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Longview Child Development Center

601 W Garfield Dr, Longview, TX 75602 · Gregg County
Accepts child care subsidies

Longview Child Development Center is a licensed child care center in Longview, TX, licensed for up to 105 children and serving infants through school-age children. It has held its Texas license since 1996. Since October 2021, state inspectors have visited 26 times and investigated 13 reports. Inspectors recorded 46 citations, 12 of them high-risk, most often for records & paperwork (10 of 46). 2 citations came in the last 12 months. 2% were corrected during the inspection itself. Measured by risk-weighted citations per inspection, it is #40 of 40 centers in Longview 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
#40 of 40 centers in Longview
12High risk
20Medium High risk
13Medium risk
1Medium Low risk
0Low risk
46 citations from 26 inspections and 12 reports since Oct 1, 2021 · 2 in the last 12 months · last inspected Jul 9, 2026

Every state visit

20222023202420252026INSPECTIONS (top) · REPORTS & INVESTIGATIONS (bottom)Jul 9, 2026 · Inspection · no citationJul 7, 2026 · Report/investigation · no citationJun 16, 2026 · Report/investigation · no citationJan 14, 2026 · Inspection · citation foundAug 26, 2025 · Inspection · no citationJun 30, 2025 · Inspection · citation foundJun 13, 2025 · Inspection · no citationJun 3, 2025 · Inspection · citation foundMay 30, 2025 · Report/investigation · citation foundMar 6, 2025 · Inspection · no citationFeb 18, 2025 · Report/investigation · no citationJan 23, 2025 · Inspection · citation foundMay 29, 2024 · Inspection · no citationFeb 20, 2024 · Inspection · citation foundJan 10, 2024 · Inspection · citation foundNov 21, 2023 · Inspection · no citationNov 8, 2023 · Report/investigation · no citationNov 3, 2023 · Inspection · no citationSep 18, 2023 · Report/investigation · no citationSep 15, 2023 · Report/investigation · citation foundSep 13, 2023 · Inspection · no citationJul 24, 2023 · Inspection · citation foundJun 14, 2023 · Report/investigation · no citationMay 18, 2023 · Report/investigation · citation foundMay 11, 2023 · Inspection · citation foundApr 28, 2023 · Inspection · citation foundJul 12, 2022 · Inspection · citation foundApr 14, 2022 · Inspection · no citationApr 5, 2022 · Inspection · citation foundMar 23, 2022 · Inspection · no citationMar 17, 2022 · Inspection · citation foundMar 3, 2022 · Inspection · citation foundFeb 28, 2022 · Report/investigation · citation foundFeb 9, 2022 · Report/investigation · citation foundJan 21, 2022 · Inspection · no citationJan 18, 2022 · Report/investigation · no citationJan 13, 2022 · Inspection · citation foundJan 11, 2022 · Report/investigation · citation foundOct 12, 2021 · Inspection · citation found
Citation foundNo citation

What inspectors cited most

Records & paperwork10
Building & playground safety8
Training & qualifications7
Caregiver conduct6
Other standards5
Staff ratios4
Supervision2
Food & feeding1
Child protection1
Sleep safety1
Health & medication1

