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Kids of Faith Learning Center

5501 Us Highway 277 S, Abilene, TX 79606 · Taylor County
Accepts child care subsidies

Kids of Faith Learning Center is a licensed child care center in Abilene, TX, licensed for up to 204 children and serving infants through school-age children. It has held its Texas license since 1995. Since October 2021, state inspectors have visited 22 times and investigated 15 reports. Inspectors recorded 25 citations, 3 of them high-risk, most often for staff ratios (7 of 25). 2 citations came in the last 12 months. 8% were corrected during the inspection itself. Measured by risk-weighted citations per inspection, it is #34 of 40 centers in Abilene and better than 27% of licensed centers statewide.

Inspection record

Better than 27%of 9,147 Texas licensed centers, comparing risk-weighted citations per inspection. More citations than most
#34 of 40 centers in Abilene
3High risk
15Medium High risk
7Medium risk
0Medium Low risk
0Low risk
25 citations from 22 inspections and 12 reports since Oct 1, 2021 · 2 in the last 12 months · last inspected Sep 22, 2026

Every state visit

20222023202420252026INSPECTIONS (top) · REPORTS & INVESTIGATIONS (bottom)Sep 22, 2026 · Inspection · no citationAug 26, 2026 · Inspection · citation foundAug 22, 2026 · Report/investigation · no citationJun 17, 2026 · Inspection · no citationJun 17, 2026 · Report/investigation · no citationMay 12, 2026 · Inspection · no citationJan 29, 2026 · Inspection · citation foundMay 22, 2025 · Inspection · no citationMay 20, 2025 · Report/investigation · no citationMar 14, 2025 · Report/investigation · citation foundMar 4, 2025 · Inspection · citation foundFeb 22, 2025 · Report/investigation · no citationJan 6, 2025 · Inspection · citation foundDec 30, 2024 · Report/investigation · no citationJun 5, 2024 · Inspection · no citationMay 7, 2024 · Inspection · citation foundApr 9, 2024 · Inspection · citation foundFeb 27, 2024 · Inspection · no citationFeb 20, 2024 · Report/investigation · no citationJan 4, 2024 · Inspection · no citationDec 21, 2023 · Report/investigation · citation foundOct 12, 2023 · Report/investigation · no citationJul 18, 2023 · Inspection · no citationJul 14, 2023 · Report/investigation · no citationJul 6, 2023 · Inspection · citation foundMay 17, 2023 · Inspection · no citationMay 3, 2023 · Inspection · citation foundApr 19, 2023 · Inspection · citation foundApr 13, 2023 · Report/investigation · no citationNov 10, 2022 · Report/investigation · no citationNov 8, 2022 · Inspection · no citationNov 1, 2022 · Report/investigation · no citationOct 27, 2022 · Report/investigation · citation foundSep 28, 2022 · Inspection · citation foundJun 9, 2022 · Inspection · no citationJun 1, 2022 · Report/investigation · no citationOct 28, 2021 · Inspection · citation found
Citation foundNo citation

What inspectors cited most

Staff ratios7
Building & playground safety6
Food & feeding3
Records & paperwork2
Other standards2
Training & qualifications1
Transportation1
Caregiver conduct1
Health & medication1
Child protection1

