RYSS STEM Academy Pasadena
RYSS STEM Academy Pasadena is a licensed child care center in Pasadena, TX, licensed for up to 102 children and serving preschoolers and school-age children. It has held its Texas license since 2025. Since October 2021, state inspectors have visited 7 times. Inspectors recorded 21 citations, 3 of them high-risk, most often for building & playground safety (11 of 21). 5 citations came in the last 12 months, including 1 high-risk. 24% were corrected during the inspection itself. Measured by risk-weighted citations per inspection, it is tied for #34 of 36 centers in Pasadena and better than 2% of licensed centers statewide.
Inspection record
Every state visit
What inspectors cited most
Citations, newest first
The operation did not have the required documentation of the recent fire inspection available for review.
The operation does not have a director designated as of 02/06/2026.
The operation did not report a change in director. Note: This was corrected during inspection.
The operation did not have the required fire drill documented.
The operations fire inspection expired 9/20/2025.
The operations last fire drill was documented on 1/14/25. Note: This was corrected during inspection.
The operation did not notify licensing of an additional playground being used.
One caregiver was observed using a personal device while on the playground with students. Note: This was corrected when the phone was placed away.
The operation does not have an up to date fire inspection. The current fire inspection expired 8/29/24.
Flooring was observed being placed in the classrooms. Note: Pictures were taken
The required emergency telephone numbers were not posted.
The directors records did not contain a first aid/cpr certificate. Note: This was corrected during inspection.
Six out of six classrooms were observed without centers.
The operation was observed with ongoing construction in classrooms and restrooms.
Two out of six classrooms did not contain sinks in the restroom.
First aid kit was not available for review during inspection.
The emergency preparedness plan was not available for review during inspection.
Six out of six classrooms weree observed without a activity plan.
The CPSC website was not posted on notification board.
Classrooms observed did not contain seating, tables, or nap equipment.
Emergency evacuation and relocation plans were not posted in classrooms.
About this center
Common questions
Does RYSS STEM Academy Pasadena take infants?
No. Its Texas license covers preschoolers and school-age children, not infants.
What are RYSS STEM Academy Pasadena’s hours?
7 AM to 4 PM, Monday through Friday, according to its state licensing record. Confirm holiday and summer hours with the center.
Does RYSS STEM Academy Pasadena accept child care subsidies?
Not according to its state licensing record. Ask the center directly, since participation can change.
Has RYSS STEM Academy Pasadena had any serious violations?
Inspectors recorded 3 high-risk citations since 2021. The most recent was on Oct 31, 2025: “Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months.” Each one is listed in full above.
How does RYSS STEM Academy Pasadena compare with other daycares in Pasadena?
It is tied for #34 of 36 centers in Pasadena by risk-weighted citations per inspection, and is better than 2% of licensed centers statewide (out of 9,147 Texas centers with enough inspection history).
When was RYSS STEM Academy Pasadena last inspected?
Apr 17, 2026. Inspectors cited at least one rule during that visit.
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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 1802812 on Search Texas Child Care. Data refreshed Sep 30, 2026.