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Abilene, TX 79603 · toddlers to school-age · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Maurita Jo Jenkins
- licensed capacity
- 12
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $113
- year first permitted
- 2016
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About Maurita Jo Jenkins
Maurita Jo Jenkins is a home daycare in Abilene, Texas. It is registered with the state (since May 25, 2016), for up to 12 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 6:30 PM. As a home daycare, the provider shares the address with families when you call.
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 2 visits in the last 3 years and cited 1 rule across 1 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
- Home daycare
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 12 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 7:30 AM to 6:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:30 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:30 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Thursday | 7:30 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Friday | 7:30 AM to 6:30 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 |
| Licensed capacity | 12 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Maurita Jo Jenkins has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a home daycare in Taylor County has a median price of $113 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 Maurita Jo Jenkins
License
- Status
- Registered with the state and operating
- License type
- Registered
- Capacity
- 12 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Permit issued
- 2016
- License number
- #1626498
Summary
2 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit May 7, 2026: 1 rule cited
Rules cited on 1 of 2 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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May 7, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
747.3619 - Food Allergy Emergency Plan Signed by Parents and Health Care Professional
“A child in care with a diagnosed nut allergy did not have an allergy plan on file in case of emergency.”
The state verified the correction on May 28, 2026
- May 13, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Jul 19, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
Jul 6, 2023Inspection5 rules cited
747.801(6) - Records Maintained and Made Available - Pet Vaccinations
“The dog at the operation did not have current vaccination records. Neither the dog or the cat at the operation have a statement of health.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 7, 2023
747.3213(1) - Children Handwashing Before Eating
“Children's hands were not washed prior to eating snack.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 19, 2023
747.5005(1) - Fire Drill Monthly - Exit in 3 Minutes
“A fire drill has not been conducted since May 2023. A fire drill was conducted during this inspection.”
Corrected during the visit
747.3501 - Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
“Cleaning supplies were observed in reach of the children.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 19, 2023
747.603(a)(4) - Children's Records - Immunizations
“Three children records were missing current immunizations.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 19, 2023
Aug 18, 2022Inspection2 rules cited
747.3703(a) - Animals at Center - Documentation of Vaccinations
“A cat was observed at the operation that does not have a current vaccination record.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 5, 2022
747.3203 - Sanitation of Building, Grounds and Equipment
“The outdoor play area was observed to have trash, broken toys and debris in the reach of children.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 19, 2022
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FAQ
Questions about Maurita Jo Jenkins
Is Maurita Jo Jenkins licensed?
Yes. Maurita Jo Jenkins is registered with the state and operating, with a permit issued May 25, 2016. This is how Texas authorizes this type of child care.
When was Maurita Jo Jenkins last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on May 7, 2026, with 1 rule cited. It lists 2 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Maurita Jo Jenkins had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 1 rule across 1 of 2 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 Maurita Jo Jenkins care for?
12, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Maurita Jo Jenkins accept child care subsidies?
The state record does not list it as accepting subsidies. Ask the provider directly.
What are Maurita Jo Jenkins' hours?
Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 6:30 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Maurita Jo Jenkins cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (325) 669-0537 to ask.
What is Maurita Jo Jenkins' phone number?
(325) 669-0537.
Where is Maurita Jo Jenkins?
Abilene, TX 79603. It is a home daycare, so the provider shares the street address with families directly.