · Inspection · citation foundJan 20, 2026 · Assessment · citation foundApr 24, 2025 · Inspection · no citationApr 9, 2025 · Inspection · citation foundMay 16, 2024 · Inspection · citation foundMay 7, 2024 · Inspection · citation foundNov 14, 2023 · Inspection · citation foundJun 12, 2023 · Inspection · citation foundNov 2, 2022 · Inspection · no citationSep 14, 2022 · Inspection · no citationAug 25, 2022 · Inspection · citation foundAug 16, 2022 · Inspection · citation foundJun 22, 2022 · Inspection · no citationJun 8, 2022 · Inspection · citation foundMay 12, 2022 · Inspection · no citationMay 6, 2022 · Report/investigation · citation found
Citation foundNo citation

What inspectors cited most

Building & playground safety22
Staff ratios7
Records & paperwork7
Health & medication6
Supervision5
Training & qualifications4
Sleep safety3
Food & feeding2
Other standards1
Transportation1

Citations, newest first

Medium HighJun 25, 2026InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Maintenance Procedures for Active Play - Hazards Removed or Repaired §746.4751(c)
The playground area has sand around it. The sand is accessible to children.
Correction verified Jul 8, 2026
MediumJun 12, 2026InspectionStaff ratios
Determining Child/Caregiver Ratios - All Children Included §746.1507(4)
A child relative (3 years old) is in the infant room with children ages 6 weeks to 17 months
Correction verified Jun 25, 2026
Medium HighJun 12, 2026InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Fenced Outdoor Activity Space -Gates Locked §746.4309
There is no locking mechanism for the fenced outdoor activity area.
Correction verified Jun 25, 2026
Medium HighJun 12, 2026InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Maintenance Procedures for Active Play - Hazards Removed or Repaired §746.4751(c)
The playground area has screws on the ground, toys with standing water, metal pieces and sandbags.
Correction verified Jun 25, 2026
MediumMay 18, 2026InspectionRecords & paperwork
Daily Menus - Record Comparable Substitutions §746.3313(1)
The menu did not match what was served for lunch. The menu stated sloppy joes and I observed mashed potatoes with corn and bread.
Correction verified Jun 11, 2026
Medium HighMay 18, 2026InspectionFood & feeding
Requirements for Feeding Infants - Label Bottles/Cups §746.2419(6)
The infants bottle was not labeled with a name.
Correction verified Jun 11, 2026
MediumMay 18, 2026InspectionStaff ratios
Determining Child/Caregiver Ratios - All Children Included §746.1507(4)
A child relative is not being counted in ratio.
Correction verified Jun 11, 2026
Medium HighMay 18, 2026InspectionSupervision
Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know children's names and ages §746.1205(a)(3)
The caregiver in the prek room did not know the ages of children in her care.
Correction verified Jun 11, 2026
Medium HighMay 18, 2026InspectionRecords & paperwork
Tracking System or Sign-in and Sign-out Logs §746.603(a)(8)
There was no attendance record of children in the pre k room.
Correction verified Jun 11, 2026
HighMay 18, 2026InspectionOther standards
Activities for Infants - Not in Restrictive Device for more than 15 Minutes §746.2417(2)(B)
An infant was observed in a carseat for more than 15 minutes.
Correction verified Jun 11, 2026
MediumMay 18, 2026InspectionHealth & medication
Children's Records - Health Statement §746.603(a)(3)
4 out of 8 files reviewed did not have health statements.
Correction verified Jun 11, 2026
Medium HighApr 23, 2026InspectionRecords & paperwork
Required Admission Information - Emergency Contact §746.605(6)
4 out of 8 files did not have an emergency contact.
Correction verified May 18, 2026
Medium HighApr 23, 2026InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Maintenance Procedures for Active Play - Hazards Removed or Repaired §746.4751(c)
There are pieces of wood on the playground and the fence has an opening.
Correction verified Jun 12, 2026
Medium HighApr 8, 2026InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Maintenance Procedures for Active Play - Hazards Removed or Repaired §746.4751(c)
There are pieces of wood on the playground and the fence has an opening.
Correction verified Apr 23, 2026
Medium HighApr 8, 2026InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Fenced Outdoor Activity Space §746.4305
The fence for the outdoor space is not completely closed and has an opening.
Correction verified Jun 11, 2026
Medium HighApr 8, 2026InspectionSleep safety
Infant Care Area Furnishings and Equipment - Crib for Each Non-walking Infant Younger Than 12 Months of Age §746.2405(2)
In the infant room there was one crib observed with 2 infants under 17 months.
Correction verified Apr 23, 2026
Medium HighApr 8, 2026InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Emergency Evacuation and Relocation Diagram §746.5207(a)
In the toddler room, there is no relocation diagram.
Correction verified Apr 23, 2026
MediumApr 8, 2026InspectionHealth & medication
Children's Records - Health Statement §746.603(a)(3)
4 out of 8 files reviewed did not have health statements.
