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Childrens Ark
- licensed capacity
- 105
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $171
- year first permitted
- 1986
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About Childrens Ark
Childrens Ark is a licensed child care center in Kerrville, Texas. The state has permitted it since September 30, 1986, for up to 105 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM. It describes a Faith-based approach, with special-needs / inclusion care. It says it provides meals.
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 6 visits in the last 3 years and cited 8 rules across 4 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsSchool-ageFaith-basedMeals providedAccepts child care subsidy
Ages served: infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
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Ask when you call: rates, current openings and staff-to-child ratio.
- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 105 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Thursday | 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Friday | 7:30 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. It lists: 6 weeks to 12 years |
|---|---|
| Programs | Special-needs / inclusion care |
| Approach | Faith-based (Kerrville First United Methodist Church) |
| Staff | Long term, well-trained staff |
| Daily life | USDA food program (CACFP); Meals provided; Snacks provided |
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 105 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Childrens Ark has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Kerr County has a median price of $171 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$171
Home daycare$154
Toddler
Center$160
Home daycare$148
Preschool
Center$156
Home daycare$146
School age
Center$149
Home daycare$139
State record
Inspection reports for Childrens Ark
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Full Permit
- Capacity
- 105 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Permit issued
- 1986
- License number
- #179289
Summary
6 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit May 28, 2026: 2 rules cited
Rules cited on 4 of 6 visits · 8 rules in all · 8 corrected
- Health, medication and illness 3
- Discipline and child guidance 2
- Supervision and ratios 2
- Records and paperwork 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 28, 2026Inspection2 rules cited
746.605(6) - Required Admission Information - Emergency Contact
“Two out of ten child files evaluated were missing an address for their listed emergency contact on their enrollment form.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 8, 2026
746.613(a) - Required Immunizations
“One child was missing a copy of immunization records upon enrollment. Two children were in need of updated immunization records.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 8, 2026
- Dec 4, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Oct 24, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Oct 23, 2025Complaint investigation4 rules cited
746.2401(2) - Basic Requirements for Infants - Individual Attention
“Upon reviewing video footage, infant caregivers were observed sitting in the rocking chairs in the classroom during the day and not engaging with the infants when awake.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 4, 2025
746.1203(3)(D) - Personal use of electronic devices, such as cell phones, MP3 players, tablets, and video games
“Upon review of video footage, caregivers were observed sitting and looking at their personal cell phones throughout the day.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 4, 2025
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
“Upon review of video footage, infants were observed opening cabinet doors under the sink area 5 separate times without a caregiver intervening.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 4, 2025
746.2417(2)(B) - Activities for Infants - Not in Restrictive Device for more than 15 Minutes
“Based on video footage reviewed, two infants were in swings for 17 minutes and 40 minutes.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 4, 2025
Jun 25, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
746.613(b) - Immunization Records, Exceptions, and Exemptions Current
“Three out of ten child immunization records reviewed did not have current records on file. One child is currently 2 yrs of age and the last updated record was at 6 months. One child is currently 8 months old and is missing their 3 and 5 months vaccinations. One child is 6 months old and is missing their 5 month vaccinations.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 10, 2025
Jun 28, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
746.613(b) - Immunization Records, Exceptions, and Exemptions Current
“Two out of ten child records reviewed were missing updated vaccination records.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 7, 2024
Jul 6, 2023Inspection3 rules cited
746.5103 - Documentation of Fire Inspection
“The most current fire inspection report was not available for review.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 13, 2023
746.5205(4) - Documentation of Drills
“A copy of the emergency drills conducted for the year was not available for review.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 13, 2023
746.501(a)(18) - Written Operational Policies - Promotion of Physical Activity
“The promotion of indoor/outdoor physical activity was not included in the copy of the operation's parent handbook.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 13, 2023
- Sep 12, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
Aug 16, 2022Inspection4 rules cited
746.613(b) - Immunization Records, Exceptions, and Exemptions Current
“Three out of 10 child files reviewed were missing current shot records.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 19, 2022
746.501(a)(24) - Written Operational Policies - Emergency Preparedness Plans
“A copy of the emergency prepardness plan was not available for review.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 1, 2022
746.4135(b) - Children's Products- Annual Certification
“The most recent consumer product certificate was dated 1/4/21. NOTE: A new certificate form was provided and updated during the inspection.”
Corrected during the visit
746.901(5) - Required Personnel Records- Training Hours
“5 out of 10 staff files evaluated did not show the caregivers completed the required 24 annual training hours. The director's training file did not have documentation that the required 30 annual training hours were completed.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 12, 2022
- Mar 29, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
Show 3 earlier visits
- Mar 18, 2022VisitNo rules cited
- Dec 8, 2021InspectionNo rules cited
Nov 15, 2021Inspection3 rules cited
746.3415(4) - Employee Handwashing After Diapering a Child
“A caregiver was observed changing diapers and did not wash their hands in between diaper checks/changes. Caregiver only removed gloves and put new gloves on in between diapering.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 8, 2021
746.3417(3) - Children Handwashing After Toileting or Diapering
“Three children in the Toddler room did not wash their hands after diapering.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 8, 2021
746.4751(b) - Maintenance Procedures for Active Play - Monthly Maintenance Checklist
“A copy of the operation's maintenance report was not available for review during the inspection.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 3, 2021
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FAQ
Questions about Childrens Ark
Is Childrens Ark licensed?
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued September 30, 1986.
When was Childrens Ark last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on May 28, 2026, with 2 rules cited. It lists 6 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Childrens Ark had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 8 rules across 4 of 6 visits in the last 3 years; 8 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 Childrens Ark care for?
105, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Childrens Ark accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Childrens Ark's hours?
Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Childrens Ark cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (830) 257-0825 to ask.
What is Childrens Ark's phone number?
(830) 257-0825.
Where is Childrens Ark?
321 Thompson Dr, Kerrville, TX 78028. The nearest other daycare we list is Childrens Corner First Presbyterian, 0.6 miles away.