Mother Goose Home Day Care
Marlin, TX 76661 · infants to school-age · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Marlin Headstart Center EOAC
- licensed capacity
- 73
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $134
- year first permitted
- 1993
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About
About Marlin Headstart Center EOAC
Marlin Headstart Center EOAC is a licensed child care center in Marlin, Texas. The state has permitted it since October 1, 1993, for up to 73 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM.
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 8 visits in the last 3 years and cited 8 rules across 4 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsSchool-age
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
- 73 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM |
| Thursday | 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM |
| Friday | 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Licensed capacity | 73 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Marlin Headstart Center EOAC has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Falls 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 Marlin Headstart Center EOAC
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Full Permit
- Capacity
- 73 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Permit issued
- 1993
- License number
- #213302
Summary
8 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Mar 19, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 4 of 8 visits · 8 rules in all · 8 corrected
- Supervision and ratios 2
- Records and paperwork 2
- Safe sleep 1
- Building, equipment and play areas 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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- Mar 19, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Mar 3, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
746.1605(1) - Child/Caregiver Ratio - 18 Months Difference in Age
“Two classes were combined outside with the youngest child being 15 months old and the oldest child being 36 months old. This was corrected during the inspection when one of the classes went inside.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 19, 2026
Feb 25, 2026Inspection5 rules cited
746.4503(b) - Cots, Beds, Mats Labeled With Child's Name
“The cots in one of the classrooms were not labeled.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 3, 2026
746.901 - Required Personnel Records
“Out of four staff files reviewed, one was missing a diploma and one was missing a statement that they attended orientation with an overview on abuse and neglect.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 17, 2026
746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
“One of the caregivers in the infant room stepped out of the classroom briefly, leaving one caregiver with six infants. This was corrected during the inspection when another caregiver entered the classroom to put the room in ratio.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 3, 2026
746.603(a) - Children's Records Maintained
“Out of six children's records reviewed, two children were missing an admission date, one was missing parental consent to emergency treatment, one was missing a health statement, and one needed an updated shot record.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 17, 2026
746.4907(d) - Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Proper Depth Maintained
“The loose-fill at the exits of the slides for the older playground had been compacted, and there was insufficient fresh loose-fill on top.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 3, 2026
- Apr 25, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Apr 21, 2025Complaint investigation1 rule cited
746.4501(b) - Chairs - Safety Straps Used if Required by Manufacturer
“3 of the 4 high chairs that were observed did not have safety straps on them. a child was sitting in a highchair that did not have a sfety strap. Caregiver removed the child. Safety straps were installed in 3 of the 4 highchairs during second walk through.”
Corrected during the visit
- Apr 1, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Mar 26, 2025VisitNo rules cited
Jun 27, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
746.1309(e) - Documented Annual Training- Required Content
“Out of six staff files reviewed, one caregiver did not have a certificate for medication training.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 28, 2024
- Sep 18, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
- Oct 19, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
Show 4 earlier visits
- Apr 11, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
- Apr 5, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
Apr 4, 2022Visit2 rules cited
746.2805(6) - Prohibited Punishments - Humiliating, Rejecting, Yelling
“Based on information gathered during the investigation it was determined that children in care were being yelled at inappropriately by a caregiver.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 11, 2022
746.2805 - Prohibited Punishments - No Harsh, Cruel or Unusual
“Based on the information gathered during the investigation it was determined that prohibit punishment was used against a child in care.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 11, 2022
Jan 6, 2022Inspection1 rule cited
746.2207(a) - Screen Time Activities - Not Used for Under Two
“During the inspection observed as 23 month old watching a cartoon on a tablet. This was corrected during the inspection by the caregiver removing the tablet.”
Corrected during the visit
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FAQ
Questions about Marlin Headstart Center EOAC
Is Marlin Headstart Center EOAC licensed?
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued October 1, 1993.
When was Marlin Headstart Center EOAC last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on March 19, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 8 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Marlin Headstart Center EOAC had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 8 rules across 4 of 8 visits in the last 3 years; 8 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 Marlin Headstart Center EOAC care for?
73, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Marlin Headstart Center EOAC accept child care subsidies?
The state record does not list it as accepting subsidies. Ask the provider directly.
What are Marlin Headstart Center EOAC's hours?
Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Marlin Headstart Center EOAC cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (254) 803-9905 to ask.
What is Marlin Headstart Center EOAC's phone number?
(254) 803-9905.
Where is Marlin Headstart Center EOAC?
Hwy 6 FM 147, Marlin, TX 76661.