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Sowing & Growing Christian Academy, LLC

19310 W Little York Rd, Katy, TX 77449 · Harris County
1 high-risk citation in last 12 monthsAccepts child care subsidies

Sowing & Growing Christian Academy, LLC is a licensed child care center in Katy, TX, licensed for up to 113 children and serving infants through school-age children. It has held its Texas license since 2018. Since October 2021, state inspectors have visited 15 times and investigated 2 reports. Inspectors recorded 24 citations, 3 of them high-risk, most often for building & playground safety (11 of 24). 4 citations came in the last 12 months, including 1 high-risk. Measured by risk-weighted citations per inspection, it is #136 of 167 centers in Katy and better than 15% of licensed centers statewide.

Inspection record

Better than 15%of 9,147 Texas licensed centers, comparing risk-weighted citations per inspection. More citations than most
#136 of 167 centers in Katy
3High risk
12Medium High risk
8Medium risk
1Medium Low risk
0Low risk
24 citations from 15 inspections and 3 reports since Oct 1, 2021 · 4 in the last 12 months · last inspected Sep 22, 2026

Every state visit

20222023202420252026INSPECTIONS (top) · REPORTS & INVESTIGATIONS (bottom)Sep 22, 2026 · Inspection · citation foundDec 17, 2025 · Inspection · no citationNov 17, 2025 · Inspection · no citationNov 4, 2025 · Inspection · no citationOct 31, 2025 · Report/investigation · citation foundOct 13, 2025 · Inspection · citation foundSep 9, 2025 · Inspection · no citationSep 2, 2025 · Inspection · citation foundAug 27, 2025 · Report/investigation · citation foundDec 10, 2024 · Inspection · citation foundFeb 7, 2024 · Inspection · no citationDec 12, 2023 · Inspection · citation foundApr 18, 2023 · Inspection · citation foundFeb 23, 2023 · Inspection · citation foundJan 30, 2023 · Assessment · citation foundJan 23, 2023 · Inspection · citation foundDec 14, 2022 · Inspection · citation foundDec 15, 2021 · Inspection · citation found
Citation foundNo citation

What inspectors cited most

Building & playground safety11
Other standards2
Records & paperwork2
Staff ratios2
Health & medication2
Caregiver conduct1
Supervision1
Food & feeding1
Transportation1
Training & qualifications1

