Gilmer KinderCare
1392 State Highway 154 W, Gilmer, TX
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First Baptist Church CDC is a licensed child care center in Gilmer, Texas. The state has permitted it since February 4, 1999, for up to 227 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM. It describes a Faith-based approach, with infant care, pre-k and toddler care.
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 30 visits in the last 3 years and cited 9 rules across 5 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
Hours
| Monday | 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Thursday | 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Friday | 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
| Ages | Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Programs | Infant care, pre-k and toddler care |
| Approach | Faith-based (First Baptist Church Gilmer (ministry)) |
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 227 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
First Baptist Church CDC has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Upshur County has a median price of $124 a week (U.S. Department of Labor, 2022).
State record
30 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jun 18, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 5 of 30 visits · 9 rules in all · 9 corrected
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.
The state lists conditions on this permit.
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746.1203(4) - Provide care consistent with child's habits, interests, strengths, special needs, including any special supervision needs
“This standard was evaluated as part of the investigation and found to be deficient. A teacher left a child alone in a classroom unsupervised for a minute and half.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 19, 2026
746.1203(4) - Provide care consistent with child's habits, interests, strengths, special needs, including any special supervision needs
“This standard was evaluated as part of the investigation and found to be deficient. The operation left a child in the classroom unsupervised for ten minutes. The caregivers failed to follow the daily protocol when transitioning from the classroom to the playground and did not count the number of children when leaving the room.”
The state verified the correction on May 13, 2025
746.707 - Incident/Illness Report Form Shared with Parent
“This standard was evaluated as part of the investigation and found to be deficient. The operation failed to share the incident report with the parent within the required 48 hours.”
The state verified the correction on May 13, 2025
746.2805(3) - Prohibited Punishments - Grabbing and Pulling
“This standard was evaluated as part of an investigation and found to be deficient. There is evidence of a caregiver grabbing a child's arm multiple times and pulling that child across the classroom as a form of discipline.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 25, 2024
746.1201(4) - AP Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Ensure No Child Abused, Neglected, or Exploited
“This standard was found deficient as part of a DFPS investigation.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 25, 2024
746.2407 - Infant Care Area Furnishings and Equipment -Use of Safety Straps
“This standard was evaluated during an investigation and found to be deficient. Three buckets seats in the infant classroom were occupied by 3 infants that did not have safety straps fastened or did not have a safety strap present. Four straps were missing in the bucket seats.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 10, 2024
746.2426(a)(1) - Infant May Not Sleep in a Restrictive Device
“This standard was evaluated during an investigation and found to be deficient. An infant was found sleeping in a device that is restricted to use for sleeping purposes.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 10, 2024
746.1301(a)(2)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Pre-Service Training
“This standard was evaluated as part of the investigation and found to be deficient. A caregiver did not have prior experience working in childcare and did not have the 8 pre-service training hours that is required before supervising a group of children.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 13, 2024
746.2409(c) - Safety Requirements for Cribs - Infant Not in Crib with Drop Gate Down
“This standard was evaluated as part of the investigation and found to be deficient. A caregiver stepped away from a crib before putting the gate up and an infant fell out of the crib.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 13, 2024
746.2805(3) - Prohibited Punishments - Grabbing and Pulling
“This standard was reviewed in relation to the reported allegations and found to be deficient. The caregiver admitted to pulling the child's arm when she took the child by the hand while removing the child from an argument with another child.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 18, 2023
746.3317(6) - Food Service and Preparation Requirement - Use Sanitary Holders
“Children were observed eating snack directly off of the table during inspection.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 20, 2023
746.1203(4) - Provide care consistent with child's habits, interests, strengths, special needs, including any special supervision needs
“This standard was reviewed in relation to the reported allegations and found to be deficient. A child wandered away from the class line and went into a vacant room unsupervised.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 3, 2023
746.1201(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
“This standard was reviewed in relation to the reported allegations and found to be deficient. The caregivers did not demonstrate competency when the operations protocols were not followed when the children were in transition from the playground to the gym.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 3, 2023
746.901(4) - Required Personnel Records - Required Affidavit
“During inspection staff files were reviewed and one fille was missing the signed affidavit.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 9, 2023
746.2805(3) - Prohibited Punishments - Grabbing and Pulling
“During the course of an investigation, it was viewed on video footage that a child was grabbed by the arm and taken to the bean bag for time out by a caregiver.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 21, 2023
746.1315(b)(1) - CPR Training and Recertification Adhere to Guidelines-skill based
“Staff files were reviewed and found that one staff had the on line only version of CPR certification.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 15, 2023