Correction verified May 18, 2026
MediumApr 8, 2026InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Fenced Outdoor Activity Space -Exits Required §746.4307
The outdoor play area has only an exit to the outdoors.
Correction verified Jun 11, 2026
HighApr 8, 2026InspectionSupervision
Supervision ensures each child’s safety, well-being, including physical proximity and auditory or visual awareness of each child’s on going activity §746.1205(a)(4)
During the walkthrough a 3 year old was observed walking the hall unsupervised.
Correction verified Apr 23, 2026
Medium HighApr 8, 2026InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Not Over Concrete or Asphalt §746.4907(b)
The mulch on the playground is placed on top of concrete.
Correction verified Jun 3, 2026
Medium HighApr 8, 2026InspectionHealth & medication
Diaper Changing Equipment - Hand-washing Sink in Diaper Changing Area §746.3503(d)
There is no handwashing sink in the infant room.
Correction verified May 18, 2026
Medium HighApr 8, 2026InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Emergency Evacuation and Relocation Diagram - Two Exits from Each Room §746.5207(a)(2)
There are two classrooms without exit doors.
Correction verified Apr 23, 2026
Medium HighApr 8, 2026InspectionRecords & paperwork
Required Admission Information - Emergency Contact §746.605(6)
4 out of 8 files did not have an emergency contact.
Correction verified Apr 23, 2026
Medium LowJan 20, 2026InspectionRecords & paperwork
Report Number of Employees §746.303(b)
The operation has failed to report the number of employees who left in 2025.
Correction verified Feb 6, 2026
Medium HighApr 9, 2025InspectionStaff ratios
Child/Caregiver Ratio - 18 Months Difference in Age §746.1605(1)
15 children were combined in one room ages 15months -4 years old with 2 teachers. Note: This was corrected when the teachers went into seperate rooms.
Correction verified Apr 24, 2025
MediumApr 9, 2025InspectionHealth & medication
Children's Records - Health Statement §746.603(a)(3)
5 out of 5 children did not have a health statment on file.
Correction verified Apr 24, 2025
Medium HighApr 9, 2025InspectionStaff ratios
Food Service and Preparation Requirement - Cover All Stored Food §746.3317(8)
A pot with food in it was uncovered in the refrigerator.
Correction verified Apr 24, 2025
Medium HighApr 9, 2025InspectionRecords & paperwork
Required Admission Information - Emergency Contact §746.605(6)
5 out of 5 children did not have emergency contacts on their admission form
Correction verified Apr 24, 2025
Medium HighApr 9, 2025InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Fenced Outdoor Activity Space -Gates Locked §746.4309
The playground was locked and not accessible to licensing upon request.
Correction verified Apr 24, 2025
HighApr 9, 2025InspectionSupervision
Supervision ensures each child’s safety, well-being, including physical proximity and auditory or visual awareness of each child’s on going activity §746.1205(a)(4)
Upon arrival a 2 year old was observed in the office of the operation unsupervised.
Correction verified Apr 24, 2025
Medium HighApr 9, 2025InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Safety - Electrical Outlets Covered §746.3701(1)
In the infant room there were 2 outlets exposed without covers.
Correction verified Apr 24, 2025
MediumMay 16, 2024InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Documentation of Drills §746.5205(4)
The documentation of drills were not available for review upon request.
Correction verified May 21, 2024
Medium HighMay 16, 2024InspectionTraining & qualifications
Designating Director §746.201(4)
The designated director is in the classroom as a caregiver and the owner is acting as a director.
Correction verified Jun 21, 2024
MediumMay 16, 2024InspectionTraining & qualifications
Director Annual Training 30 Hours Required §746.1311(a)
Director has not completed the required 30 hours of annual training.
Correction verified Jun 7, 2024
Medium HighMay 16, 2024InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment §746.3407
The designated play area has long grass and trees that is not safe for the children to play in.
Correction verified May 16, 2024
MediumMay 7, 2024InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Documentation of Drills §746.5205(4)
The documentation of drills were not available for review upon request.
Correction verified May 16, 2024
Medium HighMay 7, 2024InspectionStaff ratios
Child/Caregiver Ratio - 18 Months Difference in Age §746.1605(1)
In the infant room there is 6 children present. 5 months, 8 months, two 14 month olds and two 2 year olds.
Corrected during the visit
Medium HighMay 7, 2024InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Fenced Outdoor Activity Space -Gates Locked §746.4309
The gate to the play area is locked and the owner does not have access to the key.
Correction verified May 14, 2024
MediumMay 7, 2024InspectionTraining & qualifications
Director Annual Training 30 Hours Required §746.1311(a)
Director has not completed the required 30 hours of annual training.
Correction verified May 16, 2024
