SMCISD Child Development Center
SAN MARCOS, TX·Licensed CenterLicensed · Open
Contact information
Address540 STAPLES RD SAN MARCOS TX- 78666 1406
CitySAN MARCOS, TX
CountyHAYS
Phone5123936031
Operating details
Hours07:00 AM-05:15 PM
DaysMon,Tue,Wed,Thu,Fri
Capacity62
SubsidiesY
License dateMarch 21, 1991
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 12/18/2024 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
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Location
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540 STAPLES RD SAN MARCOS TX- 78666 1406, SAN MARCOS, TX
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Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 12/18/2024
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2024
- Medium-High riskStandard 746.240512/18/2024
746.2405(2) - Infant Care Area Furnishings and Equipment - Crib for Each Non-walking Infant Younger Than 12 Months of Age
Two non walking infants under the age of 12 months were observed sleeping on nap mats. This was corrected at inspection when the infants were woken from their nap and removed from the nap mat.
Corrected at inspection
Safety & Compliance Analysis
This daycare has multiple recorded violations. Review the details to make an informed decision.
(Past 6 Months)
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Estimated monthly cost
$1,576/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: SAN MARCOS, HAYS County
- Capacity: 62
- Type: Licensed Center
- Years in operation: 35
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