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SJB Childcare LLC dba Growing in Graces

13147 W Lake Houston Pkwy, Houston, TX 77044 · Harris County
Accepts child care subsidies

SJB Childcare LLC dba Growing in Graces is a licensed child care center in Houston, TX, licensed for up to 118 children and serving infants through school-age children. It has held its Texas license since 2017. Since October 2021, state inspectors have visited 16 times and investigated 3 reports. Inspectors recorded 48 citations, 15 of them high-risk, most often for building & playground safety (14 of 48). None of them came in the last 12 months. 23% were corrected during the inspection itself. Its last 6 inspections found no violations. 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
15High risk
25Medium High risk
8Medium risk
0Medium Low risk
0Low risk
48 citations from 16 inspections and 3 reports since Oct 1, 2021 · 0 in the last 12 months · last inspected Sep 30, 2026

Every state visit

20222023202420252026INSPECTIONS (top) · REPORTS & INVESTIGATIONS (bottom)Sep 30, 2026 · Inspection · no citationJan 7, 2026 · Inspection · no citationNov 7, 2025 · Inspection · no citationSep 9, 2025 · Inspection · no citationMar 20, 2025 · Inspection · no citationDec 30, 2024 · Inspection · no citationDec 23, 2024 · Inspection · citation foundDec 20, 2024 · Report/investigation · citation foundAug 27, 2024 · Inspection · no citationAug 13, 2024 · Inspection · citation foundMay 24, 2024 · Inspection · no citationApr 18, 2024 · Inspection · citation foundAug 22, 2023 · Inspection · no citationJun 7, 2023 · Inspection · citation foundApr 21, 2023 · Inspection · citation foundApr 19, 2023 · Report/investigation · no citationJun 16, 2022 · Inspection · citation foundNov 8, 2021 · Inspection · no citationOct 28, 2021 · Report/investigation · no citation
Citation foundNo citation

What inspectors cited most

Building & playground safety14
Health & medication6
Food & feeding6
Other standards5
Sleep safety5
Transportation4
Staff ratios3
Supervision2
Training & qualifications2
Records & paperwork1

