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Excel Pre-School

501 S Marshall St, Henderson, TX 75654 · Rusk County
2 high-risk citations in last 12 monthsAccepts child care subsidies

Excel Pre-School is a licensed child care center in Henderson, TX, licensed for up to 75 children and serving infants through school-age children. It has held its Texas license since 2009. Since October 2021, state inspectors have visited 18 times and investigated 4 reports. Inspectors recorded 37 citations, 8 of them high-risk, most often for records & paperwork (13 of 37). 10 citations came in the last 12 months, including 2 high-risk. 11% were corrected during the inspection itself. Measured by risk-weighted citations per inspection, it is #6 of 7 centers in Henderson and better than 9% of licensed centers statewide.

Inspection record

Better than 9%of 9,147 Texas licensed centers, comparing risk-weighted citations per inspection. Among the most cited
#6 of 7 centers in Henderson
8High risk
12Medium High risk
10Medium risk
5Medium Low risk
2Low risk
37 citations from 18 inspections and 4 reports since Oct 1, 2021 · 10 in the last 12 months · last inspected Sep 11, 2026

Every state visit

20222023202420252026INSPECTIONS (top) · REPORTS & INVESTIGATIONS (bottom)Sep 11, 2026 · Inspection · citation foundAug 14, 2026 · Assessment · citation foundJul 9, 2026 · Assessment · citation foundJul 2, 2026 · Inspection · no citationMay 29, 2026 · Inspection · no citationMay 27, 2026 · Report/investigation · citation foundMay 12, 2026 · Inspection · no citationJan 29, 2026 · Inspection · citation foundDec 30, 2025 · Inspection · citation foundJun 9, 2025 · Report/investigation · citation foundMay 27, 2025 · Inspection · no citationMay 13, 2025 · Inspection · citation foundMay 9, 2025 · Report/investigation · citation foundOct 1, 2024 · Inspection · citation foundJul 25, 2024 · Inspection · citation foundJun 21, 2024 · Assessment · citation foundDec 7, 2023 · Report/investigation · no citationAug 30, 2023 · Inspection · citation foundMay 24, 2023 · Inspection · no citationMay 10, 2023 · Inspection · citation foundApr 14, 2023 · Inspection · citation foundJan 20, 2023 · Assessment · citation foundNov 21, 2022 · Inspection · no citationOct 28, 2022 · Inspection · citation foundOct 19, 2022 · Inspection · citation foundNov 4, 2021 · Inspection · no citation
Citation foundNo citation

What inspectors cited most

Records & paperwork13
Building & playground safety6
Other standards5
Staff ratios4
Food & feeding3
Training & qualifications3
Sleep safety1
Supervision1
Health & medication1

