Talitha Koum Nurture Center
1311 Clay Ave, Waco, TX
Waco Child Development Center
- licensed capacity
- 110
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $127
- year first permitted
- 1987
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About
About Waco Child Development Center
Waco Child Development Center is a licensed child care center in Waco, Texas. The state has permitted it since February 11, 1987, for up to 110 children, serving toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM.
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 24 visits in the last 3 years and cited 14 rules across 7 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
School-ageAccepts child care subsidyOpens before 7 AM
Ages served: toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 110 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Thursday | 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Friday | 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 110 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Waco Child Development Center has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time toddler care at a child care center in McLennan County has a median price of $127 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$134
Home daycare$122
Toddler
Center$127
Home daycare$117
Preschool
Center$124
Home daycare$116
School age
Center$117
Home daycare$110
State record
Inspection reports for Waco Child Development Center
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Full Permit
- Capacity
- 110 children
- Ages
- Toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Permit issued
- 1987
- License number
- #223177
Summary
24 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Aug 21, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 7 of 24 visits · 14 rules in all · 14 corrected
- Discipline and child guidance 4
- Records and paperwork 3
- Background checks 2
- Supervision and ratios 2
- Food and nutrition 1
- Transportation 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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- Aug 21, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Jun 22, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Apr 27, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Mar 16, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Mar 12, 2026Complaint investigation3 rules cited
746.2805(5) - Prohibited Punishments - Humiliating, Rejecting, Yelling
“There was sufficient evidence found during the investigation to show that prohibited punishment was used when yelling was used towards children.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 27, 2026
746.3301(h) - Nutrition and Food Service - Food not a reward
“There was sufficient evidence found during the investigation to show that candy was used as a reward for good behavior.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 27, 2026
745.621(a)(7) - AP Initial background checks submitted - At the time you become aware of anyone requiring a background check under 745.605
“There was sufficient evidence found during the investigation to show that a person without an eligible background check had access to children in care.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 27, 2026
- Feb 4, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Oct 10, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Jul 9, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Jun 26, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- May 7, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Show 24 earlier visits
Apr 7, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
746.5617(a)(6) - Required Equipment in Vehicles - First-aid Kit
“One of four of the transportation vehicles did not have a first aid kit available for review. The other 3 vehicles were missing or had expired supplies from the first aid kits that were added during the inspection.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 17, 2025
Mar 21, 2025Complaint investigation1 rule cited
746.1201(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
“There was sufficient evidence found during the DFPS investigation to show that an employee did not use good judgment when one child was allowed to sleep on the van during transport, deviating from typical transportation plans without notifying other staff or parents.”
The state verified the correction on May 7, 2025
- Feb 26, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Dec 23, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Dec 19, 2024VisitNo rules cited
- Dec 19, 2024VisitNo rules cited
- Nov 18, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Nov 14, 2024VisitNo rules cited
- Nov 6, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Oct 3, 2024Inspection4 rules cited
746.5605(4) - AP Safety Precautions for Loading and Unloading Children - No Child Unattended
“During the follow-up inspection the operation was found in compliance as the caregiver responsible for leaving a child on the bus was terminated.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 3, 2024
745.635(2) - AP Background check determination - If ineligible then you must immediately remove subject from operation and confirm to CBCU receipt of notice letter
“HHSC will recommend an administrative penalty as a result of this citation, per HRC section 42.078. [name] was present at operation upon inspection. [name] has received the ineligible letter and is not to be providing care.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 18, 2024
746.305(a)(6) - Report Situation Placing Children at Risk
“A child was left unattended in the transportation vehicle. The operation reported to Child Care Regulation the day of the incident on 08/16/2024 by email.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 3, 2024
746.1201(4) - AP Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Ensure No Child Abused, Neglected, or Exploited
“Based on the evidence of the DFPS investigation, a caregiver neglected a child in care when the child was left on the bus.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 3, 2024
Aug 19, 2024Complaint investigation3 rules cited
746.1201(4) - AP Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Ensure No Child Abused, Neglected, or Exploited
“Based on the evidence of the DFPS investigation, a caregiver neglected a child in care when the child was left on the bus.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 3, 2024
746.5605(4) - AP Safety Precautions for Loading and Unloading Children - No Child Unattended
“During the follow-up inspection the operation was found in compliance as the caregiver responsible for leaving a child on the bus was terminated.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 3, 2024
746.305(a)(6) - Report Situation Placing Children at Risk
“A child was left unattended in the transportation vehicle. The operation reported to Child Care Regulation the day of the incident on 08/16/2024 by email.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 3, 2024
Jul 10, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
746.5401 - Requirement of Gas Leak Inspection
“Gas leak inspection was 5/22. A current inspection needs to be updated.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 24, 2024
Jan 23, 2024Visit1 rule cited
746.303(b) - Report Number of Employees
“A review of the Employees Who Left Employment in 2023 data from January 18, 2024, revealed the center had not reported the number of employees who left employment in 2023 by January 15, 2023, as required.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 25, 2024
- Dec 7, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
- Jul 14, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
- Jul 11, 2023VisitNo rules cited
- Apr 20, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
- Sep 8, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
- Aug 3, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
- May 25, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
- Apr 12, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
- Jan 31, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
Jan 10, 2022Visit1 rule cited
746.305(a)(6) - Report Situation Placing Children at Risk
“During an investigation, it was determined that two occurrences that placed children at risk were not reported to Child Care Regulation in a timely manner.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 14, 2022
Dec 31, 2021Complaint investigation2 rules cited
746.5605(4) - AP Safety Precautions for Loading and Unloading Children - No Child Unattended
“During an investigation, it was determined that a caregiver left a child unattended on a vehicle for approximately 15 minutes.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 31, 2022
746.1203(4) - Responsibilities of Caregivers- Supervision of Children
“During an investigation, it was determined a caregiver left a child unsupervised on the playground for approximately 10 minutes.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 31, 2022
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FAQ
Questions about Waco Child Development Center
Is Waco Child Development Center licensed?
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued February 11, 1987.
When was Waco Child Development Center last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on August 21, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 24 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Waco Child Development Center had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 14 rules across 7 of 24 visits in the last 3 years; 14 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 Waco Child Development Center care for?
110, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Waco Child Development Center accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Waco Child Development Center's hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Waco Child Development Center cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (254) 753-5981 to ask.
What is Waco Child Development Center's phone number?
(254) 753-5981.
Where is Waco Child Development Center?
1301 Ross Ave, Waco, TX 76706. The nearest other daycare we list is Talitha Koum Nurture Center, 0.2 miles away.