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Magnolia Children's Learning Center

12006 Slide Rd, Lubbock, TX 79424 · Lubbock County
5 high-risk citations in last 12 months

Magnolia Children's Learning Center is a licensed child care center in Lubbock, TX, licensed for up to 38 children and serving infants through school-age children. It has held its Texas license since 2020. Since October 2021, state inspectors have visited 21 times and investigated 6 reports. Inspectors recorded 29 citations, 10 of them high-risk, most often for building & playground safety (8 of 29). 10 citations came in the last 12 months, including 5 high-risk. 7% were corrected during the inspection itself. Measured by risk-weighted citations per inspection, it is #100 of 102 centers in Lubbock and better than 14% of licensed centers statewide.

Inspection record

Better than 14%of 9,147 Texas licensed centers, comparing risk-weighted citations per inspection. Among the most cited
#100 of 102 centers in Lubbock
10High risk
16Medium High risk
2Medium risk
1Medium Low risk
0Low risk
29 citations from 21 inspections and 6 reports since Oct 1, 2021 · 10 in the last 12 months · last inspected Sep 15, 2026

Every state visit

20222023202420252026INSPECTIONS (top) · REPORTS & INVESTIGATIONS (bottom)Sep 15, 2026 · Inspection · citation foundAug 21, 2026 · Inspection · no citationAug 7, 2026 · Inspection · citation foundAug 6, 2026 · Report/investigation · citation foundAug 3, 2026 · Inspection · no citationJun 25, 2026 · Inspection · citation foundApr 14, 2026 · Inspection · no citationApr 1, 2026 · Inspection · citation foundMar 30, 2026 · Report/investigation · no citationMar 16, 2026 · Inspection · no citationMar 12, 2026 · Report/investigation · citation foundMar 2, 2026 · Inspection · no citationAug 28, 2025 · Inspection · citation foundFeb 27, 2025 · Inspection · no citationFeb 19, 2025 · Report/investigation · no citationOct 29, 2024 · Inspection · no citationOct 23, 2024 · Inspection · citation foundOct 15, 2024 · Inspection · citation foundAug 20, 2024 · Inspection · no citationAug 9, 2024 · Inspection · no citationAug 7, 2024 · Report/investigation · citation foundDec 19, 2023 · Inspection · citation foundMay 30, 2023 · Inspection · no citationMay 4, 2023 · Inspection · citation foundMay 3, 2023 · Report/investigation · citation foundFeb 22, 2023 · Inspection · citation foundApr 5, 2022 · Inspection · citation found
Citation foundNo citation

What inspectors cited most

Building & playground safety8
Staff ratios6
Training & qualifications6
Supervision2
Caregiver conduct2
Records & paperwork2
Food & feeding1
Health & medication1
Background checks1

