South Willis KinderCare
2309 S Willis St, Abilene, TX
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Aldersgate Abilene Methodist Church Academy
- licensed capacity
- 106
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $124
- year first permitted
- 1987
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About
About Aldersgate Abilene Methodist Church Academy
Aldersgate Abilene Methodist Church Academy is a licensed child care center in Abilene, Texas. The state has permitted it since April 14, 1987, for up to 106 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM. It describes a Faith-based approach, with pre-k.
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 10 visits in the last 3 years and cited 4 rules across 2 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsPreschool / pre-KSchool-ageFaith-basedAccepts child care subsidy
Ages served: infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 106 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM |
| Thursday | 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM |
| Friday | 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license. It lists: Birth through 5 years old |
|---|---|
| Programs | Pre-K |
| Approach | Faith-based |
| Enrichment | Music and movement |
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 106 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Aldersgate Abilene Methodist Church Academy has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Taylor County has a median price of $124 a week (U.S. Department of Labor, 2022).
Ask the daycare for its ratesIt has not listed its tuition. The county medians below are a starting point.
Infant
Center$124
Home daycare$113
Toddler
Center$117
Home daycare$108
Preschool
Center$114
Home daycare$107
School age
Center$108
Home daycare$102
State record
Inspection reports for Aldersgate Abilene Methodist Church Academy
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Full Permit
- Capacity
- 106 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Permit issued
- 1987
- License number
- #196576
Summary
10 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Sep 10, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 2 of 10 visits · 4 rules in all · 4 corrected
- Health, medication and illness 2
- Records and paperwork 1
- Supervision and ratios 1
For comparison: 78% of Texas daycares had at least one rule cited in the last 3 years; the typical daycare had 3.
A cited rule is what an inspector found on the day of a visit. It is not a rating of the daycare today.
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See all 14 visits
- Sep 10, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Jan 13, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Jun 11, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- May 7, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
May 6, 2025Visit2 rules cited
746.307(b)(4) - Parental Communication - Situation that Placed a Child at Risk
“It was determined throughout the course of the HHS Investigation that the operation failed to immediately notify the parents when a young child was left alone in the hallway unsupervised.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 11, 2025
746.1205(a)(4) - Supervision ensures each child’s safety, well-being, including physical proximity and auditory or visual awareness of each child’s on going activity
“It was determined throughout the course of the HHS Investigation that a young child in care was left alone in a hallway for approximately 30-60 seconds.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 11, 2025
- Feb 24, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Sep 10, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Sep 9, 2024VisitNo rules cited
Apr 16, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
746.613(b) - Immunization Records, Exceptions, and Exemptions Current
“2 of the 10 children records surveyed did not have a current immunization record or affidavit of exemption.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 23, 2024
746.3819 - Food Allergy Emergency Plan Signed by Parents and Health Care Professional
“A child in care with a diagnosed food allergy did not have an Emergency Plan available for review.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 23, 2024
- Nov 20, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
Show 4 earlier visits
- Oct 27, 2023VisitNo rules cited
- May 9, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
Aug 30, 2022Inspection1 rule cited
746.901(2) - Required Personnel Records- Meets Requirements
“9 of the 10 personnel records reviewed did not have a GED/High School Diploma on file.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 12, 2022
- Jul 26, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
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FAQ
Questions about Aldersgate Abilene Methodist Church Academy
Is Aldersgate Abilene Methodist Church Academy licensed?
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued April 14, 1987.
When was Aldersgate Abilene Methodist Church Academy last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on September 10, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 10 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Aldersgate Abilene Methodist Church Academy had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 4 rules across 2 of 10 visits in the last 3 years; 4 show a correction in the state record. For comparison: 78% of Texas daycares had at least one rule cited in the last 3 years; the typical daycare had 3. A cited rule is what an inspector found on the day of a visit. It is not a rating of the daycare today.
How many children can Aldersgate Abilene Methodist Church Academy care for?
106, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Aldersgate Abilene Methodist Church Academy accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Aldersgate Abilene Methodist Church Academy's hours?
Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Aldersgate Abilene Methodist Church Academy cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (325) 677-1045 to ask.
What is Aldersgate Abilene Methodist Church Academy's phone number?
(325) 677-1045.
Where is Aldersgate Abilene Methodist Church Academy?
1741 Sayles Blvd, Abilene, TX 79605. The nearest other daycare we list is Day Nursery of Abilene Vine Street Center, 0.3 miles away.