Citations, newest first

Medium HighJan 14, 2026InspectionRecords & paperwork
Written Personnel Policies §746.201(2)
Correction verified Dec 29, 2025
MediumJan 14, 2026InspectionTraining & qualifications
Director Annual Training - Additional required topics §746.1311(e)
During inspection required training was not available for review.
Correction verified Dec 29, 2025
MediumJun 30, 2025InspectionTraining & qualifications
Documented Annual Training Area - 24 Hours Required §746.1309(a)
Multiple staff members did not have the required training hours for review during the insepction.
Correction verified Aug 26, 2025
Medium HighJun 30, 2025InspectionRecords & paperwork
Required Admission Information - Address and Phone Number §746.605(2)
Multiple children's records were missing the child's full address information.
Correction verified Aug 26, 2025
Medium HighJun 30, 2025InspectionFood & feeding
Nutrition and Food Service - Food not a reward §746.3301(h)
This standard was reviewed and found to be out of compliance. A caregiver was observed using food as a reward.
Correction verified Aug 26, 2025
MediumJun 30, 2025InspectionRecords & paperwork
Required Admission Information - Physician Information §746.605(10)
Multiple children's records were missing the address information for either a physician or an emergency facility.
Correction verified Aug 26, 2025
Medium HighJun 30, 2025InspectionOther standards
Sanitize Potty-Chairs §746.3407(5)
This standard was reviewed and found to be out of compliance. A potty-chair was not sanitized after use with urine still sitting inside of it.
Correction verified Aug 26, 2025
HighJun 3, 2025InspectionStaff ratios
AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation §745.641
One caregiver was present at inspection without a background check. This was corrected at inspection as the caregiver was sent home and the operation submitted the individuals background check request.
Correction verified Jun 13, 2025
HighMay 30, 2025Found during an investigationCaregiver conduct
Prohibited Punishments - Humiliating, Rejecting, Yelling §746.2805(5)
This standard was reviewed as part of an investigation and found deficient. It was determined that a caregiver has yelled at children as a method of discipline. This caregiver is no longer employed by the operation.
Correction verified Jun 30, 2025
HighMay 30, 2025Found during an investigationCaregiver conduct
Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control §746.1201(1)
This standard was reviewed as part of an investigation and found deficient. It was determined that staff in one classroom failed to demonstrate good judgement when they allowed children to use the restroom in a bucket inside the classroom.
Correction verified Jun 30, 2025
Medium HighJan 23, 2025InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Nine Inches if Equipment Greater Than 5 Ft. §746.4907(a)(2)
The loose fill under the playscape was not at the required depth and grass was seen growing out as well.
Correction verified Mar 6, 2025
MediumFeb 20, 2024InspectionRecords & paperwork
Children's Records - Admission Information §746.603(a)(2)
Child #1, #2, #4, and #5 need a statement they are healthy to be in care from their physician.
Correction verified Feb 29, 2024
HighJan 10, 2024InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months §746.5101(a)
A current fire inspection was not available.
Correction verified Feb 20, 2024
Medium HighJan 10, 2024InspectionTraining & qualifications
Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Pediatric CPR §746.1301(a)(4)(A)
Four staff files were reviewed and two do not have required CPR/1st aid training available for revieiw.
Correction verified Feb 20, 2024
MediumJan 10, 2024InspectionTraining & qualifications
Documented Annual Training Area - 24 Hours Required §746.1309(a)
Four personnel files were reviewed and the following training was not available: #2 and #4 do not have training available for review.
Correction verified Feb 20, 2024
MediumJan 10, 2024InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Safety Documentation for Emergency Drills, Fire Extinguishers, & Smoke Detectors §746.801(10)
An emergency practices document was not available for the previous year.
Correction verified Feb 20, 2024
Medium LowJan 10, 2024InspectionRecords & paperwork
Required Personnel Records - Required Affidavit §746.901(4)
Four personnel records were reviewed and #1 does not have an affidavit on file.
Correction verified Feb 20, 2024
MediumJan 10, 2024InspectionRecords & paperwork
Children's Records - Admission Information §746.603(a)(2)
Ten children's files were reviewed and the following information was not available: Child #4 needs an address for the emergency contact person All 10 children need the new special care statement completed and signed Child #6 parent needs to sign emergency care authorization Child #1, #2, #4, and #5 need a statement they are healthy to be in care from their physician.
