Explorers Learning Academy
1700 N Eastman Rd, Longview, TX
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Alpine Christian Academy is a licensed child care center in Longview, Texas. The state has permitted it since February 1, 1999, for up to 195 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:15 AM to 5:30 PM. It describes a Faith-based approach, with preschool.
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 18 visits in the last 3 years and cited 5 rules across 4 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
Hours
| Monday | 7:15 AM to 5:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:15 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:15 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Thursday | 7:15 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Friday | 7:15 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
| Ages | Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license. It lists: 12 months to Kindergarten |
|---|---|
| Programs | Preschool |
| Approach | Faith-based (ministry of the Alpine Church of Christ) |
| Staff | Dedicated, experienced teachers |
| Parent updates | Parent app (brightwheel) |
| More | Founded 1995 |
| Licensed capacity | 195 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Alpine Christian Academy has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Gregg County has a median price of $124 a week (U.S. Department of Labor, 2022).
State record
18 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jun 8, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 4 of 18 visits · 5 rules in all · 5 corrected
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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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
“This standard was reviewed and found to be out of compliance through an investigation. It was determined that a child was left alone in a classroom for around 5 minutes.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 8, 2026
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
“This standard was reviewed and found to be out of compliance through an investigation. It was determined that a caregiver left multiple children unattended for multiple minutes at the daycare.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 18, 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
“During the investigation it was determined that caregivers did not provide proper supervision when a child was left unsupervised for around 3 minutes outside on the playground.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 26, 2024
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
“During the investigation it was determined that caregivers did not provide proper supervision when a child was left unsupervised for around 19 minutes inside their classroom.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 25, 2024
746.1203(4) - Provide care consistent with child's habits, interests, strengths, special needs, including any special supervision needs
“During an investigation it was determined that caregivers did not provide the special supervision needs for a child in their care. The caregivers stated they were aware this child required special supervision needs.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 25, 2024
746.3703(b) - No Alcohol or Controlled Substances Consumed
“It was found through this investigation that a caregiver consumed a controlled substance while at the child care center.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 2, 2023
746.3703(c) - Not Under the Influence of Alcohol or Controlled Substance
“Through this investigation it was determined that a caregiver was under the influence of a controlled substance while caring for children.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 2, 2023
745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
“During the inspection an individual with an inactive background was observed in a classroom.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 23, 2023
746.3407(12) - Mark Cleaning Supplies, Toxic Materials; Keep Separate from Food and Inaccessible to Children
“During the inspection multiple rooms were found to have cleaning supplies and hazardous material within reach of children in cabinets without locks.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 7, 2022
746.1301(6)(A) - Training Requirements for Directors 30- Annual Training
“During the inspection no training hours could be produced for the director.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 7, 2022
746.1313 - Time Period of Training
“During the inspection a majority of caregiver and director training time periods were all set as the first of August instead of their hire dates.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 7, 2022
746.3701(9) - Safety - Televisions Anchored to Prevent Tip Over
“During the inspection 3 televisions were observed not properly anchored down.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 7, 2022
745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
“During the inspection a caregiver was found on the staff list and had not had any background check run on them. This caregiver was present at the time of inspection and had access to children.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 21, 2021
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FAQ
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued February 1, 1999.
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on June 8, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 18 visits in the last 3 years.
Yes. Inspectors cited 5 rules across 4 of 18 visits in the last 3 years; 5 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.
195, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
The state record does not list it as accepting subsidies. Ask the provider directly.
Monday to Friday, 7:15 AM to 5:30 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
It has not listed its tuition. Call (903) 758-4995 to ask.
(903) 758-4995.
610 E Loop 281, Longview, TX 75605. The nearest other daycare we list is Alvani Academy, 0.8 miles away.