Citations, newest first

Medium LowSep 11, 2026InspectionRecords & paperwork
Posting Requirements - List entitled "Current Employees"--sized at least 81/2 X 11 inches, printed legibly, include employee first and last name §746.401(9)
The operation did not have a current employee list printed and posted during the inspection. This was corrected at the inspection when the list was printed off and posted.
Corrected during the visit
MediumAug 14, 2026InspectionOther standards
Liability Insurance Requirements - Provide Proof of Coverage Annually by Anniversary Date of Issuance §746.203(2)
The operation did not update/provide proof of coverage by their anniversary date.
Correction verified Sep 11, 2026
MediumJul 9, 2026InspectionOther standards
Liability Insurance Requirements - Provide Proof of Coverage Annually by Anniversary Date of Issuance §746.203(2)
The operation did not update/provide proof of coverage by their anniversary date.
Correction verified Aug 14, 2026
HighMay 27, 2026Found during an investigationSleep safety
Infant May Not Sleep in a Restrictive Device - Remove the infant from the device and place the infant in a crib as soon as possible §746.2426(a)(2)
This standard was reviewed and found to be out of compliance through an investigation when it was determined that infants were sleeping in restrictive devices on multiple occasions for extended times.
Correction verified Jul 2, 2026
Medium HighMay 27, 2026Found during an investigationRecords & paperwork
Infant Daily Report - Share with Parent §746.2431
This Minimum Standard was reviewed and found to be out of compliance through an investigation when it was determined that a parent was not receiving a daily report.
Correction verified Jul 2, 2026
MediumMay 27, 2026Found during an investigationFood & feeding
Written Feeding Instructions - Signed and Dated by Parent or Health-Care Professional §746.2421(a)
This standard was reviewed and found to be out of compliance through an investigation when it was determined that caregivers were not following the written feeding instructions.
Correction verified Jul 2, 2026
HighMay 27, 2026Found during an investigationTraining & qualifications
Director Responsibilities - Operate in Compliance §746.1003(1)
This standard was reviewed and found to be out of compliance through an investigation when the director stated another individual was responsible for the daily running of the facility.
Correction verified Jul 2, 2026
MediumJan 29, 2026InspectionRecords & paperwork
Posting Requirements - Letter or form from the most recent Licensing Inspection or Investigation §746.401(2)
The most recent inspection report from December 2025 was not posted at the operation.
Correction verified Jan 30, 2026
MediumDec 30, 2025InspectionRecords & paperwork
Posting Requirements - Letter or form from the most recent Licensing Inspection or Investigation §746.401(2)
The most recent inspection report from May 2025 was not posted at the operation.
Correction verified Jan 29, 2026
Medium HighDec 30, 2025InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Using, Storing and Disposing of Hazardous Materials §746.3407(13)
During the inspection bottle of fabric softener and laundry detergent were present in a room with children and within reach.
Correction verified Jan 29, 2026
Medium HighJun 9, 2025Found during an investigationRecords & paperwork
Sign-in and Sign-out Tracking System §746.631(a)
This standard was found to be out of compliance through a DFPS investigation. The operation stated they did not have a record of who picked up the child
Correction verified Aug 8, 2025
HighMay 13, 2025InspectionStaff ratios
AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation §745.641
An individual with a pending background check was in a classroom watching children.
Correction verified May 13, 2025
Medium HighMay 13, 2025InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Safety - Areas Free From Hazards §746.3701
During the insepction a child was observed playing with a container of Gain Fabric Sheets marked keep out of reach
Correction verified May 27, 2025
HighMay 13, 2025InspectionSupervision
Supervision ensures each child’s safety, well-being, including physical proximity and auditory or visual awareness of each child’s on going activity §746.1205(a)(4)
During the insepction a child was found to be by themselves in a room with the lights off.
Correction verified May 27, 2025
HighMay 13, 2025InspectionHealth & medication
AP Background ck determination - If provisionally eligible w/conditions or eligible w/conditions you must restrict duties per conditions/restrictions §745.635(3)
During the inspection a person with a Conditional background check was not following the conditions set on their background check.
Correction verified May 13, 2025
MediumMay 9, 2025Found during an investigationRecords & paperwork
Parental Notification of Less Serious Injuries §746.307(c)
This standard was found to be out of compliance through an investigation, when a caregiver stated they had at one point did not inform a parent or the office of a less serious injury to their child.
Correction verified Jul 2, 2025
HighOct 1, 2024InspectionStaff ratios
AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation §745.641
During the inspection an individual that did not have an eligible background check was present inside a classroom.
Correction verified Oct 1, 2024
MediumJul 25, 2024InspectionOther standards
Written Activity Plan - Outline Daily Activities §746.2205(a)(2)
During the walkthrough the activity plan was seen posted, the plan did not list the dates the plan covered.
Correction verified Aug 9, 2024
HighJul 25, 2024InspectionOther standards
Activities for Infants - Not in Restrictive Device for more than 15 Minutes §746.2417(2)(B)
During my inspection I observed infants sitting in restrictive devices for over 15 minutes. The children were not eating or being transported.
Correction verified Aug 9, 2024
MediumJul 25, 2024InspectionFood & feeding
Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days §746.2421(b)
Infant feeding instructions were reviewed and had not been updated in more than 30 days.
Correction verified Aug 9, 2024
LowJul 25, 2024InspectionRecords & paperwork
Update Admission Information - Procedure §746.609(a)
During review the 8 children's records seen had not been updated since 2022.
Correction verified Aug 9, 2024
Medium HighJul 25, 2024InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Floors, ceilings and Walls in Good Repair and Clean §746.3407(9)
Exposed dry wall and peeling paint were observed during the walk through.
Correction verified Oct 1, 2024
MediumJun 21, 2024InspectionOther standards
Liability Insurance Requirements - Provide Proof of Coverage Annually by Anniversary Date of Issuance §746.203(2)
This Minimum Standard was reviewed and found to be out of compliance. The operation has not updated or provided liability insurance information by the required date.
Correction verified Jul 10, 2024
Medium HighAug 30, 2023InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Fire Drill Monthly - Exit in 3 Minutes §746.5205(1)
The fire drill documentation was observed and discussed at the operation. The average exit time was seen to be 4 minutes during the fire drills.
Correction verified Oct 12, 2023
HighMay 10, 2023InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Smoke Detectors Testing §746.5319
During the inspection a smoke detector was heard beeping for low battery. The monthly test log was then observed after and found ot not have been complete since January.
Correction verified May 24, 2023
Medium HighMay 10, 2023InspectionRecords & paperwork
Sign-in and Sign-out Tracking System §746.631(a)
During the inspection a sign in and sign out log was viewed however there were not parent or employee initials or signature.
Correction verified May 24, 2023
Medium LowMay 10, 2023InspectionRecords & paperwork
Posting Requirements - List entitled "Current Employees"--sized at least 81/2 X 11 inches, printed legibly, include employee first and last name §746.401(9)
A current employee list was not available upon request. This was corrected at the inspection when the staff made a current employees list.
Corrected during the visit
Medium HighApr 14, 2023InspectionFood & feeding
Requirements for Feeding Infants - Other Use of Handwashing Sink §746.2419(8)
During the inspection I observed the infant caregivers using the handwashing sink to clean bottles, and the cleaning sink to wash their hands. The caregivers then switched back to using the handwashing sink for handwashing and vice versa.
Correction verified May 10, 2023
Medium HighApr 14, 2023InspectionRecords & paperwork
Sign-in and Sign-out Tracking System §746.631(a)
During the inspection the sign in and sign out log was viewed. The log does not have a time of the children's arrival or time of the children's departure.
Correction verified May 10, 2023
Medium LowJan 20, 2023InspectionRecords & paperwork
Report Number of Employees §746.303(b)
Your operation did not complete the employees who left survey for 2022 in the required timeframe.
Correction verified Feb 1, 2023
Medium HighOct 28, 2022InspectionStaff ratios
Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children §746.1601
During the inspection one of the classrooms was observed with 1 caregiver and 18 children, the specified age range of the classroom was 3 years old.
Correction verified Nov 21, 2022
Medium LowOct 19, 2022InspectionRecords & paperwork
Required Personnel Records - Required Affidavit §746.901(4)
During the inspection 4 out of the 8 records observed did not have the required notarized affidavit. 3 did not have the employment start date.
Correction verified Nov 21, 2022
Medium HighOct 19, 2022InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Floors, ceilings and Walls in Good Repair and Clean §746.3407(9)
During the inspection the flooring in multiple classrooms was observed to be loose or missing. This posed a tripping hazard to caregivers and children and exposed the material for children to pick at.
Correction verified Nov 21, 2022
LowOct 19, 2022InspectionTraining & qualifications
Time Period of Training §746.1313
The operation was not using the caregivers hire date as the starting point for annual training. This was corrected at the inspection when I discussed this with the person in charge, the operation will now start to use the hire date as the starting point for annual trainings.
Corrected during the visit
MediumOct 19, 2022InspectionTraining & qualifications
Director Annual Training 30 Hours Required §746.1311(a)
During the inspection only 7.5 hours of annual training could be provided for the director for the previous training year.
Correction verified Nov 21, 2022
Medium HighOct 19, 2022InspectionStaff ratios
Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children §746.1601
During the inspection the two year old classroom was found to be out of ratio.
Correction verified Oct 28, 2022
Medium LowOct 19, 2022InspectionRecords & paperwork
Posting Requirements - List entitled "Current Employees"--sized at least 81/2 X 11 inches, printed legibly, include employee first and last name §746.401(9)
The current employee list was not posted or printed upon arrival for the inspection. This was corrected at the inspection when the person in charge printed off a copy and posted it to the board.
Corrected during the visit

