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Pflugerville, TX 78660 · infants to school-age · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
The Learning Experience
- licensed capacity
- 200
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $229
- year first permitted
- 2020
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About
About The Learning Experience
The Learning Experience is a licensed child care center in Pflugerville, Texas. The state has permitted it since June 12, 2020, for up to 200 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM. It describes its programs: infant care, pre-k, preschool and toddler care.
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 53 visits in the last 3 years and cited 45 rules across 17 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsPreschool / pre-KSchool-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
- 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 200 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Thursday | 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Friday | 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license. It lists: 6 weeks to 6 years |
|---|---|
| Programs | Infant care, pre-k, preschool and toddler care |
| Curriculum | L.E.A.P.® Curriculum |
| Enrichment | Music, art, STEM activities, cultural awareness |
| Staff | Curriculum Coordinator holds a master's degree in child and family studies |
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 200 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
The Learning Experience has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Travis County has a median price of $229 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$229
Home daycare$206
Toddler
Center$214
Home daycare$196
Preschool
Center$209
Home daycare$194
School age
Center$197
Home daycare$184
State record
Inspection reports for The Learning Experience
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Full Permit
- Capacity
- 200 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Permit issued
- 2020
- License number
- #1700538
Summary
53 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Sep 11, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 18 of 53 visits · 45 rules in all · 45 corrected
- Supervision and ratios 13
- Health, medication and illness 7
- Discipline and child guidance 7
- Records and paperwork 4
- Food and nutrition 4
- Background checks 3
- Safe sleep 3
- Safety and hazards 2
- Staff training and qualifications 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 11, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Sep 1, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Aug 4, 2026Complaint investigation1 rule cited
745.635(3) - AP Background ck determination - If provisionally eligible w/conditions or eligible w/conditions you must restrict duties per conditions/restrictions
“This standard was found deficient as part of a DFPS investigation when caregiver was not following conditions of a background check.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 1, 2026
- Jul 31, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Jul 29, 2026VisitNo rules cited
- Jul 24, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Jul 22, 2026Visit3 rules cited
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
“Information obtained throughout the investigation shows that a child was left unsupervised in the hallway while still signed in to care. The assigned caregiver left the area without verifying the child’s whereabouts, resulting in a lapse in supervision.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 1, 2026
746.701(5) - Licensing Incident/Illness Report Form - Situations Placing Children at Risk
“Information obtained throughout the investigation shows the operation did not provide the parent with a copy of the incident report within the required time frame.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 1, 2026
746.307(b)(4) - Parental Communication - Situation that Placed a Child at Risk
“Information obtained throughout the investigation shows the operation did notify parents, but not immediately as required by minimum standards.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 1, 2026
May 27, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
746.2421(b) - Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days
“8 out of 16 children's infant feeding sheets had not been updated within the last 30 days.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 9, 2026
- Apr 24, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Mar 24, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Show 66 earlier visits
- Feb 13, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Feb 12, 2026Complaint investigation3 rules cited
746.1205(a)(1) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know children responsible for
“Information obtained throughout the investigation shows that the caregiver did not ensure she knew which children she was responsible for. As a result, a child was left behind in the classroom.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 24, 2026
746.1203(10) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Share Information with Incoming Caregivers
“Information obtained throughout the investigation shows that the caregiver did not share relevant information with the incoming caregiver, including parent instructions and details about the child. As a result, continuity of care was not maintained.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 24, 2026
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
“Information obtained throughout the investigation shows that a caregiver left a child alone in a classroom. The assigned caregiver left the area without verifying the child’s whereabouts, resulting in a lapse in supervision.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 24, 2026
- Feb 11, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Feb 9, 2026VisitNo rules cited
Jan 30, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
“A caregiver was out of ratio, when she was observed caring for 7 children instead of 5.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 11, 2026
- Jan 12, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Jan 8, 2026Complaint investigation2 rules cited
746.2905(1) - Children Not Required to Sleep - May Not Force Child to Sleep
“Information obtained throughout the investigation shows the caregivers reported they used physical force to make a child nap or rest during naptime.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 11, 2026
746.305(a)(6) - Report Situation Placing Children at Risk
“Information obtained throughout the investigation shows the operation did not report an occurrence that placed a child at risk for injury or harm as required.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 11, 2026
- Jan 7, 2026VisitNo rules cited
Oct 14, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
746.1609 - Maximum Group Size 13 or More Children
“Upon arrival, observed two caregivers in one classroom with 16 children; SAG - 17 months. This was corrected when the second caregiver in one of the groups arrived to work.”
