Joel Deretchin Elementary YMCA
THE WOODLANDS, TX·Licensed CenterLicensed · Open
Contact information
Address11000 MERIT OAKS DR THE WOODLANDS TX- 77382 1455
CountyMONTGOMERY
Phone2813679622
Websiteymcahouston.org
Operating details
Hours03:00 PM-06:30 PM
DaysMon,Tue,Wed,Thu,Fri
Capacity60
SubsidiesY
License dateSeptember 29, 2005
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 2/5/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High0
- Medium-High5
- Medium3
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
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Location
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11000 MERIT OAKS DR THE WOODLANDS TX- 77382 1455, THE WOODLANDS, TX
Questions to ask on a tour
Chosen for this facility's inspection history and profile — bring them along on your visit.
- Ask how they keep enrollment, immunization, and emergency-contact records current - their state findings include documentation lapses
- They accept child care subsidies - ask what the enrollment process looks like and whether there is a waitlist for subsidized spots
- Ask about teacher-to-child ratios and how supervision is maintained through the day
- Ask about their illness policy and which symptoms require a child to stay home
Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 2/5/2026
- High0
- Medium-High1
- Medium2
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
2026
- Medium riskStandard 744.9012/5/2026
744.901 - Required Personnel Records
The personnel files were not on site.
Corrected 2/12/2026
2025
- Medium-High riskStandard 744.2015/9/2025
744.201(4) - Designating Director
The operation does not have a designated site director.
Corrected 5/30/2025 - Medium riskStandard 744.9095/9/2025
744.909 - Access to Personnel Records
Personnel records were not available for reveiw during the inspection.
Corrected 5/23/2025
Safety & Compliance Analysis
This daycare has multiple recorded violations. Review the details to make an informed decision.
(Past 6 Months)
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Estimated monthly cost
$1,349/month
This is a modeled estimate — based on location, ages served, and program data — not the provider's actual tuition. Real prices vary by age group and services. Contact the daycare for current rates, fees, and availability.
Typical prices in Texas run about $840/month for infant care at a center (federal median) — see daycare costs in Texas by age group.
About this daycare
- Location: THE WOODLANDS, MONTGOMERY County
- Capacity: 60
- Type: Licensed Center
- Years in operation: 21
What parents actually pay
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