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ST Paul Christian Learning Center

703 N Elm St, Denton, TX 76201
licensed capacity
66
open each week
5 days
a week, county median
$176
year first permitted
1987

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About ST Paul Christian Learning Center

ST Paul Christian Learning Center is a licensed child care center in Denton, Texas. The state has permitted it since June 12, 1987, for up to 66 children, serving toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.

It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM.

Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 18 visits in the last 3 years and cited 32 rules across 9 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

School-ageFaith-basedOpens before 7 AM

Ages served: toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children

From the state license
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Type
Child care center
Ages
Toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
Hours today
Closed today
Licensed capacity
66 children

Hours

Hours

Monday6:30 AM to 6:00 PM
Tuesday6:30 AM to 6:00 PM
Wednesday6:30 AM to 6:00 PM
Thursday6:30 AM to 6:00 PM
Friday6:30 AM to 6:00 PM
SaturdayNot listed
SundayTodayNot listed
From the state license

Programs

Programs and care

AgesToddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license
Licensed capacity66 childrenFrom the state license
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Cost

Tuition and costs

ST Paul Christian Learning Center has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time toddler care at a child care center in Denton County has a median price of $176 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.
Denton County medians, full time, per week

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

County median full-time prices at centers and home daycares, U.S. Department of Labor, National Database of Childcare Prices, 2022 (the latest year). Not this daycare's rates; prices have risen since.

State record

Inspection reports for ST Paul Christian Learning Center

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
Full Permit
Capacity
66 children
Ages
Toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
Permit issued
1987
License number
#55201
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Summary

18 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Sep 29, 2026: no rules cited

Rules cited on 9 of 18 visits · 32 rules in all · 32 corrected

  • Records and paperwork 8
  • Staff training and qualifications 8
  • Safety and hazards 4
  • Supervision and ratios 3
  • Building, equipment and play areas 2
  • Health, medication and illness 2
  • Discipline and child guidance 2
  • Background checks 2
  • Food and nutrition 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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  1. Sep 29, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  2. Aug 19, 2026Inspection2 rules cited
    • Records and paperworkMedium High risk

      746.605(12) - Required Admission Information - Special Needs Statement

      “One child does not have the updated special care needs section in the file.”

      The state verified the correction on Sep 14, 2026

    • Records and paperworkMedium High risk

      746.605(6) - Required Admission Information - Emergency Contact

      “Three children's files had the parents listed as the emergency contacts.”

      The state verified the correction on Sep 14, 2026

  3. Jun 8, 2026Inspection4 rules cited
    • Records and paperworkMedium Low risk

      746.401(9) - Posting Requirements - List entitled "Current Employees"--sized at least 81/2 X 11 inches, printed legibly, include employee first and last name

      “The employee listed that was posted was not updated and current. This was corrected during the inspection with the current list being posted.”

      Corrected during the visit

    • Records and paperworkHigh risk

      746.201(1) - Policies Comply with Rules

      “The operational policies were missing the following items; -(18) Promotion of indoor and outdoor physical activity : (A) The benefits of physical activity and outdoor play (C) The type of physical activity (structured and unstructured) that children may engage in at your operation, (D) Each setting in which your physical activity program will take place, -(20) the parent rights, & -(30) Procedures for supporting inclusive services to children with special care needs.”

      The state verified the correction on Jun 23, 2026

    • Building, equipment and play areasMedium High risk

      746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment

      “On the school age playground there are a few wooden planks that are broken.”

      The state verified the correction on Jun 23, 2026

    • Records and paperworkMedium Low risk

      746.401(8) - Posting Requirements - Telephone Numbers

      “The required telephone numbers were not posted. This was corrected at inspection when the telephone numbers were posted on the parent board.”

      Corrected during the visit

  4. May 19, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  5. Apr 30, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  6. Apr 28, 2026VisitNo rules cited
  7. Feb 26, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
    • Food and nutritionMedium High risk

      746.3301(b) - Nutrition and Food Service - Follow Meal Patterns

      “The operation does not have a menu that demonstrates compliance with USDA meal patterns.”

      The state verified the correction on Mar 3, 2026

  8. Feb 13, 2026Inspection9 rules cited
    • Safety and hazardsMedium High risk

      746.3407(13) - Using, Storing and Disposing of Hazardous Materials

      “Cleaning supplies were observed to be within reach of children in two classrooms.”

      Corrected during the visit

    • Staff training and qualificationsMedium risk

      746.1309(b) - Documented Annual Training - 6 Hours of annual training required

      “4 staff did not have the required 6 hours of annual training.”

