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Waco, TX 76706 · infants to preschool · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
HTCL/Kidz Learning Center
- licensed capacity
- 193
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $134
- year first permitted
- 2008
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About
About HTCL/Kidz Learning Center
HTCL/Kidz Learning Center is a licensed child care center in Robinson, Texas. The state has permitted it since December 17, 2008, for up to 193 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM.
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 28 visits in the last 3 years and cited 22 rules across 12 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsSchool-ageAccepts child care subsidyOpens before 7 AM
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
- 193 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 193 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
HTCL/Kidz Learning Center has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in McLennan County has a median price of $134 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$134
Home daycare$122
Toddler
Center$127
Home daycare$117
Preschool
Center$124
Home daycare$116
School age
Center$117
Home daycare$110
State record
Inspection reports for HTCL/Kidz Learning Center
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Full Permit
- Capacity
- 193 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Permit issued
- 2008
- License number
- #899649
Summary
28 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Sep 28, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 13 of 28 visits · 22 rules in all · 22 corrected
- Discipline and child guidance 5
- Staff training and qualifications 5
- Safety and hazards 4
- Building, equipment and play areas 4
- Safe sleep 1
- Health, medication and illness 1
- Records and paperwork 1
- Food and nutrition 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 28, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Aug 21, 2026VisitNo rules cited
- Aug 21, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Jul 13, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Jun 29, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
746.2415(b) - AP Cribs - Only Snug Fitting Sheet and Crib Mattress Cover Allowed if Infant Younger than 12 Months of Age
“One infant was observed sleeping in a crib with a blanket and a soft toy. The items were removed during the inspection.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 13, 2026
- Jun 25, 2026VisitNo rules cited
- Jun 15, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Jun 11, 2026Complaint investigation1 rule cited
746.2805(5) - Prohibited Punishments - Humiliating, Rejecting, Yelling
“There was sufficient evidence found during the investigation to show that prohibited punishment was used when caregivers yelled at children.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 13, 2026
May 4, 2026Inspection2 rules cited
746.5205(1) - Fire Drill Monthly - Exit in 3 Minutes
“There was no documentation of the last fire drill available for review. The provider will conduct a fire drill during the fire inspection 5/4/26.”
The state verified the correction on May 5, 2026
746.5101(a) - Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
“The last fire inspection was observed to have been completed in February 2025. A fire inspection was scheduled during the inspection.”
The state verified the correction on May 5, 2026
- Apr 2, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
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Mar 31, 2026Complaint investigation4 rules cited
746.3407(8) - Garbage Inaccessible to Children; Maintained in Sanitary Manner
“There was a garbage can in one classroom observed uncovered. There was food garbage observed inside and a lid was placed on the garbage can during the inspection.”
Corrected during the visit
746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
“There was sufficient evidence found during the investigation to show that the operation was not maintaining a clean environment.”
The state verified the correction on May 4, 2026
746.2805(3) - Prohibited Punishments - Grabbing and Pulling
“There was sufficient evidence found during the investigation to show that prohibited punishment was used when staff pulled or grabbed children aggressively.”
The state verified the correction on May 4, 2026
746.2805(5) - Prohibited Punishments - Humiliating, Rejecting, Yelling
“The was sufficient evidence found during the investigation to show that prohibited punishment was used when staff members yelled at children.”
The state verified the correction on May 4, 2026
Nov 17, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
746.2209 - Posting of Activity Plan
“There were no activity plans posted in the operation.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 24, 2025
746.1107(2) - Additional Minimum Qualifications for Caregivers - HS Diploma, Equivalent, Certification of Completion
“4 out of the 8 staff files reviewed did not have a high school diploma or education verification in their file.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 24, 2025
Aug 5, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
746.1301(a)(7)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Transportation training
“One of the four caregivers who were transporting had current transportation training.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 8, 2025
- Aug 1, 2025VisitNo rules cited
- Dec 17, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Sep 27, 2024Complaint investigation3 rules cited
746.701(5) - Licensing Incident/Illness Report Form - Situations Placing Children at Risk
“Operation did not inform Child Care Regulation that the water had been turned off and that they were still operating with children.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 7, 2024
746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
“There was no water at the operation all morning until around 12:00, noon.”
