First Prep Academy
Licensed child-care center in Katy, TX 77449 · Texas operation #1740229
Record summary
1 high-risk · 4 total
1 high-risk citation in the last 24 months (4 citations in all, from 3 inspections and 1 investigation); last inspection Jan 13, 2026.
0 of 4 citations were corrected while the inspector was there.
Counted from the state's records from Nov 12, 2024 to Nov 12, 2026. This is a count, not a grade: bigger centers get more visits, and one visit can produce several citations. How we summarize.
Details
- Address
- 18855 W Little York Rd Ste 300, Katy, TX 77449
- Phone
- (281) 861-5224
- Ages served
- Infants, Toddlers, Pre-K, School age
- Hours
- Mon to Fri, 6:00 AM to 6:30 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 79 children
- Child care subsidy
- Yes, accepts subsidies (such as Workforce Solutions CCS)
- Type
- Licensed child-care center
- Permit
- Full Permit since Oct 7, 2022; the permit has conditions
- Director
- Treeco Woolridge
- Programs
- School Age Care, Before School Care, Meals Provided, After School Care, Snacks Provided, Transportation to/from School, Field Trips
Texas age groups: infants are under 18 months, toddlers 18 months to 3 years, pre-kindergarten 3 and 4 years (age when the school year starts), school age 5 and older and in kindergarten or above. Openings and tuition are not in the state data: call to ask.
Inspection history, last 24 months
Jan 13, 2026: Inspection
No citations.
Dec 11, 2025: Inspection
2 citations.
High risk The center must have a fire inspection by the local fire marshal before opening and every 12 months after.
State rule 746.5101(a) (minimum standards for child-care centers): "Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months"
Inspector's note: The fire marshal inspection report expired on July 30, 2025.
Corrected Jan 16, 2026, verified by the state Jan 20, 2026. The inspector gave technical assistance (advice on how to comply).
Medium-high risk Vehicles used to transport children must be maintained safely.
State rule 746.5603(c) (minimum standards for child-care centers): "Types of Vehicles Used to Transport Children - Be Maintained Safely"
Inspector's note: The van's sticker had expired on 07/2025.
Corrected Jan 14, 2026, verified by the state Jan 5, 2026. The inspector gave technical assistance (advice on how to comply).
Dec 10, 2025: Investigation of a report
2 citations.
Medium-high risk Each child being transported must use a properly installed child safety seat.
State rule 746.5607(a) (minimum standards for child-care centers): "Child Passenger Safety Seat System - Must Use for Each Child in When Transporting and be Properly Installed"
Inspector's note: Based on information obtained during the investigation, a child was not in a booster seat during transportation.
Corrected Jan 14, 2026, verified by the state Jan 12, 2026. The inspector gave technical assistance (advice on how to comply).
Medium risk The director must make sure employees comply with the standards.
State rule 746.1003(2) (minimum standards for child-care centers): "Director Responsibilities - Employees Comply with Standards"
Inspector's note: Based on the investigation and information obtained, the director allowed the caregiver to transport a child without a car seat.
Corrected Jan 14, 2026, verified by the state Jan 12, 2026. The inspector gave technical assistance (advice on how to comply).
Jan 2, 2025: Inspection
No citations.
In the year before that (Nov 12, 2023 to Nov 12, 2024): 2 visits and 5 citations. Older history is on the official record.
What the risk levels mean
Texas gives every rule a weight from High to Low, based on the risk to children when it is broken. A citation is one rule found not met at one visit. How to read a Texas inspection report.
- High risk: breaking it can put a child in immediate danger (for example supervision, ratios, safe sleep, background checks, prohibited punishment).
- Medium-high risk: a real safety or health concern, but usually less immediate (for example hazards in a room, missing medical or allergy information, required training).
- Medium risk: important for health and safety over time (for example records, drills, equipment upkeep).
- Medium-low risk: mostly paperwork or reporting that supports safety.
- Low risk: administrative requirements with little direct risk to children.
Official record
The full record, including older history, is on the state's site: First Prep Academy on Search Texas Child Care. Texas operation #1740229.
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