Darla Costlow
Larue, TX 75770 · infants to school-age · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Learning Express-Station 4
- licensed capacity
- 140
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $124
- year first permitted
- 2019
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About
About Learning Express-Station 4
Learning Express-Station 4 is a licensed child care center in Athens, Texas. The state has permitted it since July 3, 2019, for up to 140 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 19 visits in the last 3 years and cited 3 rules across 3 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
- 140 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 | 140 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Learning Express-Station 4 has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Henderson 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$114
Toddler
Center$118
Home daycare$110
Preschool
Center$115
Home daycare$108
School age
Center$110
Home daycare$104
State record
Inspection reports for Learning Express-Station 4
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Full Permit
- Capacity
- 140 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Permit issued
- 2019
- License number
- #1685139
Summary
19 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit May 26, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 3 of 19 visits · 3 rules in all · 3 corrected
- Supervision and ratios 1
- Safety and hazards 1
- Staff training and qualifications 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 26, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Jul 28, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Jul 24, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Jul 24, 2025VisitNo rules cited
- Jul 22, 2025VisitNo rules cited
- Jul 10, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Jul 8, 2025VisitNo rules cited
Jun 20, 2025Complaint investigation1 rule cited
746.1203(3)(D) - Personal use of electronic devices, such as cell phones, MP3 players, tablets, and video games
“This standard was reviewed during a DFPS investigation and found deficient. There were several people that stated that a caregiver is on her phone excessively throughout the day.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 30, 2025
Jun 18, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
746.3407(12) - Mark Cleaning Supplies, Toxic Materials; Keep Separate from Food and Inaccessible to Children
“While doing a walk through, 2 classes had cleaning supplies that said keep out of reach of children under unlocked sinks and accessible to children.”
Corrected during the visit
- Apr 24, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
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- Apr 17, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Apr 15, 2025VisitNo rules cited
- Mar 19, 2025VisitNo rules cited
Mar 18, 2025Complaint investigation1 rule cited
746.901(6) - Required Personnel Records -Training Hours
“This standard was reviewed during a DFPS investigation and found deficient. The operation did not have training files that were requested.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 28, 2025
- Mar 4, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Feb 28, 2025VisitNo rules cited
- Jan 22, 2025VisitNo rules cited
- Jul 22, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Jan 30, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Jul 27, 2023Inspection3 rules cited
746.5625(a) - Electronic Child Safety Alarm - is equipped in each vehicle
“The vans at the operation did not have alarms on them. This was discussed with the operation and the owner will be installing.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 1, 2023
746.4901(a) - Active Play Surfacing In Use Zones - Loose Fill or Unitary Surfacing
“There was a spring rider on the playground that requires loose fill that did not have loose fill. This was corrected at inspection.”
Corrected during the visit
746.3805(c)(1) - Medication Records - Name of Child
“Medication records were checked for the HASA and found that the full name of the children listed was not being used.”
Corrected during the visit
- Sep 14, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
- Apr 29, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
Apr 27, 2022Complaint investigation1 rule cited
746.801(5) - Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Employees' Attendance
“This standard was reviewed in relation to the allegations and found to be deficient. The attendance record of an employee was not made available upon request.”
The state verified the correction on May 24, 2022
- Mar 17, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
Oct 4, 2021Inspection10 rules cited
746.603(a)(4) - Children's Records - Immunizations
“During inspection the HASA was completed and two records did not have current immunizations.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 5, 2021
746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
“During inspection of the toddler 2's room a large hole behind the door was observed with loose drywall and insulation was visible and exposed to the children.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 18, 2021
746.3819 - Food Allergy Emergency Plan Signed by Parents and Health Care Professional
“During inspection it was observed a food allergy posting included five children. Records were reviewed and three stated diagnosed food allergies without a doctors statement or signature.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 20, 2021
746.3505(b) - Diapering Procedures - Wash Infant's Hands
“It was observed after an infant's diaper change caregiver washed infants hands with baby wipes and not with soapy water.”
Corrected during the visit
746.3415(4) - Employee Handwashing After Diapering a Child
“It was observed that a caregiver did not wash their hands with running water after an infant diaper change.”
Corrected during the visit
746.3407(12) - Mark Cleaning Supplies, Toxic Materials; Keep Separate from Food and Inaccessible to Children
“During inspection bleach wipes were observed in the reach of children. This was corrected at inspection when caregiver removed them.”
Corrected during the visit
746.4501(b) - Chairs - Safety Straps Used if Required by Manufacturer
“It was observed two infants were not strapped into the high chair table. This was corrected at inspection when cargiver strapped infants into the table.”
Corrected during the visit
746.1315(a) - Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric first aid with rescue breathing and choking.
“During personnel records review one employee was found to not have current pediatric cpr and 1st aid.Cpr and 1st aid was for k - 12.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 22, 2021
746.1311(e) - Director Annual Training - Additional required topics
“During inspection a HASA was conducted and eight employee training records were reviewed and three were missing training on the six topics.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 27, 2021
746.3503(a) - Diaper Changing Equipment - Smooth, Non-absorbent, Easy to Clean Surface
“It was observed that diaper changing mat in infant room had mutliple tears. Packing tape was used to cover tears but came off when pad was cleaned.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 13, 2021
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FAQ
Questions about Learning Express-Station 4
Is Learning Express-Station 4 licensed?
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued July 3, 2019.
When was Learning Express-Station 4 last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on May 26, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 19 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Learning Express-Station 4 had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 3 rules across 3 of 19 visits in the last 3 years; 3 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 Learning Express-Station 4 care for?
140, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Learning Express-Station 4 accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Learning Express-Station 4'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 Learning Express-Station 4 cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (903) 904-5072 to ask.
What is Learning Express-Station 4's phone number?
(903) 904-5072.
Where is Learning Express-Station 4?
1407 W Corsicana St, Athens, TX 75751. The nearest other daycare we list is MiMi's Creative Kids, 1.4 miles away.