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Northstar Preschools at Clear Lake

1250 Clear Lake City Blvd, Houston, TX 77062 · Harris County
2 high-risk citations in last 12 monthsAccepts child care subsidies

Northstar Preschools at Clear Lake is a licensed child care center in Houston, TX, licensed for up to 216 children and serving infants through school-age children. It has held its Texas license since 2024. Since October 2021, state inspectors have visited 14 times and investigated 6 reports. Inspectors recorded 33 citations, 11 of them high-risk, most often for building & playground safety (12 of 33). 8 citations came in the last 12 months, including 2 high-risk. 18% were corrected during the inspection itself. Measured by risk-weighted citations per inspection, it is tied for #765 of 882 centers in Houston and better than 3% of licensed centers statewide.

Inspection record

Better than 3%of 9,147 Texas licensed centers, comparing risk-weighted citations per inspection. Among the most cited
Tied for #765 of 882 centers in Houston
11High risk
14Medium High risk
7Medium risk
1Medium Low risk
0Low risk
33 citations from 14 inspections and 4 reports since Oct 1, 2021 · 8 in the last 12 months · last inspected Aug 4, 2026

Every state visit

20222023202420252026INSPECTIONS (top) · REPORTS & INVESTIGATIONS (bottom)Aug 4, 2026 · Inspection · citation foundJul 13, 2026 · Assessment · citation foundJun 5, 2026 · Inspection · citation foundMay 8, 2026 · Inspection · citation foundApr 20, 2026 · Inspection · citation foundSep 5, 2025 · Inspection · citation foundAug 1, 2025 · Inspection · no citationJul 22, 2025 · Report/investigation · no citationJul 17, 2025 · Report/investigation · citation foundMay 20, 2025 · Inspection · no citationMay 16, 2025 · Assessment · citation foundApr 9, 2025 · Inspection · no citationMar 25, 2025 · Report/investigation · no citationMar 25, 2025 · Inspection · citation foundMar 21, 2025 · Report/investigation · no citationMar 18, 2025 · Inspection · citation foundMar 14, 2025 · Report/investigation · citation foundJan 17, 2025 · Assessment · citation foundSep 27, 2024 · Inspection · no citationJul 31, 2024 · Inspection · no citationJun 4, 2024 · Inspection · citation foundMay 28, 2024 · Report/investigation · citation foundFeb 2, 2024 · Inspection · citation found
Citation foundNo citation

What inspectors cited most

Building & playground safety12
Training & qualifications5
Staff ratios4
Food & feeding2
Caregiver conduct2
Records & paperwork2
Supervision2
Transportation1
Sleep safety1
Child protection1
Health & medication1

