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The Playhouse Daycare

1405 W Illinois Ave, Midland, TX 79701 · Midland County

The Playhouse Daycare is a licensed child care center in Midland, TX, licensed for up to 31 children and serving infants through school-age children. It has held its Texas license since 2023. Since October 2021, state inspectors have visited 28 times and investigated 10 reports. Inspectors recorded 29 citations, 9 of them high-risk, most often for training & qualifications (6 of 29). 2 citations came in the last 12 months. Measured by risk-weighted citations per inspection, it is #66 of 76 centers in Midland and better than 28% of licensed centers statewide.

Inspection record

Better than 28%of 9,147 Texas licensed centers, comparing risk-weighted citations per inspection. More citations than most
#66 of 76 centers in Midland
9High risk
14Medium High risk
5Medium risk
1Medium Low risk
0Low risk
29 citations from 28 inspections and 9 reports since Oct 1, 2021 · 2 in the last 12 months · last inspected Apr 23, 2026

Every state visit

20222023202420252026INSPECTIONS (top) · REPORTS & INVESTIGATIONS (bottom)Apr 23, 2026 · Inspection · no citationApr 22, 2026 · Report/investigation · no citationApr 1, 2026 · Inspection · citation foundMar 25, 2026 · Report/investigation · no citationMar 2, 2026 · Inspection · citation foundJan 15, 2026 · Inspection · no citationJan 7, 2026 · Report/investigation · no citationAug 22, 2025 · Inspection · citation foundJul 29, 2025 · Inspection · no citationMay 16, 2025 · Inspection · no citationMay 8, 2025 · Report/investigation · no citationMar 17, 2025 · Inspection · no citationDec 20, 2024 · Inspection · no citationDec 18, 2024 · Report/investigation · no citationDec 6, 2024 · Inspection · no citationOct 24, 2024 · Inspection · no citationOct 17, 2024 · Inspection · citation foundOct 8, 2024 · Report/investigation · no citationSep 16, 2024 · Inspection · no citationSep 12, 2024 · Report/investigation · no citationJul 30, 2024 · Inspection · no citationApr 18, 2024 · Inspection · no citationApr 3, 2024 · Inspection · citation foundDec 13, 2023 · Inspection · citation foundAug 15, 2023 · Inspection · no citationAug 1, 2023 · Inspection · citation foundJul 19, 2023 · Inspection · citation foundMar 29, 2023 · Inspection · no citationMar 9, 2023 · Inspection · no citationMar 5, 2023 · Report/investigation · no citationFeb 24, 2023 · Inspection · no citationFeb 22, 2023 · Report/investigation · citation foundDec 14, 2022 · Inspection · no citationNov 14, 2022 · Inspection · citation foundNov 3, 2022 · Report/investigation · citation foundOct 20, 2022 · Inspection · no citationAug 26, 2022 · Inspection · no citationJun 14, 2022 · Inspection · citation found
Citation foundNo citation

What inspectors cited most

Training & qualifications6
Sleep safety6
Building & playground safety4
Health & medication3
Staff ratios3
Records & paperwork2
Other standards2
Food & feeding1
Caregiver conduct1
Supervision1