Citations, newest first

HighDec 23, 2024InspectionHealth & medication
Required Admission Information - Emergency Medical Authorization §746.605(11)
One child's file did not have emergecny medical authorization.
Correction verified Jan 2, 2025
HighDec 20, 2024Found 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)
It was found that a child in care managed to run out the front doors and into the shopping strip where the operation is located.
Correction verified Dec 30, 2024
HighDec 20, 2024Found during an investigationRecords & paperwork
Report Situation Placing Children at Risk §746.305(a)(6)
A self-report was not received regarding a child in care who wandered away from the operation.
Correction verified Dec 30, 2024
MediumAug 13, 2024InspectionOther standards
HRC 42.04271 - Parent's Rights
Three children's records did not have a statement or proof that the parent's received a copy of parents' rights.
Correction verified Aug 27, 2024
HighAug 13, 2024InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Safety Requirements for Active Play Equipment - No Entrapment Openings §746.4601(3)
The big slide on the big playground has an opening at the top of the slide that could potentially trap a child's hand or clothing when sliding down the equipment.
Correction verified Aug 27, 2024
Medium HighAug 13, 2024InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment §746.3407
The wooden fence surrounding the big playground has a wooden board that has fallen and has exposed nails accessible to children in care.
Correction verified Aug 27, 2024
Medium HighAug 13, 2024InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Safety - Areas Free From Hazards §746.3701
In the toddler room, sharp and hazardous office supplies such as hole punchers, staple remover, adult scissors, and a letter opener were found on the children shelving accessible to children. This was corrected when these items were removed.
Corrected during the visit
HighAug 13, 2024InspectionSleep safety
AP Must Place Infants in Face up Sleeping Position or Must Have Completed and Signed Sleep Exception Form for the Infant §746.2427(a)
A 5 month infant was placed and found sleeping on their tummy who is unable to roll over independently. There is no sleep exception form for the infant.
Correction verified Aug 27, 2024
HighAug 13, 2024InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Safety - Bodies of Water Inaccessible to Children §746.3701(9)
A mop bucket with water was found in the hallway accessible to children. This was corrected when the bucket was removed from thhe hallway.
Corrected during the visit
MediumAug 13, 2024InspectionTraining & qualifications
Director's Absence - Caregiver in Charge Has Access to All Records §746.1013(a)(3)
During the director's absence, a caregiver was left in charge at naptime who did not have access to all essential information and records. This was corrected when the designee and second person in command arrived at the operation.
Correction verified Aug 27, 2024
Medium HighAug 13, 2024InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Floors, ceilings and Walls in Good Repair and Clean §746.3407(9)
The afterschool restroom ceiling panel is missing and found behind the toilet.
Correction verified Aug 27, 2024
Medium HighApr 18, 2024InspectionHealth & medication
Safety - Televisions Anchored to Prevent Tip Over §746.3701(10)
A television on top of a rolling shelf was not observed to be properly anchored.
Correction verified May 24, 2024
HighApr 18, 2024InspectionTransportation
Required Equipment in Vehicles - Fire Extinguisher §746.5617(a)(5)
The fire extinguisher on one of the vans used was not observed to be secured. NOTE: The fire extinguisher was observed to be in the box and under the passenger front seat.
Correction verified May 24, 2024
MediumApr 18, 2024InspectionTraining & qualifications
Documented Annual Training Area - 24 Hours Required §746.1309(a)
One caregiver did not have the training in abuse and neglect and building and premise safety training.
Correction verified May 24, 2024
MediumApr 18, 2024InspectionFood & feeding
Written Feeding Instructions - Signed and Dated by Parent or Health-Care Professional §746.2421(a)
A 6 mo old not yet on table food did not have feeding instructions completed by the parent
Correction verified May 24, 2024
Medium HighApr 18, 2024InspectionStaff ratios
Food Service and Preparation Requirement - Cover All Stored Food §746.3317(8)
A 2lb roll of ground beef was observed to be open and uncovered in the freezer.
Correction verified May 24, 2024
Medium HighApr 18, 2024InspectionSleep safety
Safety Requirements for Cribs - Snug Fitting Sheets §746.2409(a)(2)
3 cribs used in the infant room were observed to have loose fitted sheets.
Correction verified May 24, 2024
MediumApr 18, 2024InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Children's Products- Annual Certification §746.4135(b)
The children product safety certificate was last completed 2/1/23
Correction verified May 24, 2024
Medium HighApr 18, 2024InspectionFood & feeding
Required Admission Information-Completed Food Allergy Plan §746.605(16)