Citations, newest first

Medium HighSep 22, 2026InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Annual Sanitation Inspection §746.3401(a)
The annual sanitation inspection was not available for review. The current inspection expired on 7/9/2025.
Correction verified Sep 28, 2026
Medium HighOct 31, 2025Found during an investigationOther standards
Janitorial duties §746.1203(3)(C)
Based on the information obtained from the DFPS investigation, the bus driver failed to properly supervise the child in care, as the bus driver was cleaning the bus while attempting to supervise the child at the same time.
Correction verified Dec 17, 2025
HighOct 31, 2025Found during an investigationCaregiver conduct
Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control §746.1201(1)
Based on the information obtained from the DFPS investigation, the bus driver failed to properly supervise the child in care. The bus driver did not use good judgment by allowing the child to remain asleep on the van when the child stated he did not feel well. The child should have been brought in the building, and the mother should have been called to inform her of his condition.
Correction verified Dec 17, 2025
Medium HighOct 13, 2025InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Six Inches if Equipment 5 Ft or Less §746.4907(a)(1)
The loose-fill surfacing under rotating playground equipment, slide, and merry- go- round was less than six inches deep.
Correction verified Oct 16, 2025
HighSep 2, 2025InspectionOther standards
Responsibilities - Not interfere with an inspection or investigation §745.8411(a)
Director denied inspector access to interview children, this access was delayed by operation staff on 09/02/2025. Director failed to provide the daily list of the children being transported from 08/25/2025 to 08/29/2025 for review during the investigation.
Correction verified Sep 9, 2025
HighAug 27, 2025Found during an investigationSupervision
Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know number of children responsible for §746.1205(a)(2)
The bus driver did not know how many children were being picking up on 09/09/2025.
Correction verified Oct 13, 2025
MediumDec 10, 2024InspectionFood & feeding
Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days §746.2421(b)
Three infants lacked the updated written feeding instructions signed and updated by the parent. One was corrected at the inspection.
Correction verified Dec 13, 2024
Medium HighDec 12, 2023InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Six Inches if Equipment 5 Ft or Less §746.4907(a)(1)
There was no loose filling under the play structures on the playground.
Correction verified Jan 3, 2024
Medium HighDec 12, 2023InspectionTransportation
Types of Vehicles Used to Transport Children - Be Maintained Safely §746.5603(c)
One van's door came off the hinge when the passenger side double door was opened. On the first row of one van had a missing seatbelt, and one was stuck.
Correction verified Feb 7, 2024
Medium HighApr 18, 2023InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Proper Depth Maintained §746.4907(d)
The grass/weed has overgrown the mulch under the play structures. There is insufficient surfacing under the play structures.
Correction verified May 2, 2023
MediumApr 18, 2023InspectionRecords & paperwork
Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Liability Insurance §746.801(6)
The certificate of liability was unavailable for review. The liability of insurance expired on 04/08/23.
Correction verified May 1, 2023
MediumFeb 23, 2023InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Measurement of Use Zone for Stationary Equipment §746.4803
Outdoor play equipment was moved. The use zone for the outdoor space geometric dome climber and rotating playing equipment overlapped.
Correction verified Apr 18, 2023
Medium HighFeb 23, 2023InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Six Inches if Equipment 5 Ft or Less §746.4907(a)(1)
The multi-color play structure with slides was placed on grass. It did not have surfacing.
Correction verified Mar 20, 2023
Medium HighFeb 23, 2023InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Measurement of Use Zone for Slides - in Front of Access and on Sides §746.4805(a)
The use zone between the yellow slides steps and barrier is less than 6 feet. The use zone of the slides is less than 6 feet for the green and blue slides.
Correction verified Apr 18, 2023
Medium LowJan 30, 2023InspectionRecords & paperwork
Report Number of Employees §746.303(b)
The operation did not submit the number of employees who left employment by the due date and extended due date due to portal issues.
Correction verified Feb 10, 2023
MediumJan 23, 2023InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Measurement of Use Zone for Stationary Equipment §746.4803
Outdoor play equipment was moved. The use zone overlapped with other stationary and rotating equipment, the school bus, outdoor space geometric dome climber, and rotating play equipment.
Correction verified Feb 23, 2023
Medium HighJan 23, 2023InspectionStaff ratios
Naptime Child/Caregiver Ratio - Groups Not Combined Not Reduced §746.1613(a)(2)
The naptime child/caregiver ratio was not met as two divided classrooms were being supervised by one caregiver. The caregiver was sitting in the middle of two classrooms. One classroom had 11- 4-year-old children napping. The other classroom had 10 children napping with a specified age group (SAG) of 3 years old children napping; 7 of which were 3 years old.
Correction verified Feb 23, 2023
Medium HighJan 23, 2023InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Measurement of Use Zone for Slides - in Front of Access and on Sides §746.4805(a)
The slides' perimeter is obstructed by the barriers used around the play area of the slides. The use zone of the slides is less than 6 feet for the green and blue slides.
Correction verified Feb 23, 2023
Medium HighDec 14, 2022InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Measurement of Use Zone for Rotating and Rocking Equipment (Sitting) §746.4813(a)
The use zone for the rotating playground equipment was less than 6 feet, and overlapped use zone with a stationary play equipment.
Correction verified Jan 23, 2023
Medium HighDec 14, 2022InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Active Play Surfacing In Use Zones - Loose Fill or Unitary Surfacing §746.4901(a)
The play equipment lacked the required surfacing in the use zones.
Correction verified Jan 23, 2023
MediumDec 15, 2021InspectionHealth & medication
Children's Records - Immunizations §746.603(a)(4)
One child's record lacked the updated immunization on file.
Correction verified Dec 21, 2021
MediumDec 15, 2021InspectionHealth & medication
Children's Records - Health Statement §746.603(a)(3)
One child's record was due for the health statement from a health care professional.
Correction verified Dec 21, 2021
MediumDec 15, 2021InspectionTraining & qualifications
Director Annual Training - Additional required topics §746.1311(e)
The required annual training on the following topics had not been completed by caregivers. The required training topics are 2. communicable diseases to include immunizations 4.preventing and responding to emergencies due to food or an allergic reaction and 6. handling, storing, and disposing of hazardous materials.
Correction verified Dec 28, 2021
MediumSep 9, 2021Found during an investigationStaff ratios
Operation Open to Parents At All Times §746.201(7)
The parents have not been allowed to enter the building after the emergency rule expired on 04/20/21.
Correction verified Sep 28, 2021

About this center

Licensed capacity113 children
Ages servedInfant, Toddler, Pre-Kindergarten, School
Hours06:00 AM-07:00 PM
DaysMon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat
Licensed sinceDec 20, 2018
DirectorTamarra Barksdale
Phone8323367009
State operation #1670225

Common questions

Does Sowing & Growing Christian Academy, LLC take infants?

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

What are Sowing & Growing Christian Academy, LLC’s hours?

6 AM to 7 PM, Monday through Saturday, according to its state licensing record. Confirm holiday and summer hours with the center.

Does Sowing & Growing Christian Academy, LLC accept child care subsidies?

Yes, according to its state licensing record.

How much does Sowing & Growing Christian Academy, LLC cost?

Texas does not publish individual centers’ prices, so ask Sowing & Growing Christian Academy, LLC for its current tuition. For comparison, the median full-day price at licensed centers in the Gulf Coast area, which includes Katy, 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 Sowing & Growing Christian Academy, LLC had any serious violations?

Inspectors recorded 3 high-risk citations since 2021. The most recent was on Oct 31, 2025: “Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control.” Each one is listed in full above.

How does Sowing & Growing Christian Academy, LLC compare with other daycares in Katy?

It is #136 of 167 centers in Katy by risk-weighted citations per inspection, and is better than 15% of licensed centers statewide (out of 9,147 Texas centers with enough inspection history).

When was Sowing & Growing Christian Academy, LLC last inspected?

Sep 22, 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 1670225 on Search Texas Child Care. Data refreshed Sep 30, 2026.