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Red Lick Christian Preschool

3206 N Fm 2148, Texarkana, TX 75503 · Bowie County
1 high-risk citation in last 12 monthsAccepts child care subsidies

Red Lick Christian Preschool is a licensed child care center in Texarkana, TX, licensed for up to 160 children and serving infants through school-age children. It has held its Texas license since 2013. Since October 2021, state inspectors have visited 24 times and investigated 11 reports. Inspectors recorded 21 citations, 7 of them high-risk, most often for building & playground safety (8 of 21). 4 citations came in the last 12 months, including 1 high-risk. Its last 2 inspections found no violations. Measured by risk-weighted citations per inspection, it is #19 of 23 centers in Texarkana and better than 34% of licensed centers statewide.

Inspection record

Better than 34%of 9,147 Texas licensed centers, comparing risk-weighted citations per inspection. More citations than most
#19 of 23 centers in Texarkana
7High risk
11Medium High risk
3Medium risk
0Medium Low risk
0Low risk
21 citations from 24 inspections and 9 reports since Oct 1, 2021 · 4 in the last 12 months · last inspected Jun 25, 2026

Every state visit

20222023202420252026INSPECTIONS (top) · REPORTS & INVESTIGATIONS (bottom)Jun 25, 2026 · Inspection · no citationJan 21, 2026 · Inspection · no citationJan 6, 2026 · Inspection · citation foundAug 18, 2025 · Inspection · no citationMay 14, 2025 · Inspection · no citationMay 6, 2025 · Inspection · citation foundApr 14, 2025 · Inspection · no citationApr 11, 2025 · Report/investigation · citation foundApr 10, 2025 · Inspection · no citationApr 3, 2025 · Inspection · no citationApr 1, 2025 · Report/investigation · citation foundMar 13, 2025 · Inspection · no citationMar 6, 2025 · Report/investigation · citation foundMar 6, 2025 · Inspection · citation foundJan 28, 2025 · Inspection · no citationDec 21, 2024 · Report/investigation · citation foundOct 23, 2024 · Inspection · no citationOct 7, 2024 · Inspection · no citationOct 7, 2024 · Report/investigation · no citationSep 13, 2024 · Report/investigation · citation foundSep 4, 2024 · Inspection · no citationAug 7, 2024 · Inspection · no citationAug 7, 2024 · Report/investigation · citation foundApr 2, 2024 · Inspection · no citationMar 20, 2024 · Inspection · citation foundMar 18, 2024 · Report/investigation · no citationJun 15, 2023 · Inspection · no citationOct 6, 2022 · Inspection · no citationOct 5, 2022 · Report/investigation · no citationSep 8, 2022 · Inspection · no citationAug 23, 2022 · Inspection · citation foundJul 14, 2022 · Inspection · no citationJul 13, 2022 · Report/investigation · no citationMay 2, 2022 · Inspection · no citationApr 28, 2022 · Report/investigation · no citation
Citation foundNo citation

What inspectors cited most

Building & playground safety8
Health & medication3
Caregiver conduct3
Sleep safety1
Supervision1
Food & feeding1
Records & paperwork1
Training & qualifications1
Other standards1
Staff ratios1

