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Mineola, TX 75773 · infants to school-age · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
The Caterpillar Clubhouse
- licensed capacity
- 34
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $124
- year first permitted
- 2019
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About
About The Caterpillar Clubhouse
The Caterpillar Clubhouse is a licensed child care center in Quitman, Texas. The state has permitted it since September 9, 2019, for up to 34 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:45 AM to 5:30 PM.
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 17 visits in the last 3 years and cited 24 rules across 8 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsSchool-ageAccepts child care subsidyOpens before 7 AM
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
- 34 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 6:45 AM to 5:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:45 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:45 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Thursday | 6:45 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Friday | 6:45 AM to 5:30 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 | 34 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
The Caterpillar Clubhouse has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Wood 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$114
Toddler
Center$118
Home daycare$110
Preschool
Center$115
Home daycare$108
School age
Center$110
Home daycare$104
State record
Inspection reports for The Caterpillar Clubhouse
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Full Permit
- Capacity
- 34 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Permit issued
- 2019
- License number
- #1685885
Summary
17 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Sep 23, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 8 of 17 visits · 24 rules in all · 24 corrected
- Records and paperwork 6
- Building, equipment and play areas 5
- Safety and hazards 4
- Staff training and qualifications 3
- Food and nutrition 2
- Background checks 1
- Discipline and child guidance 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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- Sep 23, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Jul 14, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
746.2421(a) - Written Feeding Instructions - Signed and Dated by Parent or Health-Care Professional
“At the follow-up inspection, the parent has not dated the written feeding instruction for the youngest infant.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 15, 2026
Jun 26, 2026Inspection5 rules cited
746.3407(8) - Garbage Inaccessible to Children; Maintained in Sanitary Manner
“At the inspection, two garbage cans were accessible to children on the playground with no lids and the contents of the trash gave off an odor and trash was laying around on the ground.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 14, 2026
746.3407(9) - Floors, ceilings and Walls in Good Repair and Clean
“At the inspection, the walls in the classrooms, the floors in the classroom and the walkways to and from the playground must be clean and in good repair.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 14, 2026
746.3701 - Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
“At the inspection, a fan cord and an exposed muliple plug outlet were on the floor in the classroom and accessible to children. A can of hot shot and lighter fluid was accessible to children. All was corrected at the inspection.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 14, 2026
746.5205(4) - Documentation of Drills
“At the inspection, the documentation for the fire drills was incomplete and did not have dates, times, signatures on drills for May or June documentation.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 14, 2026
746.2421(a) - Written Feeding Instructions - Signed and Dated by Parent or Health-Care Professional
“At the inspection, the written feeding instruction for the youngest infant did not have a parent signature and was not dated.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 14, 2026
- Apr 16, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Apr 2, 2026Inspection2 rules cited
746.5307(b) - Fire Extinguishers Serviced
“At the follow-up inspection, the fire extinguisher has not been serviced since September of 2024. At the inspection, the fire extinguisher was tagged and last serviced in September 2024.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 16, 2026
746.901(4) - Required Personnel Records - Required Affidavit (Form 2985)
“At the follow-up inspection, one employment affidavit is needed to complete the personnel file.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 6, 2026
Mar 17, 2026Inspection9 rules cited
746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
“At the inspection, broken toys, chairs and trash were present on the playground.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 2, 2026
745.635(3) - AP Background ck determination - If provisionally eligible w/conditions or eligible w/conditions you must restrict duties per conditions/restrictions
“At the inspection, the operation violated the condition placed on the background check determination by allowing a caregiver to be left alone with a group of children.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 2, 2026
746.2805(5) - Prohibited Punishments - Humiliating, Rejecting, Yelling
“At the inspection, a caregiver was heard yelling at a child while playing in the classroom.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 2, 2026
746.901(4) - Required Personnel Records - Required Affidavit (Form 2985)
“At the inspection, two out of five personnel records reviewed did not include the notarized employment affidavit.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 2, 2026
746.1309(a) - Documented Annual Training Area - 24 Hours Required
“At the inspection, the training records for the staff were not in order and certificates were needing to be added for review.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 2, 2026
746.5205(4) - Documentation of Drills
“At the inspection, the emergency practice drills documentation was incomplete by not including the complete date and time, or the time of evacuation taken place.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 2, 2026
746.201(1) - Policies Comply with Rules
“At the inspection, the operational policy was incomplete and unavailable for review by Child Care Regulation.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 2, 2026
746.5307(b) - Fire Extinguishers Serviced
“At the inspection, the fire extinguisher was tagged and last serviced in September 2024.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 2, 2026
746.901(9) - Required Personnel Records - Photo Identification
“At the inspection, two out of five personnel records reviewed did not include a driver license or photo identification.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 2, 2026
- May 16, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- May 14, 2025VisitNo rules cited
May 9, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
746.5101(a) - Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
“At the inspection, the fire inspection has expired and the last report is dated 8/31/2023.”