Medium HighNov 14, 2023InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Prohibited Equipment for Infants - Baby Walkers §746.2415(a)(1)
A baby walker with wheels was present in the infant room. This was corrected when the wheels were removed.
Corrected during the visit
MediumNov 14, 2023InspectionHealth & medication
Handwashing Sink in Diaper-Changing Area §746.4403(a)
There was no hand washing sink in the diaper changing area in a room used by children that are still in diapers.
Correction verified Dec 4, 2023
Medium HighNov 14, 2023InspectionTraining & qualifications
CPR Training and Recertification Adhere to Guidelines-skill based §746.1315(b)(1)
Two employees, including the director, did not have valid CPR that meets minimum standard requirements and includes a hands-on portion with the mannequin.
Correction verified Dec 4, 2023
MediumNov 14, 2023InspectionHealth & medication
Children's Records - Immunizations §746.603(a)(4)
One child did not have an immunization record present in their file.
Correction verified Dec 1, 2023
Medium HighNov 14, 2023InspectionSleep safety
Safety Requirements for Cribs - Snug Fitting Sheets §746.2409(a)(2)
A loose crib sheet was in use and presented an entanglement hazard. This was corrected when it was replaced with a tighter fitting sheet.
Corrected during the visit
Medium HighNov 14, 2023InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Safety - Areas Free From Hazards §746.3701
The outside space meant for use by children is overgrown with grass and not safe to be used.
Correction verified Nov 29, 2023
Medium HighNov 14, 2023InspectionFood & feeding
Required Admission Information-Completed Food Allergy Plan §746.605(16)
A child with multiple diagnosed food allergies did not have a food allergy emergency plan on file at the operation.
Correction verified Dec 1, 2023
HighNov 14, 2023InspectionStaff ratios
AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation §745.641
A caregiver was present around children prior to receiving an eligible background check.
Correction verified Nov 21, 2023
Medium HighJun 12, 2023InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment §746.3407
During the walk through the outdoor playground was observed, there were debris of trash on the ground, grass not cut down and toys. Photos were taken during the walk through.
Correction verified Jun 19, 2023
Medium HighJun 12, 2023InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Garbage Inaccessible to Children; Maintained in Sanitary Manner §746.3407(8)
During walk through it was observed by the exit door a trash bag was on the floor accessible to children. Note: Trash bag was removed and clear of access to children. This was correct at inspection.
Corrected during the visit
Medium HighAug 25, 2022InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Safety - Areas Free From Hazards §746.3701
I observed in the infant room a paint bucket and paint pail filled with paint on the changing table and near bottles. I also observed a caregiver painting and washing paint brushes in the infant sink while 3 infants were in care on the floor.
Corrected during the visit
HighAug 16, 2022InspectionSupervision
Responsibilities of Caregivers - Supervision of Children §746.1203(4)
I observed a caregiver answer the door leaving 2 kids unsupervised, I also observed a caregiver take a child to the restroom leaving the classroom with 7 kids unsupervised.
Correction verified Aug 25, 2022
Medium HighAug 16, 2022InspectionSleep safety
Adequate Lighting During Naptime §746.2911
I observed a classroom with 7 children napping with no adequate lighting.
Correction verified Aug 25, 2022
HighAug 16, 2022InspectionStaff ratios
AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation §745.641
A caregiver was in direct care of a child without an active background check.
Correction verified Aug 25, 2022
MediumJun 8, 2022InspectionRecords & paperwork
Required Personnel Records §746.901
Seven complete personnel files were not available for me to observe during my inspection.
Correction verified Jun 22, 2022
HighJun 8, 2022InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Safety Requirements for Active Play Equipment - No Entanglement Protrusions or Openings §746.4601(4)
I observed two nails and two jacket hooks protruding from the outdoor playground fencing.
Correction verified Jun 22, 2022
HighJun 8, 2022InspectionSupervision
Electronic Child Safety Alarm - is equipped in each vehicle §746.5625(a)
There was no child safety alarm installed in the vehicle that is currently being used to transport children in care.
Correction verified Jun 22, 2022
MediumMay 6, 2022Found during an investigationTransportation
Required Admission Information - Transportation Permission §746.605(8)
Based on the information obtained, there is sufficient evidence to suggest the operation did not have a signed authorization to drop off and pick up the child from his home. The signed transportation authorization states the child should be dropped off and picked up from the child's elementary school and not the child's home.
Correction verified May 23, 2022

