A New Day Learning Academy
510 E Avenue J, Temple, TX
Central Texas 4C, Inc. DBA Janell's House Head Start
- licensed capacity
- 108
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $133
- year first permitted
- 2003
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About
About Central Texas 4C, Inc. DBA Janell's House Head Start
Central Texas 4C, Inc. DBA Janell's House Head Start is a licensed child care center in Temple, Texas. The state has permitted it since July 14, 2003, for up to 108 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM.
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 20 visits in the last 3 years and cited 9 rules across 6 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
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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
- 108 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM |
| Thursday | 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM |
| Friday | 8:00 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 |
|---|---|
| Licensed capacity | 108 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Central Texas 4C, Inc. DBA Janell's House Head Start 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.
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
State record
Inspection reports for Central Texas 4C, Inc. DBA Janell's House Head Start
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Full Permit
- Capacity
- 108 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Permit issued
- 2003
- License number
- #830053
Summary
20 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Sep 29, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 7 of 20 visits · 9 rules in all · 9 corrected
- Discipline and child guidance 3
- Supervision and ratios 2
- Food and nutrition 1
- Building, equipment and play areas 1
- Safety and hazards 1
- Other rules 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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- Sep 29, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Sep 11, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Sep 10, 2026VisitNo rules cited
- Aug 10, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Apr 14, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Apr 9, 2026Inspection2 rules cited
746.3317(6) - Food Service and Preparation Requirement - Use Sanitary Holders
“Observed children being served crackers on the table without a plate or other barrier between the food and table. This was corrected when the caregivers put the food on napkins.”
Corrected during the visit
746.1201(5) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers-Report Suspected Child Abuse, Neglect or Exploitation
“During an investigation it was found that a child had an outcry that a caregiver pulled their ear and this was not reported. I spoke with staff about ensuring that reports are made if there is ever an outcry of abuse.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 9, 2026
- Apr 8, 2026VisitNo rules cited
- Oct 28, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Oct 22, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
746.1205(a)(2) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know number of children responsible for
“During the inspection one classrooms stated that they had 12 children, but they had 13 children.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 28, 2025
Jan 8, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
“Observed broken tile in the bathroom in the hallway. Broken tiles can cut children and should be fixed or covered until it can be fixed. This was corrected when a mat was placed over the broken tiles until the tiles can be fixed.”
Corrected during the visit
Show 17 earlier visits
Jul 18, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
746.5401 - Requirement of Gas Leak Inspection
“The operation did not have a current gas inspection. The one on file was expired.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 2, 2024
- May 3, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- May 2, 2024VisitNo rules cited
- Feb 1, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Jan 26, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Jan 24, 2024Visit1 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
“During an investigation, it was found a child was left unsupervised when the child walked down the hallway for one minute alone and then was brought back to the classroom by another staff.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 1, 2024
- Dec 12, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
- Nov 30, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
Nov 17, 2023Inspection3 rules cited
746.2805(1) - Prohibited Punishments - Corporal Punishment
“During an investigation it was found that a caregiver hit a child on their leg/bottom area as a form of discipline.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 12, 2023
746.2805(3) - Prohibited Punishments - Grabbing and Pulling
“During an investigation it was found that a caregiver was aggressively grabbing children and forcefully sitting children down.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 12, 2023
746.201(5) - Reporting Suspected Abuse, Neglect, Exploitation-May not delegate responsibility to report
“During an investigation it was found that multiple caregivers suspected abuse and neglect and failed to report it to the abuse and neglect hotline.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 14, 2023
Nov 17, 2023Complaint investigation3 rules cited
746.2805(1) - Prohibited Punishments - Corporal Punishment
“During an investigation it was found that a caregiver hit a child on their leg/bottom area as a form of discipline.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 12, 2023
746.2805(3) - Prohibited Punishments - Grabbing and Pulling
“During an investigation it was found that a caregiver was aggressively grabbing children and forcefully sitting children down.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 12, 2023
746.201(5) - Reporting Suspected Abuse, Neglect, Exploitation-May not delegate responsibility to report
“During an investigation it was found that multiple caregivers suspected abuse and neglect and failed to report it to the abuse and neglect hotline.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 14, 2023
- Sep 8, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
Aug 23, 2023Inspection3 rules cited
746.301(2) - Notification of Change in Space
“Observed 4 classrooms have been closed reducing the space used by children. The operation did not notify licensing of the reduction of space. I spoke to the director about notifying licensing anytime space is reduced or added.”
Corrected during the visit
746.3407(12) - Mark Cleaning Supplies, Toxic Materials; Keep Separate from Food and Inaccessible to Children
“Observed 3 classrooms with chemicals in the reach of children to include, bleach, clorox wipes, krud kutter, and goo gone. This was corrected when the chemicals were removed.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 7, 2023
746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
“Observed 2 live roaches and one dead roach in the building. I spoke to the director about having the exterminator come out sooner to service the building.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 25, 2023
- May 25, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
May 19, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
746.201(5) - Reporting Suspected Abuse, Neglect, Exploitation-May not delegate responsibility to report
“The operation did not report suspected abuse within the 48 hours timeframe, This was corrected when I spoke to the caregivers and director about reporting.”
Corrected during the visit
- May 18, 2023VisitNo rules cited
Oct 4, 2022Inspection1 rule cited
746.5101(a) - Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
“During an inspection, there was no annual fire inspection report available for review. The most recent fire inspection report was dated 09/24/2021.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 14, 2022
- Oct 13, 2021InspectionNo rules cited
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FAQ
Questions about Central Texas 4C, Inc. DBA Janell's House Head Start
Is Central Texas 4C, Inc. DBA Janell's House Head Start licensed?
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued July 14, 2003.
When was Central Texas 4C, Inc. DBA Janell's House Head Start last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on September 29, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 20 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Central Texas 4C, Inc. DBA Janell's House Head Start had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 9 rules across 7 of 20 visits in the last 3 years; 9 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 Central Texas 4C, Inc. DBA Janell's House Head Start care for?
108, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Central Texas 4C, Inc. DBA Janell's House Head Start accept child care subsidies?
The state record does not list it as accepting subsidies. Ask the provider directly.
What are Central Texas 4C, Inc. DBA Janell's House Head Start's hours?
Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Central Texas 4C, Inc. DBA Janell's House Head Start cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (254) 295-0735 to ask.
What is Central Texas 4C, Inc. DBA Janell's House Head Start's phone number?
(254) 295-0735.
Where is Central Texas 4C, Inc. DBA Janell's House Head Start?
1006 S 30th Street, Temple, TX 76504. The nearest other daycare we list is Saulsbury Jean Wilson Childrens Center, 0.6 miles away.