Citations, newest first

Medium HighJan 6, 2026InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Active Play Surfacing In Use Zones - Loose Fill or Unitary Surfacing §746.4901(a)
It was observed that a slide that is 27 inches tall was lacking loose fill around the slide.
Correction verified Jan 21, 2026
Medium HighJan 6, 2026InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment §746.3407
It was observed on the playground there were three broken toys on two playgrounds, there were cleaning supplies in the reach of children in two classrooms, there was a bag of garbage that had been placed in a children's restroom on the floor, and that there was trash on the floor of another classroom. The cleaning supplies was moved to an uppershelf in both classrooms.
Correction verified Jan 21, 2026
HighJan 6, 2026InspectionSleep safety
AP Cribs - Only Snug Fitting Sheet and Crib Mattress Cover Allowed if Infant Younger than 12 Months of Age §746.2415(b)
It was observed in the infant room that five of then cribs had loose fitted sheets on the mattresses. This was corrected when the director removed the crib sheets from the mattresses.
Correction verified Jan 21, 2026
Medium HighJan 6, 2026InspectionHealth & medication
Safety - Televisions Anchored to Prevent Tip Over §746.3701(10)
During the walkthrough it was observed that a television in a classroom that is used on occassion was not anchored or secured which could lead to it falling over on a child.
Correction verified Jan 21, 2026
Medium HighMay 6, 2025InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Safety - Areas Free From Hazards §746.3701
During walkthrough it was observed that there was cleaning supplies and household paint accessible to children. It was also observed that play equipment on toddler playground had two broken seats. Corrected at inspection when director/staff removed cleaning supplies and paint out of reach of children. Director placed duck tape on broken seats of equipment.
Correction verified May 14, 2025
HighApr 11, 2025Found 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 as part of an investigation and found non-compliant. It was discovered that several staff while outside on playground had positioned themselves in one location away from children, behind equipment or had their backs to the children.
Correction verified May 6, 2025
HighApr 1, 2025Found during an investigationCaregiver conduct
Prohibited Punishments - Using Harsh, Abusive or Profane Language §746.2805(6)
This standard was reviewed as part of an investigation and found non-compliant. It was discovered that a staff had used harsh voice when telling a child to sit down in a chair.
Correction verified May 6, 2025
Medium HighMar 6, 2025Found during an investigationBuilding & playground safety
Safety - Areas Free From Hazards §746.3701
This standard was reviewed as part of an investigation and found non-compliant. It was discovered that a child had picked up a label for labeling bottles and cubbies and placed it in their mouth.
Correction verified Apr 3, 2025
Medium HighMar 6, 2025InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Safety - Play Materials and Equipment Safe §746.3701(5)
During the walk through of playground it was observed that there were broken toys that may cause an injury. This was corrected at inspection when the director removed from the playground.
Correction verified Mar 13, 2025
MediumDec 21, 2024Found during an investigationFood & feeding
Nutrition - Children encouraged but not forced to eat §746.3311(c)
This standard was reviewed as part of an investigation and found non-compliant. It was discovered that a staff was forcing infants to drink their bottles.
Correction verified Jan 28, 2025
HighDec 21, 2024Found during an investigationCaregiver conduct
Prohibited Punishments - Grabbing and Pulling §746.2805(3)
This standard was reviewed as part of an investigation and found non-compliant. It was discovered that a staff had pulled a child's leg who was standing to get them to lay down in their crib.
Correction verified Jan 28, 2025
HighDec 21, 2024Found during an investigationRecords & paperwork
Report Situation Placing Children at Risk §746.305(a)(6)
This standard was reviewed as part of an investigation and found non-compliant. It was discovered that the operation failed to report the incident to Child Care Regulations after becoming aware, when staff had informed the director of what they had witnessed.
Correction verified Jan 28, 2025
MediumDec 21, 2024Found during an investigationTraining & qualifications
Director Responsibilities - Employees Comply with Standards §746.1003(2)
This standard was reviewed as part of an investigation and found non-compliant. It was discovered that the director had not addressed concerns when staff approached her about the incident they had witnessed in the classes.
Correction verified Jan 28, 2025
HighSep 13, 2024Found during an investigationCaregiver conduct
Prohibited Punishments - Grabbing and Pulling §746.2805(3)
This standard was investigated as part of an DFPS investigation and found to be in non-compliance. It was discovered that a staff had moved a child's foot with their foot and when the child kicked the staff, they grabbed the child and pulled them to the table by their arm.
Correction verified Oct 23, 2024
HighAug 7, 2024Found during an investigationOther standards
Responsibilities of Caregivers - Intervene to ensure each child's safety §746.1205(a)(5)
This standard was reviewed as part of an investigation and found non-compliant. During the investigation it was observed in video provided that staff did not intervene when two children were fighting over a toy that led to a child biting another child.
Correction verified Sep 4, 2024
Medium HighMar 20, 2024InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Garbage Inaccessible to Children; Maintained in Sanitary Manner §746.3407(8)
It was observed during walkthrough that a uncovered trash can present in a Pre-K's restroom had soiled pull up accessible to children.
Correction verified Apr 2, 2024
Medium HighMar 20, 2024InspectionHealth & medication
Children Handwashing After Toileting or Diapering §746.3417(3)
It was observed that a child did not wash their hands after having their pull up/diaper changed in the toddler classroom.
Correction verified Apr 2, 2024
Medium HighMar 20, 2024InspectionHealth & medication
Employee Handwashing After Diapering a Child §746.3415(4)
It was observed in a toddler room that a caregiver did not wash their hands after changing a child's pull up/diaper.
Correction verified Apr 2, 2024
MediumAug 23, 2022InspectionStaff ratios
Written Operational Policies - Promotion of Physical Activity §746.501(a)(18)
During a review of operational policies it was lacking policies on the following: Benefits of physical activity and outdoor play, duration of physical activities both indoor and outdoor, setting in which physical activity will take place, recommendation of clothing and footwear, and a plan to ensure physical activites occur when weather conditions prevents outdoor play.
Correction verified Sep 8, 2022
Medium HighAug 23, 2022InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment §746.3407
In the Pre-K there is a whole in the wall behind the door of the boys bathroom. (photo taken)
Correction verified Sep 8, 2022
Medium HighAug 23, 2022InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Safety - Electrical Outlets Covered §746.3701(1)
There were two plugs in the Pre-K classroom that were lacking plug covers. (Photos taken)
Correction verified Sep 8, 2022

About this center

Licensed capacity160 children
Ages servedInfant, Toddler, Pre-Kindergarten, School
Hours07:00 AM-06:00 PM
DaysMon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
Licensed sinceJul 25, 2013
DirectorMary Hull
Phone9038315619
State operation #1507907

Common questions

Does Red Lick Christian Preschool take infants?

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

What are Red Lick Christian Preschool’s hours?

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

Does Red Lick Christian Preschool accept child care subsidies?

Yes, according to its state licensing record.

How much does Red Lick Christian Preschool cost?

Texas does not publish individual centers’ prices, so ask Red Lick Christian Preschool for its current tuition. For comparison, the median full-day price at licensed centers in the Northeast Texas area, which includes Texarkana, is $28.00 a day for infants, $27.00 a day for toddlers and $26.20 a day for 3-year-olds (2025 Texas Child Care Market Rate Survey).

Has Red Lick Christian Preschool had any serious violations?

Inspectors recorded 7 high-risk citations since 2021. The most recent was on Jan 6, 2026: “AP Cribs - Only Snug Fitting Sheet and Crib Mattress Cover Allowed if Infant Younger than 12 Months of Age.” Each one is listed in full above.

How does Red Lick Christian Preschool compare with other daycares in Texarkana?

It is #19 of 23 centers in Texarkana by risk-weighted citations per inspection, and is better than 34% of licensed centers statewide (out of 9,147 Texas centers with enough inspection history).

When was Red Lick Christian Preschool last inspected?

Jun 25, 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 1507907 on Search Texas Child Care. Data refreshed Sep 30, 2026.