Citations, newest first

Medium HighAug 4, 2026InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Documentation of Fire Inspection §746.5103
The operation's fire inspection expired on 5/20/2026, the operation was initially cited for not having a current fire inspection. A new fire inspection has not been conducted to date to put the operation into compliance due to ongoing building construction.
Correction verified Sep 30, 2026
Medium HighJul 13, 2026InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Documentation of Fire Inspection §746.5103
The operation's fire inspection expired on 5/20/2026, the operation was cited for not having a current fire inspection. A new fire inspection has not been conducted to date to put the operation into compliance.
Correction verified Aug 4, 2026
HighJul 13, 2026InspectionTraining & qualifications
Director Responsibilities - Operate in Compliance §746.1003(1)
The director is responsible for meeting compliance in maintaining current records, certificates, and permits. The director failed to ensure that the operation requested a fire inspection timely and as a result the operation is no longer in compliance.
Correction verified Aug 4, 2026
Medium HighJun 5, 2026InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Documentation of Fire Inspection §746.5103
A current fire inspection was not available upon request at inspection.
Correction verified Jul 13, 2026
Medium HighMay 8, 2026InspectionTransportation
Child Passenger Safety Seat System - Not expired or damaged in accident §746.5607(b)
Multiple booster seats were observed to be expired and a majority of booster seats did not contain any covering or barrier
Correction verified Jun 5, 2026
HighMay 8, 2026InspectionFood & feeding
Mark Cleaning Supplies, Toxic Materials; Keep Separate from Food and Inaccessible to Children §746.3407(12)
Multiple classrooms had chemicals such as Clorox toilet bowl cleaner, disinfectant spray, and gallons of paint easily accessible to children.
Corrected during the visit
Medium HighApr 20, 2026InspectionTraining & qualifications
Transportation Safety Training -Director and Employee Complete 2 Hours Annually §746.1316(a)
The director did not have transportation training available for review at the time of inspection.
Correction verified Apr 21, 2026
Medium HighApr 20, 2026InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Floors, ceilings and Walls in Good Repair and Clean §746.3407(9)
Multiple rooms were observed to have ceiling panels with water damage, gaps, exposed insulations, and a missing light panel.
Correction verified May 8, 2026
Medium HighSep 5, 2025InspectionFood & feeding
Requirements for Feeding Infants - Label Bottles/Cups §746.2419(6)
I observe two infant feeding bottles that were not labeled. Note: corrected when bottles labeled.
Corrected during the visit
Medium HighSep 5, 2025InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment §746.3407
I observe toilet in after school class that was clogged with debris and not flushing. Note: corrected during inspection.
Corrected during the visit
MediumSep 5, 2025InspectionSleep safety
Safety Requirements for Cribs - Label for Each Infant §746.2409(a)(10)
I observe child slepping in the crib that was not labeled with child's name. Note: corrected when staff labled the crib.
Corrected during the visit
Medium HighSep 5, 2025InspectionTraining & qualifications
Transportation Safety Training -Director and Employee Complete 2 Hours Annually §746.1316(a)
An employee personnel record evaluated was missing two hours of transportation safety training.
Correction verified Sep 16, 2025
Medium HighJul 17, 2025Found during an investigationChild protection
Reporting Suspected Abuse, Neglect, Exploitation-May not delegate responsibility to report §746.201(5)
Based on the information obtain through DFPS investigation, the daycare was notified about the incident on 07/15/2025, and did not report the allegations of abuse/neglect to DFPS.
Correction verified Sep 5, 2025
HighJul 17, 2025Found during an investigationCaregiver conduct
Prohibited Punishments - No Harsh, Cruel or Unusual §746.2805
Based on the information obtained during the DFPS Investigation, it was determined that a caregiver used inappropriate discipline with children in care.
Correction verified Sep 5, 2025
MediumJul 17, 2025Found during an investigationStaff ratios
Background Check Validation - You must inactivate a subject who is no longer associated with your operation within 7 days of leaving §745.651(1)
Based on the information obtained during the DFPS Investigation, it was determined a caregiver that is no longer employed was still listed with an active background check within the system.
Correction verified Sep 5, 2025
HighMay 16, 2025InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months §746.5101(a)
The operation has not had an updated fire inspection completed by the local fire marshal. The fire inspection needed to be updated 10/04/2024.
Correction verified Jun 4, 2025
HighMar 25, 2025InspectionStaff ratios
AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation §745.641
I observe two employees present in the classroom without a completed background check.
Correction verified Mar 25, 2025
MediumMar 18, 2025InspectionRecords & paperwork
Posting of Activity Plan §746.2209
The activity plan was not posted in the Endeavor's classroom (3-4yos). Note: corrected during inspection.
Corrected during the visit
MediumMar 18, 2025InspectionTraining & qualifications
Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Personnel and Training Records §746.801(3)
Two employees personnel records evaluate were missing information for operational/ employee policies, orientation and trainings completed.
Correction verified Apr 9, 2025
MediumMar 18, 2025InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Documentation of Drills §746.5205(4)
I did not observe documentation of emergency drills recorded.
Correction verified Mar 25, 2025
HighMar 18, 2025InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months §746.5101(a)
I did not observe current fire marshal inspection for the daycare.
Correction verified May 16, 2025
MediumMar 18, 2025InspectionTraining & qualifications
Documented Annual Training - 1 hour in Prevention, Recognition and Reporting of child maltreatment §746.1309(c)
Two caregivers are missing one hour of child maltreatment training.
Correction verified Apr 9, 2025
Medium HighMar 18, 2025InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Annual Sanitation Inspection §746.3401(a)
I did not observe current sanitation inspection completed for the daycare.
Correction verified Mar 25, 2025
Medium HighMar 18, 2025InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment §746.3407
I observe in the Cruiser Room (2yos) one of the toilet was clogged, iron rode hanging from the window and trimming along the wall loose.
Correction verified Mar 25, 2025
Medium HighMar 18, 2025InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Safety - Electrical Outlets Covered §746.3701(1)
I observe two electrical outlets uncovered in 2yos and 18-23months classrooms. Note: corrected during inspection.
Corrected during the visit
HighMar 14, 2025Found during an investigationSupervision
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)
Based on the information obtained during the investigation, it was determined caregiver did not provide supervision when a group of children left the child-care center unsupervised.
Correction verified May 20, 2025
MediumMar 14, 2025Found during an investigationHealth & medication
Licensing Incident/Illness Report Form - Situations Placing Children at Risk §746.701(5)
Based on the information obtained during the investigation, it was determined that parents were not provided with an incident report after group of children left the child-care center unsupervised.
Correction verified Apr 29, 2025
Medium HighMar 14, 2025Found during an investigationBuilding & playground safety
Safety - Areas Free From Hazards §746.3701
Based on the information obtained during the investigation, it was determined the playground area was not inspected by caregiver before children went outside to ensure there is no safety hazards.
Correction verified May 20, 2025
HighMar 14, 2025Found during an investigationStaff ratios
AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation §745.641
I observe two caregivers present without a complete background check. Note: corrected during inspection.
Correction verified Mar 18, 2025
Medium LowJan 17, 2025InspectionRecords & paperwork
Report Number of Employees §746.303(b)
The operation had not submitted the total number of employees who ceased working at the operation the previous calendar year by January 15, 2024.
Correction verified Feb 6, 2025
HighJun 4, 2024InspectionStaff ratios
AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation §745.641
During investigation inspection on 6/4/2024, it was determined the background check for one caregiver present and working with children was inactive. Note: caregiver left the operation during inspection.
Correction verified Jun 4, 2024
HighMay 28, 2024Found during an investigationCaregiver conduct
Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control §746.1201(1)
Based on the information obtained during the investigation, caregiver did not use good judgment by physically laying down a child for naptime in a forceful manner. The caregiver is no longer employed at the operation.
Correction verified Jul 31, 2024
HighFeb 2, 2024InspectionSupervision
Electronic Child Safety Alarm - is equipped in each vehicle §746.5625(a)
One of the vehicles used for transportation was missing an electronic child safety alarm.
Correction verified Feb 15, 2024