Citations, newest first

Medium HighApr 1, 2026InspectionHealth & medication
Immunization Records, Exceptions, and Exemptions Current §746.613(b)
A child did not have an updated immunization record available for review.
Correction verified Apr 16, 2026
MediumMar 2, 2026InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Fenced Outdoor Activity Space -Exits Required §746.4307
The playgrouund has only one exit.
Correction verified Mar 9, 2026
Medium HighAug 22, 2025InspectionTraining & qualifications
Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Pediatric CPR §746.1301(a)(4)(A)
Director did not have an updated Pediatric First Aid/CPR Certificate available for review.
Correction verified Sep 2, 2025
HighOct 17, 2024InspectionFood & feeding
Mark Cleaning Supplies, Toxic Materials; Keep Separate from Food and Inaccessible to Children §746.3407(12)
I observed a small caddy of cleaning products on the floor of the bathroom that is used by children. This was corrected when the caddy was moved out of the bathroom.
Correction verified Oct 24, 2024
Medium HighOct 17, 2024InspectionSleep safety
Safety Requirements for Cribs - Snug Fitting, Firm, Flat Mattress Designed for Use in Crib §746.2409(a)(1)
A play yard had a sheet that was jumbled up and did not fit the mattress snug. This was corrected when the sheet was removed from the mattress.
Correction verified Oct 24, 2024
MediumOct 17, 2024InspectionSleep safety
Infant Care Area Furnishings and Equipment - Crib, Cot, or Bed for Each Walking Infant §746.2405(3)
There are 4 play yards and 8 non-walking infants enrolled.
Correction verified Oct 24, 2024
MediumApr 3, 2024InspectionTraining & qualifications
Documented Annual Training Area - 24 Hours Required §746.1309(a)
One caregiver did not have the required training on file.
Correction verified Apr 12, 2024
Medium HighApr 3, 2024InspectionStaff ratios
Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children §746.1601
There were 6 infants in the infant room with one caregiver. Specified age group is 0-11 months. Over ratio by 2. Corrected at inspection when 2 older infants were moved to the Toddler Room.
Correction verified Apr 18, 2024
HighDec 13, 2023InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months §746.5101(a)
The operation did not have an updated Fire Inspection Report available for review.
Correction verified Jan 30, 2024
Medium HighAug 1, 2023InspectionTraining & qualifications
Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Pediatric First Aid with Rescue Breathing §746.1301(a)(3)(A)
Three new employees recently hired, and left alone with children still do not have at least eight hours of preservice training.
Correction verified Aug 25, 2023
Medium HighAug 1, 2023InspectionTraining & qualifications
CPR Training and Recertification Adhere to Guidelines-skill based §746.1315(b)(1)
The staff CPR certification was completed on line and has not been updated to in person training.
Correction verified Aug 15, 2023
Medium HighAug 1, 2023InspectionStaff ratios
Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children §746.1601
This standard was reevaluated and continues to be out of compliance. The infant caregiver had six infants ages 4 months to 16 months and the specified age group is 12 - 17 months, which allows 5:1 ratio. This was corrected at inspection when a second caregiver entered the infant room later.
Correction verified Aug 15, 2023
HighAug 1, 2023InspectionCaregiver conduct
Prohibited Punishments - Placing Child in Locked or Dark Room §746.2805(7)
A child was napping in a restrictive device becuase the child will not sit still. This was corrected at inspection when the caregiver released the child.
Correction verified Aug 15, 2023
HighAug 1, 2023InspectionSleep safety
Infant May Not Sleep in a Restrictive Device §746.2426(a)(1)
An infant was asleep in a bouncy/rocker seat for 15 minutes. This was corrected at inspection when the caregiver was prompted to move the infant to the crib.
Correction verified Aug 15, 2023
Medium HighAug 1, 2023InspectionSleep safety
AP Parental Notification of Deficiency as described in 746.309 within 5 Days §746.311(a)
The operatio did not notify parents of a safe sleep deficiency incurred on 7/19/23 within five days of the deficiency, 724/23. The deficiency was shown delinquent on 7/26/23.
Correction verified Aug 15, 2023
MediumJul 19, 2023InspectionRecords & paperwork
Required Personnel Records §746.901
Personnel records are missing various required records, affidavis, receipt of operational/personnel policies.
Correction verified Aug 1, 2023
Medium HighJul 19, 2023InspectionTraining & qualifications
Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Pediatric First Aid with Rescue Breathing §746.1301(a)(3)(A)
Three new employees recently hired, and left alone with children do not have at least eight hours of preservice training.
Correction verified Aug 1, 2023
Medium HighJul 19, 2023InspectionStaff ratios
Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children §746.1601
A caregiver with four infants had an addtional three year old child in the room. Specified age group is 0-11 months which allows 4:1 ratio. This was corrected at inspection when the older child was moved to the toddler class.
Correction verified Aug 1, 2023
HighJul 19, 2023InspectionSupervision
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)
A child ran down the hall from the preschool room to the toddler room without supervision to talk to a staff. The infant caregiver left the infant room to close the door to an adjoined room.
Correction verified Aug 1, 2023
HighJul 19, 2023InspectionSleep safety
Infant May Not Sleep in a Restrictive Device §746.2426(a)(1)
An infant was asleep in a bouncy/rocker seat for 15 minutes. This was corrected at inspection when the caregiver was prompted to move the infant to the crib.
Correction verified Aug 1, 2023
Medium LowJul 19, 2023InspectionHealth & medication
Immunizations-Immunization record must include the child's name and birth date §746.623(1)(A)
Four children did not have current immunizations in their files.
Correction verified Aug 1, 2023
Medium HighJul 19, 2023InspectionTraining & qualifications
CPR Training and Recertification Adhere to Guidelines-skill based §746.1315(b)(1)
The staff CPR certification was completed online.
Correction verified Aug 1, 2023
HighFeb 22, 2023Found during an investigationSleep safety
Infant May Not Sleep in a Restrictive Device §746.2426(a)(1)
This standard was evaluated and found to be out of compliance when a three-month-old infant was allowed to sleep in a bouncy/rocking seat.
Correction verified Mar 29, 2023
MediumNov 14, 2022InspectionOther standards
Screen Time Activities - Not Used During Eating or Rest Times §746.2207(c)(4)
The Tv was on a movie during nap time.
Correction verified Dec 14, 2022
HighNov 3, 2022Found during an investigationRecords & paperwork
Notification of Additional Services Offered §746.301(7)
This standard was evaluated and found to be out of compliance. The operation staff added a transportation service prior to notifying Child Care Regulation.
Correction verified Dec 14, 2022
Medium HighJun 14, 2022InspectionHealth & medication
Diaper Changing Equipment - Hand-washing Sink in Diaper Changing Area §746.3503(d)
There is not a hand washing sink in the diaper changing room in the 18 - 24 month classroom.
Correction verified Jun 29, 2022
Medium HighJun 14, 2022InspectionOther standards
Gas Leak Inspection - Natural Gas §746.5403(a)
The operation uses gas for water heater and has not had a gas line test conducted.
Correction verified Jun 27, 2022
HighJun 14, 2022InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Prohibited Equipment - Allows Children To Fall Inside Structure Onto Other Parts §746.4603(2)
The operation has climbing geometric dome on the playground, which poses risk of injury to children.
Correction verified Jun 29, 2022
Medium HighJun 14, 2022InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Annual Sanitation Inspection §746.3401(a)
The operation has not had an initial inspection.
Correction verified Jun 27, 2022

