Tarkington Learning Center
CLEVELAND, TX·Licensed CenterLicensed · Open
Contact information
Address2520 FM 163 RD CLEVELAND TX- 77327 1021
CityCLEVELAND, TX
CountyLIBERTY
Phone2814322273
Operating details
Hours06:30 AM-06:00 PM
DaysMon,Tue,Wed,Thu,Fri
Capacity99
SubsidiesN
License dateMay 26, 2009
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 7/9/2025 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High5
- Medium-High15
- Medium4
- Medium-Low1
- Low0
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2520 FM 163 RD CLEVELAND TX- 77327 1021, CLEVELAND, TX
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Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 7/9/2025
- High2
- Medium-High7
- Medium2
- Medium-Low1
- Low0
2025
- Medium-Low riskStandard 746.9017/9/2025
746.901(4) - Required Personnel Records - Required Affidavit (Form 2985)
One caregivers file reviewed did not have the required signed affidavit. There was a blank affidavit in the caregivers file.
Corrected 7/23/2025 - Medium riskStandard 746.9017/9/2025
746.901(6) - Required Personnel Records -Training Hours
One caregivers file reviewed did not contain their CPR/First aid training or their SIDS/Shaking Baby Syndrome training record or certificate.
Corrected 7/23/2025 - Medium riskStandard 746.45013/11/2025
746.4501(b) - Chairs - Safety Straps Used if Required by Manufacturer
There was an infant in a high chair that was not strapped in with the straps that were attached to the high chair. A caregiver corrected this at the time of the inspection by strapping the child in the chair.
Corrected at inspection - Medium-High riskStandard 746.37013/11/2025
746.3701(3) - Safety - Air Conditioners, Fans, Heaters Safeguarded
There was heater/fan that was on a shelf that was accessible to children. The person in charge corrected this at the time of the inspection by removing the heater/fan.
Corrected at inspection - High riskStandard 745.6213/11/2025
745.621(a)(2) - AP Initial background checks submitted - At the time you hire someone
There was a person in the operation counted in child caregiver ratio who did not have a background check. The person in charge corrected this at the time of the inspection by having the person leave the operation.
Corrected 3/11/2025 - Medium-High riskStandard 746.34153/6/2025
746.3415(5) - Employee Handwashing After Assisting a Child with Toileting
Based on the information gathered when the water was turned off employee's hands were not being properly washed. Baby wipes and hand sanitizer were being used.
Corrected 3/17/2025 - Medium-High riskStandard 746.3053/6/2025
746.305(a)(2) - AP Report Child Injury Requiring Medical Treatment by a Health-Care Professional or Hospitalization
It was found during the investigation that the operation did not report to Licensing that a child received medical treatment when a shelf fell on the child.
Corrected 3/17/2025 - Medium-High riskStandard 746.34073/6/2025
746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
During the inspection it was found that a ceiling tile was missing and above the tile was a pipe that was leaking water.
Corrected 3/17/2025 - High riskStandard 746.10033/6/2025
746.1003(1) - Director Responsibilities - Operate in Compliance
Based on the information gathered during the investigation inspection, the Director allowed a person with no background check to supervise children alone, turned off the water during a freeze which resulted in proper handwashing techniques not being used for employees and children, a pipe busting causing a leak, and not reporting to Licensing when a child received medical attention when a shelf fell on the child.
Corrected 3/17/2025 - Medium-High riskStandard 746.34173/6/2025
746.3417(3) - Children Handwashing After Toileting or Diapering
Based on the information gathered when the water was turned off children's hands were not being properly washed. Baby wipes and hand sanitizer were being used.
Corrected 3/17/2025 - Medium-High riskStandard 746.34173/6/2025
746.3417(1) - Children Handwashing Before Eating
Based on the information gathered when the water was turned off children's hands were not being properly washed. Baby wipes and hand sanitizer were being used.
Corrected 3/17/2025 - Medium-High riskStandard 746.34153/6/2025
746.3415(1) - Employee Handwashing Before Eating or Handling Food
Based on the information gathered when the water was turned off employee's hands were not being properly washed. Baby wipes and hand sanitizer were being used.
Corrected 3/17/2025
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Safety & Compliance Analysis
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(Past 6 Months)
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Estimated monthly cost
$1,519/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: CLEVELAND, LIBERTY County
- Capacity: 99
- Type: Licensed Center
- Years in operation: 17
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