ABC Kids Fun 2 Learn Center
Hempstead, TX 77445 · toddlers to school-age · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
The Learning Tree
- licensed capacity
- 65
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $185
- year first permitted
- 2016
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About
About The Learning Tree
The Learning Tree is a licensed child care center in Hempstead, Texas. The state has permitted it since August 22, 2016, for up to 65 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 5:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 6 visits in the last 3 years and cited 8 rules across 3 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- 5:00 AM to 5:00 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 65 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 5:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 5:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 5:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Thursday | 5:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Friday | 5:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Licensed capacity | 65 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
The Learning Tree has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Waller County has a median price of $185 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$185
Home daycare$164
Toddler
Center$172
Home daycare$155
Preschool
Center$167
Home daycare$153
School age
Center$156
Home daycare$144
State record
Inspection reports for The Learning Tree
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Full Permit
- Capacity
- 65 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Permit issued
- 2016
- License number
- #1620082
Summary
6 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Dec 16, 2025: no rules cited
Rules cited on 3 of 6 visits · 8 rules in all · 8 corrected
- Discipline and child guidance 6
- Background checks 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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- Dec 16, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Mar 20, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Dec 16, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Jul 10, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
“A caregiver counted in the child-caregiver ratio was present in the infant classroom without an Eligible background check. Note: The caregiver was asked by the director to leave the premises. The caregiver left the operation.”
Corrected during the visit
Apr 11, 2024Complaint investigation4 rules cited
746.2207(c)(1) - Screen Time Activities - Related to Planned Activities
“Based on the information received during the DFPS investigation, there is sufficient evidence to support that children are allowed non-activity guided screen time.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 10, 2024
746.2805(1) - Prohibited Punishments - Corporal Punishment
“Based on the information received during the DFPS investigation, there is sufficient evidence to support that children in care are inappropriately disciplined.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 10, 2024
746.2805(10) - Prohibited Punishments - Using Inappropriate Long Period of Silence or Inactivity Including Requiring Child to Remain in a Restrictive Device
“Based on the information gathered during the DFPS investigation, there is sufficient evidence to support that children are left in time out for long periods of time.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 10, 2024
746.1201(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
“Based on the information gathered during the DFPS investigation there is sufficient evidence to support the caregiver did not use good judgement by making children stand in a corner facing a wall and placing their hands over their heads and or on their heads.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 10, 2024
Jan 9, 2024Inspection3 rules cited
746.2207(a) - Screen Time Activities - Not Used for Under Two
“Children 2 years old and younger were observed watching television. Note: This was corrected at inspection with the caregiver powered off the television and took the children to another class for free play.”
Corrected during the visit
746.3401(a) - Annual Sanitation Inspection
“The operation did not have a current sanitation inspection available for review during the inspection.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 12, 2024
746.2207(c)(1) - Screen Time Activities - Related to Planned Activities
“Two school age children were observed on their cell phones, not related to a planned activity. Note: this was corrected at inspection when the caregiver instructed the children to put the phones away.”
Corrected during the visit
Jan 10, 2023Inspection10 rules cited
746.611(a)(1) - Required Health Statement - Written, dated within past year, indicates child is physically able to participate in operation's child-care program
“6 children in care did not have a required health statement.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 3, 2023
746.5205(3) - Sheltering Drills for Lock-Down-4 times in a calendar year
“There were 0 of 4 lock down drills conducted for the year of 2022.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 17, 2023
746.5205(1) - Fire Drill Monthly - Exit in 3 Minutes
“All fire drills for the year of 2022 exceeded the 3 minute required exit time.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 17, 2023
746.901(2) - Required Personnel Records- Meets Requirements
“4 out 5 staff did not have proof of education in their personnel file.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 13, 2023
746.5617(a)(2) - Required Equipment in Vehicles - Emergency Medical Information
“Seven (7) children who are transported by the operation did not have emergency medical transport and treatment authorization forms”
The state verified the correction on Jan 20, 2023
746.1315(a) - Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric first aid with rescue breathing and choking.
“A caregiver counted in the child-caregiver ratio did not have current pediatric first aid training.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 20, 2023
746.3803(a)(1) - Medication Authorization - Signed and Dated
“Several medication forms for children in care is not signed by the parent.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 13, 2023
746.1203(6) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Free of other activities
“The caregiver in charge was also counted in child-caregiver ratio. Note: This was corrected when the director arrived at the operation.”
Corrected during the visit
746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
“The entry door to the infant classroom is loose and portion of the door is hanging off the hinges.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 17, 2023
746.1315(b) - Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric CPR
“A caregiver counted in the child-caregiver ratio did not have current pediatric CPR training.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 20, 2023
Jan 21, 2022Inspection2 rules cited
746.501(a)(18) - Written Operational Policies - Promotion of Physical Activity
“The parent handbook was missing the following policies regarding activities: The benefits of physical activity and outdoor play; The duration of physical activity at your operation, both indoor and outdoor; and The plan to ensure physical activity occurs on days when extreme weather conditions prohibit or limit outdoor play.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 24, 2022
746.605(6) - Required Admission Information - Emergency Contact
“One child's record was missing the address for the emergency contact.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 24, 2022
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FAQ
Questions about The Learning Tree
Is The Learning Tree licensed?
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued August 22, 2016.
When was The Learning Tree last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on December 16, 2025, with no rules cited. It lists 6 visits in the last 3 years.
Has The Learning Tree had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 8 rules across 3 of 6 visits in the last 3 years; 8 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 Tree care for?
65, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does The Learning Tree accept child care subsidies?
The state record does not list it as accepting subsidies. Ask the provider directly.
What are The Learning Tree's hours?
Monday to Friday, 5:00 AM to 5:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does The Learning Tree cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (979) 826-4703 to ask.
What is The Learning Tree's phone number?
(979) 826-4703.
Where is The Learning Tree?
1241 1st St, Hempstead, TX 77445. The nearest other daycare we list is Maria Esperanza Torres, 0.4 miles away.