Alliance After School Care at Buffalo Gap
665 Vine, Buffalo Gap, TX
Lil School House Cottage
- licensed capacity
- 61
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $124
- year first permitted
- 2021
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About
About Lil School House Cottage
Lil School House Cottage is a licensed child care center in Buffalo Gap, Texas. The state has permitted it since January 25, 2021, for up to 61 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:45 AM to 5:30 PM.
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 11 visits in the last 3 years and cited 2 rules across 1 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
- 6:45 AM to 5:30 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 61 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 6:45 AM to 5:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:45 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:45 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Thursday | 6:45 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Friday | 6:45 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Licensed capacity | 61 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Lil School House Cottage has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Taylor 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 Lil School House Cottage
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Full Permit
- Capacity
- 61 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Permit issued
- 2021
- License number
- #1708847
Summary
11 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Aug 6, 2026: 2 rules cited
Rules cited on 1 of 11 visits · 2 rules in all · 2 corrected
- Staff training and qualifications 1
- Building, equipment and play areas 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 6, 2026Inspection2 rules cited
746.1315(b) - Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric CPR
“A caregiver had an expired CPR training which expired July 2026.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 26, 2026
746.4751(b) - Maintenance Procedures for Active Play - Monthly Maintenance Checklist
“The operation does not have a safety checklist for active play space areas.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 13, 2026
- Sep 30, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Dec 10, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Jun 12, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- May 15, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Apr 16, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Mar 28, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Feb 21, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Jan 4, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Dec 19, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
Show 25 earlier visits
- Nov 30, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
- Oct 25, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
- Sep 11, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
Aug 28, 2023Inspection1 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
“Upon entry, a caregiver was observed down the hall and out of their classroom where 6 children ages 18mo-20mo were left unsupervised. This was corrected at inspection when the caregiver entered the classroom with the children.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 11, 2023
- Jul 19, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
Jun 20, 2023Inspection5 rules cited
746.3415(4) - Employee Handwashing After Diapering a Child
“A caregiver in the infant room did not wash hands after diapering a child and did not sanitize the diaper changing table. Furthermore, the caregiver did not was the infant's hands after diapering. Thsi was corrected at inspection when the caregiver washed their hands, washed the infants hands and sanitized the changing table.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 19, 2023
746.4135(b) - Children's Products- Annual Certification
“The CPSC form had not been certified since July of 2020. This was corrected at the inspection when the form was certified.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 20, 2023
746.2209 - Posting of Activity Plan
“2 classrooms did not have activity plans posted for reivew.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 26, 2023
746.3701 - Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
“3 outlets were observed to not have protective covers. The outdoor area had a green electrical cord in reach of children in care. The toddler room had diaper cream that stated "keep out of reach in children" accessible to children in care on top of the toilet. This was corrected at inspection when plug covers were placed on the outlets. The electrical cord was removed from the outdoor area and the diaper cream was placed out of reach of children.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 19, 2023
746.3407(5) - Sanitize Potty-Chairs
“Potty chairs used in the two year old room had dried urine around the rim. Furthermore, the small urinal contained urine. This was corrected at inspection when the potty chairs were sanitized and the urinal was emptied.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 19, 2023
- May 23, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
May 9, 2023Inspection5 rules cited
746.2407 - Infant Care Area Furnishings and Equipment -Use of Safety Straps
“2 toddlers were observed not buckled into the toddler table seats during snack time. This was corrected at inspection when the children were buckled in.”
The state verified the correction on May 23, 2023
746.2415(b) - AP Cribs - Only Snug Fitting Sheet and Crib Mattress Cover Allowed if Infant Younger than 12 Months of Age
“There was a 9 month old infant sleeping in the crib with a blanket covering their face. This was corrected at inspection when the blanket was removed from the crib.”
The state verified the correction on May 23, 2023
746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
“The infant room had 7 infants with one caregiver. The ages of the infants: 6 months, 7 months, 7 months, 9 months, 9 months, 12 months, 13 months.”
The state verified the correction on May 23, 2023
746.1205(a)(2) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know number of children responsible for
“A caregiver in the 18 month to 3 yr old napping room with combined ages groups was unware of how many children they were responsible for. The caregiver stated they had 8 children in their group. However, there were 7 children in the group the caregiver was responsible for. There were 14 children total in the napping room. There were 2 caregivers in the room.”
The state verified the correction on May 23, 2023
746.1203(3)(D) - Personal use of electronic devices, such as cell phones, MP3 players, tablets, and video games
“A caregiver in the toddler room and a caregiver in the infant room were observed using their phones for personal use while supervising children.”
The state verified the correction on May 23, 2023
- Apr 5, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
Mar 29, 2023Complaint investigation3 rules cited
746.3707(b) - Firearms, Hunting Knives, Bows and Arrows, Weapons Prohibited Unless Residence
“It was determined through the course of the investigation that a caregiver entered the operation with a firearm on their person and did not immediately remove it from the operation.”
The state verified the correction on May 9, 2023
746.2805(1) - Prohibited Punishments - Corporal Punishment
“During the course of the investigation it was determined that a caregiver threatened corporal punishment with a belt towards children in care.”
