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Harris Ross Head Start
- licensed capacity
- 120
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $202
- year first permitted
- 1986
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About
About Harris Ross Head Start
Harris Ross Head Start is a licensed child care center in Taylor, Texas. The state has permitted it since November 4, 1986, for up to 120 children, serving infants, toddlers and preschoolers.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM.
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 22 visits in the last 3 years and cited 15 rules across 9 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
Infants
Ages served: infants, toddlers and preschoolers
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers and preschoolers
- Hours today
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 120 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM |
| Thursday | 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM |
| Friday | 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Infants, toddlers and preschoolersFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Licensed capacity | 120 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Harris Ross Head Start has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Williamson County has a median price of $202 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$202
Home daycare$181
Toddler
Center$189
Home daycare$172
Preschool
Center$183
Home daycare$170
School age
Center$173
Home daycare$160
State record
Inspection reports for Harris Ross Head Start
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Full Permit
- Capacity
- 120 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers and preschoolers
- Permit issued
- 1986
- License number
- #23197- 1407
Summary
22 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Sep 10, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 9 of 22 visits · 15 rules in all · 15 corrected
- Health, medication and illness 7
- Staff training and qualifications 3
- Records and paperwork 2
- Background checks 2
- Discipline and child guidance 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 26 visits
- Sep 10, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Jul 27, 2026Visit1 rule cited
746.303(a)(4) - Report Change in Director
“The operation did not notify CCR about a change in director within five days of the change”
The state verified the correction on Jul 31, 2026
- Jul 9, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Jun 15, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Jun 11, 2026Visit1 rule cited
746.2803(4) - Discipline - Positive Methods of Discipline and Guidance
“Information obtained throughout the investigation shows that a caregiver used physical contact as a method of discipline rather than using positive guidance techniques that encourage the child's self-esteem, self-control, and self-direction.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 9, 2026
- Jun 9, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Jun 8, 2026VisitNo rules cited
- Mar 30, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Mar 27, 2026VisitNo rules cited
- Feb 4, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Show 16 earlier visits
- Feb 3, 2026VisitNo rules cited
- Dec 15, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Dec 11, 2025VisitNo rules cited
Dec 2, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
746.3809 - Medication No Longer Used
“The operation had an expired medication for a child with an allergy.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 15, 2025
Sep 29, 2025Visit1 rule cited
746.305(a)(6) - Report Situation Placing Children at Risk
“Information obtained in an investigation show that while the operation self-reported, they did not do so within the required two-day time period when they left a voicemail but did not call the statewide hot line for after-hours reporting.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 2, 2025
Sep 10, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
“An individual was present with an inactive status on their background check. This was corrected at inspection when the background check was resubmitted during inspection and the director had the person leave.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 22, 2025
Sep 6, 2025Complaint investigation1 rule cited
746.2431(3) - Infant Daily Report - Times of Diaper Changes
“Information obtained through an investigation shows that infant's parents were not receiving daily written or electronic reports.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 13, 2025
- Sep 4, 2025VisitNo rules cited
Jan 28, 2025Inspection3 rules cited
746.4003(b) - First Aid Kit - Supplies Not Expired
“The first aid kit contained expired items including antiseptic that expired on 10/2021 and 2/2024, burn cream that expired on 1/2022, and eyewash that expired on 8/2022. This was corrected at inspection when the person in charge removed the expired items and placed them in the trash.”
Corrected during the visit
746.3803(a)(1) - Medication Authorization - Signed and Dated
“One child had a medication without a parent signature and date authorizing the medication to be used. This was corrected at inspection when the parent signed and dated the medication authorization.”
Corrected during the visit
746.3809 - Medication No Longer Used
“The medication container had a medication that expired on 5/2023. It was found that the child was no longer enrolled. This was corrected at inspection when the person in charge removed the medication to send back to the parent.”
Corrected during the visit
Nov 6, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
“One careigver was present without receiving a background check eligibilty letter. This was corrected when the caregiver left the operation.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 12, 2024
- Oct 23, 2024VisitNo rules cited
Feb 26, 2024Inspection5 rules cited
746.1315(a) - Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric first aid with rescue breathing and choking.
“One caregiver did not have proof of training in pediatric first aid.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 7, 2024
746.1315(b) - Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric CPR
“One caregiver did not have proof of training in pediatric CPR.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 7, 2024
746.3819 - Food Allergy Emergency Plan Signed by Parents and Health Care Professional
“One child with a diagnosed food allergy did not have a food allergy emergency plan.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 18, 2024
746.901(10) - Required Personnel Records- signed dated statement that employee attended abuse/neglect training
“Nine out of ten staff files did not have statement signed and dated by the employee verifying the date the employee attended training during orientation that includes an overview of your policy on the prevention, recognition, and reporting of child maltreatment.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 7, 2024
746.605(16) - Required Admission Information-Completed Food Allergy Plan
“Three children with food allergy emergency plans did not have the medication listed on the plan present at the operation.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 7, 2024
- May 4, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
- Apr 25, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
Apr 4, 2023Inspection2 rules cited
746.3403 - Documentation of Annual Sanitation Inspection
“The last sanitation inspection available for review was from 10/27/21.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 14, 2023
746.1309(a) - Documented Annual Training Area - 24 Hours Required
“During inspection, the file drawer with staff records was locked and unable to be opened to verify that annual trainings were being completed.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 10, 2023
- May 4, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
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FAQ
Questions about Harris Ross Head Start
Is Harris Ross Head Start licensed?
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued November 4, 1986.
When was Harris Ross Head Start last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on September 10, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 22 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Harris Ross Head Start had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 15 rules across 9 of 22 visits in the last 3 years; 15 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 Harris Ross Head Start care for?
120, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers and preschoolers.
Does Harris Ross Head Start accept child care subsidies?
The state record does not list it as accepting subsidies. Ask the provider directly.
What are Harris Ross Head Start's hours?
Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Harris Ross Head Start cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (512) 365-1070 to ask.
What is Harris Ross Head Start's phone number?
(512) 365-1070.
Where is Harris Ross Head Start?
303 Ferguson St, Taylor, TX 76574. The nearest other daycare we list is Little Ducklings Learning Center, 0.2 miles away.