Sybil B Harrington Learning Center
2500 Dale St, Amarillo, TX
3.7· 3 reviews
Sunshine Valley Child Care Center
- licensed capacity
- 68
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $147
- year first permitted
- 2018
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About
About Sunshine Valley Child Care Center
Sunshine Valley Child Care Center is a licensed child care center in Amarillo, Texas. The state has permitted it since December 10, 2018, for up to 68 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 15 visits in the last 3 years and cited 5 rules across 3 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsSchool-ageAccepts 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
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 68 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 |
|---|---|
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 68 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Sunshine Valley Child Care Center has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Potter County has a median price of $147 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$147
Home daycare$134
Toddler
Center$139
Home daycare$129
Preschool
Center$136
Home daycare$127
School age
Center$129
Home daycare$122
State record
Inspection reports for Sunshine Valley Child Care Center
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Full Permit
- Capacity
- 68 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Permit issued
- 2018
- License number
- #1675634
Summary
15 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Apr 9, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 3 of 15 visits · 5 rules in all · 5 corrected
- Discipline and child guidance 2
- Transportation 1
- Staff training and qualifications 1
- Supervision and ratios 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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- Apr 9, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Mar 17, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
746.5625(b) - Electronic Child Safety Alarm - installed and maintained according to manufacturer's instructions
“The child safety alarm installed in each of the vehicles used for transportation is not disabling when the button is triggered in the back of the vehicle after it is checked. The alarm system requires maintenance.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 9, 2026
- Jul 2, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Jun 26, 2025VisitNo rules cited
- Apr 16, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Aug 22, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
746.1329(d) - Employee record: Signed and Dated Statement for Orientation/Pre-Service training by trainer and employee
“Four staff records lacked the signature of the signature of the trainer. One also lacked the participants signature. All four lacked some or all of the topic boxes for orientation. All four sections of orientation was corrected at inspection.”
Corrected during the visit
- Jun 27, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Jun 11, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- May 22, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- May 21, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Show 35 earlier visits
- May 14, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
May 10, 2024Complaint investigation3 rules cited
746.2805(6) - Prohibited Punishments - Using Harsh, Abusive or Profane Language
“Based on the evidence obtained during the investigation, a caregiver used a harsh tone when yelling at children in care when attempting to get children to listen to instruction.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 11, 2024
746.2805(3) - Prohibited Punishments - Grabbing and Pulling
“Based on the evidence obtained during the investigation, a caregiver grabbed a child off a shelf by the arm and onto the ground as the manner in which to remove the child from a low-level shelf in the classroom.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 11, 2024
746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
“Based on the evidence obtained during the investigation, a caregiver added another child to a classroom and placing it over ratio.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 11, 2024
- Mar 8, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Mar 6, 2024VisitNo rules cited
- Mar 4, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Oct 11, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
- Sep 22, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
- Sep 20, 2023VisitNo rules cited
- Sep 14, 2023VisitNo rules cited
- Sep 14, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
- Aug 18, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
Aug 16, 2023Complaint investigation1 rule cited
746.2805(3) - Prohibited Punishments - Grabbing and Pulling
“Based on the evidence obtained, there is substantial evidence that a caregiver was handling children in care in a rough manner and grabbing them by the arm for discipline.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 14, 2023
- Jul 31, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
Jul 20, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
746.4751(b) - Maintenance Procedures for Active Play - Monthly Maintenance Checklist
“A frame for a canopy on the toddler playground has two broken pipe pieces that are suspended and only attached to one end. One piece is suspended at a 45 degree angle pointing to the ground. The canopy frame requires immediate repair to prevent the broken pieces from coming completely detached and falling into the outdoor space. The piece that was at a 45 degree angle was repaired at inspection and the other piece will require a taller ladder to reach for repair.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 31, 2023
- Apr 6, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
Mar 27, 2023Inspection2 rules cited
746.1205(a)(5) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Intervene to ensure each child's safety
“A caregiver did not timely intervene on the playground when a child's safety was at risk. The plastic kitchen was pushed over onto the ground on top of a child and additional children were sitting on the child through the openings of the kitchen. Additional children sitting on top of the kitchen and pushing each other.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 6, 2023
