Our Dreams
9901 Pantherway, Waco, TX
2.8· 13 reviews
Ivy Kids of Waco
- licensed capacity
- 227
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $134
- year first permitted
- 2024
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About
About Ivy Kids of Waco
Ivy Kids of Waco is a licensed child care center in Waco, Texas. The state has permitted it since December 4, 2024, for up to 227 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM.
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 20 visits in the last 3 years and cited 6 rules across 5 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsSchool-ageOpens 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
- 227 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Thursday | 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Friday | 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Licensed capacity | 227 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Ivy Kids of Waco 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 Ivy Kids of Waco
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Full Permit
- Capacity
- 227 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Permit issued
- 2024
- License number
- #1795776
Summary
20 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Aug 25, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 5 of 20 visits · 6 rules in all · 6 corrected
- Health, medication and illness 2
- Supervision and ratios 2
- Discipline and child guidance 1
- Background checks 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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- Aug 25, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Aug 12, 2026Inspection2 rules cited
746.3503(a) - Diaper Changing Equipment - Smooth, Non-absorbent, Easy to Clean Surface
“A diaper changing mat was observed to be ripped and torn, preventing the surface form being properly cleaned and sanitized between diaper changes. The damaged mat was removed during inspection and replaced with a new mat.”
Corrected during the visit
746.1205(a)(2) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know number of children responsible for
“One caregiver responsible for toddler aged children stated that they had 19 children present in the classroom. There were 20 children present and counted during inspection.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 20, 2026
- Aug 10, 2026VisitNo rules cited
- Jun 3, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- May 26, 2026VisitNo rules cited
Dec 10, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
746.4003(a) - First Aid Kit - Incomplete Kit
“There was not a complete first aid kit available for review during the inspection.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 16, 2025
- Aug 5, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Jun 6, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Jun 5, 2025VisitNo rules cited
- May 30, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Show 10 earlier visits
May 29, 2025Complaint investigation1 rule cited
746.1201(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
“There was sufficient evidence found during the investigation to show that good judgement was not used when a caregiver was allowed to work when they were ill and with fever.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 5, 2025
May 12, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
“One staff member did not have an eligible background check during the inspection. The staff member was asked to leave the operation.”
The state verified the correction on May 13, 2025
- Apr 11, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Apr 4, 2025VisitNo rules cited
- Nov 26, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Oct 23, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Oct 22, 2024Visit1 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
“It was observed by video camera recording that a child was left alone without supervision in a classroom for less than 5 minutes.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 26, 2024
- Sep 25, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Jul 26, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Jun 11, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
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FAQ
Questions about Ivy Kids of Waco
Is Ivy Kids of Waco licensed?
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued December 4, 2024.
When was Ivy Kids of Waco last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on August 25, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 20 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Ivy Kids of Waco had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 6 rules across 5 of 20 visits in the last 3 years; 6 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 Ivy Kids of Waco care for?
227, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Ivy Kids of Waco accept child care subsidies?
The state record does not list it as accepting subsidies. Ask the provider directly.
What are Ivy Kids of Waco's hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Ivy Kids of Waco cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (254) 679-7775 to ask.
What is Ivy Kids of Waco's phone number?
(254) 679-7775.
Where is Ivy Kids of Waco?
9201 Chapel Rd, Waco, TX 76712. The nearest other daycare we list is Our Dreams, 0.7 miles away.