Little Acorn School
614 Texas St, Sulphur Springs, TX
Water Oak Preschool
- licensed capacity
- 58
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $114
- year first permitted
- 2013
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About Water Oak Preschool
Water Oak Preschool is a licensed child care center in Sulphur Springs, Texas. The state has permitted it since January 29, 2013, for up to 58 children, serving toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM.
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 4 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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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
- 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 58 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Thursday | 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Friday | 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Licensed capacity | 58 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Water Oak Preschool has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time toddler care at a child care center in Hopkins County has a median price of $114 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$121
Home daycare$111
Toddler
Center$114
Home daycare$106
Preschool
Center$112
Home daycare$105
School age
Center$107
Home daycare$101
State record
Inspection reports for Water Oak Preschool
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Full Permit
- Capacity
- 58 children
- Ages
- Toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Permit issued
- 2013
- License number
- #1496857
Summary
4 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Mar 24, 2026: 3 rules cited
Rules cited on 3 of 4 visits · 8 rules in all · 8 corrected
- Health, medication and illness 4
- Building, equipment and play areas 2
- Records and paperwork 2
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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Mar 24, 2026Inspection3 rules cited
746.3819 - Food Allergy Emergency Plan Signed by Parents and Health Care Professional
“One chlild's food allergy plan lacked the name of the food the child is allergic to, the symptoms the child may exhibit if exposed to the food or if consumes the food, and the parents signature.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 26, 2026
746.3805(b)(1) - Administering Medication - Original Container with Child's Name, Date
“One child's Epi Pen was not in its original container.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 26, 2026
746.3809 - Medication No Longer Used
“One child's Epi pen had expired.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 30, 2026
May 27, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
746.603(a)(3) - Children's Records - Health Statement
“A sampling of children records were evaluated. One child's record lacked a health statement.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 3, 2025
- Aug 6, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Jul 2, 2024Inspection4 rules cited
746.4907(d) - Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Proper Depth Maintained
“The loose fill on the playground is not being maintained at the proper depth.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 6, 2024
746.501(a)(30) - Written Operational Policies - Support inclusive services
“The operational policies were evaluated and lacked the following written policies/procedures: 1) Information on vaccine-preventable diseases for employees; 2) peocedures for supporting inclusive services to children with special care needs. The policy must address the requirements outlined in 746.2202.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 8, 2024
746.603(a)(2) - Children's Records - Admission Information
“A sampling of children records were evaluated. One child's record lacked the address of their designated contact. Two children's record lacked documentation that the parents received a copy of the Parent's Rights form. One child's record lacked a health statement. One child's Affidavit for Exemption from Immunizations for Reasons of Conscience expired 3/2024. One child's record lacked documentation of a vision and hearing screening.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 4, 2024
746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
“The top portion of the Dutch door on the front of the large playhouse has broken. There is a small wasp nest inside the playhouse.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 8, 2024
- Aug 15, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
Aug 31, 2022Inspection5 rules cited
746.501(a)(18)(F) - Written Operational Policies - Plan for Extreme Weather
“The operational policies were evaluated and lacked the following written procedures: Promotion of indoor and outdoor physical activity that is consistent with Subchapter F of this chapter (relating to Developmental Activities and Activity Plan); your policies must include: (A) The benefits of physical activity and outdoor play; (B) The type of physical activity (structured and unstructured) that children may engage in at your operation; (C) Each setting in which your physical activity program will take place; (D) The recommended clothing and footwear that will allow a child to participate freely and safely in physical activities; and (E) A plan to ensure physical activity occurs on days when extreme weather conditions prohibit or limit outdoor play; information regarding whether or not you require employees to obtain vaccines for preventable disease; and the HHSC website (www.hhs.texas.gov).”
The state verified the correction on Sep 6, 2022
746.603(a)(4) - Children's Records - Immunizations
“A sampling of children records were evaluated. One child's immunization record was observed incomplete. One child's notarized Exemption from Immunizations for Reasons of Conscience form has expired. Each individual vaccine exemption affidavit is good for two years from the date notarized.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 19, 2022
746.5202(2) - Emergency Preparedness Plan - Communication Procedures
“The Emergency Preparedness Plan was evaluated and lacked the following written procedures: 1) The emergency telephone number that is on file with Child Care Regulation; and 2) How you will communicate with local authorities, parents, and Child Care Regulation.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 6, 2022
746.901(4) - Required Personnel Records - Required Affidavit
“One caregiver's record lacked a notarized affidavit.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 11, 2022
746.4135(b) - Children's Products- Annual Certification
“The last documented review of the CPSC website to review the recall list to ensure no recalled items are in the center was observed 1/2021. You must certify annually in writing using a form provided by DFPS that you have reviewed each of the recall notices issued by the CPSC and that there are no unsafe products in the center.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 13, 2022
- Mar 1, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
Jan 24, 2022Complaint investigation1 rule cited
746.305(a)(4) - Report Outbreak of Communicable Illness
“The operation failed to report a communicable disease within the required 2 days notification.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 16, 2022
- Oct 21, 2021InspectionNo rules cited
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FAQ
Questions about Water Oak Preschool
Is Water Oak Preschool licensed?
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued January 29, 2013.
When was Water Oak Preschool last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on March 24, 2026, with 3 rules cited. It lists 4 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Water Oak Preschool had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 8 rules across 3 of 4 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 Water Oak Preschool care for?
58, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Water Oak Preschool accept child care subsidies?
The state record does not list it as accepting subsidies. Ask the provider directly.
What are Water Oak Preschool's hours?
Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Water Oak Preschool cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (903) 885-8503 to ask.
What is Water Oak Preschool's phone number?
(903) 885-8503.
Where is Water Oak Preschool?
626 Davis St N, Sulphur Springs, TX 75482. The nearest other daycare we list is Little Acorn School, 1.1 miles away.