Little Texans Learning Center
815 N Grant Ave, Odessa, TX
3.9· 29 reviews
First Methodist Church Children's Center
- licensed capacity
- 204
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $155
- year first permitted
- 2011
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About First Methodist Church Children's Center
First Methodist Church Children's Center is a licensed child care center in Odessa, Texas. The state has permitted it since March 7, 2011, for up to 204 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.
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 7 visits in the last 3 years and cited 6 rules across 2 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsSchool-ageFaith-based
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
- 204 children
Hours
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
Programs and care
| Ages | Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license. It lists: 6 weeks old to pre Kindergarten |
|---|---|
| Approach | Faith-based |
| Safety | Outdoor playground |
| Licensed capacity | 204 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
First Methodist Church Children's Center has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Ector County has a median price of $155 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$155
Home daycare$138
Toddler
Center$144
Home daycare$131
Preschool
Center$140
Home daycare$129
School age
Center$132
Home daycare$122
State record
Inspection reports for First Methodist Church Children's Center
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Full Permit
- Capacity
- 204 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Permit issued
- 2011
- License number
- #1203586
Summary
7 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Aug 4, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 2 of 7 visits · 6 rules in all · 6 corrected
- Discipline and child guidance 2
- Health, medication and illness 1
- Records and paperwork 1
- Safety and hazards 1
- Supervision and ratios 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.
The state lists conditions on this permit.
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- Aug 4, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Dec 9, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Apr 24, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Apr 10, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Aug 23, 2024Inspection3 rules cited
746.3401(a) - Annual Sanitation Inspection
“Operation did not have a current health inspection for licensing to view.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 27, 2024
746.5205(4) - Documentation of Drills
“Operation did not have 4 months of fire drills documented.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 3, 2024
746.5101(a) - Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
“Operation did not have a current fire inspection for licensing to view.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 3, 2024
- Apr 30, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Dec 21, 2023Complaint investigation3 rules cited
746.1203(3)(D) - Personal use of electronic devices, such as cell phones, MP3 players, tablets, and video games
“A caregiver was using a cell phone for personal use while supervising a group of children.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 30, 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 Apr 30, 2024
746.2805(3) - Prohibited Punishments - Grabbing and Pulling
“A caregiver inappropriately grabbed and pulled a child while trying to place them on the mat for nap. The child was dropped on his leg which caused a fracture.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 30, 2024
Jun 8, 2023Inspection3 rules cited
746.5205(1) - Fire Drill Monthly - Exit in 3 Minutes
“Operation did not conduct monthly fire drills.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 14, 2023
746.5101(a) - Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
“Operation did not have a current fire inspection available for licensing to view.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 14, 2023
746.3401(a) - Annual Sanitation Inspection
“Operation did not have a current health inspection for licensing to review.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 14, 2023
- Aug 8, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
- Aug 5, 2022VisitNo rules cited
Show 4 earlier visits
Jul 28, 2022Inspection2 rules cited
746.603(a)(4) - Children's Records - Immunizations
“When children files were reviewed, shot records were not complete.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 2, 2022
746.901(5) - Required Personnel Records- Training Hours
“When reviewing staff files annual training records were not complete.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 4, 2022
- Nov 30, 2021InspectionNo rules cited
- Nov 5, 2021InspectionNo rules cited
Oct 30, 2021Complaint investigation1 rule cited
746.3501(1) - Diaper Changing Steps- Prompt
“A child was not changed in a timely manner.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 30, 2021
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FAQ
Questions about First Methodist Church Children's Center
Is First Methodist Church Children's Center licensed?
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued March 7, 2011.
When was First Methodist Church Children's Center last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on August 4, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 7 visits in the last 3 years.
Has First Methodist Church Children's Center had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 6 rules across 2 of 7 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 Methodist Church Children's Center care for?
204, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does First Methodist Church Children's Center accept child care subsidies?
The state record does not list it as accepting subsidies. Ask the provider directly.
What are First Methodist Church Children's 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 First Methodist Church Children's Center cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (432) 332-4660 to ask.
What is First Methodist Church Children's Center's phone number?
(432) 332-4660.
Where is First Methodist Church Children's Center?
415 N Lee Ave, Odessa, TX 79761. The nearest other daycare we list is Bellflower Academy, 0.2 miles away.