      The state verified the correction on Mar 2, 2026

    • Supervision and ratiosMedium High risk

      746.1203(3)(D) - Personal use of electronic devices, such as cell phones, MP3 players, tablets, and video games

      “A caregiver was observed using a laptop for personal use while supervising children.”

      The state verified the correction on Feb 26, 2026

    • Staff training and qualificationsMedium risk

      746.801(3) - Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Personnel and Training Records

      “The director did not have their personal training records made available.”

      The state verified the correction on Apr 2, 2026

    • Staff training and qualificationsMedium High risk

      746.1309(d) - Documented Annual Training - Caregivers of Children Under 24 Months Required

      “2 staff were missing the training in the following content area: (1) Recognizing and preventing shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma. (2) Understanding and using safe sleep practices and preventing sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS). (3)Understanding early childhood brain development.”

      The state verified the correction on Mar 2, 2026

    • Staff training and qualificationsMedium risk

      746.1309(c) - Documented Annual Training - 1 hour in Prevention, Recognition and Reporting of child maltreatment

      “5 staff did not have annual training in the prevention, recognition and reporting of child maltreatment.”

      The state verified the correction on Mar 2, 2026

    • Staff training and qualificationsMedium risk

      746.1309(f) - Documented Annual Training - Remaining training hour topics

      “5 staff did not have the required 24 hours of training as they were missing remaining topic hours.”

      The state verified the correction on Mar 31, 2026

    • Staff training and qualificationsMedium risk

      746.1309(e) - Documented Annual Training- Required Content

      “5 staff were missing annual trainings over required content.”

      The state verified the correction on Mar 2, 2026

    • Health, medication and illnessMedium High risk

      746.3819 - Food Allergy Emergency Plan Signed by Parents and Health Care Professional

      “2 children were missing medication that is required as a part of their food allergy plans. This was corrected at inspection when parents provided medication.”

      Corrected during the visit

  9. Jan 9, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  10. Dec 4, 2025Complaint investigation2 rules cited
    • Supervision and ratiosHigh risk

      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 during a DFPS investigation that a child was left unsupervised on the playground for approximately 30 minutes.”

      The state verified the correction on Jan 9, 2026

    • Discipline and child guidanceHigh risk

      746.1201(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control

      “It was determined during a DFPS investigation that the operation did not follow their transition policies which resulted in a child being left unsupervised on the playground.”

      The state verified the correction on Jan 9, 2026

Show 11 earlier visits
  1. Nov 4, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  2. Sep 29, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  3. Sep 25, 2025Complaint investigation1 rule cited
    • Discipline and child guidanceHigh risk

      746.2805(8) - Prohibited Punishments - Restrictive device for time out

      “It was determined during the investigation that a child was put in a highchair after biting.”

      The state verified the correction on Nov 4, 2025

  4. Jun 13, 2025Inspection11 rules cited
    • Records and paperworkMedium risk

      746.901 - Required Personnel Records

      “1 Staff is missing the following requirements: - Affidavit - Orientation - Employment Hire Date - Education Qualification”

      The state verified the correction on Jun 26, 2025

    • Supervision and ratiosMedium High risk

      746.1013(a)(1) - Director's Absence - Caregiver in Charge Knows in Charge

      “Staff were unaware of an official designation of someone being in charge during the director's absence.”

      The state verified the correction on Jun 23, 2025

    • Background checksHigh risk

      745.621(a)(7) - AP Initial background checks submitted - At the time you become aware of anyone requiring a background check under 745.605

      “3 Caregivers did not have background check submissions and routinely work at the operation.”

      The state verified the correction on Jun 16, 2025

    • Health, medication and illnessMedium risk

      746.603(a)(3) - Children's Records - Health Statement

      “3 children did not have health statements on file.”

      The state verified the correction on Jul 2, 2025

    • Safety and hazardsMedium risk

      746.4135(b) - Children's Products- Annual Certification

      “The annual certification for the CPSC form was last updated in 2022.”

      The state verified the correction on Jun 26, 2025

    • Building, equipment and play areasMedium High risk

      746.4305 - Fenced Outdoor Activity Space

      “The operation used unlicensed , non-fenced space for outdoor activities for children under the age of 2 years.”

      The state verified the correction on Jun 26, 2025

    • Background checksHigh risk

      745.635(2) - AP Background check determination - If ineligible then you must immediately remove subject from operation and confirm to CBCU receipt of notice letter

      “One caregiver is routinely at the operation with an ineligible background check.”