Citations, newest first

MediumAug 26, 2026InspectionStaff ratios
Reduction of child/caregiver naptime ratio by 50% allowed, If 13 or more children in care, children are 18 mo. or older and other standards met §746.1613(a)
Ratio was reduced during nap time when a caregiver was observed supervising 9 children alone when the specified age group was 12 months of age. This was corrected at inspection when another caregiver entered the room bringing the operation into compliance.
Correction verified Sep 22, 2026
MediumJan 29, 2026InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Maintenance Procedures for Active Play - Monthly Maintenance Checklist §746.4751(b)
The operation did not have an up to date maintenance checklist for review. The most recent checklist available for review was from October 2025. This was corrected at inspection when the operation conducted a maintenance and documenting it brining the operation into compliance.
Corrected during the visit
Medium HighMar 14, 2025Found during an investigationTraining & qualifications
Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric CPR §746.1315(b)
It was determined through the course of the investigation that a caregiver that has been employed longer than 90 days did not have a current first aid and CPR certification.
Correction verified Mar 26, 2025
Medium HighMar 4, 2025InspectionRecords & paperwork
Documentation of Gas Leak Inspection §746.5405
The operation was lacking a recent gas inspection report for review.
Correction verified Mar 14, 2025
HighJan 6, 2025InspectionStaff ratios
AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation §745.641
An employee that was cleaning in the cafeteria at the operation did not have an eligible background check before having access to children in care. This was corrected at the inspection when the employee left the operation.
Correction verified Jan 9, 2025
Medium HighMay 7, 2024InspectionStaff ratios
Maximum Group Size 13 or More Children §746.1609
The infant room had 11 infants in the room with three caregivers. The specified age group was 0-11 months. This was corrected at inspection when an infant was moved to another classroom bringing the operation in to compliance.
Correction verified Jun 5, 2024
Medium HighApr 9, 2024InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Safety - Areas Free From Hazards §746.3701
Scissors and 2 containers of white out were observed in an unlocked drawer accessible to children in the two year old room. This was corrected at inspection when the items were removed from the drawer and placed out of reach of children.
Correction verified May 7, 2024
Medium HighApr 9, 2024InspectionTransportation
Child Passenger Safety Seat System - Not expired or damaged in accident §746.5607(b)
4 booster seats on the van, used by the operation, were observed to be expired.
Correction verified Apr 9, 2024
Medium HighApr 9, 2024InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Garbage Inaccessible to Children; Maintained in Sanitary Manner §746.3407(8)
A trash can in the 2 yr old room and a trash can in the bathroom used by children did not have lids. Both trash cans contained soiled diapers.
Correction verified May 7, 2024
MediumApr 9, 2024InspectionOther standards
Chairs - Safety Straps Used if Required by Manufacturer §746.4501(b)
A 22 month old was not strapped into the high chiar that was in the kidney bean shaped table during meal time. This was corrected at inspection when the child was moved to a seat with a working buckle and buckled in.
Corrected during the visit
HighDec 21, 2023Found during an investigationCaregiver conduct
Prohibited Punishments - Grabbing and Pulling §746.2805(3)
It was determined through the course of the investigation that a caregiver pulled a 21 month old child by the arm in an effort to discipline the child.
Correction verified Feb 27, 2024
MediumJul 6, 2023InspectionFood & feeding
Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days §746.2421(b)
A 10 month old infant not yet on table food did not have up to date feeding instructions. the form was last updated in March of 2023.
Correction verified Jul 14, 2023
MediumJul 6, 2023InspectionHealth & medication
Children's Records - Immunizations §746.603(a)(4)
2 children's files were lacking an immunization record. Furthermore, 2 children files were lacking a health statement.
Correction verified Jul 14, 2023
Medium HighJul 6, 2023InspectionFood & feeding
Food Allergy Emergency Plan Signed by Parents and Health Care Professional §746.3819
A child with a doctor note that states the child has a dairy allergy does not have an allergy emergency plan on file.
Correction verified Jul 27, 2023
Medium HighMay 3, 2023InspectionStaff ratios
Child/Caregiver Ratio - 18 Months Difference in Age §746.1605
During outdoor time there was a 34 month old combined with a 12 month old on the playground. This was corrected at inspection when the 12 month old was removed from the group.
Correction verified May 17, 2023
Medium HighMay 3, 2023InspectionOther standards
Personal use of electronic devices, such as cell phones, MP3 players, tablets, and video games §746.1203(3)(D)
A caregiver in the infant room answered their personal cell phone during the walk through of the infant room.
Correction verified May 17, 2023
HighApr 19, 2023InspectionStaff ratios
AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation §745.641
A staff member that has access to the children was present at the operation before receiving notice from the CBCU regarding the their eligibility. This was corrected at inspection when the staff member left the premises.
Correction verified May 3, 2023
MediumApr 19, 2023InspectionRecords & paperwork
Required Personnel Records- Meets Requirements §746.901(2)
There are multiple caregiver files that lacking proof of caregiver qualifications.
Correction verified May 3, 2023
Medium HighApr 19, 2023InspectionStaff ratios
Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children §746.1601
2 caregivers were supervising 22 children with the specified age group of 23 months. This was corrected at inspection when another caregiver entered the room.
Correction verified May 3, 2023
Medium HighApr 19, 2023InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Infant Care Area Furnishings and Equipment -Use of Safety Straps §746.2407
An infant was observed not buckled into the toddler table while eating snack. This was corrected at the inspection when the chld was buckled in by a cregiver.
Correction verified May 3, 2023
Medium HighOct 27, 2022Found during an investigationChild protection
Reporting Suspected Abuse, Neglect, Exploitation §746.201(5)
It was determined through the course of the investigation that the operation failed to report suspected abuse of a child within a 48 hour time period.
Correction verified Nov 17, 2022
MediumSep 28, 2022InspectionStaff ratios
Reduction of child/caregiver naptime ratio by 50% allowed, If 13 or more children in care, children are 18 mo. or older and other standards met §746.1613(a)
A 16 month old infant was napping in a reduced ratio classroom, along with children that are 18 months older than the infant. This was corrected at the inspection when the child was moved to the infant room.
Correction verified Nov 8, 2022
Medium HighSep 28, 2022InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Proper Depth Maintained §746.4907(d)
The surfacing under the outdoor play structure has not been maintained at the required depth.
Correction verified Oct 28, 2022
Medium HighOct 28, 2021InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment §746.3407
A portion of the chainlink fence on the playground has separated from the frame causing a possible entrapment hazard.
Correction verified Nov 1, 2021
Medium HighOct 28, 2021InspectionFood & feeding
Food Allergy Emergency Plan Signed by Parents and Health Care Professional §746.3819
Upon review of children's files, it was observed that 2 children with food allergies did not have a signed allergy plan by the parent or the physician. Furthermore, allergy lists were not posted in all areas that the children spend time.
Correction verified Nov 12, 2021