Correction verified Feb 20, 2024
Medium HighSep 15, 2023Found during an investigationOther standards
Personal use of electronic devices, such as cell phones, MP3 players, tablets, and video games §746.1203(3)(D)
During the abuse/neglect investigation a caregiver was observed on her phone while caring for children.
Correction verified Nov 3, 2023
HighSep 15, 2023Found during an investigationChild protection
AP Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Ensure No Child Abused, Neglected, or Exploited §746.1201(4)
Based on the preponderance of evidence gathered during the investigation, it is determined that a caregiver did substantially harm a child by using excessive force of dragging the child across the room by one arm and then restraining the child in a chair for punishment for over 30 minutes.
Correction verified Nov 3, 2023
HighSep 15, 2023Found during an investigationCaregiver conduct
Prohibited Punishments - Grabbing and Pulling §746.2805(3)
During the abuse/neglect investigation a caregiver was observed dragging a child by the arm across the room.
Correction verified Nov 3, 2023
HighSep 15, 2023Found during an investigationCaregiver conduct
Prohibited Punishments - Restrictive device for time out §746.2805(8)
During an abuse/neglect investigation it was observed that a caregiver strapped a child into a restrictive device for at least 30 minutes.
Correction verified Nov 3, 2023
Medium HighJul 24, 2023InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Floors, ceilings and Walls in Good Repair and Clean §746.3407(9)
During inspection, wall borders at bottom have come loose and need to be repaired or removed.
Correction verified Sep 13, 2023
HighMay 18, 2023Found during an investigationCaregiver conduct
Prohibited Punishments - No Harsh, Cruel or Unusual §746.2805
During the DFPS investigation it was determined that a child was slapped on the hand by one caregiver and pushed in the chest area by another caregiver.
Correction verified Jul 24, 2023
HighMay 18, 2023Found during an investigationRecords & paperwork
Report Situation Placing Children at Risk §746.305(a)(6)
During the DFPS investigation it was determined that the operation did not notify CCR that a child was inappropriately disciplined.
Correction verified Jul 24, 2023
MediumMay 11, 2023InspectionTraining & qualifications
Documented Annual Training- Required Content §746.1309(e)
During inspection 6 personnel file were missing the following training: SIDS/Shaken Baby/Brain Development for infants Hazardous Materials Training Food Allergies Training Emegency Preparedness Training 1st aid/cpr Training
Correction verified Jun 21, 2023
MediumMay 11, 2023InspectionStaff ratios
Written Operational Policies - Operating Times §746.501(a)(1)
The parent handbook is missing required information.
Correction verified Jun 21, 2023
HighApr 28, 2023InspectionStaff ratios
AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation §745.641
During the inspection it was found that a person with a pending background check had at times been watching classrooms with children while the caregivers were on break.
Correction verified May 11, 2023
Medium HighApr 28, 2023InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Safety - Areas Free From Hazards §746.3701
During the walk through I observed a plugged in power strip lying on the counter of a sink inside of a classroom.
Correction verified May 11, 2023
Medium HighApr 28, 2023InspectionOther standards
Personal use of electronic devices, such as cell phones, MP3 players, tablets, and video games §746.1203(3)(D)
During the walk through I observed two caregivers on their personal phones.
Correction verified May 11, 2023
Medium HighApr 28, 2023InspectionTraining & qualifications
Director's Absence - Qualified Caregiver in Charge §746.1013(a)
During the inspection multiple caregivers stated that no one was left in charge while the acting director was away from the facility.
Correction verified May 11, 2023
MediumJul 12, 2022InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Safety Documentation for Emergency Drills, Fire Extinguishers, & Smoke Detectors §746.801(10)
During inspection the safety practices document was not available for the current year.
Correction verified Jul 21, 2022
Medium HighApr 5, 2022InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment §746.3407
During the inspection a toilet that children use was observed to be clogged with waste. When asked caregivers stated this toilet has been in this manner for over a week.
Correction verified Apr 14, 2022
Medium HighMar 17, 2022InspectionSupervision
Responsibilities of Caregivers - Free of other activities §746.1203(6)
During my inspection I observed one of the rooms was not cleaned the night before making the teacher complete janitorial duties leading to the room getting out of control.
Correction verified Mar 23, 2022
Medium HighMar 3, 2022InspectionRecords & paperwork
Sign-in and Sign-out Tracking System §746.631(a)