Corrected during the visit
746.307(b)(5) - Parental Communication - Program Unsafe
“Three of the four collateral parents that were contacted stated that when they dropped off their children that morning, they were not informed that the water was off.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 7, 2024
Sep 27, 2024Inspection3 rules cited
746.701(5) - Licensing Incident/Illness Report Form - Situations Placing Children at Risk
“Operation did not inform Child Care Regulation that the water had been turned off and that they were still operating with children.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 7, 2024
746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
“There was no water at the operation all morning until around 12:00, noon.”
Corrected during the visit
746.307(b)(5) - Parental Communication - Program Unsafe
“Three of the four collateral parents that were contacted stated that when they dropped off their children that morning, they were not informed that the water was off.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 7, 2024
- Sep 20, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Sep 17, 2024Visit1 rule cited
746.2805(1) - Prohibited Punishments - Corporal Punishment
“A caregiver admitted to threatening to put a child in the closet if the child did not lay down and close their eyes during nap time.”
Corrected during the visit
- Jul 19, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Jul 17, 2024VisitNo rules cited
- Jul 12, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Jul 9, 2024Complaint investigation3 rules cited
746.3407(12) - Mark Cleaning Supplies, Toxic Materials; Keep Separate from Food and Inaccessible to Children
“Cabinet with cleaning supplies was accessible to one yr olds. Cleaning supplies were immediatly moved to high shelf.”
Corrected during the visit
746.3407(8) - Garbage Inaccessible to Children; Maintained in Sanitary Manner
“Open trash cans in multiple classrooms with young toddlers present.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 24, 2024
746.2421(b) - Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days
“Infant feeding schedules were not current. Some were dated in May.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 19, 2024
Jun 6, 2024Inspection3 rules cited
746.1315(a) - Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric first aid with rescue breathing and choking.
“At least 3 caregivers did not have first aid/CPR. One caregiver completed the CPR online.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 18, 2024
746.1301(a)(5)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - 24 Annual training
“Observed at least 3 caregivers without any annual training. I spoke to the director about the importance of training.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 18, 2024
746.1301(a)(7)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Transportation training
“At least one person who has transported did not have transportation training.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 18, 2024
Jun 6, 2024Complaint investigation3 rules cited
746.1315(a) - Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric first aid with rescue breathing and choking.
“At least 3 caregivers did not have first aid/CPR. One caregiver completed the CPR online.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 18, 2024
746.1301(a)(5)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - 24 Annual training
“Observed at least 3 caregivers without any annual training. I spoke to the director about the importance of training.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 18, 2024
746.1301(a)(7)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Transportation training
“At least one person who has transported did not have transportation training.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 18, 2024
- Mar 6, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Feb 29, 2024VisitNo rules cited
Jan 17, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
746.3701 - Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
“Three classrooms were observed to have cleaners at a children's level and was easily accessible to children. Director immediately moved cleaners higher out of reach of children.”
Corrected during the visit
- Oct 25, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
- Oct 2, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
Sep 28, 2023Visit1 rule cited
746.1205(a)(4) - Supervision ensures each child’s safety, well-being, including physical proximity and auditory or visual awareness of each child’s on going activity
“Two children exited the operation unsupervised and were unsupervised for a few minutes.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 25, 2023
- Sep 7, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
Jul 27, 2023Complaint investigation1 rule cited
746.1201(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
“During an investigation, it was determined a caregiver did not demonstrate good judgment when she allowed a child, who had been pushed by another child, to hit that child back.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 7, 2023
- Apr 25, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
Apr 13, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
“There were two classrooms out of ratio. Both had a specified age of 3 years and had 17 children with one caregiver. This was corrected when more caregivers arrived and children were split into smaller groups.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 25, 2023
- Mar 20, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
Mar 16, 2023Complaint investigation1 rule cited
746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
“During an investigation, it was determined classrooms are regularly out of ratio for 30 minutes in the morning.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 25, 2023
- Feb 22, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
- Jul 18, 2022VisitNo rules cited
Apr 28, 2022Inspection14 rules cited
746.1311(a) - Director Annual Training 30 Hours Required
“The director did not have the required 30 hours of annual training available for review at the time of inspection.”
