Methodist Day School
100 Spring St, Del Rio, TX
The Learning Express Center LLC #1
- licensed capacity
- 62
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $130
- year first permitted
- 2018
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About
About The Learning Express Center LLC #1
The Learning Express Center LLC #1 is a licensed child care center in Del Rio, Texas. The state has permitted it since May 1, 2018, for up to 62 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:15 AM to 6:00 PM. It describes its programs: after-school care, before-school care, infant care and pre-k. It says it provides meals.
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 9 visits in the last 3 years and cited 4 rules across 3 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsPreschool / pre-KBefore- and after-schoolSummer campMeals providedAccepts child care subsidyOpens before 7 AM
Ages served: infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
6 wk
6 mo
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12 yr
Ask when you call: rates, current openings, staff-to-child ratio and teacher qualifications.
- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 62 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 6:15 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:15 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:15 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 6:15 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 6:15 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. It lists: 6 weeks-12 years |
|---|---|
| Programs | After-school care, before-school care, infant care, pre-k, preschool, summer camp and toddler care |
| Curriculum | Creative Curriculum® |
| Enrichment | Spanish, sign language, & literacy programs |
| Daily life | Meals provided; Snacks provided |
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Discounts | $10 off per week for each additional child enrolled full-time |
| Transportation | Transportation (Transportation for school-age children between elementary schools and our center) |
| Parent updates | Parent app (MySunshineHouse app) |
| More | Founded 1975 |
| Licensed capacity | 62 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
The Learning Express Center LLC #1 has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Val Verde County has a median price of $130 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$130
Home daycare$120
Toddler
Center$124
Home daycare$117
Preschool
Center$122
Home daycare$116
School age
Center$117
Home daycare$112
State record
Inspection reports for The Learning Express Center LLC #1
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Full Permit
- Capacity
- 62 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Permit issued
- 2018
- License number
- #1671326
Summary
9 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Sep 23, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 3 of 9 visits · 4 rules in all · 4 corrected
- Safety and hazards 1
- Transportation 1
- Records and paperwork 1
- Health, medication and illness 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
- Aug 17, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Jun 9, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
746.5307(b) - Fire Extinguishers Serviced
“Three fire extinguishers were last serviced MAY 2025.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 11, 2026
- Jul 21, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Nov 21, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
746.5607(b) - Child Passenger Safety Seat System - Not expired or damaged in accident
“The opertaion had 5 booster seats that were expired. This was corrected at inspection when the director removed these carseats from vans they used.”
Corrected during the visit
746.501(a)(23) - Written Operational Policies - Procedures parents access minimum standards online, TX A/N hotline, and HHSC website
“The operation did not have instructions on how parents may access minimum standards online in their operational policy.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 22, 2024
- Apr 6, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Apr 5, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
746.613(b) - Immunization Records, Exceptions, and Exemptions Current
“3 of 6 childrens files were lacking required immunizations in file.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 17, 2024
- Mar 11, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Mar 7, 2024VisitNo rules cited
- Oct 27, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
Show 10 earlier visits
Sep 27, 2023Inspection5 rules cited
746.4907(a)(1) - Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Six Inches if Equipment 5 Ft or Less
“The center does not have 6 inches of loose fill in the playground with the play structure.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 27, 2023
746.2911 - Adequate Lighting During Naptime
“The infant classroom was dark to the point you could not see the children in care.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 27, 2023
746.501(a)(30) - Written Operational Policies - Support inclusive services
“The operational policy lacks the criteria the center will use to meet the special need requirements.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 27, 2023
746.1013(a)(1) - Director's Absence - Caregiver in Charge Knows in Charge
“The person left in charge did not come forward when asked who was in charge while the director was out.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 27, 2023
746.501(a)(18)(F) - Written Operational Policies - Criteria for Extreme Weather
“The operational policy lacks the criteria the center will use to define extreme weather.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 27, 2023
- May 3, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
- Apr 28, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
Feb 28, 2023Complaint investigation4 rules cited
746.1003(1) - Director Responsibilities - Operate in Compliance
“The parent notified the center that the child had a tendency to run away, and the director did not ensure there was a plan in place or sufficient staff to meet the special supervision requirements for the child.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 28, 2023
746.1203(4) - Provide care consistent with child's habits, interests, strengths, special needs, including any special supervision needs
“The center failed to meet the special supervision needs of the child because the parent notified the center that the child was known to run away.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 28, 2023
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 unsupervised in the playground for approximately 17 minutes. During this time, the child left the playground and was found walking away from the center.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 28, 2023
746.1201(4) - AP Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Ensure No Child Abused, Neglected, or Exploited
“A caregiver neglected to account for all the children prior to leaving the playground and left a child unsupervised. The child was unsupervised for approximately 17 minutes, during which time the child left the playground. The child was found by people passing the center.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 28, 2023
- Nov 16, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
Nov 14, 2022Complaint investigation2 rules cited
746.4601(5) - Safety Requirements for Active Play Equipment - Securely Anchored
“The stationary teeter toter was not anchored properly.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 21, 2022
746.4901(a) - Active Play Surfacing In Use Zones - Loose Fill or Unitary Surfacing
“The stationary bouncing teeter totter was not installed over surfacing.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 21, 2022
- Nov 9, 2022VisitNo rules cited
Aug 17, 2022Inspection5 rules cited
746.401(11) - Required Postings-Licensing notices with instructions to post
“The permit renewal letter was not posted.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 19, 2022
746.1309(d) - Documented Annual Training - Caregivers of Children Under 24 Months Required
“Five out of five caregivers trainings reviewed had last taken the SIDS/Shaken Baby/Child Brain Development training on 05/22/2021.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 24, 2022
746.401(2) - Posting Requirements - Letter or form from the most recent Licensing Inspection or Investigation
“The investigation letter provided on 07/27 was not posted.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 17, 2022
746.1309(c) - Documented Annual Training - 1 hour in Prevention, Recognition and Reporting of child maltreatment
“Five out of five caregivers training reviewed had last taken the abuse and neglect training on 05/22/21.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 24, 2022
746.1309(e) - Documented Annual Training- Required Content
“Five out of five caregivers files reviewed had last taken the required training on 07/12/21.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 24, 2022
- Jun 10, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
- Jun 1, 2022VisitNo rules cited
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FAQ
Questions about The Learning Express Center LLC #1
Is The Learning Express Center LLC #1 licensed?
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued May 1, 2018.
When was The Learning Express Center LLC #1 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 9 visits in the last 3 years.
Has The Learning Express Center LLC #1 had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 4 rules across 3 of 9 visits in the last 3 years; 4 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 Express Center LLC #1 care for?
62, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does The Learning Express Center LLC #1 accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are The Learning Express Center LLC #1's hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:15 AM to 6:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does The Learning Express Center LLC #1 cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (830) 774-2250 to ask.
What is The Learning Express Center LLC #1's phone number?
(830) 774-2250.
Where is The Learning Express Center LLC #1?
101 W Ney St, Del Rio, TX 78840. The nearest other daycare we list is Methodist Day School, 0.4 miles away.