Corrected during the visit
746.2417(8) - Activities for Infants - Provide Large Muscle Development
“Observed the Sit-Up Support Ring being used by an 5 month old infant as a tummy time support pillow. This was corrected when the caregiver removed the Sit-Up support ring from the infant's chest.”
Corrected during the visit
- Aug 26, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Jul 2, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Jul 1, 2025VisitNo rules cited
- Jun 26, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Jun 12, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
746.3417(1) - Children Handwashing Before Eating
“The toddlers' hands were not washed before eating their breakfast/snack. Prior to mealtime, they were observed playing with toys in the classroom.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 26, 2025
746.2421(a) - Written Feeding Instructions - Signed and Dated by Parent or Health-Care Professional
“During the follow up inspection, it was found that the teachers were signing and dating the infant feeding instructions.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 26, 2025
Jun 5, 2025Inspection6 rules cited
746.3407(6) - Empty Water Play Tables, Sanitize Water Play Toys, Wash Hands Before Using
“There was standing water and debirs inside of the sensory table located on the playground. This was corrected when the director dump the water out of the sensory table.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 12, 2025
746.2419(8) - Requirements for Feeding Infants - Other Use of Handwashing Sink
“In the toddler room, observed feeding bibs in the handwashing sink. This was correceted when the bibs were removed from the sink.”
Corrected during the visit
746.2205(a)(4) - Written Activity Plan - No Long Waiting Periods
“Observed children in one classroom sitting at the table without an activity. This was corrected when the caregiver let the children play in centers.”
Corrected during the visit
746.2505(4)(C) - Furnishings and Equipment for Toddlers - Never Allow Toddlers to Sleep or Walk With Bottles and Training Cups
“Observed three toddlers walking around the classroom with their training cups. This was corrected when the director sat each child down in a chair.”
Corrected during the visit
745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
“An active background check was unavailable to review for one caregiver who was present and supervising children. This was corrected when the caregiver left the operation.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 12, 2025
746.1205(a)(2) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know number of children responsible for
“One caregiver did not know how many children she was supervising. This was corrected when the caregiver counted the children and corrected her initial answer.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 12, 2025
- Apr 30, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Apr 26, 2025VisitNo rules cited
- Mar 28, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Mar 26, 2025VisitNo rules cited
- Mar 25, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Mar 18, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
746.1203(4) - Provide care consistent with child's habits, interests, strengths, special needs, including any special supervision needs
“The operation failed to provide care consistent with the child’s needs when a child was served food that he was not supposed to consume on two separate dates while in care at the operation.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 28, 2025
746.1205(a)(2) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know number of children responsible for
“One caregiver did not know how many children she was responsible for during inspection.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 25, 2025
Mar 18, 2025Complaint investigation2 rules cited
746.1203(4) - Provide care consistent with child's habits, interests, strengths, special needs, including any special supervision needs
“The operation failed to provide care consistent with the child’s needs when a child was served food that he was not supposed to consume on two separate dates while in care at the operation.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 28, 2025
746.1205(a)(2) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know number of children responsible for
“One caregiver did not know how many children she was responsible for during inspection.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 25, 2025
Mar 17, 2025Complaint investigation12 rules cited
746.701(5) - Licensing Incident/Illness Report Form - Situations Placing Children at Risk
“There was no incident report written for an incident where a child was unsupervised at the operation or for behavioral issues with a child that occurred at the operation.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 28, 2025
746.2207(c)(1) - Screen Time Activities - Related to Planned Activities
“It was found during an investigation that children are using tablets which is not part of the activity plan.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 25, 2025
746.3301(b) - Nutrition and Food Service - Follow Meal Patterns
“The operation was found during an investigation to be serving candy, soda, and cupcakes to a child in care regularly which does meet the meals and snacks must follow the meal patterns established by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) that is administered by the Texas Department of Agriculture.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 25, 2025
746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
“The operation was found during an investigation to be out of ratio in one classroom when they had one caregiver with 18-20 children in a classroom that is only supposed to have 15 children with one caregiver.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 25, 2025
