First Step Learning Center
701 Norwood Ln, Hearne, TX
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Hearne Child Development Center
- licensed capacity
- 68
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $145
- year first permitted
- 1986
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About
About Hearne Child Development Center
Hearne Child Development Center is a licensed child care center in Hearne, Texas. The state has permitted it since October 15, 1986, for up to 68 children, serving toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM. It describes its programs: early head start and head start.
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 7 visits in the last 3 years and cited 5 rules across 3 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
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Ages served: toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 68 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM |
| Thursday | 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM |
| Friday | 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Programs | Early Head Start and head start |
| Licensed capacity | 68 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Hearne Child Development Center has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time toddler care at a child care center in Robertson County has a median price of $145 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$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 Hearne Child Development Center
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Full Permit
- Capacity
- 68 children
- Ages
- Toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Permit issued
- 1986
- License number
- #193444
Summary
7 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Sep 22, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 3 of 7 visits · 5 rules in all · 5 corrected
- Records and paperwork 3
- Discipline and child guidance 1
- Building, equipment and play areas 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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- Sep 22, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Aug 27, 2026Complaint investigation2 rules cited
746.303(a)(4) - Report Change in Director
“During the DFPS investigation, it was found there was a change in director without notifying child care regulation.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 14, 2026
746.2805(1) - Prohibited Punishments - Corporal Punishment
“During a DFPS investigation, there is sufficient evidence to determine a caregiver used corporal punishment to discipline children.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 22, 2026
- May 19, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Sep 9, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
746.201(1) - Policies Comply with Rules
“The parent handbook was missing information on what inclement weather will prevent children from playing outside and information on how to view minimum standards online.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 16, 2025
746.4907(d) - Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Proper Depth Maintained
“The loose-fill was displaced in the use zones of the swings and at the exits of the slides.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 10, 2025
- Sep 30, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Jan 18, 2024Visit1 rule cited
746.303(b) - Report Number of Employees
“A review of the Employees Who Left Employment in 2023 data from January 18, 2024, revealed the center had not reported the number of employees who left employment in 2023 by January 15, 2023, as required.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 26, 2024
- Nov 13, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
Feb 10, 2023Inspection5 rules cited
746.5307(a) - Inspect Fire Extinguishers Monthly
“While reviewing fire safety it was seen that fire extinguishers had not been inspected since 12-1-2022. This was corrected at the inspection when the fire extinguishers were checked.”
Corrected during the visit
746.3407(13) - Using, Storing and Disposing of Hazardous Materials
“While walking the outdoor play area there was an unlocked shed with a bottle of wasp spray sitting on a table. This was corrected at the inspection when a lock was placed on the door.”
Corrected during the visit
746.5319 - Smoke Detectors Testing
“While reviewing fire safety it was found that smoke detectors had not been tested since 12-1-2022. This was corrected at the inspection when the smoke detector was tested.”
Corrected during the visit
746.4003(a) - First Aid Kit - Incomplete Kit
“While reviewing the first aid kit there was a thermometer and tweezers missing from the kit. This was corrected at the inspection when a thermometer and tweezers was added to the first aid kit.”
Corrected during the visit
746.5537(a) - Electric or Battery-Operated Carbon Monoxide Detectors-Inspection of CO System
“While doing a walk through it was found the carbon monoxide system had not been tested since 12/1/2022. This was corrected at inspection when the carbon monoxide was tested.”
Corrected during the visit
- Feb 25, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
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FAQ
Questions about Hearne Child Development Center
Is Hearne Child Development Center licensed?
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued October 15, 1986.
When was Hearne Child Development Center last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on September 22, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 7 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Hearne Child Development Center had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 5 rules across 3 of 7 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 Hearne Child Development Center care for?
68, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Hearne Child Development Center accept child care subsidies?
The state record does not list it as accepting subsidies. Ask the provider directly.
What are Hearne Child Development Center's hours?
Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Hearne Child Development Center cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (979) 814-3711 to ask.
What is Hearne Child Development Center's phone number?
(979) 814-3711.
Where is Hearne Child Development Center?
710 S Magnolia St, Hearne, TX 77859. The nearest other daycare we list is First Step Learning Center, 0.7 miles away.