Kids of Faith Learning Center
5501 US Highway 277 S, Abilene, TX
3.1· 29 reviews
Small World of Learning
- licensed capacity
- 190
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $124
- year first permitted
- 2021
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About
About Small World of Learning
Small World of Learning is a licensed child care center in Abilene, Texas. The state has permitted it since March 23, 2021, for up to 190 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM. It describes its programs: after-school care, before-school care, infant care and pre-k.
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 33 visits in the last 3 years and cited 21 rules across 8 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsPreschool / pre-KBefore- and after-schoolCameras for parentsAccepts child care subsidy
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
- 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 190 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Thursday | 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Friday | 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Programs | After-school care, before-school care, infant care, pre-k, preschool and toddler care |
| Safety | Cameras / live video for parents (live streaming of classroom), Outdoor playground |
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| More | Founded 1983 |
| Licensed capacity | 190 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Small World of Learning has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Taylor County has a median price of $124 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 Small World of Learning
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Full Permit
- Capacity
- 190 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Permit issued
- 2021
- License number
- #1717239
Summary
33 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jul 8, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 8 of 33 visits · 21 rules in all · 21 corrected
- Health, medication and illness 5
- Discipline and child guidance 5
- Building, equipment and play areas 3
- Staff training and qualifications 3
- Food and nutrition 1
- Safety and hazards 1
- Records and paperwork 1
- Supervision and ratios 1
- Other rules 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 51 visits
- Jul 8, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Jul 2, 2026VisitNo rules cited
- May 20, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
May 13, 2026Inspection2 rules cited
746.2419(1) - Requirements for Feeding Infants-Hold through 6-months
“A 5 month old child was placed in the bouncer and given a bottle instead of holding the infant for feeding.”
The state verified the correction on May 20, 2026
746.3415(4) - Employee Handwashing After Diapering a Child
“A caregiver was observed not washing hands after diaper changes.”
The state verified the correction on May 20, 2026
- May 11, 2026VisitNo rules cited
May 4, 2026Complaint investigation2 rules cited
746.2417(2)(B) - Activities for Infants - Not in Restrictive Device for more than 15 Minutes
“It was determined 2 infant children were left in a restrictive device such as bouncers and jumpers for longer than 15 minutes.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 8, 2026
746.2417(2)(A) - Activities for Infants - Multiple Opportunities to Explore Outside Crib
“It was determined an infant child was confined in a crib awake for an extended period of time.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 8, 2026
- Apr 28, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Apr 18, 2026VisitNo rules cited
- Apr 7, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Apr 3, 2026VisitNo rules cited
Show 41 earlier visits
- Jan 7, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Dec 17, 2025VisitNo rules cited
Dec 11, 2025Inspection3 rules cited
746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
“In the 3 year old classroom, urine was observed on the floor in the restroom. Furthermore in the 2 year old classroom a trash can with diapers was observed without a lid, making dirty diapers accessible to children. This was corrected at inspection when the urine was cleaned off the floor and the floor was sanitized as well as replacing the uncovered trash can with a trash can that has a lid.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 7, 2026
746.3407(5) - Sanitize Potty-Chairs
“Two training potty chairs in the 2 year old classroom had standing urine in them. The children were observed using the potty chairs without the potty chairs being sanitized between each use. This was corrected at inspection when the caregiver emptied and sanitized the potty chairs.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 7, 2026
746.3417(3) - Children Handwashing After Toileting or Diapering
“A caregiver was observed doing a diaper change but failed to wash the child's hands afterwards. This was corrected at inspection when the caregiver washed the child's hands.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 7, 2026
- Oct 22, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Oct 10, 2025VisitNo rules cited
- Oct 8, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Sep 15, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Sep 11, 2025VisitNo rules cited
- Aug 18, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Aug 12, 2025VisitNo rules cited
Aug 5, 2025Inspection5 rules cited
746.801(3) - Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Personnel and Training Records
“2 personnel files out of 12 could not be located.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 18, 2025
