Mary Miles Learning Center
1700 S Van Buren St, Amarillo, TX
1.6· 5 reviews
Child Development Center
- licensed capacity
- 180
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $147
- year first permitted
- 1989
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About
About Child Development Center
Child Development Center is a licensed child care center in Amarillo, Texas. The state has permitted it since February 24, 1989, for up to 180 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 and Play-based approach, with infant care and pre-k.
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 15 visits in the last 3 years and cited 5 rules across 4 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
- 180 children
Hours
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
Programs and care
| Ages | Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Programs | Infant care and pre-k |
| Approach | Faith-based (Polk Street Methodist Church), Play-based |
| Daily life | Parents pack food; Snacks provided |
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 180 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Child Development Center has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Potter County has a median price of $147 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$147
Home daycare$134
Toddler
Center$139
Home daycare$129
Preschool
Center$136
Home daycare$127
School age
Center$129
Home daycare$122
State record
Inspection reports for Child Development Center
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Full Permit
- Capacity
- 180 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Permit issued
- 1989
- License number
- #241692
Summary
15 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jun 18, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 4 of 15 visits · 5 rules in all · 5 corrected
- Discipline and child guidance 3
- Food and nutrition 1
- 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.
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See all 18 visits
- Jun 18, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Jun 16, 2026VisitNo rules cited
- Apr 22, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Mar 19, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Mar 10, 2026Visit2 rules cited
746.1201(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
“A caregiver lacked good judgement when preparing and cutting food over a highchair.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 22, 2026
746.3317(9) - Food Service and Preparation Requirement - Food Prep Area Separate from Other Areas
“The caregivers were preparing food in the classroom.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 22, 2026
- Mar 4, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Jan 8, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Jan 5, 2026VisitNo rules cited
- May 28, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- May 16, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Show 8 earlier visits
May 15, 2025Visit1 rule cited
746.2805(1) - Prohibited Punishments - Corporal Punishment
“Based on the evidence obtained during the investigation, a caregiver inappropriately spanked a child for discipline.”
The state verified the correction on May 28, 2025
Apr 30, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
746.5101(b) - Annual Fire Inspection - Conducted by Fire Marshal
“The last fire inspection 3-18-2025, the inspection are due annually.”
The state verified the correction on May 13, 2025
- Apr 4, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Apr 3, 2025Complaint investigation1 rule cited
746.1201(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
“Caregiver failed to use good judgement when using a water bottle to spray children as discipline.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 30, 2025
- Jul 16, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Oct 9, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
746.605(16) - Required Admission Information-Completed Food Allergy Plan
“A child in care who had a listed diagnosed food allergy did not have a complete food allergy in file when reviewed as it was missing the parent signature.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 10, 2023
- Nov 22, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
Dec 17, 2021Inspection1 rule cited
746.605(16) - Required Admission Information-Completed Food Allergy Plan
“Two children's diagnosed food allergy plans were reviewed and they did not contain the doctor signature as required.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 31, 2022
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FAQ
Questions about Child Development Center
Is Child Development Center licensed?
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued February 24, 1989.
When was Child Development Center last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on June 18, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 15 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Child Development Center had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 5 rules across 4 of 15 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 Child Development Center care for?
180, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Child Development Center accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Child Development Center's hours?
Monday to Friday, 7:15 AM to 5:30 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Child Development Center cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (806) 374-2891 to ask.
What is Child Development Center's phone number?
(806) 374-2891.
Where is Child Development Center?
1401 S Polk St, Amarillo, TX 79101. The nearest other daycare we list is First Steps, 0.2 miles away.