About this center

Licensed capacity31 children
Ages servedInfant, Toddler, Pre-Kindergarten, School
Hours07:30 AM-05:30 PM
DaysMon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
Licensed sinceJan 2, 2023
DirectorLisette Ramos
Phone4325592108
State operation #1743929

Common questions

Does The Playhouse Daycare take infants?

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

What are The Playhouse Daycare’s hours?

7:30 AM to 5:30 PM, Monday through Friday, according to its state licensing record. Confirm holiday and summer hours with the center.

Does The Playhouse Daycare accept child care subsidies?

Not according to its state licensing record. Ask the center directly, since participation can change.

How much does The Playhouse Daycare cost?

Texas does not publish individual centers’ prices, so ask The Playhouse Daycare for its current tuition. For comparison, the median full-day price at licensed centers in the Permian Basin area, which includes Midland, is $32.40 a day for infants, $31.40 a day for toddlers and $30.40 a day for 3-year-olds (2025 Texas Child Care Market Rate Survey).

Has The Playhouse Daycare had any serious violations?

Inspectors recorded 9 high-risk citations since 2021. The most recent was on Oct 17, 2024: “Mark Cleaning Supplies, Toxic Materials; Keep Separate from Food and Inaccessible to Children.” Each one is listed in full above.

How does The Playhouse Daycare compare with other daycares in Midland?

It is #66 of 76 centers in Midland by risk-weighted citations per inspection, and is better than 28% of licensed centers statewide (out of 9,147 Texas centers with enough inspection history).

When was The Playhouse Daycare last inspected?

Apr 23, 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 1743929 on Search Texas Child Care. Data refreshed Sep 30, 2026.