746.3505(b) - Diapering Procedures - Wash Infant's Hands
“During inspection it was observed that a child's hands were not washed after a diaper change.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 21, 2023
746.3415(4) - Employee Handwashing After Diapering a Child
“It was observed during inspection that a caregiver did not wash their hands after diapering a child. It was also observed on video that a caregiver did not wash hands after multiple diaper changes of children.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 21, 2023
746.2426(a)(2) - Infant May Not Sleep in a Restrictive Device - Remove the infant from the device and place the infant in a crib as soon as possible
“During inspection an infant was observed to be asleep in a swing for 5 minutes. The caregivers were observed on video looking at the infant asleep after 3 minutes. The infant was removed and placed in bed after the inspector asked the child to be moved.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 21, 2023
746.3505(e) - Diapering Procedures - Sanitizing Diaper Changing Area
“During inspection it was observed that a caregiver did not sanitize a changing table after a diaper change.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 21, 2023
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
“This standard was reviewed in relation to the reported allegations and found to be deficient. A child was found in the hallway alone unsupervised and found by a parent.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 3, 2023
746.1203(4) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Supervision of Children
“This standard was reviewed in relation to the self-reported allegations and found to be deficient. A child got out of a gate on the playground that was not properly latched and was picked up in the parking lot by a caregiver. A group of children were left unsupervised in a classroom when the caregiver left work for the day and did not leave them with another caregiver.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 7, 2023
746.3819 - Food Allergy Emergency Plan Signed by Parents and Health Care Professional
“Allergy Alert plans were reviewed for the HASA and two plans were not complete for two children with diagnosed food allergies.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 2, 2022
746.3407(12) - Mark Cleaning Supplies, Toxic Materials; Keep Separate from Food and Inaccessible to Children
“During inspection there was a sanitizing spray within reach of the children in a classroom. This was corrected at inspection.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 26, 2022
746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
“This standard was reviewed in relation to the self-reported allegations and found to be deficient. The caregiver stepped out of the room leaving one caregiver in charge of 14 two year old children. During this time a child was injured.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 26, 2022
746.3607(2) - Critical Injury - Give First Aid or CPR
“This standard was reviewed in relation to the self-reported allegations and found to be deficient. The caregiver was observed on video failing to give aid to a child who was injured after hitting the wall with his head.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 26, 2022
746.2407 - Infant Care Area Furnishings and Equipment -Use of Safety Straps
“During follow up inspection, 2 infants were observed not strapped in the high chair table.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 14, 2022
746.3701(1) - Safety - Electrical Outlets Covered
“One electrical outlet was uncovered in a classroom that was accessible to the children. This was discussed with the caregiver.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 1, 2022
746.3407(12) - Mark Cleaning Supplies, Toxic Materials; Keep Separate from Food and Inaccessible to Children
“During inspection it was observed that a cleaning/sanitizer bottle was down within reach of the children. The caregiver returned the bottle to a high cabinet during inspection.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 1, 2022
746.1203(3) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know Children's Names and Ages
“A caregiver did not have access to the names and ages of the children they were responsible for at the time of inspection.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 1, 2022
746.2421(a) - Written Feeding Instructions - Signed and Dated by Parent or Health-Care Professional
“Infant feeding instructions were not available for review at inspection for the infants.”
The state verified the correction on May 27, 2022
746.1203(4) - Responsibilities of Caregivers- Supervision of Children
“This standard was reviewed in relation to the reported allegations and found to be deficient. The caregivers did not follow name to face transition and a child was left unsupervised in a classroom.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 14, 2022
746.1201(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
“This standard was reviewed in relation to the reported allegations and found to be deficient. The caregiver did not use good judgment when a child was taken by the wrist and forced to walk around with the caregiver while she cleaned tables. The child tried to get away and sit down and the caregiver did not let go of the child.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 14, 2022
746.307(b)(4) - Parental Communication - Situation that Placed a Child at Risk
“This standard was reviewed in relation to the reported allegations and found to be deficient. The operation did not contact the parents of the children involved in the two incidents until the day after the incidents, when standards require immediate contact.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 14, 2022
746.3317(3) - Food Service and Preparation Requirement - Wash Napkins, Bibs and Tablecloths
“This standard was reviewed in relation to the investigation and found to be deficient. The caregiver was observed on camera placing children's snack directly on the table for the child to eat.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 14, 2022
746.3407(12) - Mark Cleaning Supplies, Toxic Materials; Keep Separate from Food and Inaccessible to Children
“This standard was reviewed in relation to the investigation and found to be deficient. The caregiver was observed on camera cleaning a table that had food directly on it that a child was observed eating with a cleaning agent.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 14, 2022
746.1609 - Maximum Group Size 13 or More Children
“This standard was reviewed in relation to the reported allegations and found to be deficient. The operation has operated out of ratio in the opening times in the infant room.”
