Growing Smart Learning Center
1110 S Austin St, Sherman, TX
3.8· 16 reviews
Marilyn Ponder
- licensed capacity
- 11
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $125
- year first permitted
- 2019
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About
About Marilyn Ponder
Marilyn Ponder is a home daycare in Sherman, Texas. It is registered with the state (since July 16, 2019), for up to 11 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM. As a home daycare, the provider shares the address with families when you call.
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 7 visits in the last 3 years and cited 2 rules across 1 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
6 wk
6 mo
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12 yr
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- Type
- Home daycare
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 11 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Thursday | 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Friday | 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Setting | Family child care homeFrom the state license |
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 11 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Marilyn Ponder has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a home daycare in Grayson County has a median price of $125 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$138
Home daycare$125
Toddler
Center$130
Home daycare$120
Preschool
Center$127
Home daycare$118
School age
Center$120
Home daycare$113
State record
Inspection reports for Marilyn Ponder
License
- Status
- Registered with the state and operating
- License type
- Registered
- Capacity
- 11 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Permit issued
- 2019
- License number
- #1684355
Summary
7 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Aug 31, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 1 of 7 visits · 2 rules in all · 2 corrected
- Building, equipment and play areas 2
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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See all 11 visits
- Aug 31, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Apr 13, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Sep 16, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Mar 18, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Mar 17, 2025VisitNo rules cited
- Dec 31, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Sep 30, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
747.4605(b) - Measurement of Use Zone for Slides- Six Feet High or Less
“The use zone in front of the outdoor slide measuring less than six feet high, is less four feet from the fence in front of the exit of the slide.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 31, 2024
747.4607(a) - Measurement of Use Zone for Swings - in Front and Rear
“The distance from the swing beam to the surface below measures 6'10.5" and the distance between the swings to the rear fence measures 10'.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 9, 2024
- Oct 19, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
- Jun 7, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
- Nov 7, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
Show 1 earlier visit
Nov 8, 2021Inspection5 rules cited
747.603(a)(2) - Children's Records - Admission Information
“At the time of inspection 3 children did not have their admissions information documentation available for review.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 19, 2021
746.615(a) - Exemptions for Immunization Requirements Must Meet Criteria Specified by DSHS
“At the time of inspection 2 children were marked for exemption from immunizations, but did not have the required exemption affidavit on file for review.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 3, 2022
747.3703(a) - Animals at Center - Documentation of Vaccinations
“At the time of inspection the vaccination records for the cats and dogs present in the home was not available for review.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 9, 2021
747.613(b) - Required Immunizations Records, Exceptions, and Exemptions Current
“At the time of inspection 2 children did not have their immunization record on file for review.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 19, 2022
747.801(7) - Records Maintained and Made Available - Safety Drills Documentation
“The last documented safety drills; fire/lockdown/severe weather, were last conducted on 7/16/21. No current date of the drills were available.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 13, 2021
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FAQ
Questions about Marilyn Ponder
Is Marilyn Ponder licensed?
Yes. Marilyn Ponder is registered with the state and operating, with a permit issued July 16, 2019. This is how Texas authorizes this type of child care.
When was Marilyn Ponder last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on August 31, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 7 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Marilyn Ponder had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 2 rules across 1 of 7 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 Marilyn Ponder care for?
11, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Marilyn Ponder accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Marilyn Ponder's hours?
Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Marilyn Ponder cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (903) 814-0137 to ask.
What is Marilyn Ponder's phone number?
(903) 814-0137.
Where is Marilyn Ponder?
Sherman, TX 75090. It is a home daycare, so the provider shares the street address with families directly.