746.1301(a)(1)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Orientation
“Multiple personnel files were missing various items inclusive of proof of orientation.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 5, 2025
746.611(a)(1) - Required Health Statement - Written, dated within past year, indicates child is physically able to participate in operation's child-care program
“1 children's file out of 10 was missing a health statement.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 19, 2025
746.613(b) - Immunization Records, Exceptions, and Exemptions Current
“3 children files out of 10 were missing current immunization records.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 18, 2025
746.1301(a)(2)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Pre-Service Training
“Multiple personnel files were missing an acknowledgment of experience or the pre-service training certificate.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 19, 2025
- Jul 21, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Jul 9, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
746.2805(5) - Prohibited Punishments - Humiliating, Rejecting, Yelling
“A caregiver was observed yelling at a child in care saying "No, no, go lay down" during nap time.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 21, 2025
Jun 25, 2025Inspection3 rules cited
746.2401(6) - Basic Requirements for Infants - Free from Choking Objects That May Cause Choking in Infants or Toddlers
“During the inspection an infant was observed sleeping in the playyard with a bib secured to their neck. This was immediately corrected during the inspection by removing the bib.”
Corrected during the visit
746.2411(2)(B) - Safety Requirements for Play Yards - Snug Fitting Sheets
“During the inspection two playyards were observed with loose fitting sheets while the infants were sleeping. This was corrected during the inspection by placing tight fitted sheets on the base of the playyard.”
Corrected during the visit
746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
“During the inspection numerous health hazards were observed. The ceiling tiles were not intact and dropping. The floors were missing tiles presenting a tripping hazard. The wall was not intact with pieces protruding outwards presenting a tripping hazard. A black substance was also observed on the non-intact wall. The air conditioner was not functioning in a portion of the building. A light in the bathroom utilized by children in care was not functioning.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 21, 2025
Jun 23, 2025Complaint investigation1 rule cited
746.1003(1) - Director Responsibilities - Operate in Compliance
“It was determined throughout the course of the HHS Investigation both directors failed to ensure compliance with Minimum Standards as evidenced by numerous hazards observed throughout the building that were not addressed. Also, one director lacked knowledge of where to locate documents requested by CCR during the inspection.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 9, 2025
- Oct 2, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Sep 17, 2024VisitNo rules cited
- Sep 4, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Aug 27, 2024VisitNo rules cited
- Apr 30, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Apr 12, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Apr 10, 2024Complaint investigation4 rules cited
746.2805(3) - Prohibited Punishments - Grabbing and Pulling
“It was determined throughout the course of the HHS investigation that a caregiver forcefully grabbed a child's chin with both hands in an effort to get the child to listen. This occurred on multiple occasions. Surveillance footage also revealed the same caregiver forcefully grabbed a child in care by the arm and "flung" the child towards a wall when the caregiver was frustrated. Furthermore, the same caregiver grabbed and pulled other children in care when frustrated, when children wouldn't be quiet, when children wouldn't listen, and during naptime.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 30, 2024
746.305(a)(6) - Report Situation Placing Children at Risk
“It was determined throughout the course of the HHS investigation that caregivers were aware of a caregiver violating minimum standards on multiple occasions but failed to report this to Child Care Regulation.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 30, 2024
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 caregiver had her back to young children in care during a transitory period towards the bathroom. Surveillance footage also showed 3 children in care in the hallway by themselves unsupervised by the caregiver in charge as she was around the corner and in the bathroom.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 30, 2024
746.2805(5) - Prohibited Punishments - Humiliating, Rejecting, Yelling
“It was determined throughout the course of the HHS investigation that a caregiver yelled at children in care on more than one occasion. The caregiver yelled when the children in care were not quiet, didn't listen, or when the caregiver was frustrated.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 30, 2024
- Feb 9, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Jul 21, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
Jun 16, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
746.3407(9) - Floors, ceilings and Walls in Good Repair and Clean
“During the inspection multiple ceiling tiles had water damage. Two fence posts were broken on the playground.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 21, 2023
