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Wichita Falls, TX 76301 · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Ben Donnell Center
- licensed capacity
- 130
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $130
- year first permitted
- 1988
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About
About Ben Donnell Center
Ben Donnell Center is a licensed child care center in Wichita Falls, Texas. The state has permitted it since August 30, 1988, for up to 130 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM.
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 11 visits in the last 3 years and cited 3 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
- 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 130 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Thursday | 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Friday | 6:30 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 | 130 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Ben Donnell Center has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Wichita County has a median price of $130 a week (U.S. Department of Labor, 2022).
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Infant
Center$130
Home daycare$117
Toddler
Center$122
Home daycare$112
Preschool
Center$119
Home daycare$110
School age
Center$112
Home daycare$105
State record
Inspection reports for Ben Donnell Center
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Full Permit
- Capacity
- 130 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Permit issued
- 1988
- License number
- #44166
Summary
11 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Aug 3, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 3 of 11 visits · 3 rules in all · 3 corrected
- Discipline and child guidance 2
- Safety and hazards 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.
The state lists conditions on this permit.
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See all 22 visits
- Aug 3, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Jul 1, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Jun 25, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Jun 23, 2026Visit1 rule cited
746.2805(3) - Prohibited Punishments - Grabbing and Pulling
“A caregiver was observed grabbing and pulling a child during outside time which is a prohibited punishment.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 3, 2026
- May 22, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
May 19, 2026Visit1 rule cited
746.1201(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
“Evidence gathered during this investigation found that a child in care obtained an injury due to a lack of good judgement of a caregiver.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 1, 2026
Mar 3, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
746.3701 - Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
“In the infant outdoor area there was a bleacher set standing up and a torn up playground with a orange plastic barrier that is no longer secured making this outdoor play area unsafe for the infants.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 23, 2026
- Apr 10, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- May 22, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Jan 31, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Show 12 earlier visits
- Jan 27, 2024VisitNo rules cited
- Oct 9, 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
“Evidence gathered during this investigation shows a child was left unsupervised on the playground for approximately 1 to 2 minutes.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 9, 2023
- Jun 20, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
- Nov 14, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
- Oct 18, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
- Oct 10, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
Oct 7, 2022Visit1 rule cited
746.1203(4) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Supervision of Children
“Evidence gathered during this investigation shows a child was left unsupervised on the playground for approximately 3 to 5 minutes.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 14, 2022
- Aug 9, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
- Jan 25, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
- Sep 3, 2021VisitNo rules cited
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FAQ
Questions about Ben Donnell Center
Is Ben Donnell Center licensed?
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued August 30, 1988.
When was Ben Donnell Center last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on August 3, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 11 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Ben Donnell Center had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 3 rules across 3 of 11 visits in the last 3 years; 3 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 Ben Donnell Center care for?
130, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Ben Donnell Center accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Ben Donnell Center's hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Ben Donnell Center cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (940) 766-4332 to ask.
What is Ben Donnell Center's phone number?
(940) 766-4332.
Where is Ben Donnell Center?
211 E Wichita St, Wichita Falls, TX 76306. The nearest other daycare we list is Martin Luther King Child Care, 0.8 miles away.