Waco Child Development Infant
613 S 9th St, Waco, TX
3.4· 7 reviews
First Baptist Preschool Development
- licensed capacity
- 300
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $134
- year first permitted
- 1986
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About
About First Baptist Preschool Development
First Baptist Preschool Development is a licensed child care center in Waco, Texas. The state has permitted it since December 12, 1986, for up to 300 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:15 AM to 5:30 PM.
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 8 visits in the last 3 years and cited 6 rules across 3 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsSchool-ageFaith-basedAccepts child care subsidy
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
- 300 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 |
|---|---|
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 300 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
First Baptist Preschool Development has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in McLennan County has a median price of $134 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$134
Home daycare$122
Toddler
Center$127
Home daycare$117
Preschool
Center$124
Home daycare$116
School age
Center$117
Home daycare$110
State record
Inspection reports for First Baptist Preschool Development
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Full Permit
- Capacity
- 300 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Permit issued
- 1986
- License number
- #5503
Summary
8 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Aug 26, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 3 of 8 visits · 6 rules in all · 6 corrected
- Health, medication and illness 2
- Supervision and ratios 1
- Food and nutrition 1
- Staff training and qualifications 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 13 visits
- Aug 26, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Aug 25, 2026VisitNo rules cited
- Mar 10, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Sep 25, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Aug 13, 2025Complaint investigation1 rule cited
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 DFPS investigation to show that adequate supervision was not provided when a child was injured after taking their shoes off outside.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 25, 2025
- Apr 28, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Apr 17, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
746.3421(b) - Infant Handwashing - Raised to Sink
“One caregiver did not wash an infants hand after a diaper change. The infants hands were washed during the inspection.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 28, 2025
746.2421(b) - Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days
“Seven of eight infant feeding instruction forms did not have an updated parent signature.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 28, 2025
May 22, 2024Inspection3 rules cited
746.1309(e) - Documented Annual Training- Required Content
“Out of ten staff files reviewed, seven were missing one or more of the following required training topics: emergency preparedness, communicable diseases, administering medication, responding to food allergy emergencies, understanding building and physical premises safety, and handling hazardous materials.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 10, 2024
746.5205(1) - Fire Drill Monthly - Exit in 3 Minutes
“The operation did not conduct a fire drill in April. This was corrected when a fire drill was conducted during the inspection and all children were able to exit in under three minutes.”
Corrected during the visit
746.4003(a)(1) - First Aid Kit Incomplete - Gudie to first aid and emergency care
“The operation did not have a guide to first aid with the first aid kit.”
The state verified the correction on May 24, 2024
- Jun 5, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
- May 19, 2023VisitNo rules cited
Show 3 earlier visits
- Aug 3, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
- Jan 27, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
Jan 19, 2022Visit1 rule cited
746.307(b)(1) - AP Parental Communication - Injury Requires Treatment by Health Care Professional or Hospitalization
“During the investigation, it was determined that the operation did not notify the parent immediately after a child was injured and required medical treatment.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 10, 2022
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FAQ
Questions about First Baptist Preschool Development
Is First Baptist Preschool Development licensed?
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued December 12, 1986.
When was First Baptist Preschool Development last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on August 26, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 8 visits in the last 3 years.
Has First Baptist Preschool Development had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 6 rules across 3 of 8 visits in the last 3 years; 6 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 First Baptist Preschool Development care for?
300, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does First Baptist Preschool Development accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are First Baptist Preschool Development'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 First Baptist Preschool Development cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (254) 756-6933 to ask.
What is First Baptist Preschool Development's phone number?
(254) 756-6933.
Where is First Baptist Preschool Development?
500 Webster Ave, Waco, TX 76706. The nearest other daycare we list is Waco Child Development Infant, 0.3 miles away.