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Ivy League Preschool

805 Ruby St, Henderson, TX 75654 · Rusk County
3 high-risk citations in last 12 monthsAccepts child care subsidies

Ivy League Preschool is a licensed child care center in Henderson, TX, licensed for up to 51 children and serving infants through school-age children. It has held its Texas license since 1997. Since October 2021, state inspectors have visited 11 times and investigated 3 reports. Inspectors recorded 24 citations, 5 of them high-risk. 5 citations came in the last 12 months, including 3 high-risk. 8% were corrected during the inspection itself. Measured by risk-weighted citations per inspection, it is #7 of 7 centers in Henderson and better than 6% of licensed centers statewide.

Inspection record

Better than 6%of 9,147 Texas licensed centers, comparing risk-weighted citations per inspection. Among the most cited
#7 of 7 centers in Henderson
5High risk
7Medium High risk
11Medium risk
1Medium Low risk
0Low risk
24 citations from 11 inspections and 3 reports since Oct 1, 2021 · 5 in the last 12 months · last inspected Jul 28, 2026

Every state visit

20222023202420252026INSPECTIONS (top) · REPORTS & INVESTIGATIONS (bottom)Jul 28, 2026 · Inspection · no citationJul 22, 2026 · Assessment · citation foundJun 25, 2026 · Inspection · citation foundJun 18, 2026 · Report/investigation · citation foundDec 8, 2025 · Inspection · no citationDec 12, 2024 · Inspection · citation foundJul 10, 2024 · Inspection · no citationJul 1, 2024 · Inspection · citation foundJun 27, 2024 · Report/investigation · citation foundJan 30, 2024 · Inspection · no citationJan 12, 2024 · Inspection · citation foundJan 27, 2023 · Inspection · citation foundNov 18, 2022 · Inspection · no citationNov 15, 2022 · Report/investigation · no citationFeb 15, 2022 · Inspection · citation found
Citation foundNo citation

What inspectors cited most

Other standards5
Building & playground safety5
Records & paperwork5
Staff ratios4
Health & medication2
Supervision1
Sleep safety1
Training & qualifications1