The state verified the correction on May 15, 2025
746.4601(7) - Safety Requirements for Active Play Equipment - No Pinch, Crush, or Shear Points
“At the inspection, the wooden climbing play structure on the playground is missing two slats and has exposed screws.”
The state verified the correction on May 16, 2025
- Apr 10, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
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- Apr 7, 2025VisitNo rules cited
Jun 20, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
746.1301(a)(6)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - 30 Annual Training
“At the inspection, the director's training record was not available for review.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 25, 2024
- Mar 19, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Feb 29, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Jan 25, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Jan 24, 2024Complaint investigation4 rules cited
746.3407(9) - Floors, ceilings and Walls in Good Repair and Clean
“This standard was evaluated as part of the investigation and found to be deficient. The operation removed the paneling in the front bathroom due to a leak and had exposed beams.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 29, 2024
746.1003(1) - Director Responsibilities - Operate in Compliance
“This standard was evaluated as part of the investigation and found to be deficient. The director was not maintaining compliance with the minimum standards for a safe and healthy environment for children.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 29, 2024
746.1315(b)(1) - CPR Training and Recertification Adhere to Guidelines-skill based
“This standard was evaluated as part of the investigation and found to be deficient. A caregiver was hired on 1/23/24 and started working on 1/25/24 and was handed a certificate of attending a first aid training, that was not valid.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 29, 2024
746.1203(3)(D) - Personal use of electronic devices, such as cell phones, MP3 players, tablets, and video games
“This standard was evaluated as part of the investigation and found to be deficient. The caregiver was observed to be on her cellphone prior to getting up and moving a child on a nap mat with her foot.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 19, 2024
Jan 24, 2024Complaint investigation4 rules cited
746.3407(9) - Floors, ceilings and Walls in Good Repair and Clean
“This standard was evaluated as part of the investigation and found to be deficient. The operation removed the paneling in the front bathroom due to a leak and had exposed beams.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 29, 2024
746.1003(1) - Director Responsibilities - Operate in Compliance
“This standard was evaluated as part of the investigation and found to be deficient. The director was not maintaining compliance with the minimum standards for a safe and healthy environment for children.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 29, 2024
746.1315(b)(1) - CPR Training and Recertification Adhere to Guidelines-skill based
“This standard was evaluated as part of the investigation and found to be deficient. A caregiver was hired on 1/23/24 and started working on 1/25/24 and was handed a certificate of attending a first aid training, that was not valid.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 29, 2024
746.1203(3)(D) - Personal use of electronic devices, such as cell phones, MP3 players, tablets, and video games
“This standard was evaluated as part of the investigation and found to be deficient. The caregiver was observed to be on her cellphone prior to getting up and moving a child on a nap mat with her foot.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 19, 2024
Aug 18, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
746.801(8) - Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Playground Maintenance Records
“At the follow-up inspection, the checklists are posted but no documentation has been added to the form. At the follow-up inspection, the playground checklists have not been documented. At the inspection, the operation has not recorded the playground maintenance checklists.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 28, 2023
Aug 3, 2023Inspection4 rules cited
746.2911 - Adequate Lighting During Naptime
“At the follow-up inspection, the nap room was dark and children could not be seen on the floor where they were napping.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 18, 2023
746.3701 - Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
“At the follow-up inspection, clutter in the hallways and kitchen area is present, the flooring is a tripping hazard in the hallway to the playground, and stacks of materials and supplies are present. At the inspection, the operations classrooms, hallways, staircase and kitchen is cluttered with stacks of supplies, materials, and debris.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 18, 2023
746.2207(c)(4) - Screen Time Activities - Not Used During Eating or Rest Times
“At the follow-up inspection, a child was present in the kitchen office area viewing a tablet and the schoolers were using tablets during the scheduled nap time.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 18, 2023
746.801(8) - Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Playground Maintenance Records
“At the follow-up inspection, the playground checklists have not been documented. At the inspection, the operation has not recorded the playground maintenance checklists.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 18, 2023
Jul 7, 2023Inspection8 rules cited
746.603(a)(4) - Children's Records - Immunizations
“At the inspection, 2 out of 5 children's records reviewed did not have an updated immunization record included in the file.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 3, 2023
746.501(a)(18) - Written Operational Policies - Promotion of Physical Activity
“At the inspection, the operational policy reviewed did not include information related to the promotion of indoor/outdoor physical activity.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 3, 2023