      The state verified the correction on Jun 16, 2025

    • Records and paperworkHigh risk

      746.201(1) - Policies Comply with Rules

      “The operational policies were missing the following items: The operational policies were missing: - Procedures for Parental notifications - Discipline and Guidance policies - Suspension and Expulsion procedures - Immunization requirements for children - Hearing and Vision screening requirements - Transportation policy - Water activities policy - Field trips policy - Animals policy - Promotion of indoor and outdoor physical activity - Procedures for providing and applying insect repellant and sunscreen - Information on vaccine preventable diseases for employees”

      The state verified the correction on Jun 26, 2025

    • Staff training and qualificationsMedium risk

      746.1309(b) - Documented Annual Training - 6 Hours of annual training required

      “2 Staff are missing annual training hours.”

      The state verified the correction on Jul 3, 2025

    • Staff training and qualificationsMedium risk

      746.1325(b) - Documented annual training - Specific to water safety

      “Caregivers did not have water safety training.”

      The state verified the correction on Jun 26, 2025

    • Safety and hazardsMedium High risk

      746.5101(b) - Annual Fire Inspection - Conducted by Fire Marshal

      “The annual fire inspection had not been conducted since February of 2024.”

      The state verified the correction on Jun 26, 2025

  5. Jun 12, 2025Complaint investigation1 rule cited
    • Records and paperworkMedium risk

      746.801(5) - Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Employees' Attendance

      “The director did not have records available showing her attendance at the operation.”

      The state verified the correction on Jul 18, 2025

  6. Jul 17, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
    • Safety and hazardsMedium High risk

      746.5205(1) - Fire Drill Monthly - Exit in 3 Minutes

      “The operation has not been conducing monthly fire drills.”

      The state verified the correction on Jul 19, 2024

  7. May 29, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  8. May 28, 2024VisitNo rules cited
  9. Aug 8, 2023Inspection4 rules cited
    • Records and paperworkMedium risk

      746.605(11) - Required Admission Information - Physician Information

      “2 Children's files did not have physician or medical facility information under authorizied emergency medical care.”

      The state verified the correction on Aug 11, 2023

    • Staff training and qualificationsMedium risk

      746.1309(e) - Documented Annual Training- Required Content

      “3 Caregivers did not have the required annual trainings.”

      The state verified the correction on Sep 1, 2023

    • Records and paperworkMedium Low risk

      746.605(3) - Required Admission Information - Date of Admission

      “3 Children's files did not have their date of admission.”

      The state verified the correction on Aug 11, 2023

    • Health, medication and illnessMedium risk

      746.603(a)(3) - Children's Records - Health Statement

      “One child's file did not have a health statement.”

      The state verified the correction on Aug 11, 2023

  10. Sep 29, 2022Inspection1 rule cited
    • Staff training and qualificationsMedium High risk

      746.1301(7)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Transportation Training

      “Two employees who transport children did not have the required transportation training.”

      The state verified the correction on Oct 4, 2022

  11. Oct 19, 2021Inspection3 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illnessMedium risk

      746.603(a)(4) - Children's Records - Immunizations

      “One child does not have immunization records on file.”

      The state verified the correction on Oct 20, 2021

    • Staff training and qualificationsMedium High risk

      746.1315(a) - Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric first aid with rescue breathing and choking.

      “One staff does not have a current training in CPR/first aid with pediatric.”

      The state verified the correction on Nov 3, 2021

    • Records and paperworkMedium Low risk

      746.901(4) - Required Personnel Records - Required Affidavit

      “Three staff files do not have signed notorized affidavits.”

      The state verified the correction on Oct 27, 2021

Copied from Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation on October 1, 2026; the state's records start around Sep 2021. Rule wording, severity and dates are the state's.

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Questions about ST Paul Christian Learning Center

Is ST Paul Christian Learning Center licensed?

Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued June 12, 1987.

When was ST Paul Christian Learning Center last inspected?

Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on September 29, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 18 visits in the last 3 years.

Has ST Paul Christian Learning Center had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 32 rules across 9 of 18 visits in the last 3 years; 32 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 Center care for?

66, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.

Does ST Paul Christian Learning Center accept child care subsidies?

The state record does not list it as accepting subsidies. Ask the provider directly.

What are ST Paul Christian Learning Center's hours?

Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.

How much does ST Paul Christian Learning Center cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (940) 387-6651 to ask.

What is ST Paul Christian Learning Center's phone number?

(940) 387-6651.

Where is ST Paul Christian Learning Center?

703 N Elm St, Denton, TX 76201. The nearest other daycare we list is Third Bend Studio, 0.1 miles away.

Sources: Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation (license and visits) · U.S. Department of Labor, 2022 (county prices).