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The Willow Child Development Center
- licensed capacity
- 256
- open each week
- 5 days
- weekly, posted tuition
- $95
- year first permitted
- 1987
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About
About The Willow Child Development Center
The Willow Child Development Center is a licensed child care center in Garland, Texas. The state has permitted it since March 13, 1987, for up to 256 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM. It describes a Faith-based approach, with after-school care, drop-in care, full-time care and infant care. It lists weekly tuition from $95 to $240.
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 31 visits in the last 3 years and cited 9 rules across 7 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsBefore- and after-schoolSummer campFaith-basedOpens before 7 AMPosts tuition
Ages served: infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
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Ask when you call: current openings, staff-to-child ratio and teacher qualifications.
- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 256 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 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 |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license. It lists: 2 months to 5 years |
|---|---|
| Programs | After-school care, drop-in care, full-time care, infant care, part-time care, preschool, summer camp and toddler care |
| Approach | Faith-based |
| Curriculum | Abeka |
| Discounts | Teacher discount (Preschool & Pre-Kindergarten ONLY) |
| Transportation | Transportation (CDC transportation from school (3:30 p.m. - 6pm)) |
| Licensed capacity | 256 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
The Willow Child Development Center lists weekly tuition from $95 to $240. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Dallas County has a median price of $194 a week (U.S. Department of Labor, 2022).
| Weekly · program, in its own words | Price |
|---|---|
| 2-12 months | $240 |
| 18m & Older 2 days a week (T/TH) | $130 |
| 18m & Older 3 days a week (M/W/F) | $185 |
| With CDC transportation from school (3:30 p.m. - 6pm) | $135 |
| Without CDC transportation (3:30 p.m. - 6pm) | $95 |
| Summerama Registration (Includes 2 T-Shirts) | $70 |
| per child, due upon enrollment | $100 |
| Summerama Drop In Rate (no half-day drop in) | $50 a day |
5 posted prices. Rates change, so confirm before you enroll.
Infant
Center$194
Home daycare$172
Toddler
Center$180
Home daycare$163
Preschool
Center$175
Home daycare$160
School age
Center$164
Home daycare$151
State record
Inspection reports for The Willow Child Development Center
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Full Permit
- Capacity
- 256 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Permit issued
- 1987
- License number
- #42550
Summary
31 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Aug 14, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 9 of 31 visits · 9 rules in all · 9 corrected
- Food and nutrition 3
- Discipline and child guidance 2
- Safe sleep 2
- Supervision and ratios 1
- Safety and hazards 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 43 visits
- Aug 14, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Jul 31, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Jul 23, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Jul 21, 2026Visit1 rule cited
746.2419(6) - Requirements for Feeding Infants - Label Bottles/Cups
“This standard was evaluated as part of an investigation and found to be deficient. Caregivers failed to verify name on bottle prior to feeding which caused an infant to receive the wrong bottle.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 14, 2026
- Jul 9, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Jul 7, 2026VisitNo rules cited
- Jun 16, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- May 28, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
May 26, 2026Visit1 rule cited
746.2419(6) - Requirements for Feeding Infants - Label Bottles/Cups
“During the investigation, it was determined that the operation failed to ensure that infant bottle was labeled and that the correct bottle was provided to the appropriate child.”