3 children with listed diagnosed food allergies did not have an allergy plan of file and available for review,
Correction verified May 24, 2024
Medium HighApr 18, 2024InspectionTransportation
Child Passenger Safety Seat System - Not expired or damaged in accident §746.5607(b)
5 car seats located on both vans used were observed to be expired. Expiration years were 2016,2017,2018,2020,2022 NOTE:Corrected at inspection. All expired carseats were removed and dissposed during the inspection
Corrected during the visit
HighApr 18, 2024InspectionSupervision
Electronic Child Safety Alarm - installed and maintained according to manufacturer's instructions §746.5625(b)
The child safety alarm on one of the vehicles being used for transportation was not operational during the inspection NOTE: The operation was informed the van may not be used until the safety alarm has been repaired
Correction verified Apr 22, 2024
HighApr 18, 2024InspectionTransportation
Required Equipment in Vehicles - Emergency Telephone Numbers for Each Child §746.5617(a)(4)
2 children being transported did not have parent or emergecy contact information. NOTE:Corrected at inspection,parent contact forms were provided during the inspection
Corrected during the visit
MediumApr 18, 2024InspectionOther standards
Chairs - Safety Straps Used if Required by Manufacturer §746.4501(b)
3 children observed sitting in a bean shaped table with straps were not observed to be strapped in. One of the seats did not have straps.
Correction verified May 24, 2024
Medium HighApr 18, 2024InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Using, Storing and Disposing of Hazardous Materials §746.3407(13)
A cleaning solution Lemon Plus was not being used according to manufacture instructions. According to the director, an unknown amount of solution is mixed with a bottle of water. The solutiion is used to sanitize table tops According to the instrcutions, the product is not to be used on surfaces that come into contact with food.
Correction verified May 24, 2024
Medium HighApr 18, 2024InspectionStaff ratios
Food Service and Preparation Requirement - Poisonous/Toxic Materials Stored Separate from Food §746.3317(10)
Two bottles of cleaning chemicals were observed to be stored next to boxed of snack crackers and a jar of jelly
Correction verified May 24, 2024
HighApr 18, 2024InspectionFood & feeding
Mark Cleaning Supplies, Toxic Materials; Keep Separate from Food and Inaccessible to Children §746.3407(12)
In the toddler room on the diaper changing table disinfectant spray and hand sanitizer was observed in reach. In the pre-k room a bottle of disinfectant spray way observed in reach.
Correction verified May 24, 2024
Medium HighApr 18, 2024InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Floors, ceilings and Walls in Good Repair and Clean §746.3407(9)
In the bathroom of the toddler room, the ceiling was observed to missing a panel.
Correction verified May 24, 2024
Medium HighApr 18, 2024InspectionFood & feeding
Requirements for Feeding Infants - Label Bottles/Cups §746.2419(6)
Several bottles in the infant room were observed to be unlabeled.
Correction verified May 24, 2024
Medium HighApr 18, 2024InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Safety - Areas Free From Hazards §746.3701
A caregivers purse and uncovers electrical outlets were observed in the toddler room. Uncovered electrical outlets were observed in the pre-k room
Correction verified May 24, 2024
HighApr 18, 2024InspectionHealth & medication
Required Equipment in Vehicles - Emergency Medical Information §746.5617(a)(2)
Emergency medical authorization was not available for 2 children being transported. NOTE:Corrected at inspection, the medical authizations forms were provided during the inspection
Corrected during the visit
Medium HighApr 18, 2024InspectionSleep safety
Safety Requirements for Cribs - Snug Fitting, Firm, Flat Mattress Designed for Use in Crib §746.2409(a)(1)
Two cribs in the infant room was were observed to have two mattresses in the crib. NOTE:Corrected at inspection, the second mattresses were removed during the inspection.
Corrected during the visit
Medium HighApr 18, 2024InspectionHealth & medication
Diaper Changing Steps-Supplies Kept Out of Child's Reach §746.3501(6)
In the infant and toddler rooms. diaper rash creams were observed to be on top of the diaper changing table in reach of children.
Correction verified May 24, 2024
Medium HighApr 18, 2024InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Emergency Evacuation and Relocation Diagram - Posted in Each Room §746.5207(b)
An emergency evacution diagram was not posted near all exits used. NOTE: Corrected at inspection, diagrams were posted during the inspection.
Corrected during the visit
Medium HighApr 18, 2024InspectionStaff ratios
Food Service and Preparation Requirement - Safe and Sanitary §746.3317
3 gallons of milk dated 4/15, 4/16 and 4/16 was observed to be in the refrigerator. One of the gallon with the 4/16 exppiration date was served to children for breakfast. NOTE: Corrected at the inspection. All expired milk was disposed of during the inspection.
