Kayla Ratcliff
Jasper, TX 75951 · infants to toddlers · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Light the Way Child Learning Center
- licensed capacity
- 68
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $129
- year first permitted
- 2007
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About
About Light the Way Child Learning Center
Light the Way Child Learning Center is a licensed child care center in Broaddus, Texas. The state has permitted it since May 1, 2007, for up to 68 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:45 AM to 6:00 PM.
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 13 visits in the last 3 years and cited 5 rules across 4 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
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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
- 68 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 6:45 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:45 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:45 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 6:45 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 6:45 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 | 68 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Light the Way Child Learning Center has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in San Augustine County has a median price of $129 a week (U.S. Department of Labor, 2022).
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Infant
Center$129
Home daycare$117
Toddler
Center$121
Home daycare$112
Preschool
Center$118
Home daycare$110
School age
Center$112
Home daycare$105
State record
Inspection reports for Light the Way Child Learning Center
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Full Permit
- Capacity
- 68 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Permit issued
- 2007
- License number
- #864409
Summary
13 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit May 21, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 4 of 13 visits · 5 rules in all · 5 corrected
- Supervision and ratios 3
- Discipline and child guidance 1
- Records and paperwork 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 21, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Jan 30, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Jan 9, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Jan 2, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Dec 30, 2025Visit2 rules 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
“A child was left on the playground for approximately 2 minutes unsupervised.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 9, 2026
746.1205(a)(2) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know number of children responsible for
“A child was left on the playground for approximately 2 minutes due to the caregiver not knowing that the child was in her group.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 9, 2026
- Jun 16, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Mar 20, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Mar 11, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Mar 7, 2025Visit1 rule cited
746.2401(7) - Basic Requirements for Infants - Never Unsupervised
“An infant was left unsupervised on the playground for 8 minutes. The child was uninjured. The director is taking proactive measures to mitigate risk by implementing new staff trainings on active supervision and policy changes to appropriately address the situation.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 20, 2025
- Nov 13, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Show 7 earlier visits
Sep 29, 2024Complaint investigation1 rule cited
746.1201(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
“A caregiver exhibited poor judgment in her aggressive handling of an infant in care. The caregiver was terminated for her actions.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 13, 2024
- Aug 13, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Jan 26, 2024Visit1 rule cited
746.303(b) - Report Number of Employees
“The operation did not report via online provider account the number of employees who ceased working at the center during the previous calendar year by January 15th as required.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 29, 2024
- Sep 18, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
- Oct 11, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
- Oct 4, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
Nov 1, 2021Inspection1 rule cited
746.5101(b) - Annual Fire Inspection - Conducted by Fire Marshal
“The most recent fire inspection was conducted on 9/17/2020. The director will schedule a new inspection to be completed by a certified inspector by the compliance date.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 8, 2021
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FAQ
Questions about Light the Way Child Learning Center
Is Light the Way Child Learning Center licensed?
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued May 1, 2007.
When was Light the Way Child Learning Center last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on May 21, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 13 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Light the Way Child Learning Center had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 5 rules across 4 of 13 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 Light the Way Child Learning Center care for?
68, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Light the Way Child Learning Center accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Light the Way Child Learning Center's hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:45 AM to 6:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Light the Way Child Learning Center cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (936) 872-3527 to ask.
What is Light the Way Child Learning Center's phone number?
(936) 872-3527.
Where is Light the Way Child Learning Center?
302 Miller St, Broaddus, TX 75929.