About this center

Licensed capacity216 children
Ages servedInfant, Toddler, Pre-Kindergarten, School
Hours06:30 AM-06:00 PM
DaysMon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
Licensed sinceMar 18, 2024
DirectorDelandia Rutley
Phone2814860027
State operation #1791343

Common questions

Does Northstar Preschools at Clear Lake take infants?

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

What are Northstar Preschools at Clear Lake’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 Northstar Preschools at Clear Lake accept child care subsidies?

Yes, according to its state licensing record.

How much does Northstar Preschools at Clear Lake cost?

Texas does not publish individual centers’ prices, so ask Northstar Preschools at Clear Lake 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 Northstar Preschools at Clear Lake had any serious violations?

Inspectors recorded 11 high-risk citations since 2021. The most recent was on Jul 13, 2026: “Director Responsibilities - Operate in Compliance.” Each one is listed in full above.

How does Northstar Preschools at Clear Lake compare with other daycares in Houston?

It is tied for #765 of 882 centers in Houston by risk-weighted citations per inspection, and is better than 3% of licensed centers statewide (out of 9,147 Texas centers with enough inspection history).

When was Northstar Preschools at Clear Lake last inspected?

Aug 4, 2026. Inspectors cited at least one rule 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 1791343 on Search Texas Child Care. Data refreshed Sep 30, 2026.