Citations, newest first

Medium HighSep 15, 2026InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Safety - Electrical Outlets Covered §746.3701(1)
During the inspection an electrical outlet that is used by the operation was observed to not have a child safety cover and was accessible to children. This was corrected at inspection when staff covered the outlet that was missing a cover.
HighAug 7, 2026InspectionFood & feeding
Mark Cleaning Supplies, Toxic Materials; Keep Separate from Food and Inaccessible to Children §746.3407(12)
During the inspection, a can of Lysol was observed to be within reach of children in care. This was corrected during the inspection when staff removed the Lysol and placed it in an area inaccessible to children.
Corrected during the visit
HighAug 6, 2026Found 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 was present and had access to the children at the operation before receiving notice from the CBCU regarding the person's eligibility.
Correction verified Sep 15, 2026
HighAug 6, 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)
During the investigation, it was found that children are allowed to leave their classroom to use the restroom unattended.
Correction verified Sep 15, 2026
HighAug 6, 2026Found during an investigationCaregiver conduct
Prohibited Punishments - Associated with Food, Naps, or Toilet Training §746.2805(2)
During the investigation, it was found that an employee used candy as a tool to reinforce behavior.
Correction verified Sep 15, 2026
Medium HighAug 6, 2026Found during an investigationBuilding & playground safety
Safety - Electrical Outlets Covered §746.3701(1)
During the inspection an electrical outlet that is used by the operation was observed to not have a child safety cover and was accessible to children. This was corrected at inspection when staff covered the outlet that was missing a cover.
Corrected during the visit
Medium HighJun 25, 2026InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Six Inches if Equipment 5 Ft or Less §746.4907(a)(1)
The active play equipment used by children in care had less than 6 inhes of loose fill in the use zone.
Correction verified Aug 3, 2026
Medium HighApr 1, 2026InspectionHealth & medication
Diaper Changing Equipment - No Play or Eating Surfaces Used §746.3503(b)
During the inspection an employee was observed changing a child s diaper on the floor area where other children were playing.
Correction verified Apr 14, 2026
HighApr 1, 2026InspectionCaregiver conduct
Prohibited Punishments - Grabbing and Pulling §746.2805(3)
During the inspection an employee was observed using inappropriate discipline on a child in care by grabbing and pulling on the child.
Correction verified Apr 14, 2026
Medium HighMar 12, 2026Found during an investigationStaff ratios
Naptime Child/Caregiver Ratio - Caregivers Physically Present §746.1613(a)(6)
It was found during the investigation that caregivers left children alone inside of a classroom while the children were napping.
Correction verified Apr 14, 2026
Medium HighAug 28, 2025InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Emergency Preparedness Plan - Evacuation, relocation, and sheltering/lock-down procedures §746.5202(1)
It was found during the inspection the operation does not have a plan in place to move the children to a designated safe area or alternate shelter if they have to exit through the playground area. The plan the operation currently has in place to exit from the playground puts the children in an enclosed area where they would be trapped in this area and have no way to get out of the area.
Correction verified Sep 10, 2025
Medium HighOct 23, 2024InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Six Inches if Equipment 5 Ft or Less §746.4907(a)(1)
It was found during the inspection the operation does not have at least 6 inches of surfacing in the required use zones.
Correction verified Oct 29, 2024
Medium HighOct 15, 2024InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Six Inches if Equipment 5 Ft or Less §746.4907(a)(1)
It was found during the inspection the operation does not have at least 6 inches of surfacing in the required use zones.
Correction verified Oct 23, 2024
Medium LowOct 15, 2024InspectionRecords & paperwork
Required Personnel Records - Required Affidavit (Form 2985) §746.901(4)
2 out of 4 records reviewed did not have a notarized Affidavit for Applicants for Employment in their file or avilable for review during the inspection.
Correction verified Oct 23, 2024
HighAug 7, 2024Found 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)
It was found during the inspection the operation was allowing children to leave the classroom unsupervisied to go to the bathroom.
Correction verified Aug 20, 2024
MediumAug 7, 2024Found during an investigationTraining & qualifications
Additional Minimum Qualifications for Caregivers - Age Requirement §746.1107(1)
It was found during the inspection that an employee who doesn't meet caregiver qualifications was in a caregiver role.
Correction verified Aug 20, 2024
Medium HighAug 7, 2024Found during an investigationStaff ratios
Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children §746.1601
It was found during the inspection a caregiver stepped out of the classroom leaving the other caregiver in the room out of ratio.
Correction verified Aug 20, 2024
Medium HighAug 7, 2024Found during an investigationStaff ratios
Child/Caregiver Ratio - 18 Months Difference in Age §746.1605(1)
It was found during the inspection that 22 infants, toddlers, and Pre-K children were combined together with 2 caregivers and the youngest and oldest child in the group were more than 18 months apart.
Correction verified Aug 20, 2024
Medium HighDec 19, 2023InspectionTraining & qualifications
CPR Training and Recertification Adhere to Guidelines-skill based §746.1315(b)(1)
It was found while reviewing records that one caregiver did not have the required hands-on skill-based instruction and practice CPR training.
Correction verified Dec 29, 2023
HighMay 4, 2023InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months §746.5101(a)
It was found during the inspection the operations last fire inspection was on 4/21/23 therefore it has been over a year since their last fire inspection.
Correction verified May 12, 2023
Medium HighMay 3, 2023Found during an investigationStaff ratios
Child/Caregiver Ratio - 18 Months Difference in Age §746.1605(1)
It was found during the investigation where an infant was placed in a classroom with the oldest child in the group being 23 months older than the infant.
Correction verified May 30, 2023
HighMay 3, 2023Found during an investigationStaff ratios
AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation §745.641
It was found during the investigation an employee was allowed to be present at the operation and have access to the children at the operation before receiving the employee's notice from the Criminal Background Check Unit regarding the employee's eligibility.
Correction verified May 30, 2023
Medium HighFeb 22, 2023InspectionTraining & qualifications
Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Orientation §746.1301(1)(A)
1 out of 4 records reviewed was missing verification that orientation was completed.
Correction verified Feb 27, 2023
HighFeb 22, 2023InspectionBackground checks
Required Personnel Records-Proof of DFPS background checks §746.901(7)
4 out of 4 records reviewed did not have proof of requested background checks.
Correction verified Feb 27, 2023
Medium HighFeb 22, 2023InspectionTraining & qualifications
Training Requirements for Employees and Caregivers - Pre-service Training §746.1301(2)(A)
3 out of 4 records reviewed was missing verification that Pre-Service trainings were completed.
Correction verified Feb 27, 2023
MediumFeb 22, 2023InspectionRecords & paperwork
Required Personnel Records- Meets Requirements §746.901(2)
2 out of 4 records reviewed was missing documentation of age verification and 3 out of 4 records reviewed was missing documentation of education verification.
Correction verified Feb 27, 2023
Medium HighFeb 22, 2023InspectionTraining & qualifications
Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric first aid with rescue breathing and choking. §746.1315(a)
1 out of 4 records did not have verification of current First Aid/CPR certification.
Correction verified Feb 27, 2023
Medium HighFeb 22, 2023InspectionTraining & qualifications
CPR Training and Recertification Adhere to Guidelines-skill based §746.1315(b)(1)
1 out of 4 records reviewed did not complete the the required skill base portion of their CPR Training.
Correction verified Mar 6, 2023
HighApr 5, 2022InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months §746.5101(a)
It was found during the inspection the operation last fire inspection was conducted on 10/26/2020.
Correction verified Apr 21, 2022

