Village Drive KinderCare
1711 Village Dr, College Station, TX
4.5· 15 reviews
Golden Keys Learning Center
- licensed capacity
- 59
- open each week
- 5 days
- monthly, posted tuition
- $900
- year first permitted
- 2004
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About Golden Keys Learning Center
Golden Keys Learning Center is a licensed child care center in College Station, Texas. The state has permitted it since July 16, 2004, for up to 59 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:15 AM to 5:45 PM. It describes a Play-based approach. It lists monthly tuition from $900 to $1,250.
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 5 visits in the last 3 years and cited 1 rule across 1 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsSchool-ageAccepts child care subsidyPosts tuition
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
- 59 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 7:15 AM to 5:45 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:15 AM to 5:45 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:15 AM to 5:45 PM |
| Thursday | 7:15 AM to 5:45 PM |
| Friday | 7:15 AM to 5:45 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license. It lists: 8 weeks to 5 years old |
|---|---|
| Approach | Play-based |
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Discounts | 2 or more Children $800.00/Child |
| More | Founded 2004 |
| Licensed capacity | 59 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Golden Keys Learning Center lists monthly tuition from $900 to $1,250. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Brazos County has a median price of $154 a week (U.S. Department of Labor, 2022).
| Monthly · program, in its own words | Price |
|---|---|
| Child (2 years old-up, non-potty-trained) | $950 |
| Child (potty-trained, 3-5 years old) | $900 |
| Infants (8 weeks-12 months old) | $1,250 |
| Toddler (12 months-2 years old) | $1,000 |
| Registration Fee | $100 |
4 posted prices. Rates change, so confirm before you enroll.
Infant
Center$154
Home daycare$139
Toddler
Center$145
Home daycare$134
Preschool
Center$141
Home daycare$132
School age
Center$134
Home daycare$126
State record
Inspection reports for Golden Keys Learning Center
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Full Permit
- Capacity
- 59 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Permit issued
- 2004
- License number
- #835438
Summary
5 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Dec 4, 2025: no rules cited
Rules cited on 1 of 5 visits · 1 rule in all · 1 corrected
- Staff training and qualifications 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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- Dec 4, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Aug 28, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Aug 17, 2025VisitNo rules cited
Jan 7, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
746.1311(a) - Director Annual Training 30 Hours Required
“The 30 annual training hours was not accessible for Childcare Regulation to review.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 17, 2025
- Jan 10, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- May 19, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
- Apr 14, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
Mar 30, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
“During the inspection, a person with an inactive background check was observed caring for children. This was corrected at inspection when the person left the operation.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 14, 2023
Mar 14, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
“During the inspection, a person with a pending background check was observed around the children. This was corrected at inspection when the person left the operation.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 30, 2023
Mar 8, 2023Complaint investigation1 rule cited
746.2805(8) - Prohibited Punishments - Restrictive device for time out
“Based on evidence gathered during the investigation, it was found that the operation places a child in a highchair for time out.”
The state verified the correction on May 19, 2023
Show 2 earlier visits
Feb 15, 2023Inspection3 rules cited
746.501(a)(27) - Written Operational Policies - Procedures for Health Checks
“The operational policy did not have a section explaining health checks.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 16, 2023
746.2207(a) - Screen Time Activities - Not Used for Under Two
“Children under two years old were observed in a classroom with a television playing. This was corrected at inspection when the caregiver turned the television around.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 14, 2023
746.501(a)(25) - Written Operational Policies - Breastfeeding Provisions
“The operational policy was missing a section on breastfeeding.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 16, 2023
Mar 11, 2022Inspection4 rules cited
746.605(6) - Required Admission Information - Emergency Contact
“Of the 5 children records reviewed there were 2 files missing the address of the emergency contact. Of the 5 children records reviewed there was 1 file missing the names and phone number for persons other than parent to whom the child may be released. Of the 5 children records reviewed there were 3 files missing the statement of special needs acknowlegement. Of the 5 children records reviewed there was 1 file missing the childs date of admission to the child care center.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 11, 2022
746.611(b) - Health Statement on File within 1 Week of Admission
“The health statement for one child was missing from the file, as the child was enrolled February 3. 2020.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 11, 2022
746.605(11) - Required Admission Information - Physician Information
“Of the 5 children records reviewed all 5 files were missing all or part of the required information for the Emergency Care Physician and/or the Emergency Care Facility.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 11, 2022
746.629(b) - Required documentation for Vision and Hearing Screening Requirement
“Of the 5 children records reviewed, 1 child did not have vision and hearing screening records on file.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 11, 2022
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FAQ
Questions about Golden Keys Learning Center
Is Golden Keys Learning Center licensed?
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued July 16, 2004.
When was Golden Keys Learning Center last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on December 4, 2025, with no rules cited. It lists 5 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Golden Keys Learning Center had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 1 rule across 1 of 5 visits in the last 3 years; 1 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 Golden Keys Learning Center care for?
59, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Golden Keys Learning Center accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Golden Keys Learning Center's hours?
Monday to Friday, 7:15 AM to 5:45 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Golden Keys Learning Center cost?
Monthly tuition from $900 to $1,250, as it lists it.
What is Golden Keys Learning Center's phone number?
(979) 693-9944.
Where is Golden Keys Learning Center?
246 Southwest Pkwy E, College Station, TX 77840. The nearest other daycare we list is Heaven's Hands Learning Center, 0.7 miles away.