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Endless Discoveries Hico Learning Center

614 N Kirk St, Hico, TX 764575.0· 4 reviews
licensed capacity
78
open each week
5 days
a week, county median
$133
year first permitted
2024

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About Endless Discoveries Hico Learning Center

Endless Discoveries Hico Learning Center is a licensed child care center in Hico, Texas. The state has permitted it since October 23, 2024, for up to 78 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.

It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM. It describes its programs: after-school care, before-school care, drop-in care and infant care. It says it provides meals.

Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 16 visits in the last 3 years and cited 23 rules across 10 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

InfantsPreschool / pre-KBefore- and after-schoolSummer campMeals providedCameras for parentsAccepts child care subsidy

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
Closed today
Licensed capacity
78 children

Hours

Hours

Monday7:00 AM to 5:30 PM
Tuesday7:00 AM to 5:30 PM
Wednesday7:00 AM to 5:30 PM
Thursday7:00 AM to 5:30 PM
Friday7:00 AM to 5:30 PM
SaturdayNot listed
SundayTodayNot 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, drop-in care, infant care, part-time care, pre-k, preschool, summer camp and toddler care
EnrichmentMusic, computer, and exercise classes (extracurricular programs offered monthly, separate from tuition)
Daily lifeMeals provided
SafetyCameras / live video for parents (high definition cameras in every classroom; watch on mobile device or desktop/laptop (KidsVision))
Child care subsidyAccepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license
AccreditationTexas Rising Star
Licensed capacity78 childrenFrom the state license
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Cost

Tuition and costs

Endless Discoveries Hico Learning Center has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Hamilton 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.
Hamilton 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 Endless Discoveries Hico Learning Center

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
Full Permit
Capacity
78 children
Ages
Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
Permit issued
2024
License number
#1794698
See the state's record

Summary

16 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jun 25, 2026: no rules cited

Rules cited on 10 of 16 visits · 23 rules in all · 23 corrected

  • Supervision and ratios 6
  • Discipline and child guidance 4
  • Records and paperwork 3
  • Building, equipment and play areas 3
  • Health, medication and illness 3
  • Safety and hazards 2
  • Food and nutrition 2

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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  1. Jun 25, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  2. Jun 9, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
    • Supervision and ratiosHigh risk

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

      “A caregiver stated that they had ten children in care when they had twelve children in care. This was corrected during the inspection when the caregiver was informed that they had twelve children.”

      The state verified the correction on Jun 25, 2026

  3. Jun 5, 2026Visit2 rules cited
    • Records and paperworkHigh risk

      746.307(b)(4) - Parental Communication - Situation that Placed a Child at Risk

      “There was sufficient evidence found during the investigation to show that parents were not notified immediately of a situation placing their child at risk.”

      The state verified the correction on Jun 25, 2026

    • 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

      “There was sufficient evidence found during the investigation to show that adequate supervision was not provided when a child was left unattended in a classroom.”

      The state verified the correction on Jun 25, 2026

  4. May 18, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  5. Apr 20, 2026Inspection2 rules cited
    • Discipline and child guidanceMedium risk

      746.2209 - Posting of Activity Plan

      “Two of the 4 classrooms dd not have a posted activity plan during the inspection.”

      The state verified the correction on Apr 20, 2026

    • Discipline and child guidanceMedium risk

      746.2203(a) - Written Activity Plans

      “One of four classrooms did not have a written activity plan available for review.”

      The state verified the correction on Apr 20, 2026

  6. Apr 8, 2026Inspection5 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

      “There were 2 Pre K aged children observed unsupervised in a bathroom during the inspection.”

      The state verified the correction on Apr 20, 2026

    • Building, equipment and play areasMedium risk

      746.2605(4) - Furnishings and Equipment for Pre-Kindergarten Age - Accessible to Children

      “The toy shelves in one Pre K aged classroom were observed to be turned towards the wall making the toys and materials inaccessible to the children.”

      The state verified the correction on Apr 20, 2026

    • Building, equipment and play areasMedium High risk

      746.3407(8) - Garbage Inaccessible to Children; Maintained in Sanitary Manner

      “Garbage was observed to be accessible to children in one classroom during the inspection. A lid was placed on the bin during the inspection.”

      Corrected during the visit

    • Health, medication and illnessMedium risk

      746.4405 - Location of Handwashing Sink

      “One bathroom inside of a classroom was observed to be lacking handwashing soap and papertowels.”

      The state verified the correction on Apr 20, 2026

    • Discipline and child guidanceMedium risk

      746.2209 - Posting of Activity Plan

      “Four of the four classrooms did not have a written activity plan posted.”

