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Licensed Center · Texas

The Bear Creek Kindercare

17527 W Little York Rd, Houston

Last inspected Aug 6, 2026 · Map

1 deficiency cited

About this program

Licensed capacity
135
Ages served
Infant,Toddler,Pre-Kindergarten,School
Hours
06:00 AM-06:30 PM
Days
Mon,Tue,Wed,Thu,Fri
Programs
Accredited,After School Care,Drop-In Care,Transportation to/from School ,Field Trips
Accepts child care subsidies
Yes
License type
Full Permit
Issued
Feb 15, 1986
Phone
2818591465

No adverse action, corrective action or permit conditions on record.

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.

4High risk
8Medium-high risk
5Medium risk
0Medium-low risk
1Low risk
18Inspections and investigations on record

Inspection history

Aug 6, 2026 · Inspection
1 deficiency cited
  • Critical Annual Sanitation Inspection
    Inspector's note: The health inspection expired on 7/16/2025. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected by 2026-08-27.
Mar 18, 2026 · Inspection
No deficiencies cited

No infractions recorded at this inspection.

Jan 29, 2026 · Complaint or incident investigation
2 deficiencies cited
  • Critical Prohibited Punishments - Humiliating, Rejecting, Yelling
    Inspector's note: Based on information provided there is a sufficient amount of evidence to suggest that caregiver had been yelling at the children in care. Risk level: High. Corrected by 2026-03-05.
  • Critical Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
    Inspector's note: Based on the information obtained during the investigation, there is enough evidence to cite for judgment when the caregiver flipped the mat over resulting in the child busting their lip. Risk level: High. Corrected by 2026-03-05.
Aug 19, 2025 · Inspection
1 deficiency cited
  • Critical Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
    Inspector's note: The last fire inspection was conducted on 1/24/2025. Risk level: High. Corrected by 2025-09-05.
Aug 27, 2024 · Inspection
2 deficiencies cited
  • Non-critical Children's Records - Immunizations
    Inspector's note: 1 out of 10 children did not have an immunization record on file. Risk level: Medium. Corrected by 2024-09-06.
  • Non-critical Required Health Statement - Written, dated within past year, indicates child is physically able to participate in operation's child-care program
    Inspector's note: 6 out of 10 records did not have a physician health statement on file. Risk level: Low. Corrected by 2024-09-17.
Mar 20, 2024 · Inspection
No deficiencies cited

No infractions recorded at this inspection.

Mar 11, 2024 · Inspection
No deficiencies cited

No infractions recorded at this inspection.

Feb 9, 2024 · Inspection
No deficiencies cited

No infractions recorded at this inspection.

Feb 2, 2024 · Complaint or incident investigation
No deficiencies cited

No infractions recorded at this inspection.

Jan 26, 2024 · Inspection
No deficiencies cited

No infractions recorded at this inspection.

Jan 19, 2024 · Complaint or incident investigation
2 deficiencies cited
  • Critical Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
    Inspector's note: Based on the preponderance of information provided several of the rooms are over ratio based on the specified age group at different times of the day. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected by 2024-03-04.
  • Non-critical Child/Caregiver Ratio - Opening/Closing
    Inspector's note: Based on the preponderance of information provided classrooms are over the 16 children to one staff member during the first 45 minutes after opening and the last 45 minutes prior to closing. Risk level: Medium. Corrected by 2024-03-04.
Dec 4, 2023 · Inspection
No deficiencies cited

No infractions recorded at this inspection.

Oct 12, 2023 · Inspection
No deficiencies cited

No infractions recorded at this inspection.

Oct 5, 2023 · Complaint or incident investigation
1 deficiency cited
  • Critical Prohibited Punishments - Grabbing and Pulling
    Inspector's note: Based on the summary of information obtained, a caregiver pulled the child's ear which led to a red mark on his ear. Risk level: High. Corrected by 2023-12-06.
Sep 18, 2023 · Inspection
No deficiencies cited

No infractions recorded at this inspection.

Sep 5, 2023 · Inspection
3 deficiencies cited
  • Non-critical Maintenance Procedures for Active Play - Monthly Maintenance Checklist
    Inspector's note: During inspection it was observed outside in the schoolers playground, there is a two boards that is broken with a tiny nails hanging out, along with a ditch that has inappropriate cover, which is accessible to children. Risk level: Medium. Corrected by 2023-09-08.
  • Critical Maintenance Procedures for Active Play - Hazards Removed or Repaired
    Inspector's note: During inspection it was observed outside playground, the fences that covers the A/C unit did not have a lock, to which it is accessible to children's safety. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected by 2023-09-08.
  • Critical Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
    Inspector's note: During walk through, it was observed the outdoor playground, there were waterholes on the ground, accessible to children. Note: Director- Rosa removed the waterholes and storage them in a secure room. Completed at inspection. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected during the inspection.
Aug 31, 2023 · Complaint or incident investigation
No deficiencies cited

No infractions recorded at this inspection.

Aug 24, 2023 · Complaint or incident investigation
No deficiencies cited

No infractions recorded at this inspection.

Apr 3, 2023 · Inspection
1 deficiency cited
  • Critical Additional Minimum Qualifications for Caregivers - HS Diploma, Equivalent, Certification of Completion
    Inspector's note: Two caregivers personnel file were reviewed and were missing proof of education qualifications. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected by 2023-04-06.
Mar 31, 2023 · Complaint or incident investigation
No deficiencies cited

No infractions recorded at this inspection.

Jan 18, 2023 · Inspection
No deficiencies cited

No infractions recorded at this inspection.

Jan 10, 2023 · Complaint or incident investigation
No deficiencies cited

No infractions recorded at this 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.