The state verified the correction on May 9, 2023
746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
“The infant room was out of ratio with 2 caregivers and 11 infants with a specified age group of 11 months. This was corrected at inspection when an infant's parent arrived to pick up an infant.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 5, 2023
Mar 29, 2023Inspection3 rules cited
746.3707(b) - Firearms, Hunting Knives, Bows and Arrows, Weapons Prohibited Unless Residence
“It was determined through the course of the investigation that a caregiver entered the operation with a firearm on their person and did not immediately remove it from the operation.”
The state verified the correction on May 9, 2023
746.2805(1) - Prohibited Punishments - Corporal Punishment
“During the course of the investigation it was determined that a caregiver threatened corporal punishment with a belt towards children in care.”
The state verified the correction on May 9, 2023
746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
“The infant room was out of ratio with 2 caregivers and 11 infants with a specified age group of 11 months. This was corrected at inspection when an infant's parent arrived to pick up an infant.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 5, 2023
- Mar 15, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
Mar 14, 2023Complaint investigation2 rules cited
746.1605(1) - Child/Caregiver Ratio - 18 Months Difference in Age
“It was determined while viewing video footage that a school age child was allowed to enter the infant room and play on the floor along with the infants.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 5, 2023
746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
“It was determined while reviewing video footage that a caregiver exited the classroom leaving one caregiver alone for approximately 14 minutes to supervise 6 infants.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 5, 2023
- Mar 7, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
Feb 23, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
“During naptime a classsroom was observed out of ratio when a caregiver left the room. The room required 3 caregivers during naptime. The ages in the room were 12 months - 24 months. There were 23 children in the room. This was corrected inspection when another caregiver entered the room.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 7, 2023
- Nov 15, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
- Oct 25, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
- Oct 19, 2022VisitNo rules cited
- Aug 31, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
- Jul 1, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
Jun 21, 2022Inspection2 rules cited
746.2428 - No Swaddling of Infant Unless Completed Sleep Exception Form on File
“A five month old was swaddled and sleeping in the playyard. Photo taken.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 1, 2022
746.3701 - Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
“The older aged playground was observed to have multiple hazards. There was a water hose strung out across the playground. Other hazards observed were trash bags full of leaves, miracle grow fertilizer, a large metal screw and a broken piece of wood. Photos taken.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 1, 2022
- Apr 8, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
Mar 29, 2022Inspection6 rules cited
746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
“Trash cans without lids were observed to have soiled diapers. Diaper changing pads were observed to be torn which reduces ability to properly sanitize them.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 8, 2022
746.3317(6) - Food Service and Preparation Requirement - Use Sanitary Holders
“Infants were observed to be eating on the front porch and picking up snacks off of the front porch that was soiled with dirty. The front porch also was not a safe area for them to be eating as they could easily fall through the slats of the porch.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 8, 2022
746.1311(a) - Director Annual Training 30 Hours Required
“The center director has not maintained the required 30 annual training hours.”
The state verified the correction on May 26, 2022
746.3407(11) - Sanitize Tables Tops, Furniture and Similar Equipment
“The play pens where infants sleep were observed to be soiled with dirt and pebbles from outside.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 8, 2022
746.2411(2)(A) - Safety Requirements for Play Yards - Snug Fitting, Firm, Flat Mattress Designed for Use in Play Yard and No Extra Pads
“A play yard in the infant room had an extra mattress pad to make it more cushioned. This was removed at inspection.”
Corrected during the visit
746.3317(7) - Food Service and Preparation Requirement - No Foods That Present Choking Risk
“Infants aged 10 to 16 months old were observed to be eating pretzels for snack. These were removed at inspection.”
Corrected during the visit
- Nov 10, 2021InspectionNo rules cited
Nov 1, 2021Inspection3 rules cited
746.1605 - Child/Caregiver Ratio - 18 Months Difference in Age
“I observed a 12 month child on the play yard with a 32 month old child. This was corrected when the one class went inside.”
Corrected during the visit
746.5205(1) - Fire Drill Monthly - Exit in 3 Minutes
“The last documented fire drill was 9-13-21. A fire drill was conducted during this inspection.”
Corrected during the visit
746.1203(4) - Responsibilities of Caregivers- Supervision of Children
“4 caregivers were sitting in chairs on the play yard. 2 children were observed sitting at a picnic table putting rocks in their mouth, and this was not observed by the caregivers until the inspector brought it to their attention”
The state verified the correction on Nov 10, 2021
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FAQ
Questions about Lil School House Cottage
Is Lil School House Cottage licensed?
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued January 25, 2021.
When was Lil School House Cottage last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on August 6, 2026, with 2 rules cited. It lists 11 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Lil School House Cottage had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 2 rules across 1 of 11 visits in the last 3 years; 2 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 Lil School House Cottage care for?
61, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Lil School House Cottage accept child care subsidies?
The state record does not list it as accepting subsidies. Ask the provider directly.
What are Lil School House Cottage's hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:45 AM to 5:30 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Lil School House Cottage cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (325) 572-3500 to ask.
What is Lil School House Cottage's phone number?
(325) 572-3500.
Where is Lil School House Cottage?
618 West St, Buffalo Gap, TX 79508. The nearest other daycare we list is Alliance After School Care at Buffalo Gap, 0.1 miles away.