746.3301(f)(1) - Nutrition and Food Service - Drinking water available at every snack, mealtime, and during and after active play
“Water was not observed being served after outdoor activities or during snack time.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 6, 2023
- Mar 6, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
- Feb 10, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
Feb 3, 2023Inspection6 rules cited
746.3417(1) - Children Handwashing Before Eating
“The toddler classroom was observed with the children engaging in afternoon snack but they did not have their hands washed prior to snack time.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 10, 2023
746.2805(2) - Prohibited Punishments - Associated with Food, Naps, or Toilet Training
“Two classrooms were observed making threats to the children in care that they won't have snack time if they don't behave. One placed the child in time out and withheld snack time while the rest of the classroom had snack. In another classroom, the caregiver told the child that they can either eat at the designated chair for snack or could go to time out. The child wanted snack but just wanted a different seat.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 10, 2023
746.1203(4) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Supervision of Children
“Two children were observed running out of their primary classroom into the kitchen of the operation. The primary caregiver stayed in the primary classroom with the first group of children but was unable to adequately supervise the two that left the room and were in the kitchen.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 10, 2023
746.2803(4)(A) - Positive Methods of Discipline and Guidance - Use Praise and Encouragement
“A caregiver was observed at inspection communicating with a child that required re-direction and positive guidance. The caregiver told the child, "you want to listen or do you want to be a baby." This statement does not encourage positive statement to the child.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 10, 2023
746.3503(c)(3) - Diaper Changing Equipment - If Above Floor Level Caregiver Must Face Child and Be Within Arm's Length of Child
“A caregiver was observed at inspection leaving a child on an above ground diaper changing surface in the classroom bathroom. The caregiver walked away and into the classroom to discipline other children in care.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 10, 2023
746.1203(5) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Children in Control
“Two classrooms were observed at inspection with children out of control and the caregiver in charge unable to maintain control of the group. Children were observed climbing on shelves, immediately defying time out requests and running around the classroom.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 10, 2023
- Dec 2, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
- Sep 27, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
- Sep 20, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
Sep 14, 2022Inspection7 rules cited
746.2803(4)(D) - Positive Methods of Discipline and Guidance - Brief Supervised Separation
“Multiple children were observed being placed in time out for 5-15 minutes when the ages of the children were 2 and 3 years of age.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 20, 2022
746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
“The operation has areas that require more immediate attention regarding the maintenance of the building and grounds. Both playgrounds have an abundance of fire ants that have bitten several children in the areas that are frequently played on. Both playgrounds have an abundance of sticker burrs that are sticking the children's clothing and shoes. Then the sticker burrs are being tracked back into the classrooms and sticking on to the carpet. The interior of classrooms have dirty tiles, dirty carpets, and a fan has large layer of dust over the fan blades and the fan cover. The window sill has dirt, dust and dead insects.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 27, 2022
746.1201(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
“There were a few incidents that required first aid and first aid was not given. A child in care tripped and injured his mouth and nose that resulted in bleeding. The child was brought it to be evaluated but after returning back on the playground the child's nose began bleeding again and the caregiver used his shirt to wipe the blood off his nose and mouth and then had him continue playing without requesting the first aid kit to additionally review his injuries. Additionally a second child had a bloody nose that was smeared across his face that was not attended to. Additionally, a third child pinched their finger under the bottom of the door as it was opened when entering the building from the playground and first aid was not provided.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 20, 2022
746.3701 - Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
“There were several trash cans without lids that were accessible to children that had items that could attract pests and have. Additionally, a cord to a radio is expended down a tall cabinet to the used outlet. The cord is not secured, and the radio could be pulled down easily. Additionally, there are several outlets in rooms used by children under the age of 5 that do not have outlet covers.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 20, 2022
746.4607(b)(1) - Maximum Height - Under Age 2
“Children under the age of 2 are limited to equipment no higher than 32 inches as the highest designated platform but the children under the age of 2 were observed playing on equipment higher than five feet in height.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 20, 2022
746.3301(f) - Nutrition and Food Service - Drinking Water Available and Served
“Water was not offered or served after coming inside from being outside for active play. Additionally water was not served during lunch time.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 20, 2022
