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St Paul Christian Learning Academy
- licensed capacity
- 153
- open each week
- 5 days
- monthly, posted tuition
- $200
- year first permitted
- 1993
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About St Paul Christian Learning Academy
St Paul Christian Learning Academy is a licensed child care center in Columbus, Texas. The state has permitted it since May 27, 1993, for up to 153 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. It describes a Faith-based and Play-based approach, with after-school care, drop-in care, full-time care and infant care. It lists monthly tuition of $200.
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 8 visits in the last 3 years and cited 2 rules across 2 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsPreschool / pre-KBefore- and after-schoolFaith-basedAccepts child care subsidyPosts tuition
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
- 153 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 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 |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license. It lists: Infant – 12 years |
|---|---|
| Programs | After-school care, drop-in care, full-time care, infant care, part-time care, pre-k, preschool and toddler care |
| Approach | Faith-based (Christian (St. Paul Lutheran)), Play-based |
| Staff | Staff required to have yearly training to recognize and report child abuse and neglect |
| Daily life | Potty training: Team effort with parents; starts when parent is ready at home |
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Transportation | Transportation (transportation from Columbus Elementary School and St. Anthony's Catholic School; field trips) |
| Licensed capacity | 153 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
St Paul Christian Learning Academy lists monthly tuition of $200. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Colorado County has a median price of $185 a week (U.S. Department of Labor, 2022).
| Monthly · program, in its own words | Price |
|---|---|
| Preschool (8:30 am – 11:30 am), $200 monthly | $200 |
| Weekly · program, in its own words | Price |
|---|---|
| Daycare (7 am – 6 pm), 13 months–Preschool age, $125 full week | $125 |
| Daycare (7 am – 6 pm), Infant–12 months, $140 full week | $140 |
| K–13 years of age, $125 full week, full days | $125 |
| K–13 years, $75 full week, after school (includes bus ride from school) | $75 |
| Preschool Aftercare, $95 full week | $95 |
| re-registration of $30 for a child out 2 weeks or more | $30 |
| Preschool Registration - $85 for a school year | $85 |
| Drop in of all ages, $20 half day | $20 a day |
| Drop in of all ages, $35 full day | $35 a day |
6 posted prices. Rates change, so confirm before you enroll.
Infant
Center$185
Home daycare$164
Toddler
Center$172
Home daycare$155
Preschool
Center$167
Home daycare$153
School age
Center$156
Home daycare$144
State record
Inspection reports for St Paul Christian Learning Academy
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Full Permit
- Capacity
- 153 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Permit issued
- 1993
- License number
- #221015
Summary
8 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jan 20, 2026: 1 rule cited
Rules cited on 2 of 8 visits · 2 rules in all · 2 corrected
- Health, medication and illness 1
- Records and paperwork 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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Jan 20, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
746.603(a)(4) - Children's Records - Immunizations
“One child did not have the most current immunization record on file at the operation.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 21, 2026
- Aug 18, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Aug 14, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Aug 3, 2025VisitNo rules cited
- Apr 25, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Apr 8, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Jan 21, 2025Visit1 rule cited
746.303(b) - Report Number of Employees
“A review of the Employees Who Left Employment in 2024 data revealed that the center had not reported the number of employees who left employment in 2024 by January 15, 2025, as required.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 28, 2025
- Jun 11, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Aug 3, 2023Inspection3 rules cited
745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
“One caregiver was present around children prior to receiving a notice of eligibility. She was removed from the classroom and placed in the office upon notification.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 10, 2023
746.603(a)(4) - Children's Records - Immunizations
“2 children did not have the most recent immunization documentation on file at the operation.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 10, 2023
746.3701 - Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
“2 sections of the plastic barrier used to hold loose-fill are broken, exposing sharp edges and presenting a risk to children.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 10, 2023
Aug 11, 2022Inspection6 rules cited
746.801(1) - Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Children's Records
“Medical treatment authorization, immunizations and a preschool health statement is not record for one child enrolled since 07.18.22.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 1, 2022
746.1301(3)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Pediatric first aid with rescue breathing
“First aid training was not on record for the infant caregiver employed since 03.01.22.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 29, 2022
746.1301(6)(A) - Training Requirements for Directors 30- Annual Training
“Annual training in SIDS, shaken baby syndrome, early childhood brain development, abuse/neglect and transportation was not completed by the director.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 1, 2022
746.1309(c) - Documented Annual Training - 1 hour in Prevention, Recognition and Reporting of child maltreatment
“Annual abuse/neglect training was not made available for review for one caregiver.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 29, 2022
746.501(a)(18) - Written Operational Policies - Promotion of Physical Activity
“The physical activity policy was not made available for review.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 29, 2022
746.1301(4)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and directors - Pediatric CPR
“CPR training was not on record for the infant caregiver employed since 03.01.22.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 29, 2022
Show 2 earlier visits
- Nov 2, 2021InspectionNo rules cited
Aug 23, 2021Complaint investigation1 rule cited
746.2401(6) - Basic Requirements for Infants - Free from Choking Objects That May Cause Choking in Infants or Toddlers
“An infant was placed in a crib with a pacifier clip attached to a bib.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 2, 2021
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FAQ
Questions about St Paul Christian Learning Academy
Is St Paul Christian Learning Academy licensed?
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued May 27, 1993.
When was St Paul Christian Learning Academy last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on January 20, 2026, with 1 rule cited. It lists 8 visits in the last 3 years.
Has St Paul Christian Learning Academy had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 2 rules across 2 of 8 visits in the last 3 years; 2 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 St Paul Christian Learning Academy care for?
153, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does St Paul Christian Learning Academy accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are St Paul Christian Learning Academy'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 St Paul Christian Learning Academy cost?
Monthly tuition of $200, as it lists it.
What is St Paul Christian Learning Academy's phone number?
(979) 732-6183.
Where is St Paul Christian Learning Academy?
201 Veteran Dr, Columbus, TX 78934.