Citations, newest first

Medium HighJul 22, 2026InspectionOther standards
Requirement of Gas Leak Inspection §746.5401
This standard was reviewed and re-cited due to the operation not having a current gas leak inspection report.
Correction verified Jul 29, 2026
HighJun 25, 2026InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months §746.5101(a)
During the insepction the last fire inspection was completed in May 2025.
Correction verified Jul 21, 2026
Medium HighJun 25, 2026InspectionOther standards
Requirement of Gas Leak Inspection §746.5401
The operation did not have the required gas pipe pressure test, the last test was completed in Feb. 2024.
Correction verified Jul 22, 2026
HighJun 18, 2026Found during an investigationSupervision
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)
This standard was reviewed and found to be out of compliance through an investigation. When it was determined that a child was able to run out the front door.
Correction verified Jul 28, 2026
HighJun 18, 2026Found during an investigationRecords & paperwork
Report Situation Placing Children at Risk §746.305(a)(6)
This standard was reviewed and found to be out of compliance through an investigation. It was determined that the daycare did not report a child running out of the door in the required time frame.
Correction verified Jul 28, 2026
Medium HighDec 12, 2024InspectionRecords & paperwork
Required Admission Information - Emergency Contact §746.605(6)
4 out of 5 children's records reviewed did not have an address listed for the emergency contact or the emergency medical provider.
Correction verified Jan 24, 2025
MediumDec 12, 2024InspectionHealth & medication
Health Statement on File within 1 Week of Admission §746.611(b)
3 out of 5 children's records reviewed were missing their Health Statements from a medical professional.
Correction verified Jan 24, 2025
MediumDec 12, 2024InspectionOther standards
Written Activity Plans - Plan Followed by Caregiver §746.2203(b)
During the inspection children were seen in centers during the entire inspection.
Correction verified Jan 24, 2025
MediumDec 12, 2024InspectionHealth & medication
Children's Records - Immunizations §746.603(a)(4)
3 out of 5 children's records reviewed were missing the immunization records or affidavit for exemptions.
Correction verified Jan 24, 2025
MediumDec 12, 2024InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Playground Maintenance Records §746.801(8)
A playground checklist was not available for review from the past 3 months.
Correction verified Jan 24, 2025
MediumDec 12, 2024InspectionRecords & paperwork
Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Employees' Attendance §746.801(5)
A time sheet was not completed for all employees for the past 3 months.
Correction verified Jan 24, 2025
MediumJul 1, 2024InspectionOther standards
Screen Time Activities - Does not include Advertising or Violence §746.2207(c)(5)
During the inspection I observed an advertisement play on YouTube while children watched the television.
Correction verified Jul 10, 2024
MediumJun 27, 2024Found during an investigationOther standards
Screen Time Activities - Not Exceed One Hour Daily §746.2207(c)(3)
During the inspection I observed children using tablets and phones, as well as the television being on for more than one hour. Through my investigation it was also determined that children were exceeding the one hour a day requirement.
Correction verified Jul 10, 2024
HighJun 27, 2024Found during an investigationStaff ratios
AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation §745.641
During the investigation it was found that an individual without a background check was allowed to be present and care for children.
Correction verified Jul 10, 2024
HighJan 12, 2024InspectionStaff ratios
AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation §745.641
An employee with an inactive employment status was observed at the operation caring for children.
Correction verified Jan 12, 2024
MediumJan 12, 2024InspectionSleep safety
Arrangement of Napping Equipment - Not Set Up During Other Activities §746.2909(2)
The nap time equipment was observed being set up during other activities, while the children were in the activity space.
Correction verified Jan 30, 2024
Medium HighJan 12, 2024InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Garbage Inaccessible to Children; Maintained in Sanitary Manner §746.3407(8)
A trash can with discarded food was observed in the activity space of the children and was accessible.
Correction verified Jan 30, 2024
Medium HighJan 27, 2023InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Active Play Surfacing In Use Zones - Loose Fill or Unitary Surfacing §746.4901(a)
During the inspection a piece of climbing equipment was observed to have no loose fill material in its use zone. This was corrected at inspection.
Corrected during the visit
MediumJan 27, 2023InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Measurement of Use Zone for Stationary Equipment §746.4803
The use zone for a stationary climbing structure was observed during the inspection. Two piece of equipment were found to be inside this use zone. This was corrected at inspection.
Corrected during the visit
Medium HighJan 27, 2023InspectionRecords & paperwork
Required Admission Information - Emergency Contact §746.605(6)
During the inspection 6 children's records were observed, out of the 6, 4 of them did not have a completed Emergency Contact Address. 2 did not have the required Hearing and Vision Test. 2 parents did not specify they had received the operational policies, and 3 did not have a completed address for the Emergency Medical Authorization.
Correction verified Mar 31, 2023
MediumJan 27, 2023InspectionTraining & qualifications
Documented Annual Training Area - 24 Hours Required §746.1309(a)
During the inspection 3 staff records were observed that did not have the required training topics or hours requirements.
Correction verified Mar 31, 2023
Medium HighFeb 15, 2022InspectionRecords & paperwork
Written Personnel Policies §746.201(2)
During inspection the parent handbook was reviewed and needs to be updated with the following policies: Suspension and expulsion Safe Sleep (a document will be provided) Emergency preparedness plan How you will notify parents of changes in policy or other info they may need
Correction verified Mar 1, 2022
Medium LowFeb 15, 2022InspectionStaff ratios
Operational Policies - Inform Parents That They May Visit Center Anytime During Operating Hours §746.501(b)(1)
Additional information is needed in the parent handbook: Procedure for parent to review or discuss concerns Procedures for parent participation How parents can review the inspection form and access to minimum standards, and Licensing website You will provide a place for breastfeeding Staff is trained in the prevention and awareness of abuse and neglect Notify parents they can visit the center at anytime Gang Free Zone
Correction verified Feb 25, 2022
MediumFeb 15, 2022InspectionStaff ratios
Written Operational Policies - Promotion of Physical Activity §746.501(a)(18)
The parent handbook needs to be updated with the following pertaining to active play: That your operation provides active play both indoor/outdoor Benefits of active play Duration Types of active play Plan for extreme weather
Correction verified Mar 25, 2022

About this center

Licensed capacity51 children
Ages servedInfant, Toddler, Pre-Kindergarten, School
Hours06:30 AM-06:00 PM
DaysMon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
Licensed sinceSep 23, 1997
DirectorVickey Whitt
Phone9036574642
State operation #509711

Common questions

Does Ivy League Preschool take infants?

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

What are Ivy League Preschool’s hours?

6:30 AM to 6 PM, Monday through Friday, according to its state licensing record. Confirm holiday and summer hours with the center.

Does Ivy League Preschool accept child care subsidies?

Yes, according to its state licensing record.

How much does Ivy League Preschool cost?

Texas does not publish individual centers’ prices, so ask Ivy League Preschool 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 Ivy League Preschool had any serious violations?

Inspectors recorded 5 high-risk citations since 2021. The most recent was on Jun 25, 2026: “Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months.” Each one is listed in full above.

How does Ivy League Preschool compare with other daycares in Henderson?

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

When was Ivy League Preschool last inspected?

Jul 28, 2026. No violations were found 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 509711 on Search Texas Child Care. Data refreshed Sep 30, 2026.