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Great Beginnings Pre-School & Childcare

2801 U S Highway 190 W, Livingston, TX 773513.7· 15 reviews
licensed capacity
414
open each week
5 days
a week, county median
$129
year first permitted
2003
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About Great Beginnings Pre-School & Childcare

Great Beginnings Pre-School & Childcare is a licensed child care center in Livingston, Texas. The state has permitted it since April 23, 2003, for up to 414 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 and Play-based approach, with after-school care, infant care, preschool and summer camp. It says it provides meals.

Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 17 visits in the last 3 years and cited 5 rules across 4 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

InfantsBefore- and after-schoolSummer campFaith-basedMeals providedAccepts child care subsidy

Ages served: infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children

From the state license. Ages it lists: 6 weeks to 5 years (child care/preschool); after-school and summer care for children 5 to 11 years
Ask when you call: rates, current openings, staff-to-child ratio and teacher qualifications.
Type
Child care center
Ages
Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
Hours today
7:00 AM to 5:30 PM
Licensed capacity
414 children

Hours

Hours

MondayToday7:00 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
SundayNot listed
From the state licenseHours it lists: “Monday - Friday 7:00 am - 5:30 pm”

Programs

Programs and care

AgesInfants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license. It lists: 6 weeks to 5 years (child care/preschool); after-school and summer care for children 5 to 11 years
ProgramsAfter-school care, infant care, preschool, summer camp and toddler care
ApproachFaith-based (ministry of First United Methodist Church in Livingston, Texas), Play-based
CurriculumA Beka Program (for children ages 3 to 5)
Daily lifeMeals provided; Snacks provided
Child care subsidyAccepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license
Licensed capacity414 childrenFrom the state license
A daycare without an item may still offer it; ask.

Cost

Tuition and costs

Great Beginnings Pre-School & Childcare has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Polk County has a median price of $129 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.
Polk County medians, full time, per week

Infant

Center$129
Home daycare$117

Toddler

Center$121
Home daycare$112

Preschool

Center$118
Home daycare$110

School age

Center$112
Home daycare$105

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 Great Beginnings Pre-School & Childcare

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
Full Permit
Capacity
414 children
Ages
Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
Permit issued
2003
License number
#822281
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Summary

17 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Aug 24, 2026: no rules cited

Rules cited on 5 of 17 visits · 5 rules in all · 5 corrected

  • Records and paperwork 3
  • Discipline and child guidance 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.

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See all 27 visits
  1. Aug 24, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  2. Aug 21, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  3. Aug 21, 2026VisitNo rules cited
  4. Aug 20, 2026Complaint investigation1 rule cited
    • Records and paperworkMedium risk

      746.307(c) - Parental Notification of Less Serious Injuries

      “Based on the preponderance of evidence, the operation was determined to be out of compliance, as parental notification of a less serious injury was not provided on the same day the injury occurred.”

      The state verified the correction on Sep 10, 2026

  5. Mar 20, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  6. Mar 18, 2026VisitNo rules cited
  7. Nov 19, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  8. Sep 22, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  9. Feb 21, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  10. Jan 24, 2025Visit1 rule cited
    • Records and paperworkMedium Low risk

      746.303(b) - Report Number of Employees

      “A Review of the Employees Who Left Employment in 2024 data from January 22, 2025, revealed that the center had not reported the number of employees who left employment in 2024 by January 15, 2025, as required.”

      The state verified the correction on Jan 27, 2025

Show 17 earlier visits
  1. Nov 22, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  2. Nov 20, 2024VisitNo rules cited
  3. Oct 10, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  4. Sep 30, 2024Complaint investigation1 rule cited
    • Discipline and child guidanceHigh risk

      746.1201(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control

      “A caregiver exhibited poor judgment by allowing a recently injured child to participate in an unsafe morning activity at the facility, unintentionally resulting in further accidental injury to the child.”

      The state verified the correction on Feb 21, 2025

  5. Sep 30, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
    • Discipline and child guidanceHigh risk

      746.1201(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control

      “A caregiver exhibited poor judgment by allowing a recently injured child to participate in an unsafe morning activity at the facility, unintentionally resulting in further accidental injury to the child.”

      The state verified the correction on Feb 21, 2025

  6. Dec 12, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
  7. Nov 13, 2023Complaint investigation2 rules cited
    • Records and paperworkMedium risk

      746.307(c) - Parental Notification of Less Serious Injuries

      “A parent was not informed of his child's minor injury at pick-up.”

      The state verified the correction on Dec 12, 2023

    • Supervision and ratiosHigh risk

      746.1205(a)(5) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Intervene to ensure each child's safety

      “A caregiver did not intervene appropriately to prevent an infant from falling off an 18-inch platform on the playground and suffering a minor head injury (e.g., half-dollar sized circular bruise on forehead). The caregiver was terminated as a result of the accident.”

      The state verified the correction on Dec 12, 2023

  8. Oct 17, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
  9. Nov 29, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
  10. Oct 11, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
  11. Aug 4, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
  12. Jul 27, 2022Inspection1 rule cited
    • Health, medication and illnessMedium High risk

      746.305(a)(4) - Report Outbreak of Communicable Illness

      “It was found during the inspection that a child tested positive for COVID and it was not reported to Licensing or to all parents and staff if the operation.”

      The state verified the correction on Aug 4, 2022

  13. Jul 26, 2022Complaint investigation2 rules cited
    • Other rulesHigh risk

      746.1003(1) - Director Responsibilities - Operate in Compliance

      “The Director is not ensuring that the operation is in compliance with ratios and making sure that employees are trained and knowledgeable with reporting procedures to Licensing and parents.”

      The state verified the correction on Aug 4, 2022

    • Supervision and ratiosMedium High risk

      746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children

      “It was found during the review of the children's sign in and out sheets and the employee time cards that the operation has operated many days in the toddler two room during the mornings and afternoons out of ratio.”

      The state verified the correction on Aug 4, 2022

  14. May 2, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
  15. Apr 25, 2022VisitNo rules cited
  16. Feb 23, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
  17. Jan 11, 2022Inspection1 rule cited
    • Safety and hazardsMedium High risk

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

      “The most recent fire inspection was conducted on 11/30/2020. The director scheduled a new inspection to be conducted by a certified inspector by the compliance date.”

      The state verified the correction on Jan 13, 2022

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 Great Beginnings Pre-School & Childcare

Is Great Beginnings Pre-School & Childcare licensed?

Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued April 23, 2003.

When was Great Beginnings Pre-School & Childcare last inspected?

Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on August 24, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 17 visits in the last 3 years.

Has Great Beginnings Pre-School & Childcare had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 5 rules across 5 of 17 visits in the last 3 years; 5 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 Great Beginnings Pre-School & Childcare care for?

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

Does Great Beginnings Pre-School & Childcare accept child care subsidies?

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

What are Great Beginnings Pre-School & Childcare'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 Great Beginnings Pre-School & Childcare cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (936) 967-5626 to ask.

What is Great Beginnings Pre-School & Childcare's phone number?

(936) 967-5626.

Where is Great Beginnings Pre-School & Childcare?

2801 U S Highway 190 W, Livingston, TX 77351. The nearest other daycare we list is Abundantly Blessed Childcare, 0.9 miles away.

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