Corrected during the visit
HighApr 18, 2024InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Safety Requirements for Active Play Equipment - No Pinch, Crush, or Shear Points §746.4601(7)
A catipliller toy on the playground was observed to be broken and had exposed shear points.
Correction verified May 24, 2024
HighApr 18, 2024InspectionTransportation
Required Equipment in Vehicles - First-aid Kit §746.5617(a)(6)
Two vehicles used for transportation did not have have completed first aid kits. NOTE:Corrected at inspection. Missing items were replaced during the inspection.
Corrected during the visit
MediumJun 7, 2023InspectionFood & feeding
Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days §746.2421(b)
Two infants did not have current infant feeding schedules.
Correction verified Jun 9, 2023
Medium HighJun 7, 2023InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Infant Care Area Furnishings and Equipment -Use of Safety Straps §746.2407
Two of the bucket seats at the toddler table did not have safety straps. This was corrected at inspection when the Director removed the seats from the classroom.
Correction verified Jun 7, 2023
Medium HighJun 7, 2023InspectionSleep safety
Sanitize Sleeping Equipment §746.3407(4)
Two nap mats were torn, exposing the underlying foam. This was corrected at inspection when the Director disposed of the torn mats.
Correction verified Jun 7, 2023
Medium HighJun 7, 2023InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Floors, ceilings and Walls in Good Repair and Clean §746.3407(9)
The floor in the infant room was sticky and needs to be cleaned.
Correction verified Aug 22, 2023
MediumJun 7, 2023InspectionOther standards
Written Activity Plans §746.2203(a)
All six of the classrooms did not have activity plans available.
Correction verified Jun 13, 2023
Medium HighJun 7, 2023InspectionHealth & medication
Immunization Records, Exceptions, and Exemptions Current §746.613(b)
One of four children records did not have a current immunization record.
Correction verified Jun 9, 2023
HighJun 7, 2023InspectionOther standards
Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know Minimum Standards §746.1203(1)
A caregiver did not know how many children she was supervising during naptime.
Correction verified Aug 22, 2023
Medium HighJun 7, 2023InspectionHealth & medication
Diaper Changing Equipment - Smooth, Non-absorbent, Easy to Clean Surface §746.3503(a)
The diaper changing mats in the infant and toddler rooms were torn, exposing the underlying foam.
Correction verified Jun 9, 2023
Medium HighApr 21, 2023InspectionOther standards
Personal use of electronic devices, such as cell phones, MP3 players, tablets, and video games §746.1203(3)(D)
A caregiver was using a personal cellphone while caring for children.
Correction verified Apr 27, 2023
Medium HighJun 16, 2022InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Safety - Areas Free From Hazards §746.3701
On the playground, there are two pieces of wood missing from the fence.
Correction verified Jun 22, 2022
Medium HighJun 16, 2022InspectionSleep safety
Infant Care Area Furnishings and Equipment - Crib for Each Non-walking Infant Younger Than 12 Months of Age §746.2405(2)
An11 month old non-walking infant in the toddler room was asleep on a mat. Note: This was corrected when the director placed the infant in a crib.
Corrected during the visit
HighJun 16, 2022InspectionFood & feeding
Mark Cleaning Supplies, Toxic Materials; Keep Separate from Food and Inaccessible to Children §746.3407(12)
In the afterschool room, there were cleaning supplies located near the handwashing sink. Note: This was corrected when the director moved the supplies to a higher place.
Corrected during the visit

About this center

Licensed capacity118 children
Ages servedInfant, Toddler, Pre-Kindergarten, School
Hours06:00 AM-06:30 PM
DaysMon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
Licensed sinceSep 27, 2017
DirectorVeronica Molina
Phone2814547988
State operation #1647752

Common questions

Does SJB Childcare LLC dba Growing in Graces take infants?

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

What are SJB Childcare LLC dba Growing in Graces’s hours?

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

Does SJB Childcare LLC dba Growing in Graces accept child care subsidies?

Yes, according to its state licensing record.

How much does SJB Childcare LLC dba Growing in Graces cost?

Texas does not publish individual centers’ prices, so ask SJB Childcare LLC dba Growing in Graces 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 SJB Childcare LLC dba Growing in Graces had any serious violations?

Inspectors recorded 15 high-risk citations since 2021. The most recent was on Dec 23, 2024: “Required Admission Information - Emergency Medical Authorization.” Each one is listed in full above.

How does SJB Childcare LLC dba Growing in Graces 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 SJB Childcare LLC dba Growing in Graces last inspected?

Sep 30, 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 1647752 on Search Texas Child Care. Data refreshed Sep 30, 2026.