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Licensed Center · Texas

Kids Arena Inc. DBA Kids Arena Academy

8373 Creekbend Dr, Houston

Last inspected Mar 3, 2026 · Map

No deficiencies cited

About this program

Licensed capacity
153
Ages served
Infant,Toddler,Pre-Kindergarten,School
Hours
06:00 AM-06:30 PM
Days
Mon,Tue,Wed,Thu,Fri
Programs
School Age Care,Before School Care,Meals Provided ,After School Care,Snacks Provided,Transportation to/from School ,Field Trips
Accepts child care subsidies
Yes
License type
Full Permit
Issued
Aug 27, 2013
Phone
7137770228

Conditions on the permit: Yes. See the state’s official record for details.

State compliance summary

How many deficiencies Texas has recorded for this program, by risk level. This is not a quality rating: it describes compliance with the state’s minimum licensing standards.

3High risk
5Medium-high risk
0Medium risk
1Medium-low risk
0Low risk
7Inspections and investigations on record

Inspection history

Mar 3, 2026 · Inspection
No deficiencies cited

No infractions recorded at this inspection.

Feb 17, 2026 · Complaint or incident investigation
No deficiencies cited

No infractions recorded at this inspection.

Jun 16, 2025 · Complaint or incident investigation
No deficiencies cited

No infractions recorded at this inspection.

Apr 2, 2025 · Inspection
No deficiencies cited

No infractions recorded at this inspection.

Jan 22, 2025 · Assessment
1 deficiency cited
  • Non-critical Report Number of Employees
    Inspector's note: A review of the Employees Who Left Employment in 2024, revealed the center had not reported the number of employees who left employment in 2024 by 11:59 p.m. on January 15, 2025, as required. Risk level: Medium Low. Corrected by 2025-01-25.
Apr 16, 2024 · Inspection
No deficiencies cited

No infractions recorded at this inspection.

Apr 2, 2024 · Inspection
6 deficiencies cited
  • Critical Food Service and Preparation Requirement - Cover All Stored Food
    Inspector's note: An open container of baby food was observed in a refrigerator in the infant room NOTE: Corrected at inspection. The food was thrown away. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected during the inspection.
  • Critical Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
    Inspector's note: One caregiver was observed with 10 children between 12mo-4yrs old. The specified age group is 12-17mo. The caregiver was overratio by 5 NOTE: A second caregiver entered the classroom shortly after. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected by 2024-04-02.
  • Critical Diaper Changing Steps-Supplies Kept Out of Child's Reach
    Inspector's note: 2 containers of diaper rash cream was observed to be sitting on a trolley in a bathroom used by toddlers. Both creams were in reach and accessible to children. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected by 2024-04-02.
  • Critical Employee Handwashing After Diapering a Child
    Inspector's note: A caregiver was observed changing a diaper with gloves. The caregiver did not wash their hands following a diaper change. The caregiver then proceeded to change another child's diaper. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected by 2024-04-02.
  • Critical Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know number of children responsible for
    Inspector's note: 2 caregivers were not aware of the number of children in their care. When asked the caregivers stated there were there 10 children in care. 11 children were counted by CCR. The caregivers were asked again. The caregivers continued to state that 10 children were in care. 11 children were in care. Risk level: High. Corrected by 2024-04-02.
  • Critical Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
    Inspector's note: A 4 yr old child with special needs was observed to be sleeping in a baby bouncer with a blanket covering their face. Risk level: High. Corrected by 2024-04-02.
Apr 25, 2023 · Inspection
1 deficiency cited
  • Critical AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
    Inspector's note: The caregiver supervising children in the toddler's classroom during naptime had BGC pending. Risk level: High. Corrected during the inspection.

Records come from Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation. They describe conditions on the inspection date and may not reflect current conditions.