The operation could not provide a sigh-in and sign-out log.
Correction verified Mar 17, 2022
MediumMar 3, 2022InspectionOther standards
Screen Time Activities - Not Used for Under Two §746.2207(a)
During the inspection I observed a classroom with a child under two years old watching television.
Corrected during the visit
HighMar 3, 2022InspectionSupervision
Responsibilities of Caregivers- Supervision of Children §746.1203(4)
During my inspection I observed a child playing in a room by themselves with no caregiver supervision for around 5 minutes.
Correction verified Mar 17, 2022
MediumMar 3, 2022InspectionOther standards
Screen Time Activities - Not Exceed One Hour Daily §746.2207(c)(3)
While observing video for the investigation I observed the children watching television for 3 hours. This screen time also overlapped meal time for breakfast at 9:00AM.
Correction verified Mar 17, 2022
Medium HighFeb 28, 2022Found during an investigationStaff ratios
Child/Caregiver Ratio - 18 Months Difference in Age §746.1605
During the inspection I observed a room of children with the youngest being 14 months old and the oldest being 4 years old. This was a 34 month age gap between the youngest and oldest child in care.
Correction verified Mar 17, 2022
HighFeb 9, 2022Found during an investigationCaregiver conduct
Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control §746.1201(1)
Based off a DFPS Investigation this Minimum Standard was found to be out of compliance. The caregiver demonstrated poor judgement when they picked up a toddler and slung them onto their nap mat.
Correction verified Apr 5, 2022
MediumFeb 9, 2022Found during an investigationSleep safety
Children Not Required to Sleep - May Not Force Child to Sleep §746.2905(1)
Based on a DFPS Investigation this Minimum Standard was found to be out of compliance. A caregiver was found to have placed a blanket over a toddlers head during naptime.
Correction verified Apr 5, 2022
Medium HighJan 13, 2022InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Floors, ceilings and Walls in Good Repair and Clean §746.3407(9)
During the walk through I observed the ceiling and wall in the cafeteria had water damage. This damage caused the paint and parts of the wall the crumble when touched. I also observed in the Pre-K room part of the wall exposed allowing children to peel at it.
Correction verified Jan 21, 2022
Medium HighJan 11, 2022Found during an investigationRecords & paperwork
Parental Notification of Communicable Disease §746.307(d)
During the investigation it was found that parents were not being notified of Covid-19 cases within the required time frame.
Correction verified Jan 21, 2022
Medium HighJan 11, 2022Found during an investigationHealth & medication
Report Outbreak of Communicable Illness §746.305(a)(4)
During the investigation it was found that the operation was not reporting Covid-19 cases to CCR withing the required time frame.
Correction verified Jan 21, 2022
Medium HighOct 12, 2021InspectionTraining & qualifications
Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric first aid with rescue breathing and choking. §746.1315(a)
During the inspection 8 Personnel Records were observed, out of those 8 records 6 of them did not have currecnt First-Aid/CPR.
Correction verified Nov 10, 2021
Medium HighOct 12, 2021InspectionRecords & paperwork
Required Admission Information - Emergency Contact §746.605(6)
During the inspection 10 children's records were observed, out of the 10 6 of these records did not have the full Emergency Contact information. 5 of these records were also missing the child's date of admission and their Special Needs statement, and 5 of the records were missing a full address for the Emergency Medical Attention.
Correction verified Nov 10, 2021

About this center

Licensed capacity105 children
Ages servedInfant, Toddler, Pre-Kindergarten, School
Hours07:30 AM-05:30 PM
DaysMon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
Licensed sinceMar 13, 1996
DirectorJoshua Harper
Phone9038035780
State operation #247802

Common questions

Does Longview Child Development Center take infants?

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

What are Longview Child Development Center’s hours?

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

Does Longview Child Development Center accept child care subsidies?

Yes, according to its state licensing record.

Has Longview Child Development Center had any serious violations?

Inspectors recorded 12 high-risk citations since 2021. The most recent was on Jun 3, 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 Longview Child Development Center compare with other daycares in Longview?

It is #40 of 40 centers in Longview 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 Longview Child Development Center last inspected?

Jul 9, 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 247802 on Search Texas Child Care. Data refreshed Sep 30, 2026.