About this center

Licensed capacity56 children
Ages servedInfant, Toddler, Pre-Kindergarten, School
Hours06:30 AM-06:00 PM
DaysMon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
Licensed sinceDec 19, 2022
DirectorYorlene Silva
Phone2816562501
State operation #1741892

Common questions

Does Locomotion Early Learning Center take infants?

Yes. Texas licenses it to care for infants through school-age children.

What are Locomotion Early Learning Center’s hours?

6:30 AM to 6 PM, Monday through Friday, according to its state licensing record. Confirm holiday and summer hours with the center.

Does Locomotion Early Learning Center accept child care subsidies?

Yes, according to its state licensing record.

How much does Locomotion Early Learning Center cost?

Texas does not publish individual centers’ prices, so ask Locomotion Early Learning Center for its current tuition. For comparison, the median full-day price at licensed centers in the Gulf Coast area, which includes Houston, is $42.60 a day for infants, $40.80 a day for toddlers and $39.40 a day for 3-year-olds (2025 Texas Child Care Market Rate Survey).

Has Locomotion Early Learning Center had any serious violations?

Inspectors recorded 8 high-risk citations since 2021. The most recent was on May 18, 2026: “Activities for Infants - Not in Restrictive Device for more than 15 Minutes.” Each one is listed in full above.

How does Locomotion Early Learning Center compare with other daycares in Houston?

It is tied for #825 of 882 centers in Houston by risk-weighted citations per inspection, and is better than 1% of licensed centers statewide (out of 9,147 Texas centers with enough inspection history).

When was Locomotion Early Learning Center last inspected?

Jul 27, 2026. No violations were found during that visit.

Licensed centers nearby

Citations are quoted from Texas HHS inspection records. Many are corrected the same day, and a citation is a finding about one rule, not a judgment about a center overall.

To see the official record, search operation 1741892 on Search Texas Child Care. Data refreshed Sep 30, 2026.