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Martin Luther King JR Recreation Center
- licensed capacity
- 18
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $170
- year first permitted
- 2021
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About Martin Luther King JR Recreation Center
Martin Luther King JR Recreation Center is a licensed child care center in Denton, Texas. The state has permitted it since August 3, 2021, for up to 18 children, serving preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 10 visits in the last 3 years and cited 1 rule across 1 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
School-age
Ages served: preschoolers and school-age children
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 18 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Licensed capacity | 18 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Martin Luther King JR Recreation Center has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time preschool care at a child care center in Denton County has a median price of $170 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$191
Home daycare$167
Toddler
Center$176
Home daycare$158
Preschool
Center$170
Home daycare$156
School age
Center$159
Home daycare$146
State record
Inspection reports for Martin Luther King JR Recreation Center
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Full Permit
- Capacity
- 18 children
- Ages
- Preschoolers and school-age children
- Permit issued
- 2021
- License number
- #1722610
Summary
10 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jul 21, 2026: 1 rule cited
Rules cited on 1 of 10 visits · 1 rule in all · 1 corrected
- Health, medication and illness 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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Jul 21, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
746.603(a)(4) - Children's Records - Immunizations
“One child was missing the full immunization information.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 27, 2026
- Jun 4, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Jun 2, 2026VisitNo rules cited
- May 21, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Aug 8, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Jun 12, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Jul 23, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Jul 2, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Jun 28, 2024VisitNo rules cited
- Apr 11, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Show 4 earlier visits
- Jul 26, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
Jul 11, 2023Inspection3 rules cited
746.3819 - Food Allergy Emergency Plan Signed by Parents and Health Care Professional
“A child in care with a known food allergy does not have a food allergy plan on file.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 26, 2023
746.5625(b) - Electronic Child Safety Alarm - installed and maintained according to manufacturer's instructions
“Based on information gathered during inspection and observations made, the operation has not been ensuring the child safety system is working and accurate van checks have not been conducted.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 26, 2023
746.5401 - Requirement of Gas Leak Inspection
“The operation does not have a completed gas leak test.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 26, 2023
Aug 15, 2022Inspection2 rules cited
746.5202(1) - Emergency Preparedness Plan - Evacuation, relocation, and sheltering/lock-down procedures
“The operations emergency preparedness plan is incomplete and missing the following information: How children will be relocated, relocation diagram, address for alternate shelter, how staff will continue care for children, and a reunification plan.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 29, 2022
746.501(a)(18)(A) - Written Operational Policies - Benefits
“The operational policies does not include a promotion of indoor and outdoor physical activities section.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 29, 2022
- Feb 9, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
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FAQ
Questions about Martin Luther King JR Recreation Center
Is Martin Luther King JR Recreation Center licensed?
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued August 3, 2021.
When was Martin Luther King JR Recreation Center last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on July 21, 2026, with 1 rule cited. It lists 10 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Martin Luther King JR Recreation Center had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 1 rule across 1 of 10 visits in the last 3 years; 1 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 Martin Luther King JR Recreation Center care for?
18, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Martin Luther King JR Recreation Center accept child care subsidies?
The state record does not list it as accepting subsidies. Ask the provider directly.
What are Martin Luther King JR Recreation Center's hours?
Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Martin Luther King JR Recreation Center cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (940) 349-8576 to ask.
What is Martin Luther King JR Recreation Center's phone number?
(940) 349-8576.
Where is Martin Luther King JR Recreation Center?
1300 Wilson St, Denton, TX 76205. The nearest other daycare we list is Alphabet Academy, 0.7 miles away.