Arlene Coleman Bell
Abilene, TX 79605 · infants to school-age · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Saint Johns Episcopal School Early Childhood Program
- licensed capacity
- 68
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $117
- year first permitted
- 2009
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About
About Saint Johns Episcopal School Early Childhood Program
Saint Johns Episcopal School Early Childhood Program is a licensed child care center in Abilene, Texas. The state has permitted it since February 4, 2009, for up to 68 children, serving toddlers and preschoolers.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM. It describes a Faith-based approach, with summer camp.
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 12 visits in the last 3 years and cited 3 rules across 3 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
Summer campFaith-based
Ages served: toddlers and preschoolers
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Toddlers and preschoolers
- Hours today
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 68 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Toddlers and preschoolersFrom the state license. It lists: Ages two through entering fourth grade |
|---|---|
| Programs | Summer camp |
| Approach | Faith-based (Episcopalian) |
| Discounts | 20% tuition reduction for active military, all grades eligible |
| Licensed capacity | 68 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Saint Johns Episcopal School Early Childhood Program has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time toddler care at a child care center in Taylor County has a median price of $117 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 Saint Johns Episcopal School Early Childhood Program
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Full Permit
- Capacity
- 68 children
- Ages
- Toddlers and preschoolers
- Permit issued
- 2009
- License number
- #903411
Summary
12 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Aug 27, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 3 of 12 visits · 3 rules in all · 3 corrected
- Supervision and ratios 2
- Background checks 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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See all 16 visits
- Aug 27, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Oct 3, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Sep 19, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Sep 16, 2025Visit1 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
“It was determined throughout the course of the HHS Investigation that a 2-year-old child in care was left alone unsupervised inside the enclosed playground area for a duration of 3 minutes and 52 seconds.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 3, 2025
- Sep 15, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Jul 21, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Nov 13, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Sep 10, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Aug 23, 2024Visit1 rule cited
745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
“It was determined throughout the course of the DFPS Investigation that a person in charge did not have an eligible background check and had access to young children in care.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 23, 2024
- Aug 7, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Show 6 earlier visits
Jul 29, 2024Complaint investigation1 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
“It was determined throughout the course of the DFPS Investigation that a young child in care was left alone unsupervised by a caregiver for approximately 15 minutes.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 10, 2024
- Jan 22, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Sep 5, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
- Aug 24, 2023VisitNo rules cited
Feb 8, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
746.901(2) - Required Personnel Records- Meets Requirements
“While surveying personnel records, it was determined that 4 of the 6 records did not have proof of GED/High School Diploma/or Equivalent.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 22, 2023
Apr 28, 2022Inspection5 rules cited
746.4135(b) - Children's Products- Annual Certification
“During the inspection the last CPSC annual certification was dated back to 2020. There wasn't a current CPSC annual certification posted. This was immediately corrected during the inspection, placing the operation back into compliance.”
Corrected during the visit
746.3407(12) - Mark Cleaning Supplies, Toxic Materials; Keep Separate from Food and Inaccessible to Children
“During the inspection, disinfectant was located in 2 classrooms by the sinks, accessible to the children in care. Chemicals located underneath the sink in the kitchen were also not secured with child safety locks and accessible for children in care. This was immediately corrected by locating the disinfectant in high cabinets and fixing the locking mechanism on the door under the kitchen sink.”
Corrected during the visit
746.1309(e) - Documented Annual Training- Required Content
“During the inspection some caregiver files were missing the required Annual Health and Safety Audit training and certificates.”
The state verified the correction on May 11, 2022
746.613(b) - Immunization Records, Exceptions, and Exemptions Current
“During the inspection 2 of the 4 children's files surveyed had outdated immunization records. This was immediatly corrected by printing the most current IMMTRAC2 record available, placing the operation back into compliance.”
Corrected during the visit
745.479 - Post Notice of Permit Renewal
“During the inspection the permit renewal was not posted with the required postings. This was immediately corrected during the inspection, placing the operation back into compliance.”
Corrected during the visit
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FAQ
Questions about Saint Johns Episcopal School Early Childhood Program
Is Saint Johns Episcopal School Early Childhood Program licensed?
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued February 4, 2009.
When was Saint Johns Episcopal School Early Childhood Program last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on August 27, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 12 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Saint Johns Episcopal School Early Childhood Program had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 3 rules across 3 of 12 visits in the last 3 years; 3 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 Saint Johns Episcopal School Early Childhood Program care for?
68, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve toddlers and preschoolers.
Does Saint Johns Episcopal School Early Childhood Program accept child care subsidies?
The state record does not list it as accepting subsidies. Ask the provider directly.
What are Saint Johns Episcopal School Early Childhood Program's hours?
Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Saint Johns Episcopal School Early Childhood Program cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (325) 695-8870 to ask.
What is Saint Johns Episcopal School Early Childhood Program's phone number?
(325) 695-8870.
Where is Saint Johns Episcopal School Early Childhood Program?
1600 Sherman Dr, Abilene, TX 79605. The nearest other daycare we list is Mona Robinson, 0.5 miles away.