746.2205(a)(4) - Written Activity Plan - No Long Waiting Periods
“Multiple children were found during the investigation to have long waiting periods between activities and/or prolonged periods during which children stand or sit specifically at the front desk and/or in the director’s office.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 28, 2025
746.2901 - Supervised Naptime Daily
“A child was not provided nap or rest time even though the child was in care more than 5 hours.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 28, 2025
746.305(a)(6) - Report Situation Placing Children at Risk
“It was found during an investigation that there was one incident where a child was unsupervised at the operation that was not reported to CCR.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 28, 2025
746.501(a)(8) - Written Operational Policies - Suspension and Expulsion
“The operation does not have a written operational policy that addresses suspension and expulsion.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 28, 2025
746.1201(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
“Good judgement-When a child was exhibiting behavior issues in the class, administration did not provide the caregivers additional resources or support to help the child and protect the safety of the other children in the classroom.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 25, 2025
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
“One child was unsupervised while present at the operation when the child was able to leave their classroom without the assigned caregiver being aware of their whereabouts in the operation.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 25, 2025
746.2207(c)(3) - Screen Time Activities - Not Exceed One Hour Daily
“One child was found to be using a personal cellular phone and/or tablet throughout the day that exceeds one hour per day.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 25, 2025
746.2805(5) - Prohibited Punishments - Humiliating, Rejecting, Yelling
“One staff raised their voice while disciplining the child humiliating the child in the classroom in front of the other children and staff, blaming the child for being hit by another child while present at the operation. Specifically, using a harsh tone while telling the child it was their fault they were hit for following the other child.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 25, 2025
Mar 14, 2025Complaint investigation1 rule cited
746.707 - Incident/Illness Report Form Shared with Parent
“The operation did not share a copy of an incident report with a parent or obtain a parent's signature on it within 48 hours of when the incident occurred.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 17, 2025
Mar 14, 2025Visit1 rule cited
746.707 - Incident/Illness Report Form Shared with Parent
“The operation did not share a copy of an incident report with a parent or obtain a parent's signature on it within 48 hours of when the incident occurred.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 17, 2025
- Nov 21, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Oct 30, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Oct 24, 2024VisitNo rules cited
- Sep 13, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Aug 26, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Aug 23, 2024VisitNo rules cited
- Aug 15, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Aug 14, 2024VisitNo rules cited
Aug 12, 2024Visit2 rules cited
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
“During an investigation it was found that children are not being properly supervised when using the Make-Believe Room.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 13, 2024
745.635(3) - AP Background ck determination - If provisionally eligible w/conditions or eligible w/conditions you must restrict duties per conditions/restrictions
“During an investigation it was discovered the operation was not following the conditions placed on a background check.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 13, 2024
- Aug 8, 2024VisitNo rules cited
- Aug 8, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Jul 22, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Jun 24, 2024Visit1 rule cited
746.305(a)(2) - AP Report Child Injury Requiring Medical Treatment by a Health-Care Professional or Hospitalization
“The operation failed to properly notify CCR of an injury to a child that required medical treatment.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 15, 2024
Mar 7, 2024Visit1 rule cited
746.201(9) - Complying with Laws and Rules
“The operation provided CCR with a falsified training certificate from Shade Tree Learning.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 8, 2024
- Feb 27, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Feb 1, 2024Inspection5 rules cited
746.1205(a)(2) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know number of children responsible for
“Two caregivers in two classrooms did not know how many children they were responsible for. This was corrected at inspection when the caregivers were made aware of the correct number of children present in each classroom.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 27, 2024
746.3401(a) - Annual Sanitation Inspection
“The operation did not have a sanitation inspection completed in the last 12 months.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 13, 2024
746.5101(a) - Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
“The operation did not have a fire inspection completed within the last 12 months.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 13, 2024
746.5307(a) - Inspect Fire Extinguishers Monthly
“The operation was not conducting monthly fire extinguisher inspections. This was corrected at inspection when the director conducted the monthly check of the fire extinguishers.”