746.2205(a)(4) - Written Activity Plan - No Long Waiting Periods
“The waiting period between the children coming in from outside and being seated for lunch was over a 30 minute period with books. The staff did attempt to sing songs prior to the books but the children immediately lost interest without the option of a different activity.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 20, 2022
- Aug 19, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
Aug 17, 2022Inspection3 rules cited
746.1203(5) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Children in Control
“A caregiver was unable to maintain control of the group of children she was responsible for. Observations at inspection include multiple children climbing on toys, striking each other, climbing on shelves and multiple minor injuries were observed due to the behavior of the children towards other children.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 19, 2022
746.3407(1) - Toys and Equipment to be Sanitized Set Aside
“Two classrooms were observed at inspection with children placing toys in their mouths and the toys were not placed aside. These same toys were then observed being placed in another child's mouth.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 19, 2022
746.3415(4) - Employee Handwashing After Diapering a Child
“Diaper changing was observed at inspection and the caregiver did not wash hands in between any of the diaper changing changes or after handling cleaning supplies. The children additionally did not wash their hands.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 19, 2022
- Aug 9, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
- Aug 2, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
Jul 26, 2022Inspection3 rules cited
746.2417(2)(B) - Activities for Infants - Not in Restrictive Device for more than 15 Minutes
“Older infants were observed seated and buckled at the multi occupancy table for over 20 minutes prior to the start of a meal time. A younger infant was seated in a restrictive device on the floor awake for over 20 minutes prior to being removed for a diaper change and then re-seated in the restrictive device.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 2, 2022
746.1203(5) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Children in Control
“It was observed at inspection that a caregiver was unable to maintain control of the children she was responsible for. Children were climbing on shelves and tables. One child jumped off a shelf 16 times despite verbal requests to stop by the caregiver.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 2, 2022
746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
“The playground used by older children has large amounts of weeds emerging from the loose fill of the playground structure within the use zone.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 2, 2022
Jul 19, 2022Inspection1 rule cited
746.2426 - Infant May Not Sleep in a Restrictive Device
“An infant was observed at inspection asleep in a restrictive device.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 26, 2022
- Jul 13, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
Jul 5, 2022Complaint investigation2 rules cited
746.1203(5) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Children in Control
“A caregiver was unable to maintain control of the children she was responsible for. Children were climbing on shelves and tables. Children additionally began pushing multiple shelves over as well as repeatedly hitting each other.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 19, 2022
746.3407(1) - Toys and Equipment to be Sanitized Set Aside
“Based on the evidence obtained during the investigation, toys are not being put side for sanitizing after a child has placed the toy in their mouth.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 17, 2022
- Jun 21, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
- Jun 14, 2022VisitNo rules cited
Jun 13, 2022Inspection1 rule cited
746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
“The toddler classroom that had chipped shelving had it replaced and the broken tiles covered to prevent injury. The ants on the playground has been treated and eliminated the ants. Cigarettes' butts were still present on the playground. These were removed at inspection.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 21, 2022
Jun 3, 2022Inspection1 rule cited
746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
“Various areas of the operation has areas that require attention and repair. The pre-k classroom has toy shelves with chipped protective covering on various areas. Two pieces of floor tile is exposed that is cracked and broken off. The larger playground has several cigarettes near the picnic tables that children use. The cigarettes were removed and disposed of at inspection. Both playgrounds have fire ants that are very active across various parts of the outdoor play space.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 13, 2022
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FAQ
Questions about Sunshine Valley Child Care Center
Is Sunshine Valley Child Care Center licensed?
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued December 10, 2018.
When was Sunshine Valley Child Care Center last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on April 9, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 15 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Sunshine Valley Child Care Center had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 5 rules across 3 of 15 visits in the last 3 years; 5 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 Sunshine Valley Child Care Center care for?
68, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Sunshine Valley Child Care Center accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Sunshine Valley Child Care Center'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 Sunshine Valley Child Care Center cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (806) 381-1659 to ask.
What is Sunshine Valley Child Care Center's phone number?
(806) 381-1659.
Where is Sunshine Valley Child Care Center?
4618 River Rd, Amarillo, TX 79108. The nearest other daycare we list is Pleasant Valley Baptist Church, 0.4 miles away.