Cynthia Dawn McDermid
Buda, TX 78610 · school-age only · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Barton Middle School Early Learning CTR.
- licensed capacity
- 68
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $202
- year first permitted
- 2016
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About
About Barton Middle School Early Learning CTR.
Barton Middle School Early Learning CTR. is a licensed child care center in Buda, Texas. The state has permitted it since December 7, 2016, for up to 68 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:35 AM to 5:30 PM.
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 11 visits in the last 3 years and cited 5 rules across 3 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsSchool-ageAccepts child care subsidyOpens before 7 AM
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
- 6:35 AM to 5:30 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 68 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 6:35 AM to 5:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:35 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:35 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Thursday | 6:35 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Friday | 6:35 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 68 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Barton Middle School Early Learning CTR. has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Hays County has a median price of $202 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$202
Home daycare$181
Toddler
Center$189
Home daycare$172
Preschool
Center$183
Home daycare$170
School age
Center$173
Home daycare$160
State record
Inspection reports for Barton Middle School Early Learning CTR.
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Full Permit
- Capacity
- 68 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Permit issued
- 2016
- License number
- #1630151
Summary
11 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit May 21, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 3 of 11 visits · 5 rules in all · 5 corrected
- Discipline and child guidance 2
- Safety and hazards 1
- Health, medication and illness 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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- May 21, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- May 18, 2026VisitNo rules cited
- Jan 21, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Sep 18, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Aug 27, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Jun 6, 2025Visit1 rule cited
746.2807 - Employees Discipline Own Children
“The investigation found that there is evidence that a caregiver spanked her own child at the operation. The caregiver also used threats of spanking while at the operation.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 18, 2025
- May 16, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Oct 15, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Feb 6, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
746.5205(1) - Fire Drill Monthly - Exit in 3 Minutes
“Upon examining drills, it was found that fire drills had not been conducted monthly. This was corrected at inspection when one was done for the current month.”
Corrected during the visit
746.3505(b) - Diapering Procedures - Wash Infant's Hands
“During the inspection, it was observed that an infant's hands were not washed following a diaper change. This was corrected when the caregiver was reminded to wash the child's hands and technical assistance was provided to both the caregiver and director.”
Corrected during the visit
- Jan 12, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Show 7 earlier visits
Dec 2, 2023Complaint investigation2 rules cited
746.1201(4) - AP Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Ensure No Child Abused, Neglected, or Exploited
“This standard was found deficient as part of a DFPS Investigation.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 11, 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
“It was determined through the course of the DFPS investigation that a child in care was left outside alone for approximately 10 minutes with access to a wooded area, parking lot and main road.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 11, 2024
- Oct 16, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
- Sep 11, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
Sep 7, 2023Visit1 rule cited
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
“A child was left unsupervised for approximately 1 minute.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 16, 2023
- Mar 2, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
Feb 28, 2023Complaint investigation1 rule cited
746.2421(a) - Written Feeding Instructions - Signed and Dated by Parent or Health-Care Professional
“It was found through an investigation that one infant was fed a bottle that was not theirs.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 16, 2023
- Apr 7, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
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FAQ
Questions about Barton Middle School Early Learning CTR.
Is Barton Middle School Early Learning CTR. licensed?
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued December 7, 2016.
When was Barton Middle School Early Learning CTR. last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on May 21, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 11 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Barton Middle School Early Learning CTR. had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 5 rules across 3 of 11 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.
How many children can Barton Middle School Early Learning CTR. care for?
68, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Barton Middle School Early Learning CTR. accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Barton Middle School Early Learning CTR.'s hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:35 AM to 5:30 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Barton Middle School Early Learning CTR. cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (512) 268-1472 to ask.
What is Barton Middle School Early Learning CTR.'s phone number?
(512) 268-1472.
Where is Barton Middle School Early Learning CTR.?
4950 Jack C Hays Trl, Buda, TX 78610. The nearest other daycare we list is Stepping Stone School XXI, 0.1 miles away.