Texas records · LIBERTY County · CLEVELAND

Tarkington Learning Center

Licensed Center in CLEVELAND, Texas · Full Permit · permit issued May 26, 2009

State record presented as of November 5, 2026

Address: 2520 FM 163 RD, CLEVELAND, TX 77327 1021
Operation type: Licensed Center
Type of issuance: Full Permit
Permit issued: May 26, 2009
Operation number: 976906
Licensed capacity: 99 children
Ages served: Infant,Toddler,Pre-Kindergarten,School
Schedule: Mon,Tue,Wed,Thu,Fri · 06:30 AM-06:00 PM
Conditions on permit: YES

The record at a glance

Inspections on record	11
Reports (complaints, incidents, self-reports) on record	3
Assessments on record	0
Standards evaluated across those visits	3,242
Citations recorded	30
Record covers	January 23, 2022 – October 16, 2026

Citations by the state’s risk levels

High	6
Medium High	19
Medium	4
Medium Low	1

Visits and findings, newest first

InspectionOctober 16, 2026No citation recorded at this visit

ReportOctober 14, 2026No citation recorded at this visit0 of 6 standards cited at this visit

InspectionJuly 10, 20268 citations recorded8 of 657 standards cited at this visit

746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and EquipmentRisk level: Medium High

CCR observed cleaning supplies stored under an unlocked sink cabinet in both the toddler and school-age classrooms. Additionally, cleaning wipes, diaper ointments, a toy, baby wipes, and specks of dirt were noted on the diaper changing table in the toddler classroom. Correction made: The caregiver removed the cleaning supplies and ointments and cleaned the diaper table.

Corrected at the time of inspection.

746.3401(a) - Annual Sanitation InspectionRisk level: Medium High

The operation has not had a health inspection since 8/28/2024

Correction verified by the state on August 17, 2026. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.5305 - Mounting of Fire ExtinguishersRisk level: Medium High

CCR observed two fire extinguishers accessible to children on the floor in the school-age classroom. Correction made: The caregiver stored the fire extinguisher, and it was inaccessible to the children.

Corrected at the time of inspection.

746.503 - Provide Parents With Copy of PoliciesRisk level: Medium

The operation policy was not available for review during the inspection.

Correction verified by the state on July 17, 2026. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.5101(a) - Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 MonthsRisk level: High

The operation has not had a fire inspection since 8/28/2024.

Correction verified by the state on July 22, 2026. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.4807(c) - Measurement of Use Zone for Swings - on SidesRisk level: Medium High

CCR observed two stationary equipment: a play equipment with a slide and a rocking equipment seat, not located within 6 feet away from the to-fro swing structure.

Correction verified by the state on July 17, 2026. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.801(5) - Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Employees' AttendanceRisk level: Medium

Attendance records for the director/owner were not available during the inspection.

Correction verified by the state on August 6, 2026.

746.2431 - Infant Daily Report - Share with ParentRisk level: Medium High

The infant caregiver is not completing daily reports for infants to share with parents.

Correction verified by the state on July 17, 2026. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

InspectionAugust 1, 2025No citation recorded at this visit0 of 75 standards cited at this visit

InspectionJuly 9, 20252 citations recorded2 of 417 standards cited at this visit

746.901(6) - Required Personnel Records -Training HoursRisk level: Medium

One caregivers file reviewed did not contain their CPR/First aid training or their SIDS/Shaking Baby Syndrome training record or certificate.

Correction verified by the state on July 14, 2025.

746.901(4) - Required Personnel Records - Required Affidavit (Form 2985)Risk level: Medium Low

One caregivers file reviewed did not have the required signed affidavit. There was a blank affidavit in the caregivers file.

Correction verified by the state on July 14, 2025.

InspectionMarch 24, 2025No citation recorded at this visit0 of 8 standards cited at this visit

InspectionMarch 11, 20253 citations recorded3 of 3 standards cited at this visit

745.621(a)(2) - AP Initial background checks submitted - At the time you hire someoneRisk level: High

There was a person in the operation counted in child caregiver ratio who did not have a background check. The person in charge corrected this at the time of the inspection by having the person leave the operation.

Correction verified by the state on March 24, 2025. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.4501(b) - Chairs - Safety Straps Used if Required by ManufacturerRisk level: Medium

There was an infant in a high chair that was not strapped in with the straps that were attached to the high chair. A caregiver corrected this at the time of the inspection by strapping the child in the chair.

Corrected at the time of inspection. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.3701(3) - Safety - Air Conditioners, Fans, Heaters SafeguardedRisk level: Medium High

There was heater/fan that was on a shelf that was accessible to children. The person in charge corrected this at the time of the inspection by removing the heater/fan.

