1st Thing 1st Child Development and Learning Center, LLC

KILLEEN, TXLicensed CenterLicensed · Open

2.5based on state inspection data
Capacity38
Hours05:30 AM-06:00 PM
Est. price$1,541/mo

Contact information

Address410 E CHURCH AVE KILLEEN TX- 76541 4845

CityKILLEEN, TX

CountyBELL

Phone2546344600

Operating details

Hours05:30 AM-06:00 PM

DaysMon,Tue,Wed,Thu,Fri

Capacity38

SubsidiesY

License dateOctober 7, 2013

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 2/5/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

  • High8
  • Medium-High13
  • Medium3
  • Medium-Low1
  • Low0

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410 E CHURCH AVE KILLEEN TX- 76541 4845, KILLEEN, TX

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  1. This facility has supervision-related findings on its state record - ask specifically how ratios are maintained during transitions, outdoor play, and nap time
  2. Ask what changed after their most recent supervision citation and how compliance is monitored now
  3. This facility has safety-related findings on its state record - ask how the cited hazards were corrected and when emergency drills were last run
  4. This facility has staffing or training findings on its state record - ask about background checks, required training completion, and staff turnover

Violation summary

Last 2 years · Last inspection: 2/5/2026

  • High4
  • Medium-High3
  • Medium1
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

2026

  1. High riskStandard 746.28052/5/2026

    746.2805(3) - Prohibited Punishments - Grabbing and Pulling

    During the DFPS investigation, it was found that a child was grabbed and yelled at by a caregiver in an inappropriate manner.

    Corrected 3/6/2026
  2. High riskStandard 746.12052/5/2026

    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

    During the DFPS investigation, it was found that children were unsupervised in the classroom when the caregiver walked away from the classroom.

    Corrected 2/9/2026
  3. High riskStandard 746.3052/5/2026

    746.305(a)(6) - Report Situation Placing Children at Risk

    During the DFPS investigation, it was found that the director knew about the situation and spoke with the CCR supervisor, who instructed to file a report, but the report was never made.

    Corrected 3/6/2026
  4. High riskStandard 746.28052/5/2026

    746.2805(8) - Prohibited Punishments - Restrictive device for time out

    During the DFPS investigation, it was found a caregiver placed a 2-year-old child in a restrictive device for more than 10 minutes.

    Corrected 2/9/2026
  5. Medium-High riskStandard 746.12032/5/2026

    746.1203(3)(D) - Personal use of electronic devices, such as cell phones, MP3 players, tablets, and video games

    During a DFPS investigation, it was found that the caregiver was on the phone while a child was being bitten by another child.

    Corrected 3/6/2026
  6. Medium-High riskStandard 746.13012/5/2026

    746.1301(a)(2)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Pre-Service Training

    During the DFPS investigation, it was found that the caregiver did not have pre-service training.

    Corrected 2/9/2026
  7. Medium-High riskStandard 746.28072/5/2026

    746.2807 - Employees Discipline Own Children

    During the DFPS investigation, it was found a caregiver grabbed and struck their own child that was in care of the operation.

    Corrected 2/9/2026
  8. Medium riskStandard 746.7072/5/2026

    746.707 - Incident/Illness Report Form Shared with Parent

    During the DFPS investigation, it was found that a caregiver did not provide an incident report to the parent.

    Corrected 3/6/2026

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Safety & Compliance Analysis

This daycare has multiple recorded violations. Review the details to make an informed decision.

25Total Violations
0Recent Violations
(Past 6 Months)

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Estimated monthly cost

$1,541/month

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Typical prices in Texas run about $840/month for infant care at a center (federal median)see daycare costs in Texas by age group.

About this daycare

  • Location: KILLEEN, BELL County
  • Capacity: 38
  • Type: Licensed Center
  • Years in operation: 13

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