Corrected during the visit
746.2409(a)(2) - Safety Requirements for Cribs - Snug Fitting Sheets
“Two infant cribs did not have snug fitting sheets on the mattress. This was corrected at inspection when the caregivers changed the sheets.”
Corrected during the visit
- Jan 30, 2024VisitNo rules cited
- Nov 15, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
- Oct 6, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
Oct 3, 2023Complaint investigation1 rule cited
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
“A child was left on the playground for an unknown amount of time.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 15, 2023
- Sep 26, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
- Aug 15, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
Aug 11, 2023Complaint investigation1 rule cited
746.2424 - Infants sleep in Designated Crib, Cot, Bed, or Mat
“Based on the information obtained, it was determined that an infant was observed sleeping on the floor on top of a boppy pillow.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 26, 2023
- May 30, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
- May 8, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
May 5, 2023Visit1 rule cited
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
“A child was left on the playground for approx. ten minutes.”
The state verified the correction on May 30, 2023
- Apr 3, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
- Mar 31, 2023VisitNo rules cited
Feb 28, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
“Caregiver with a pending background check was observed supervising children in care. The caregiver was asked to leave the operation during the inspection.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 8, 2023
Feb 10, 2023Inspection4 rules cited
745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
“A caregiver supervising children in care did not have a complete background check on file. This was corrected when the caregiver left the operation.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 23, 2023
746.2421(b) - Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days
“Current infant feeding instructions were not available for review for ten of the 18 infant records reviewed”
The state verified the correction on Feb 28, 2023
746.1613(a) - Reduction of child/caregiver naptime ratio by 50% allowed, If 13 or more children in care, children are 18 mo. or older and other standards met
“Observed one caregiver supervising 10 children, ages 13 to 18 mos, during naptime. This was corrected when the second caregiver entered the classroom shortly after CCR.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 28, 2023
746.603(a)(6) - Children's Records - Vision and Hearing Screening
“Hearing and vision screening was not available for review for three of the students records reviewed.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 8, 2023
- Nov 14, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
- Nov 7, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
Nov 3, 2022Complaint investigation1 rule cited
746.1203(4) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Supervision of Children
“Per the investigation, it was deteremined that a child was left unattended while in care.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 14, 2022
- Sep 29, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
- Aug 11, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
- Aug 9, 2022VisitNo rules cited
- Mar 24, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
- Nov 5, 2021InspectionNo rules cited
- Nov 4, 2021InspectionNo rules cited
- Nov 4, 2021VisitNo rules cited
- Nov 3, 2021VisitNo rules cited
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FAQ
Questions about The Learning Experience
Is The Learning Experience licensed?
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued June 12, 2020.
When was The Learning Experience last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on September 11, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 53 visits in the last 3 years.
Has The Learning Experience had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 45 rules across 18 of 53 visits in the last 3 years; 45 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 Experience care for?
200, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does The Learning Experience accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are The Learning Experience's hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does The Learning Experience cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (512) 202-3261 to ask.
What is The Learning Experience's phone number?
(512) 202-3261.
Where is The Learning Experience?
701 FM 685, Pflugerville, TX 78660. The nearest other daycare we list is Marimont Montessori, under 0.1 miles away.