746.603(a)(3) - Children's Records - Health Statement
“At the inspection, 4 out of 5 children's records reviewed did not have the healthcare provider statement included in the file.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 3, 2023
746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
“At the inspection, the grass on the playground is high and needs to be mowed and trash needs to be removed from the play area.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 3, 2023
746.3701 - Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
“At the inspection, the operations classrooms, hallways, staircase and kitchen is cluttered with stacks of supplies, materials, and debris.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 3, 2023
746.1301(a)(1)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Orientation
“At the inspection, the annual training certificates for the caregivers/director were not available to Child Care Regulation.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 3, 2023
746.5205(4) - Documentation of Drills
“At the inspection, the operation did not have documentation of the fire, severe weather or lockdown practice drills.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 3, 2023
746.801(8) - Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Playground Maintenance Records
“At the inspection, the operation has not recorded the playground maintenance checklists.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 3, 2023
- Jun 14, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
- May 15, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
May 12, 2023Complaint investigation1 rule cited
746.3317(1) - Food Service and Preparation Requirement - Sanitize Equipment
“This standard was evaluated during the investigation inspection and found deficient. The caregiver was observed feeding four infant's applesauce with the same spoon.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 14, 2023
- Apr 20, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
Mar 24, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
746.4501(b) - Chairs - Safety Straps Used if Required by Manufacturer
“At the follow-up inspection, four children were being pushed on the playground by a caregiver and were not strapped in the seats on the buggy. This was corrected at inspection by removing the children from the buggy.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 20, 2023
Mar 14, 2023Inspection2 rules cited
746.5403(a) - Gas Leak Inspection - Natural Gas
“At the inspection, the current gas leak inspection is expired and is dated 1/21/21.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 20, 2023
746.2207(a) - Screen Time Activities - Not Used for Under Two
“At the inspection, two children were watching the TV after breakfast and are under the age of 2 years old.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 24, 2023
- Oct 7, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
Sep 22, 2022Inspection3 rules cited
746.2407 - Infant Care Area Furnishings and Equipment -Use of Safety Straps
“At the follow-up inspection, two infants were not strapped into the infant equipment while being used. The caregiver corrected at inspection.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 27, 2022
746.4953(4) - Safety Requirements of SCPE - Installed, Maintained and Cleaned
“At the follow-up inspection, the bounce house was being used by children, four children were bouncing at the same time and the bounce house is not fully enclosed.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 7, 2022
746.901(5) - Required Personnel Records- Training Hours
“At the follow-up inspection, the directors training certificates for 2021 were not available for review.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 7, 2022
Aug 18, 2022Inspection5 rules cited
746.501(a)(18) - Written Operational Policies - Promotion of Physical Activity
“At the inspection, the operational policy did not have information related to the indoor/outdoor physical activity.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 29, 2022
746.901 - Required Personnel Records
“At the inspection, the 5 personnel records were not available for review.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 22, 2022
746.5307(b) - Fire Extinguishers Serviced
“At the inspection, the fire extinguisher was not dated, tagged and had not been serviced as required by manufacturer's instructions.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 26, 2022
746.501(a)(26) - Written Operational Policies - Preventing and Responding to Abuse and Neglect
“At the inspection, the operational policy did not address all the information related to child abuse/neglect.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 29, 2022
746.5101(a) - Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
“At the inspection, the fire inspection is dated 6/28/2021 and is expired.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 30, 2022
- Nov 16, 2021InspectionNo rules cited
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FAQ
Questions about The Caterpillar Clubhouse
Is The Caterpillar Clubhouse licensed?
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued September 9, 2019.
When was The Caterpillar Clubhouse last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on September 23, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 17 visits in the last 3 years.
Has The Caterpillar Clubhouse had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 24 rules across 8 of 17 visits in the last 3 years; 24 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 The Caterpillar Clubhouse care for?
34, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does The Caterpillar Clubhouse accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are The Caterpillar Clubhouse's hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:45 AM to 5:30 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does The Caterpillar Clubhouse cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (903) 492-3501 to ask.
What is The Caterpillar Clubhouse's phone number?
(903) 492-3501.
Where is The Caterpillar Clubhouse?
606 S Main St, Quitman, TX 75783. The nearest other daycare we list is Nannie's Playhouse, 1.2 miles away.