About this center

Licensed capacity75 children
Ages servedInfant, Toddler, Pre-Kindergarten, School
Hours07:00 AM-05:30 PM
DaysMon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
Licensed sinceDec 4, 2009
DirectorLinda McGinnis
Phone9036572007
State operation #998808

Common questions

Does Excel Pre-School take infants?

Yes. Texas licenses it to care for infants through school-age children.

What are Excel Pre-School’s hours?

7 AM to 5:30 PM, Monday through Friday, according to its state licensing record. Confirm holiday and summer hours with the center.

Does Excel Pre-School accept child care subsidies?

Yes, according to its state licensing record.

How much does Excel Pre-School cost?

Texas does not publish individual centers’ prices, so ask Excel Pre-School for its current tuition. For comparison, the median full-day price at licensed centers in the East Texas area, which includes Henderson, is $28.80 a day for infants, $28.00 a day for toddlers and $27.40 a day for 3-year-olds (2025 Texas Child Care Market Rate Survey).

Has Excel Pre-School had any serious violations?

Inspectors recorded 8 high-risk citations since 2021. The most recent was on May 27, 2026: “Infant May Not Sleep in a Restrictive Device - Remove the infant from the device and place the infant in a crib as soon as possible.” Each one is listed in full above.

How does Excel Pre-School compare with other daycares in Henderson?

It is #6 of 7 centers in Henderson by risk-weighted citations per inspection, and is better than 9% of licensed centers statewide (out of 9,147 Texas centers with enough inspection history).

When was Excel Pre-School last inspected?

Sep 11, 2026. Inspectors cited at least one rule during that visit.

Licensed centers nearby

Citations are quoted from Texas HHS inspection records. Many are corrected the same day, and a citation is a finding about one rule, not a judgment about a center overall.

To see the official record, search operation 998808 on Search Texas Child Care. Data refreshed Sep 30, 2026.