Caterpillar Corner
2700 College Ave, Snyder, TX
3.0· 4 reviews
Independent Preschool
- licensed capacity
- 47
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $124
- year first permitted
- 2025
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About
About Independent Preschool
Independent Preschool is a licensed child care center in Snyder, Texas. The state has permitted it since April 17, 2025, for up to 47 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM.
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 13 visits in the last 3 years and cited 12 rules across 4 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsSchool-ageAccepts child care subsidy
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
- 47 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Thursday | 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Friday | 7:00 AM to 5:30 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 | 47 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Independent Preschool has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Scurry County has a median price of $124 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$124
Home daycare$113
Toddler
Center$117
Home daycare$108
Preschool
Center$114
Home daycare$107
School age
Center$108
Home daycare$102
State record
Inspection reports for Independent Preschool
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Full Permit
- Capacity
- 47 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Permit issued
- 2025
- License number
- #1806955
Summary
13 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit May 19, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 4 of 13 visits · 12 rules in all · 12 corrected
- Supervision and ratios 4
- Safety and hazards 2
- Health, medication and illness 2
- Discipline and child guidance 1
- Food and nutrition 1
- Records and paperwork 1
- Other rules 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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- May 19, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Apr 29, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Apr 27, 2026Complaint investigation1 rule cited
746.1203(3)(D) - Personal use of electronic devices, such as cell phones, MP3 players, tablets, and video games
“It was determined through the course of the investigation that caregivers use their cell phones for personal use while supervising children in care.”
The state verified the correction on May 19, 2026
- Apr 23, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Apr 16, 2026Complaint investigation3 rules cited
746.2805(8) - Prohibited Punishments - Restrictive device for time out
“It was determined through the course of the investigation that a pre-school aged child was being restrained in a highchair in an effort to manage their behavior.”
The state verified the correction on May 19, 2026
746.1613(a)(4) - Naptime Child/Caregiver Ratio - Additional Employee Required
“It was determined through the course of the investigation that operation is not maintaining the number of staff required by minimum standards during the nap time period.”
The state verified the correction on May 19, 2026
746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
“It was determined through the course of the investigation that ratio in the infant room in not being maintained on a consistent basis.”
The state verified the correction on May 19, 2026
- Apr 14, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Apr 1, 2026Inspection6 rules cited
746.3701 - Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
“Mosquito repellent and Cortizone-10 cream was observed on a shelf under a changing table in access to children in care. This was corrected at inspection when the items were placed up out of reach of the children.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 14, 2026
746.3301(b) - Nutrition and Food Service - Follow Meal Patterns
“A half gallon of milk was observed in the entire center for a total of 35 children in attendance. Milk was not served at lunch.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 14, 2026
746.2431 - Infant Daily Report - Share with Parent
“Several daily sheets were reviewed and it was found that the sheets were found not be appropriately completed for each infant in care. furthermore, 1 infant reviewed had no report for several days.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 14, 2026
746.2407 - Infant Care Area Furnishings and Equipment -Use of Safety Straps
“8 infants were observed unbuckled in the feeding table during meal service. This was corrected at inspection when all 8 infants were buckled in bringing the operation into compliance.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 14, 2026
746.1003(1) - Director Responsibilities - Operate in Compliance
“The director was present at the time of inspection and knowingly allowed 2 caregivers to leave the operation, leaving 2 classrooms out of ratio. This was corrected when the 2 caregivers returned bringing the operation into compliance.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 14, 2026
746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
“A caregiver in the infant room was observed supervising 9 children alone when the specified age group was 12-17 months. A caregiver in the pre-k room was observed supervising 18 children alone when the specified age group was 3 year olds. This was corrected at inspection when caregivers stepped into both rooms bringing the operation into compliance.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 14, 2026
- Sep 10, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Jul 14, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Apr 9, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Show 3 earlier visits
- Feb 3, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Jan 7, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
746.613(b) - Immunization Records, Exceptions, and Exemptions Current
“Three of the six children files audited did not have a current immunization record or exemption.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 9, 2025
746.603(a)(3) - Children's Records - Health Statement
“One out of six children files audited did not have a current health statement.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 9, 2025
- Dec 3, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
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FAQ
Questions about Independent Preschool
Is Independent Preschool licensed?
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued April 17, 2025.
When was Independent Preschool last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on May 19, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 13 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Independent Preschool had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 12 rules across 4 of 13 visits in the last 3 years; 12 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 Independent Preschool care for?
47, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Independent Preschool accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Independent Preschool'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 Independent Preschool cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (325) 436-0273 to ask.
What is Independent Preschool's phone number?
(325) 436-0273.
Where is Independent Preschool?
3401 Snyder Shopping Ctr, Snyder, TX 79549.