Corrected at the time of inspection. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

ReportMarch 6, 20257 citations recorded7 of 9 standards cited at this visit

746.1003(1) - Director Responsibilities - Operate in ComplianceRisk level: High

Based on the information gathered during the investigation inspection, the Director allowed a person with no background check to supervise children alone, turned off the water during a freeze which resulted in proper handwashing techniques not being used for employees and children, a pipe busting causing a leak, and not reporting to Licensing when a child received medical attention when a shelf fell on the child.

Correction verified by the state on March 24, 2025. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.3417(1) - Children Handwashing Before EatingRisk level: Medium High

Based on the information gathered when the water was turned off children's hands were not being properly washed. Baby wipes and hand sanitizer were being used.

Correction verified by the state on March 24, 2025. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and EquipmentRisk level: Medium High

During the inspection it was found that a ceiling tile was missing and above the tile was a pipe that was leaking water.

Correction verified by the state on March 24, 2025. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.305(a)(2) - AP Report Child Injury Requiring Medical Treatment by a Health-Care Professional or HospitalizationRisk level: Medium High

It was found during the investigation that the operation did not report to Licensing that a child received medical treatment when a shelf fell on the child.

Correction verified by the state on March 24, 2025. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.3415(1) - Employee Handwashing Before Eating or Handling FoodRisk level: Medium High

Based on the information gathered when the water was turned off employee's hands were not being properly washed. Baby wipes and hand sanitizer were being used.

Correction verified by the state on March 24, 2025. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.3415(5) - Employee Handwashing After Assisting a Child with ToiletingRisk level: Medium High

Based on the information gathered when the water was turned off employee's hands were not being properly washed. Baby wipes and hand sanitizer were being used.

Correction verified by the state on March 24, 2025. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.3417(3) - Children Handwashing After Toileting or DiaperingRisk level: Medium High

Based on the information gathered when the water was turned off children's hands were not being properly washed. Baby wipes and hand sanitizer were being used.

Correction verified by the state on March 24, 2025. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

InspectionAugust 26, 20243 citations recorded3 of 853 standards cited at this visit

746.3401(a) - Annual Sanitation InspectionRisk level: Medium High

The Sanitation Inspection expired on 3/15/2024. The Director is going to correct this by getting the Sanitation Inspection done.

Correction verified by the state on August 28, 2024. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.5101(a) - Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 MonthsRisk level: High

The Fire Inspection expired on 3/15/2024. The Director is going to correct this by getting the Fire Inspection done.

Correction verified by the state on August 28, 2024. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.1316(a) - Transportation Safety Training -Director and Employee Complete 2 Hours AnnuallyRisk level: Medium High

The Director and the employee who transport children both had expired transportation training. The Director and the employee are getting the training done today before they transport children.

Correction verified by the state on August 26, 2024. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

InspectionSeptember 7, 20231 citation recorded1 of 408 standards cited at this visit

746.3503(a) - Diaper Changing Equipment - Smooth, Non-absorbent, Easy to Clean SurfaceRisk level: Medium High

There was a diaper changing mat that had a tear in it. The Director corrected this at the time of the inspection by replacing the mat.

Corrected at the time of inspection. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

InspectionMarch 23, 2023No citation recorded at this visit

InspectionSeptember 14, 20221 citation recorded1 of 794 standards cited at this visit

746.2909(3) - Arrangement of Napping Equipment -Provides Sufficient Walking and Work SpaceRisk level: Medium High

The nap cots in two classrooms were placed too close together which caused there to not be sufficient walking space around the cots. This was corrected that the time of the inspection by the caregivers rearranging the nap cots to provide sufficient walking space around each cot.

Corrected at the time of inspection.

InspectionJanuary 26, 20221 citation recorded1 of 1 standards cited at this visit

746.3407(8) - Garbage Inaccessible to Children; Maintained in Sanitary MannerRisk level: Medium High

There were five trash cans without lids that made trash accessible to children.

Correction verified by the state on January 28, 2022. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

ReportJanuary 23, 2022Self-reported by the operation4 citations recorded4 of 11 standards cited at this visit

745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operationRisk level: High

There was a person in the operation who did not have a cleared background check. The person left the operation during the inspection.

Correction verified by the state on January 28, 2022. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.305(a)(4) - Report Outbreak of Communicable IllnessRisk level: Medium High

The Director did not notify the health department or licensing that a person tested positive for COVID.

Correction verified by the state on January 27, 2022.

746.307(d) - Parental Notification of Communicable DiseaseRisk level: Medium High

Not all parents were notified that a person in the center tested positive for COVID.

Correction verified by the state on January 28, 2022.

746.2805(2) - Prohibited Punishments - Associated with Food, Naps, or Toilet TrainingRisk level: High

Caregivers and staff admitted that they give children candy as a reward for toilet training.

Correction verified by the state on January 28, 2022.

This page presents the state’s record for this operation as of November 5, 2026; it is a dated presentation, not a live register. If something here does not match the operation’s current state record, file a correction report.