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Caring Hand Learning Center

260 Commercial Dr, Harker Heights, TX 765482.6· 48 reviews
licensed capacity
265
open each week
5 days
a week, county median
$133
year first permitted
2017

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About Caring Hand Learning Center

Caring Hand Learning Center is a licensed child care center in Harker Heights, Texas. The state has permitted it since April 17, 2017, for up to 265 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.

It is open Monday to Friday, 5:30 AM to 5:30 PM. It describes a Bilingual / immersion and Faith-based approach, with after-school care, before-school care, infant care and preschool. It says it provides meals.

Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 21 visits in the last 3 years and cited 24 rules across 7 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

InfantsBefore- and after-schoolFaith-basedMeals providedSecure entryAccepts child care subsidyOpens before 7 AMBilingual program

Ages served: infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children

From the state license
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Type
Child care center
Ages
Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
Hours today
5:30 AM to 5:30 PM
Licensed capacity
265 children

Hours

Hours

MondayToday5:30 AM to 5:30 PM
Tuesday5:30 AM to 5:30 PM
Wednesday5:30 AM to 5:30 PM
Thursday5:30 AM to 5:30 PM
Friday5:30 AM to 5:30 PM
SaturdayNot listed
SundayNot listed
From the state license

Programs

Programs and care

AgesInfants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license
ProgramsAfter-school care, before-school care, infant care, preschool and toddler care
ApproachBilingual / immersion (English and Spanish), Faith-based
CurriculumCreative Curriculum (Infants and Toddlers), Frog Street Curriculum (Preschoolers, Infants, and Toddlers)
StaffCertified in CPR and First Aid and Child Development Associate degree or certificate holders
Daily lifeUSDA food program (CACFP); Meals provided; Snacks provided
SafetyAccess Control System
Child care subsidyAccepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license
Licensed capacity265 childrenFrom the state license
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Cost

Tuition and costs

Caring Hand Learning Center has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Bell County has a median price of $133 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.
Bell County medians, full time, per week

Infant

Center$133
Home daycare$121

Toddler

Center$126
Home daycare$116

Preschool

Center$123
Home daycare$115

School age

Center$117
Home daycare$110

County median full-time prices at centers and home daycares, U.S. Department of Labor, National Database of Childcare Prices, 2022 (the latest year). Not this daycare's rates; prices have risen since.

State record

Inspection reports for Caring Hand Learning Center

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
Full Permit
Capacity
265 children
Ages
Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
Permit issued
2017
License number
#1637846
See the state's record

Summary

21 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Sep 11, 2026: no rules cited

Rules cited on 7 of 21 visits · 24 rules in all · 22 corrected

  • Supervision and ratios 8
  • Records and paperwork 6
  • Safe sleep 2
  • Discipline and child guidance 2
  • Building, equipment and play areas 2
  • Transportation 2
  • Health, medication and illness 1
  • Background checks 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 45 visits
  1. Sep 11, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  2. Aug 28, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
    • Supervision and ratiosMedium High risk

      746.1609 - Maximum Group Size 13 or More Children

      “During the follow up inspection, there were 2 caregivers with 37 children on the playground, exceeding maxium group size.”

      The state verified the correction on Sep 11, 2026

  3. Aug 18, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  4. Aug 14, 2026VisitNo rules cited
  5. Aug 10, 2026Inspection7 rules cited
    • Supervision and ratiosHigh risk

      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 an inspection, it was observed a caregiver left a classroom, leaving the children unattended, to grab something from another room.”

      The state verified the correction on Aug 18, 2026

    • Safe sleepHigh risk

      746.2426(a)(2) - Infant May Not Sleep in a Restrictive Device - Remove the infant from the device and place the infant in a crib as soon as possible

      “During a monitoring inspection, a 6-month-old infant was observed sleeping in a restrictive device. This was corrected when the caregiver removed the child from the device and place them in their crib.”

      The state verified the correction on Aug 18, 2026

    • Safe sleepHigh risk

      746.2424 - Infants sleep in Designated Crib, Cot, Bed, or Mat

      “During a monitoring inspection, a 6-month-old infant was observed to be asleep on the floor. This was corrected when the caregiver picked the infant up and put them in their crib.”

      The state verified the correction on Aug 18, 2026

    • Health, medication and illnessMedium risk

      746.603(a)(3) - Children's Records - Health Statement

      “Two children were missing health statements from a healthcare professional.”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 18, 2026

    • Discipline and child guidanceHigh risk

      746.2805(8) - Prohibited Punishments - Restrictive device for time out

      “During an inspection, a child was observed placed in a stroller, strapped in, as a way of guidance so they would not run off. This was corrected when the caregiver removed the child from the stroller.”

      The state verified the correction on Aug 18, 2026

    • Supervision and ratiosHigh risk

      746.1205(a)(2) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know number of children responsible for

      “During an inspection, 4 caregivers did not know how many children they were responsible for.”