About this center

Licensed capacity204 children
Ages servedInfant, Toddler, Pre-Kindergarten, School
Hours06:30 AM-06:00 PM
DaysMon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
Licensed sinceSep 16, 1995
DirectorBaylee Reatherford
Phone3256958654
State operation #512000

Common questions

Does Kids of Faith Learning Center take infants?

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

What are Kids of Faith Learning Center’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 Kids of Faith Learning Center accept child care subsidies?

Yes, according to its state licensing record.

How much does Kids of Faith Learning Center cost?

Texas does not publish individual centers’ prices, so ask Kids of Faith Learning Center for its current tuition. For comparison, the median full-day price at licensed centers in the West Central Texas area, which includes Abilene, is $30.80 a day for infants, $29.60 a day for toddlers and $28.60 a day for 3-year-olds (2025 Texas Child Care Market Rate Survey).

Has Kids of Faith Learning Center had any serious violations?

Inspectors recorded 3 high-risk citations since 2021. The most recent was on Jan 6, 2025: “AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation.” Each one is listed in full above.

How does Kids of Faith Learning Center compare with other daycares in Abilene?

It is #34 of 40 centers in Abilene by risk-weighted citations per inspection, and is better than 27% of licensed centers statewide (out of 9,147 Texas centers with enough inspection history).

When was Kids of Faith Learning Center last inspected?

Sep 22, 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 512000 on Search Texas Child Care. Data refreshed Sep 30, 2026.