Lil Panthers Head Start Child Development Center
LUFKIN, TX·Licensed CenterLicensed · Open
Contact information
Address1510 MARTIN LUTHER KING JR BL LUFKIN TX- 75904 1242
CityLUFKIN, TX
CountyANGELINA
Phone9365986315
Websitewww.tccainc.org
Operating details
Hours07:30 AM-03:30 PM
DaysMon,Tue,Wed,Thu,Fri
Capacity100
SubsidiesN
License dateJune 2, 2011
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 3/5/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High2
- Medium-High0
- Medium0
- Medium-Low1
- Low0
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Location
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1510 MARTIN LUTHER KING JR BL LUFKIN TX- 75904 1242, LUFKIN, TX
Questions to ask on a tour
Chosen for this facility's inspection history and profile — bring them along on your visit.
- Ask how they keep enrollment, immunization, and emergency-contact records current - their state findings include documentation lapses
- This is a large program - ask how children are grouped, how ratios are kept in each room, and how staff cover breaks
- Ask about teacher-to-child ratios and how supervision is maintained through the day
- Ask about their illness policy and which symptoms require a child to stay home
Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 3/5/2026
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- Medium-High0
- Medium0
- Medium-Low1
- Low0
2026
- High riskStandard 746.28053/5/2026
746.2805(3) - Prohibited Punishments - Grabbing and Pulling
Two caregivers were terminated as a result of a disciplinary incident at the facility in which the caregivers were observed on camera footage inappropriately grabbing/pulling a child by the wrist/arm.
Corrected 4/10/2026 - High riskStandard 746.28053/5/2026
746.2805(6) - Prohibited Punishments - Using Harsh, Abusive or Profane Language
Two caregivers were observed via camera footage speaking to a child in a negative/discouraging/harsh tone during a disciplinary incident at the facility. The caregivers were terminated for their actions.
Corrected 4/10/2026
2025
- Medium-Low riskStandard 746.3031/22/2025
746.303(b) - Report Number of Employees
A Review of the Employees Who Left Employment in 2024 data from January 22, 2025, revealed that the center had not reported the number of employees who left employment in 2024 by January 15, 2025, as required.
Corrected 1/23/2025
Safety & Compliance Analysis
This daycare has few recorded violations. Always visit in person to verify conditions.
(Past 6 Months)
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- Schedule a visit during regular hours to observe daily operations.
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Estimated monthly cost
$1,493/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: LUFKIN, ANGELINA County
- Capacity: 100
- Type: Licensed Center
- Years in operation: 15
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