- Nov 9, 2022VisitNo rules cited
- Nov 2, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
Oct 6, 2022Inspection1 rule cited
746.603(a)(4) - Children's Records - Immunizations
“A survey of 10 children records were reviewed. One child in care out of 10 was missing their immunization record. One child in care out of 10 was missing their health statement.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 19, 2022
- Sep 9, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
- Sep 8, 2022VisitNo rules cited
- Sep 2, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
Aug 26, 2022Complaint investigation2 rules cited
746.2429 - Covering Infant's Head or Crib
“During the HHS investigation it was determined that an infant's head was covered during naptime for 1 hour and 53 minutes.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 6, 2022
746.2431 - Infant Daily Report - Share with Parent
“It was determined throughout the course of the HHS investigation that the infant sheets for a child in care were incomplete on 8/22/22, 8/24/22, and 8/25/22.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 6, 2022
- Jul 7, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
- Apr 22, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
- Apr 4, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
- Mar 21, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
Mar 17, 2022Complaint investigation4 rules cited
746.2805(6) - Prohibited Punishments - Humiliating, Rejecting, Yelling
“It was determined throughout the course of the HHS investigation that a caregiver has been observed yelling at the children in care.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 22, 2022
746.3703(d) - No Smoking or Use of Tobacco Including E-Cigarettes or Vaporizers
“It was determined throughout the course of the HHS Investigation that a caregiver was observed by a child in care smoking on the premises in the parking lot.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 22, 2022
746.1003(1) - Director Responsibilities - Operate in Compliance
“It was determined throughout the course of the HHS investigation that the director has failed to be present enough to ensure compliance with applicable statutes.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 22, 2022
746.1201(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
“Throughout the course of the HHS investigation, it was determined that altercations have occurred between operational staff and the director where yelling and profanity were used while children in care were present. It was also determined during an altercation that the director grabbed the caregivers clothing during a verbal altercation while children in care were present.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 22, 2022
Mar 14, 2022Inspection4 rules cited
745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
“During the unannounced inspection it was determined that two individuals who periodically drive the transportation bus and have supervised direct care with children do not have background checks.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 14, 2022
746.5205(1) - Fire Drill Monthly - Exit in 3 Minutes
“During the inspection the length of the fire drill wasn't documented. The required monthly documentation checks for the carbon monoxide detector, smoke detectors, and fire extinguishers were also not documented.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 25, 2022
746.1316(a) - Transportation Safety Training -Director and Employee Complete 2 Hours Annually
“During the inspection records pertaining to transportation training could not be located for two individuals operating and driving the transportation bus.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 23, 2022
746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
“During the unannounced inspection the infant sheets were dirty with drool stains and hair. The 2 year old classroom potty chairs also had urine in them. The playground had one tripping hazard observed where the children in care play. The sheets were changed and the urine in the potty chairs was emptied and the potty chair was sanitized, placing the operation back into compliance.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 21, 2022
- Nov 1, 2021InspectionNo rules cited
- Oct 19, 2021VisitNo rules cited
- Oct 12, 2021InspectionNo rules cited
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FAQ
Questions about Small World of Learning
Is Small World of Learning licensed?
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued March 23, 2021.
When was Small World of Learning last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on July 8, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 33 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Small World of Learning had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 21 rules across 8 of 33 visits in the last 3 years; 21 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 Small World of Learning care for?
190, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Small World of Learning accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Small World of Learning's hours?
Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Small World of Learning cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (325) 692-7391 to ask.
What is Small World of Learning's phone number?
(325) 692-7391.
Where is Small World of Learning?
5050 Travis Ct, Abilene, TX 79605. The nearest other daycare we list is Kids of Faith Learning Center, 0.5 miles away.