Corrected during the visit
- Apr 17, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Show 33 earlier visits
- Apr 2, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Mar 26, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Mar 16, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Mar 5, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Mar 4, 2026Visit1 rule cited
746.2805(1) - Prohibited Punishments - Corporal Punishment
“After conducting interviews and reviewing the video footage, it was determined that a caregiver used inappropriate discipline by hitting a child on the arm.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 17, 2026
- Mar 2, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Feb 26, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Feb 24, 2026Visit1 rule cited
746.2909(3) - Arrangement of Napping Equipment -Provides Sufficient Walking and Work Space
“The operation did not place the mats for sufficient walking space between them.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 17, 2026
- Feb 13, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Jan 15, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Dec 23, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
746.2401(7) - Basic Requirements for Infants - Never Unsupervised
“During the practice of a safety/emergency drill, a child was left unsupervised in the classroom for approximately two minutes.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 15, 2026
Dec 23, 2025Visit1 rule cited
746.2401(7) - Basic Requirements for Infants - Never Unsupervised
“During the practice of a safety/emergency drill, a child was left unsupervised in the classroom for approximately two minutes.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 15, 2026
- Oct 7, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Jul 14, 2025VisitNo rules cited
- Apr 3, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Mar 27, 2025Inspection3 rules cited
746.2417(2)(B) - Activities for Infants - Not in Restrictive Device for more than 15 Minutes
“It was determined that two infants were obsevred in restrictive devices for over an hour.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 3, 2025
746.4501(b) - Chairs - Safety Straps Used if Required by Manufacturer
“Two classrooms had straps missing from seats infants are using on a daily basis.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 3, 2025
746.2415(b) - AP Cribs - Only Snug Fitting Sheet and Crib Mattress Cover Allowed if Infant Younger than 12 Months of Age
“It was determined than an infant under twelve months was placed in the crib multiple times with a blanket”
The state verified the correction on Apr 3, 2025
Mar 18, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
746.2421(a) - Written Feeding Instructions - Signed and Dated by Parent or Health-Care Professional
“Caregivers did not follow written feeding instructions, leading to an infant missing a bottle feeding.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 24, 2025
Mar 18, 2025Complaint investigation1 rule cited
746.2421(a) - Written Feeding Instructions - Signed and Dated by Parent or Health-Care Professional
“Caregivers did not follow written feeding instructions, leading to an infant missing a bottle feeding.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 24, 2025
- Sep 30, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Sep 26, 2024VisitNo rules cited
- Apr 18, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- May 3, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
- Mar 31, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
Mar 28, 2023Visit1 rule cited
746.1203(4) - Provide care consistent with child's habits, interests, strengths, special needs, including any special supervision needs
“Child was left outside on playground unattended for 10 minutes.”
The state verified the correction on May 3, 2023
- Mar 9, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
Feb 21, 2023Inspection2 rules cited
746.3703(d) - No Smoking or Use of Tobacco Including E-Cigarettes or Vaporizers
“Caregiver was smoking a controlled substance on the premises.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 9, 2023
746.3703(c) - Not Under the Influence of Alcohol or Controlled Substance
“Caregiver was allowed to supervise children under the influence.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 9, 2023
Feb 21, 2023Complaint investigation2 rules cited
746.3703(d) - No Smoking or Use of Tobacco Including E-Cigarettes or Vaporizers
“Caregiver was smoking a controlled substance on the premises.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 9, 2023
746.3703(c) - Not Under the Influence of Alcohol or Controlled Substance
“Caregiver was allowed to supervise children under the influence.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 9, 2023
- Nov 10, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
- Oct 6, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
Oct 5, 2022Visit2 rules cited
746.307(b)(4) - Parental Communication - Situation that Placed a Child at Risk
“The operation did notify a parent after a child was left unattended in the classroom when the fire alarm went off unexpectedly.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 10, 2022
746.1203(4) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Supervision of Children
“The caregivers did not follow their operation policy for supervision when transitioning children from the classroom.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 10, 2022
- Jun 2, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
- Feb 17, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
- Feb 14, 2022VisitNo rules cited
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FAQ
Questions about The Willow Child Development Center
Is The Willow Child Development Center licensed?
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued March 13, 1987.
When was The Willow Child Development Center last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on August 14, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 31 visits in the last 3 years.
Has The Willow Child Development Center had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 9 rules across 9 of 31 visits in the last 3 years; 9 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 Willow Child Development Center care for?
256, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does The Willow Child Development Center accept child care subsidies?
The state record does not list it as accepting subsidies. Ask the provider directly.
What are The Willow Child Development 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 Willow Child Development Center cost?
Weekly tuition from $95 to $240, as it lists it.
What is The Willow Child Development Center's phone number?
(972) 272-3221.
Where is The Willow Child Development Center?
801 W Avenue D, Garland, TX 75040. The nearest other daycare we list is Mi Escuelita Preschool @ Carolyn Strickland Early Childhood, 0.1 miles away.