      The state verified the correction on Apr 20, 2026

  7. Mar 27, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
    • Supervision and ratiosMedium High risk

      746.1605(1) - Child/Caregiver Ratio - 18 Months Difference in Age

      “There was one 21 month old child present in the infant classroom with a 2 month old, resulting in a 19 month age diffrence. The older child was moved to the toddler classroom for the remainder of the day.”

      The state verified the correction on Apr 8, 2026

  8. Mar 24, 2026Visit1 rule 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

      “There was sufficient evidence found during the investigation to show that adequate supervision was not provided when a child was left outside unattended.”

      The state verified the correction on Apr 8, 2026

  9. Oct 8, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
    • Safety and hazardsMedium High risk

      746.5101(b) - Annual Fire Inspection - Conducted by Fire Marshal

      “The last fire inspection was observed to have been conducted on 9/26/24.”

      The state verified the correction on Nov 12, 2025

  10. Apr 14, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
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  1. Apr 2, 2025Inspection4 rules cited
    • Food and nutritionMedium High risk

      746.2419(8) - Requirements for Feeding Infants - Other Use of Handwashing Sink

      “The handwashing sink in the infant classroom was observed to be used as a rinse or bottle washing sink.”

      The state verified the correction on Apr 14, 2025

    • Food and nutritionMedium risk

      746.2421(b) - Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days

      “Two of four infants enrolled did not have current infant feeding instructions available for review.”

      The state verified the correction on Apr 14, 2025

    • Health, medication and illnessMedium High risk

      746.3415(4) - Employee Handwashing After Diapering a Child

      “It was observed that one caregiver did not wash their hands after changing an infant's diaper.”

      The state verified the correction on Apr 14, 2025

    • Health, medication and illnessMedium High risk

      746.3421(b) - Infant Handwashing - Raised to Sink

      “It was observed that an infant's hands were not washed after a diaper change.”

      The state verified the correction on Apr 14, 2025

  2. Sep 5, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  3. Jul 19, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
    • Safety and hazardsMedium High risk

      746.5205(1) - Fire Drill Monthly - Exit in 3 Minutes

      “The last documented fire drill was observed to have been complete in March 2024. A fire drill was conducted during the inspection.”

      Corrected during the visit

    • Records and paperworkMedium Low risk

      746.901(4) - Required Personnel Records - Required Affidavit

      “Two of four staff files reviewed were lacking the required affidavit for employment.”

      The state verified the correction on Aug 15, 2024

  4. May 14, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  5. May 8, 2024Inspection4 rules cited
    • Supervision and ratiosMedium High risk

      746.1609 - Maximum Group Size 13 or More Children

      “Upon arrival at the operation a caregiver was left alone in a classroom with 16 children who have a specified age group of 3 years old. This was corrected at inspection when a caregiver was added to the room, bringing the room back into ratio.”

      The state verified the correction on May 14, 2024

    • Building, equipment and play areasMedium High risk

      746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment

      “The grass on the outdoor playground is not being maintained. The grass was observed overgrown and tall in need of mowing.”

      The state verified the correction on May 10, 2024

    • Discipline and child guidanceMedium risk

      746.2203(b) - Written Activity Plans - Plan Followed by Caregiver

      “The written activity plans includes outdoor play however the children have not been participating in outdoor play due to the lack of maintenance of the playground.”

      The state verified the correction on May 14, 2024

    • Records and paperworkMedium risk

      746.401(2) - Posting Requirements - Letter or form from the most recent Licensing Inspection or Investigation

      “The most recent inspection was not posted at the operation. The operation still had an old inspection form dated 9/28/23 from previous ownership. This was corrected at inspection when the Director printed and posted the most recent inspection form.”

      Corrected during the visit

  6. Apr 16, 2024InspectionNo 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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FAQ

Questions about Endless Discoveries Hico Learning Center

Is Endless Discoveries Hico Learning Center licensed?

Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued October 23, 2024.

When was Endless Discoveries Hico Learning Center last inspected?

Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on June 25, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 16 visits in the last 3 years.

Has Endless Discoveries Hico Learning Center had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 23 rules across 10 of 16 visits in the last 3 years; 23 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 Endless Discoveries Hico Learning Center care for?

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

Does Endless Discoveries Hico Learning Center accept child care subsidies?

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

What are Endless Discoveries Hico Learning Center's hours?

Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.

How much does Endless Discoveries Hico Learning Center cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (254) 459-0847 to ask.

What is Endless Discoveries Hico Learning Center's phone number?

(254) 459-0847.

Where is Endless Discoveries Hico Learning Center?

614 N Kirk St, Hico, TX 76457. The nearest other daycare we list is The R.A.N.C.H., 0.3 miles away.

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