About this center

Licensed capacity38 children
Ages servedInfant, Toddler, Pre-Kindergarten, School
Hours06:30 AM-06:30 PM
DaysMon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
Licensed sinceJul 22, 2020
DirectorJessica Rocha
Phone8069936252
State operation #1700366

Common questions

Does Magnolia Children's Learning Center take infants?

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

What are Magnolia Children's Learning Center’s hours?

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

Does Magnolia Children's Learning Center accept child care subsidies?

Not according to its state licensing record. Ask the center directly, since participation can change.

How much does Magnolia Children's Learning Center cost?

Texas does not publish individual centers’ prices, so ask Magnolia Children's Learning Center for its current tuition. For comparison, the median full-day price at licensed centers in the South Plains area, which includes Lubbock, is $33.80 a day for infants, $32.80 a day for toddlers and $31.80 a day for 3-year-olds (2025 Texas Child Care Market Rate Survey).

Has Magnolia Children's Learning Center had any serious violations?

Inspectors recorded 10 high-risk citations since 2021. The most recent was on Aug 7, 2026: “Mark Cleaning Supplies, Toxic Materials; Keep Separate from Food and Inaccessible to Children.” Each one is listed in full above.

How does Magnolia Children's Learning Center compare with other daycares in Lubbock?

It is #100 of 102 centers in Lubbock by risk-weighted citations per inspection, and is better than 14% of licensed centers statewide (out of 9,147 Texas centers with enough inspection history).

When was Magnolia Children's Learning Center last inspected?

Sep 15, 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 1700366 on Search Texas Child Care. Data refreshed Sep 30, 2026.