      The state verified the correction on Aug 18, 2026

    • Records and paperworkMedium risk

      746.901 - Required Personnel Records

      “After reviewing staff files, 6 staff were missing the 2985 affidavit, 4 were missing copy of photo identification, 5 were missing education verification, and 3 were missing a signed statement of overview for operation policies and personnel policies.”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 18, 2026

  6. Aug 6, 2026Complaint investigation3 rules cited
    • Supervision and ratiosMedium High risk

      746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children

      “During an investigation inspection, two classrooms were observed to be out of ratio. This was corrected when another went into each room.”

      The state verified the correction on Aug 18, 2026

    • Records and paperworkMedium Low risk

      746.307(e) - Parental Notification of Infestation

      “During an investigation, there was sufficient evidence to show there was not a written notice to parents when there was a lice outbreak.”

      The state verified the correction on Sep 4, 2026

    • Background checksHigh risk

      745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation

      “During an investigation, there was evidence to suggest a caregiver was present at the operation before receiving an eligible background check.”

      The state verified the correction on Sep 11, 2026

  7. Oct 30, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  8. Oct 29, 2025VisitNo rules cited
  9. Oct 17, 2025VisitNo rules cited
  10. Sep 17, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
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  1. Aug 22, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
    • Building, equipment and play areasHigh risk

      746.4601(7) - Safety Requirements for Active Play Equipment - No Pinch, Crush, or Shear Points

      “During the walkthrough, I observed that one slide was broken in the middle, and there were rocks inside.”

      The state verified the correction on Sep 17, 2025

  2. Jul 1, 2025Complaint investigation3 rules cited
    • Records and paperworkHigh risk

      746.305(a)(6) - Report Situation Placing Children at Risk

      “During a DFPS investigation, it was determined operation staff did not notify CCR about a child left alone on the playground.”

      The state verified the correction on Aug 22, 2025

    • Supervision and ratiosHigh risk

      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 a DFPS investigation a child in care was observed to have been left alone on the playground for about 10 minutes.”

      The state verified the correction on Aug 22, 2025

    • Discipline and child guidanceHigh risk

      746.1201(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control

      “During a DFPS investigation operation staff were found to provide a parent of a child in care inaccurate information regarding an incident that occurred with their child.”

      The state verified the correction on Aug 22, 2025

  3. Feb 19, 2025VisitNo rules cited
  4. Jan 7, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  5. Dec 16, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  6. Dec 13, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  7. Dec 12, 2024VisitNo rules cited
  8. Nov 26, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
    • TransportationMedium High risk

      746.5603(c) - Types of Vehicles Used to Transport Children - Be Maintained Safely

      “Three vehicles used for transportation was observed and does not have current registration stickers.”

      The state verified the correction on Dec 4, 2024

    • Records and paperworkMedium risk

      746.901 - Required Personnel Records

      “1 staff did not have the required affidavit, background verification, CPR and First Aid, high school diploma. for review. A second staff did not have annual trainings.”

      The state verified the correction on Nov 26, 2024

  9. Nov 14, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  10. Nov 7, 2024Inspection7 rules cited
    • Records and paperworkMedium risk

      746.901 - Required Personnel Records

      “1 staff did not have the required affidavit, background verification, CPR and First Aid, high school diploma. for review. A second staff did not have annual trainings.”

      The state verified the correction on Dec 2, 2024

    • Supervision and ratiosHigh risk

      746.1205(a)(5) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Intervene to ensure each child's safety

      “A caregiver was observed allowing a child to go to the bathroom unsupervised. The caregiver then left the classroom leaving the children unsupervised.”

      The state verified the correction on Nov 14, 2024

    • TransportationMedium High risk

      746.5603(c) - Types of Vehicles Used to Transport Children - Be Maintained Safely

      “The vehicles used for transportation did not have the required registration.”

      The state verified the correction on Dec 6, 2024

    • Records and paperworkMedium risk

      746.401(1) - Posting Requirements - License

      “The parent board was missing the written activity plans for each age group, a list of the current employees, the emergency evacuation plan, and the most recent licensing inspection.”

      The state verified the correction on Nov 14, 2024

    • Building, equipment and play areasMedium High risk

      746.3407(9) - Floors, ceilings and Walls in Good Repair and Clean

      “There must not be any peeling paint or separation of border which can cause a hazard.”

      The state verified the correction on Dec 13, 2024

    • Supervision and ratiosMedium High risk

      746.1203(3)(D) - Personal use of electronic devices, such as cell phones, MP3 players, tablets, and video games

      “Two caregivers were observed on personal cell phones while caring for children. This was corrected during the inspection when the caregiver put the device away.”

      The state verified the correction on Nov 14, 2024

    • Supervision and ratiosMedium risk

      746.1507(1) - Determining Child/Caregiver Ratios - Basis

      “A caregiver was observed in the classroom with 6 children bringing the classroom out of ratio by 1. This was corrected when the caregiver returned to the room.”

      The state verified the correction on Nov 14, 2024

  11. Nov 13, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
  12. Jun 20, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
  13. Jun 15, 2023VisitNo rules cited
  14. May 26, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
  15. May 17, 2023VisitNo rules cited
  16. May 9, 2023Complaint investigation2 rules cited
    • Supervision and ratiosHigh risk

      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 found that one child gained access to the operation's outdoor playground by a propped open door. The child was found to be left unsupervised for about 2-3 minutes.”