The state verified the correction on May 20, 2022
746.1201(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
“A follow up was coducted on this day. This standard was re-cited. A caregiver was observed coming in the operation with the class for gym time and did not complete the transition name to face transition form as required by the operation. The caregiver did not use good judgment when this name to face transition was not completed which ensures all of the children are with the class as required and supervision is met. There were 3 opportunities for this to be completed. This was addressed by the operation during inspection.”
The state verified the correction on May 10, 2022
746.3407(13) - Using, Storing and Disposing of Hazardous Materials
“This standard was reviewed in relation to the reported allegations and found to be deficient. According to manufacturers instructions 100% bleach is required to be diluted with water before use. The caregiver did not complete this before bringing the bleach in the classroom to be used to clean up an accident.”
The state verified the correction on May 10, 2022
746.1003(2) - Director Responsibilities - Employees Comply with Standards
“This standard was reviewed in relation to the reported allegations and found to be deficient. The director did not ensure that the staff were properly trained on cleaning procedures and orientation.”
The state verified the correction on May 10, 2022
746.1301(1)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Orientation
“This standard was reviewed in relation to the reported allegations and found to be deficient. A caregiver involved in the incident did not have documented orientation at the operation.”
The state verified the correction on May 10, 2022
746.307(b)(4) - Parental Communication - Situation that Placed a Child at Risk
“This standard was reviewed in relation to the reported allegations and found to be deficient. The operation did not report to the parent immediately a child who had been placed at risk by having bleach spilled on them in an accident.”
The state verified the correction on May 10, 2022
746.3701(1) - Safety - Electrical Outlets Covered
“Three classrooms were observed with outlet covers that were not covered. This was corrected at inspection”
The state verified the correction on May 10, 2022
746.1201(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
“This standard was reviewed in relation to the self-reported allegations and found to be deficient. The caregiver did not use good judgment when a child was lifted by the wrists when they were picked up.”
The state verified the correction on May 10, 2022
746.1003(1) - Director Responsibilities - Operate in Compliance
“This standard was reviewed in relation to the self-reported allegations and found to be deficient. The director failed to have the operation operate in compliance when the operation has been cited for supervision 4 times in the last 6 months and 7 times in a year.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 25, 2022
746.1201(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
“This standard was reviewed in relation to the self-reported allegations and found to be deficient. The caregiver did not use good judgment when the caregiver did not hold a child's hand that is a known "runner" which resulted in a child running away from the class and across the street in to the parking lot another business.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 25, 2022
746.1203(4) - Responsibilities of Caregivers- Supervision of Children
“This standard was reviewed in relation to the self-reported allegations and found to be deficient. The child got out of the classroom and was down the hall and found by another teacher.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 29, 2021
745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
“A caregiver was present supervising children that did not have an eligible status. The employee left the operation during inspection.”
Corrected during the visit
746.2407 - Infant Care Area Furnishings and Equipment -Use of Safety Straps
“During inspection the children in the kittens classroom were not buckled in the high chair table. This was corrected at inspection.”
Corrected during the visit
746.1203(4) - Responsibilities of Caregivers- Supervision of Children
“This standard was reviewed in relation to the self-reported allegations and found to be deficient. A child walked away from the class while in the gym area and was found in the foyer area unsupervised.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 29, 2021
746.1203(4) - Responsibilities of Caregivers- Supervision of Children
“A caregiver did not properly supervise a group of children, which allowed a child to be left unsupervised outside.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 28, 2021
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FAQ
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued February 4, 1999.
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on June 18, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 30 visits in the last 3 years.
Yes. Inspectors cited 9 rules across 5 of 30 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.
227, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
It has not listed its tuition. Call (903) 843-5500 to ask.
(903) 843-5500.
217 W Cass St, Gilmer, TX 75644. The nearest other daycare we list is Little House Pre-K, 0.6 miles away.