The Center Day Camp
WACO, TX·Licensed CenterLicensed · Open
Contact information
Address1115 COLUMBUS AVE WACO TX- 76701 1210
CityWACO, TX
CountyMCLENNAN
Phone2547547971
Websitewww.cabcwaco.org/daycamp
Operating details
Hours07:30 AM-05:30 PM
DaysMon,Tue,Wed,Thu,Fri
Capacity140
SubsidiesN
License dateNovember 29, 2017
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 6/15/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High7
- Medium-High8
- Medium4
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
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Location
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1115 COLUMBUS AVE WACO TX- 76701 1210, WACO, TX
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- This facility has supervision-related findings on its state record - ask specifically how ratios are maintained during transitions, outdoor play, and nap time
- Ask what changed after their most recent supervision citation and how compliance is monitored now
- This facility has safety-related findings on its state record - ask how the cited hazards were corrected and when emergency drills were last run
- 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: 6/15/2026
- High5
- Medium-High0
- Medium2
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
2026
- High riskStandard 744.12056/15/2026
744.1205(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
There were 2 groups of children observed transitioning into the snack room and the caregivers were observed to have walked in first while there were still children walking behind the caregivers.In another incident a caregiver was observed to have stepped out of her classroom to watch children put away their belongings on a shelf, that was in a separate classroom, there was only the 1 caregiver present to supervise both groups of children.
Corrected 6/15/2026 - High riskStandard 745.6216/15/2026
745.621(a)(2) - AP Initial background checks submitted - At the time you hire someone
A person with an inactive background was observed with access to children. The person was asked to leave during the inspection by the person in charge.
Corrected 6/15/2026 - High riskStandard 744.12056/15/2026
744.1205(a)(2) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know how many children responsible for
There were 2 classrooms that were unaware of the number of children in their group. In one group a caregiver stated she had 15 and it was determined she had 14. In another group a caregiver stated she had 6 children and it was determined she had 7 children in their care.
Corrected 6/15/2026 - High riskStandard 745.6416/12/2026
745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
A person with a pending background check was observed having access to the children in care.
Corrected 6/12/2026
2025
- Medium riskStandard 744.5017/17/2025
744.501(18) - Written Operational Policies - Procedure for Parents Review of Policies
The operation has not provided the corrections to the Operational Policy that are required: parent rights, procedures for inclusive care, employee vaccinations, emergency preparedness, procedures for parents to participate and immunization requirements.
Corrected 7/31/2025 - Medium riskStandard 744.5016/4/2025
744.501(18) - Written Operational Policies - Procedure for Parents Review of Policies
The operational policy did not have a section for the following: parent rights, procedures for inclusive care, employee vaccinations, emergency preparedness, procedures for parents to participate and immunization requirements.
Corrected 7/7/2025 - High riskStandard 745.6416/4/2025
745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
A person with a pending background check was observed caring for a group of children. The person was sent home during the inspection by the operation.
Corrected 6/4/2025
Safety & Compliance Analysis
This daycare has multiple recorded violations. Review the details to make an informed decision.
(Past 6 Months)
Parent Recommendations
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- Review the detailed violations listed above.
- Ask the daycare about their response to these violations.
- Look at the correction status to see how quickly issues were addressed.
- Schedule a visit during regular hours to observe daily operations.
Note: This analysis is based on publicly available violation data and is intended as a tool to help parents make informed decisions. Always visit a daycare in person and ask specific questions about areas of concern.
Estimated monthly cost
$658/month
This is a modeled estimate — based on location, ages served, and program data — not the provider's actual tuition. Real prices vary by age group and services. Contact the daycare for current rates, fees, and availability.
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: WACO, MCLENNAN County
- Capacity: 140
- Type: Licensed Center
- Years in operation: 9
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