      The state verified the correction on Jun 20, 2023

    • Records and paperworkHigh risk

      746.305(a)(6) - Report Situation Placing Children at Risk

      “An incident placing a child at risk was not reported to Child Care Regulation as required.”

      The state verified the correction on Jun 20, 2023

  17. Feb 22, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
  18. Feb 21, 2023VisitNo rules cited
  19. Feb 11, 2023VisitNo rules cited
  20. Feb 3, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
  21. Jan 20, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
    • Supervision and ratiosHigh risk

      746.1203(2) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know Group Responsible For

      “One caregiver stated that they were responsible for 7 children. There were 6 children observed in the classroom.”

      The state verified the correction on Feb 3, 2023

  22. Jan 17, 2023VisitNo rules cited
  23. Nov 15, 2022Inspection1 rule cited
    • Building, equipment and play areasMedium High risk

      746.4751(c) - Maintenance Procedures for Active Play - Hazards Removed or Repaired

      “One plastic playground structure was observed to be in disrepair and cracks were covered with tape. The director stated that the equipment would be removed and children would not use the equipment.”

      The state verified the correction on Nov 21, 2022

  24. Nov 10, 2022VisitNo rules cited
  25. Jul 20, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
  26. Jun 10, 2022Inspection1 rule cited
    • Staff training and qualificationsMedium High risk

      746.1316(a) - Transportation Safety Training -Director and Employee Complete 2 Hours Annually

      “It was found that one caregiver did not have current transportation training and is frequently transporting children in the operation van.”

      The state verified the correction on Jun 17, 2022

  27. Jun 9, 2022Complaint investigation2 rules cited
    • Records and paperworkMedium risk

      746.603(a)(2) - Children's Records - Admission Information

      “It was found during the investigation that one child was present at the operation without enrollment information.”

      The state verified the correction on Jul 20, 2022

    • Supervision and ratiosHigh risk

      746.1203(4) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Supervision of Children

      “It was found during this investigation, that one child was left outside on the playground unsupervised.”

      The state verified the correction on Jul 20, 2022

  28. Jun 8, 2022Complaint investigation1 rule cited
    • Records and paperworkMedium risk

      746.901(9) - Required Personnel Records- Current Driver's License

      “One caregiver, responsible for transporting children, was unable to provide a current driver's license and there was not one on file. The caregiver will not transport children until a valid driver's license is obtained.”

      Corrected during the visit

  29. May 6, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
  30. Apr 25, 2022VisitNo rules cited
  31. Dec 9, 2021InspectionNo rules cited
  32. Dec 1, 2021Inspection1 rule cited
    • Supervision and ratiosMedium High risk

      746.1613(b) - Naptime Child/Caregiver Ratio

      “During the follow-up inspection it was observed that there were 37 children in a combined nap room with an average age of 3 years old. Nap ratio was over by 7 children.”

      The state verified the correction on Dec 8, 2021

  33. Nov 16, 2021Inspection2 rules cited
    • Supervision and ratiosMedium risk

      746.1613(a) - Reduction of child/caregiver naptime ratio by 50% allowed, If 13 or more children in care, children are 18 mo. or older and other standards met

      “During the monitoring inspection it was observed that the operation was reducing number of caregivers during naptime for children that were under 18 months old. There was a combined nap room with children ranging from 13 months to 2 years old in a 1 caregiver to 16 children ratio.”

      The state verified the correction on Dec 1, 2021

    • TransportationHigh risk

      746.5625(b) - Electronic Child Safety Alarm - installed and maintained according to manufacturer's instructions

      “During the monitoring inspection it was found that the vans used to transport were not equipped with working electronic child safety alarms.”

      The state verified the correction on Dec 1, 2021

  34. Oct 13, 2021InspectionNo rules cited
  35. Oct 12, 2021VisitNo rules cited

Copied from Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation on October 1, 2026; the state's records start around Sep 2021. Rule wording, severity and dates are the state's.

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Questions about Caring Hand Learning Center

Is Caring Hand Learning Center licensed?

Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued April 17, 2017.

When was Caring Hand Learning Center last inspected?

Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on September 11, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 21 visits in the last 3 years.

Has Caring Hand Learning Center had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 24 rules across 7 of 21 visits in the last 3 years; 22 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 Caring Hand Learning Center care for?

265, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.

Does Caring Hand Learning Center accept child care subsidies?

Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.

What are Caring Hand Learning Center's hours?

Monday to Friday, 5:30 AM to 5:30 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.

How much does Caring Hand Learning Center cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (254) 690-7730 to ask.

What is Caring Hand Learning Center's phone number?

(254) 690-7730.

Where is Caring Hand Learning Center?

260 Commercial Dr, Harker Heights, TX 76548. The nearest other daycare we list is Because We Care Learning Academy, 0.5 miles away.

Sources: Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation (license and visits) · U.S. Department of Labor, 2022 (county prices).