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Lumberton, TX 77657 · infants to preschool · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
The Learning Center
- licensed capacity
- 186
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $135
- year first permitted
- 2009
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About
About The Learning Center
The Learning Center is a licensed child care center in Lumberton, Texas. The state has permitted it since April 27, 2009, for up to 186 children, serving infants, 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 9 visits in the last 3 years and cited 6 rules across 5 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
- 186 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 6:30 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 | 186 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
The Learning Center has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Hardin County has a median price of $135 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$135
Home daycare$124
Toddler
Center$128
Home daycare$119
Preschool
Center$125
Home daycare$118
School age
Center$120
Home daycare$113
State record
Inspection reports for The Learning Center
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Full Permit
- Capacity
- 186 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Permit issued
- 2009
- License number
- #944190
Summary
9 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Aug 31, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 5 of 9 visits · 6 rules in all · 6 corrected
- Safe sleep 2
- Records and paperwork 1
- Transportation 1
- Supervision and ratios 1
- 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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See all 17 visits
- Aug 31, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Aug 25, 2026Inspection2 rules cited
746.2415(b) - AP Cribs - Only Snug Fitting Sheet and Crib Mattress Cover Allowed if Infant Younger than 12 Months of Age
“An infant crib was observed to have toys with the child present inside after waking from sleep. Another infant under a month old was observed to have a pacifier attached to their clothing while sleeping.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 31, 2026
746.2427 - AP Infants Sleep on Backs or Must Have Completed and Signed Sleep Exception Form for the Infant
“There was a child observed sleeping on their stomach without being able to independently roll over. The caregiver supervising reported that the infant prefers to sleep on their stomach.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 31, 2026
- Aug 21, 2026VisitNo rules cited
Jan 25, 2026Visit1 rule cited
746.303(b) - Report Number of Employees
“A Review of the Employees Who Left Employment in 2025 data from January 21, 2025, revealed that the center had not reported the number of employees who left employment in 2025 by January 15, 2026, as required.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 28, 2026
Oct 27, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
746.5617(a)(5) - Required Equipment in Vehicles - Fire Extinguisher
“The fire extinguisher in one of the operation's vans was not properly secured in the passenger compartment. A picture was taken.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 5, 2025
- Sep 3, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Aug 26, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
“During the walk through, one caregiver was observed with 7 children. The specified age group for this class was determined to be 12-17 months of age. One caregiver can only have 5 children with this specified age group. This was corrected when another caregiver came into the room.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 3, 2025
Aug 18, 2025Complaint investigation1 rule cited
746.2419(8) - Requirements for Feeding Infants - Other Use of Handwashing Sink
“Evidence supports through caregiver interview that cups used for infants are being washed in the handwashing sink.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 3, 2025
- Oct 28, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Nov 1, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
746.501(a)(30) - Written Operational Policies - Support inclusive services
“The operational policies were lacking information related to the support of inclusive services.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 6, 2023
Show 7 earlier visits
- Sep 19, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
- Sep 11, 2023VisitNo rules cited
- Nov 9, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
Nov 2, 2022Inspection4 rules cited
746.1203(6) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Free of other activities
“One caregiver was observed using a cell phone for personal use during naptime. This was discussed with the Director.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 9, 2022
746.2415(b) - AP Cribs - Only Snug Fitting Sheet and Crib Mattress Cover Allowed if Infant Younger than 12 Months of Age
“Two infants in care that were younger that 12 months of age were observed with a boppy pillow and blanket in their cribs.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 9, 2022
746.2409(a)(2) - Safety Requirements for Cribs - Snug Fitting Sheets
“Two cribs had sheets that were not snug fitting. The sheets were loose and able to be grabbed off of the mattress.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 9, 2022
746.2419(3) - Requirements for Feeding Infants - Never Prop Bottles
“During the inspection, one infant was observed with a propped bottle. This was corrected during the inspection.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 9, 2022
- Dec 20, 2021InspectionNo rules cited
- Dec 16, 2021VisitNo rules cited
Nov 29, 2021Inspection2 rules cited
746.603(a)(4) - Children's Records - Immunizations
“Three children's records were lacking a current immunization record.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 1, 2021
746.2407 - Infant Care Area Furnishings and Equipment -Use of Safety Straps
“The infants in the 12-18 month room did have the straps on while sitting at the toddler table. Caregivers put the straps on during the inspection.”
Corrected during the visit
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FAQ
Questions about The Learning Center
Is The Learning Center licensed?
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued April 27, 2009.
When was The Learning Center last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on August 31, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 9 visits in the last 3 years.
Has The Learning Center had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 6 rules across 5 of 9 visits in the last 3 years; 6 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 Learning Center care for?
186, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does The Learning Center accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are The 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 The Learning Center cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (409) 755-2999 to ask.
What is The Learning Center's phone number?
(409) 755-2999.
Where is The Learning Center?
124 Country Lane Dr, Lumberton, TX 77657. The nearest other daycare we list is Raider Days, under 0.1 miles away.