The state verified the correction on May 10, 2022
746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
“There were several broken toys on the playground. There a broken shelf in a classroom that was being used”
The state verified the correction on Apr 29, 2022
746.1315(a) - Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric first aid with rescue breathing and choking.
“Three out of ten caregivers did not have CPR and First Aid training available for review at the time of inspection.”
The state verified the correction on May 4, 2022
746.901(6)(B) - Required Personnel Records-signed dated statement that employee received child care center's personnel policies
“Five out of ten employee did not have a signed statement that they received the personnel policies.”
The state verified the correction on May 9, 2022
746.5625(a) - Electronic Child Safety Alarm - is equipped in each vehicle
“The operation purchased a van to transport children in 2019. The van does not have an electronic child safety alarm. This was corrected at inspection when the operation stated they will not transport children in that van until an alarm is installed.”
Corrected during the visit
746.4135(b) - Children's Products- Annual Certification
“Operation did not have a children's product certification completed within the last year available for review at the time of inspection.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 29, 2022
746.3819 - Food Allergy Emergency Plan Signed by Parents and Health Care Professional
“The food allergy plan does not explain possible symptoms if the child has an allergic reaction.”
The state verified the correction on May 9, 2022
746.2421(b) - Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days
“Infant feed instructions were not updated for five infants.”
The state verified the correction on May 3, 2022
746.901(6)(A) - Required Personnel Records-signed dated statement that employee received child care center's operational policies
“Five out of ten employee did not have a signed statement that they received the operational policies.”
The state verified the correction on May 9, 2022
746.1305(a)(1) - Pre-service Training- Developmental Stages
“Five caregivers did not have Pre-Service training available for review at the time of inspection.”
The state verified the correction on May 9, 2022
746.1316(a) - Transportation Safety Training -Director and Employee Complete 2 Hours Annually
“The director did not have current transportation training available for review at the time of the inspection.”
The state verified the correction on May 3, 2022
746.3407(8) - Garbage Inaccessible to Children; Maintained in Sanitary Manner
“There were two garbage cans with no lids that had used diapers in the garbage can that was accessible to children in care. This was corrected at inspection when the caregiver removed the diaper.”
Corrected during the visit
746.1309(a) - Documented Annual Training Area - 24 Hours Required
“Out of ten staff files reviewed, ten staff did not have 24 hours of required training available for review at the time of inspection.”
The state verified the correction on May 12, 2022
746.5617(b) - Driver Has Current Driver's License
“Two drivers did not have a current driver's license available for review at the time of inspection.”
The state verified the correction on May 4, 2022
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FAQ
Questions about HTCL/Kidz Learning Center
Is HTCL/Kidz Learning Center licensed?
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued December 17, 2008.
When was HTCL/Kidz Learning Center last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on September 28, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 28 visits in the last 3 years.
Has HTCL/Kidz Learning Center had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 22 rules across 13 of 28 visits in the last 3 years; 22 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 HTCL/Kidz Learning Center care for?
193, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does HTCL/Kidz Learning Center accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are HTCL/Kidz Learning Center's hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does HTCL/Kidz Learning Center cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (254) 235-7580 to ask.
What is HTCL/Kidz Learning Center's phone number?
(254) 235-7580.
Where is HTCL/Kidz Learning Center?
1208 N Robinson Dr, Robinson, TX 76706. The nearest other daycare we list is Little Rockets, 1.1 miles away.