Heroic Hearts Academy
159 SETTLEMENT DR, Bastrop, TX 78602 · Bastrop County
Program
- Type
- Licensed center
- Licensed capacity
- 288
- Ages
- Infant, Toddler, Pre-Kindergarten, School
- Hours
- 05:00 AM-07:00 PM
- Director / administrator
- Brittany Harkins
- Phone
- (737) 348-5622
- Regulated since
- Jul 14, 2025
- HHSC IDs
- Operation 1495656 · number 1809117
- Official record
- HHSC Child Care Search
Violations by category
Year by year
| Year | Violations | Serious | Main categories |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 12 | 2 | Illness & medication (2), Supervision & ratios (4), Staff background & training (2), Records & paperwork (2), Other (2) |
| 2025 | 6 | 2 | Cleanliness & sanitation (2), Supervision & ratios (2), Other (2) |
Inspections, investigations & assessments
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Jun 25, 2026 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training
In the 10 employee files that were viewed there were 4 files that did not have an updated CPR and First Aid card.
HHSC 746.1315(a) — Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric first aid with rescue breathing and choking.
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-07-16. Correction verified 2026-07-09.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
There was not an updated fire inspection available for review at the time of inspection. The last fire inspection was completed on 12/23/2024. Note: The operation has communicated and scheduled their next fire inspection.
HHSC 746.5101(a) — Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2026-07-30. Correction verified 2026-07-08.
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Other
In the 10 children files viewed there were 4 files that did not have a Health Statement on file.
HHSC 746.611(a)(3) — Health Statement parent sign - Dated within past yr, name/address health care professional, states child can participate. Follow by signed statement
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2026-07-09. Correction verified 2026-07-07.
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Illness & medication
In the 10 children files that were reviewed there were 3 files that did not have updated immunization records.
HHSC 746.613(b) — Immunization Records, Exceptions, and Exemptions Current
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-07-09. Correction verified 2026-07-07.
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Records & paperwork
In the 10 employee files that were viewed there were 4 out of the 10 employee files that did not have the employee's high school diploma. There were 4 out of the same 10 employee files that did not have the Pre Employment Affidavit. There were 4 out of the same 10 employee files that did not have the Notarized Affidavit.
HHSC 746.901 — Required Personnel Records
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2026-07-09. Correction verified 2026-07-09.
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Staff background & training
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Jun 25, 2026 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training
In the 10 employee files that were viewed there were 4 files that did not have an updated CPR and First Aid card.
HHSC 746.1315(a) — Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric first aid with rescue breathing and choking.
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-07-16. Correction verified 2026-07-09.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
There was not an updated fire inspection available for review at the time of inspection. The last fire inspection was completed on 12/23/2024. Note: The operation has communicated and scheduled their next fire inspection.
HHSC 746.5101(a) — Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2026-07-30. Correction verified 2026-07-08.
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Other
In the 10 children files viewed there were 4 files that did not have a Health Statement on file.
HHSC 746.611(a)(3) — Health Statement parent sign - Dated within past yr, name/address health care professional, states child can participate. Follow by signed statement
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2026-07-09. Correction verified 2026-07-07.
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Illness & medication
In the 10 children files that were reviewed there were 3 files that did not have updated immunization records.
HHSC 746.613(b) — Immunization Records, Exceptions, and Exemptions Current
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-07-09. Correction verified 2026-07-07.
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Records & paperwork
In the 10 employee files that were viewed there were 4 out of the 10 employee files that did not have the employee's high school diploma. There were 4 out of the same 10 employee files that did not have the Pre Employment Affidavit. There were 4 out of the same 10 employee files that did not have the Notarized Affidavit.
HHSC 746.901 — Required Personnel Records
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2026-07-09. Correction verified 2026-07-09.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Staff background & training
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May 15, 2026 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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May 15, 2026 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Apr 22, 2026 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Apr 22, 2026 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Apr 13, 2026 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Apr 13, 2026 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Apr 9, 2026 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Supervision & ratios
There was cactus that overgrown to the operation's side of the fence in the outdoor play area. There was also mold that was forming in the AC units and vents in the classrooms.
HHSC 746.3407 — Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-05-08. Correction verified 2026-05-15.
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Supervision & ratios
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Apr 9, 2026 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Supervision & ratios
There was cactus that overgrown to the operation's side of the fence in the outdoor play area. There was also mold that was forming in the AC units and vents in the classrooms.
HHSC 746.3407 — Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-05-08. Correction verified 2026-05-15.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Supervision & ratios
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Jan 22, 2026 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jan 22, 2026 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Jan 21, 2026 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Jan 21, 2026 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Nov 19, 2025 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Nov 19, 2025 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Sep 11, 2025 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Sep 11, 2025 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Aug 22, 2025 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Aug 22, 2025 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Aug 20, 2025 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Aug 20, 2025 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Aug 8, 2025 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Aug 8, 2025 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Aug 5, 2025 Report · No deficiencies cited (self-report)
No violations cited on this visit.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Aug 5, 2025 Report · No deficiencies cited (self-report)
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jun 11, 2025 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jun 11, 2025 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Jun 4, 2025 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jun 4, 2025 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Jun 3, 2025 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Other
There were two employees that were observed to be on their personal cell phones during the inspection.
HHSC 746.1203(3)(D) — Personal use of electronic devices, such as cell phones, MP3 players, tablets, and video games
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-06-04. Correction verified 2025-06-11.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Other
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Jun 3, 2025 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Other
There were two employees that were observed to be on their personal cell phones during the inspection.
HHSC 746.1203(3)(D) — Personal use of electronic devices, such as cell phones, MP3 players, tablets, and video games
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-06-04. Correction verified 2025-06-11.
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Other
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May 29, 2025 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Supervision & ratios Serious
There was a child that was out in the front desk area for about 2 minutes. Note: The child was seen by an employee, and taken back to the child's assigned classroom.
HHSC 746.1205(a)(4) — Supervision ensures each child?s safety, well-being, including physical proximity and auditory or visual awareness of each child?s on going activity
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2025-05-29. Correction verified 2025-06-04.
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Cleanliness & sanitation
There was a tear that was noticed in one of the diaper changing mats, located in one of the classrooms. Note: This was corrected at inspection when the director replaced the torn diaper changing mat with a new mat.
HHSC 746.3503(a) — Diaper Changing Equipment - Smooth, Non-absorbent, Easy to Clean Surface
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2025-05-29.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
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May 29, 2025 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Supervision & ratios Serious
There was a child that was out in the front desk area for about 2 minutes. Note: The child was seen by an employee, and taken back to the child's assigned classroom.
HHSC 746.1205(a)(4) — Supervision ensures each child?s safety, well-being, including physical proximity and auditory or visual awareness of each child?s on going activity
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2025-05-29. Correction verified 2025-06-04.
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Cleanliness & sanitation
There was a tear that was noticed in one of the diaper changing mats, located in one of the classrooms. Note: This was corrected at inspection when the director replaced the torn diaper changing mat with a new mat.
HHSC 746.3503(a) — Diaper Changing Equipment - Smooth, Non-absorbent, Easy to Clean Surface
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2025-05-29.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Supervision & ratios Serious
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Mar 28, 2025 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Mar 28, 2025 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Feb 27, 2025 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Feb 27, 2025 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jan 9, 2025 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Jan 9, 2025 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Source: Texas Health and Human Services Commission, Child Care Regulation datasets on data.texas.gov. Last read Oct 1, 2026. Violation text is HHSC's own wording. The categories are ours, added to help you scan. About this data.