The Learning Tree
124 E Gonzales St, Yoakum, TX
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DeWitt-Lavaca Early Headstart
- licensed capacity
- 48
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $124
- year first permitted
- 2018
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About DeWitt-Lavaca Early Headstart
DeWitt-Lavaca Early Headstart is a licensed child care center in Yoakum, Texas. The state has permitted it since April 24, 2018, for up to 48 children, serving infants, toddlers and preschoolers.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:45 AM to 3:15 PM.
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 15 visits in the last 3 years and cited 14 rules across 5 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
Infants
Ages served: infants, toddlers and preschoolers
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Ask when you call: rates, current openings, staff-to-child ratio and teacher qualifications.
- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers and preschoolers
- Hours today
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 48 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 7:45 AM to 3:15 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:45 AM to 3:15 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:45 AM to 3:15 PM |
| Thursday | 7:45 AM to 3:15 PM |
| Friday | 7:45 AM to 3:15 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Infants, toddlers and preschoolersFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Licensed capacity | 48 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
DeWitt-Lavaca Early Headstart has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in DeWitt County has a median price of $124 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$124
Home daycare$113
Toddler
Center$117
Home daycare$109
Preschool
Center$115
Home daycare$107
School age
Center$109
Home daycare$103
State record
Inspection reports for DeWitt-Lavaca Early Headstart
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Full Permit
- Capacity
- 48 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers and preschoolers
- Permit issued
- 2018
- License number
- #1665634- 11191
Summary
15 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Apr 15, 2026: 1 rule cited
Rules cited on 5 of 15 visits · 14 rules in all · 14 corrected
- Safety and hazards 5
- Records and paperwork 4
- Food and nutrition 2
- Staff training and qualifications 1
- Discipline and child guidance 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 18 visits
Apr 15, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
746.2421(a) - Written Feeding Instructions - Signed and Dated by Parent or Health-Care Professional
“One infant lacked an infant feeding instructions.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 15, 2026
- Oct 27, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Oct 21, 2025VisitNo rules cited
Oct 14, 2025Inspection5 rules cited
746.3701 - Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
“There is an opening on the playground between the ground and the lattice in which children may crawl through. In addition, one board on the walk way is detached and lifted up, posing a hazard.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 27, 2025
746.1309(d) - Documented Annual Training - Caregivers of Children Under 24 Months Required
“Four out of six employee files evaluated lacked current SIDS/Shaken Baby training.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 15, 2025
746.4135(b) - Children's Products- Annual Certification
“The children's product safety recall list had not been certified within the past year.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 15, 2025
746.901(5) - Required Personnel Records - Required Affidavit (Form 2912)
“Three out of six employee files evaluated lacked a pre employment affidavit on file.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 15, 2025
746.5101(a) - Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
“The operation did not have a current fire inspection on file.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 23, 2025
- Aug 19, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Jul 22, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Jul 18, 2025Visit1 rule cited
746.2805 - Prohibited Punishments - No Harsh, Cruel or Unusual
“Based upon preponderance of evidence gathered it was determined that a caregiver used inappropriate discipline, by throwing a tablet, which resulted in a child being struck.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 19, 2025
- May 29, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- May 22, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- May 20, 2025VisitNo rules cited
Show 8 earlier visits
- Apr 22, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Mar 13, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Feb 28, 2025Inspection3 rules cited
746.303(a)(4) - Report Change in Director
“The operation failed to notify Child Care Regulation there was a change in director.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 28, 2025
746.3301(f)(1) - Nutrition and Food Service - Drinking water available at every snack, mealtime, and during and after active play
“Children did not have drinking water available during outdoor play.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 13, 2025
745.651(2)(A) - Background Check Validation - Every 3 months each operation, other than a licensed, registered, or listed home, must validate current list
“The employee list was last validated 9-3-24.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 28, 2025
- May 2, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Apr 23, 2024Inspection4 rules cited
746.3701 - Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
“The gate on the playground had an opening large enough for a small child to fit through.”
The state verified the correction on May 2, 2024
746.3407(12) - Mark Cleaning Supplies, Toxic Materials; Keep Separate from Food and Inaccessible to Children
“Purell sanitation wipes were observed on the ground in two bathrooms. Note: This was corrected when the wipes were stored out of the reach of the children.”
Corrected during the visit
746.501(a)(18)(F) - Written Operational Policies - Criteria for Extreme Weather
“The operational policies lacked the criteria that will be used to determine if weather is appropriate for outdoor play.”
The state verified the correction on May 2, 2024
746.501(a)(30) - Written Operational Policies - Support inclusive services
“The operational policies lacked information regarding children with special needs.”
The state verified the correction on May 2, 2024
- May 10, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
- Apr 28, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
- Mar 1, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
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FAQ
Questions about DeWitt-Lavaca Early Headstart
Is DeWitt-Lavaca Early Headstart licensed?
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued April 24, 2018.
When was DeWitt-Lavaca Early Headstart last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on April 15, 2026, with 1 rule cited. It lists 15 visits in the last 3 years.
Has DeWitt-Lavaca Early Headstart had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 14 rules across 5 of 15 visits in the last 3 years; 14 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 DeWitt-Lavaca Early Headstart care for?
48, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers and preschoolers.
Does DeWitt-Lavaca Early Headstart accept child care subsidies?
The state record does not list it as accepting subsidies. Ask the provider directly.
What are DeWitt-Lavaca Early Headstart's hours?
Monday to Friday, 7:45 AM to 3:15 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does DeWitt-Lavaca Early Headstart cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (361) 212-3642 to ask.
What is DeWitt-Lavaca Early Headstart's phone number?
(361) 212-3642.
Where is DeWitt-Lavaca Early Headstart?
813 Culpepper St., Yoakum, TX 77995. The nearest other daycare we list is The Learning Tree, 0.6 miles away.