Academy Learning Center
3519 BURKE RD, Pasadena, TX 77504 · Harris County
Program
- Type
- Licensed center
- Licensed capacity
- 103
- Ages
- Infant, Toddler, Pre-Kindergarten, School
- Hours
- 06:30 AM-06:30 PM
- Director / administrator
- Elizabeth Hyman
- Phone
- (713) 943-2560
- Regulated since
- Feb 16, 1987
- HHSC IDs
- Operation 95095 · number 54284
- Official record
- HHSC Child Care Search
Violations by category
Year by year
| Year | Violations | Serious | Main categories |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 5 | 1 | Illness & medication (1), Supervision & ratios (1), Safety & premises (2), Other (1) |
| 2025 | 6 | 2 | Supervision & ratios (1), Safety & premises (1), Food & allergies (1), Staff background & training (1), Other (2) |
| 2024 | 10 | 1 | Cleanliness & sanitation (2), Illness & medication (2), Safety & premises (1), Food & allergies (1), Other (4) |
| 2023 | 3 | 1 | Cleanliness & sanitation (1), Discipline & child guidance (1), Staff background & training (1) |
| 2022 | 3 | 0 | Food & allergies (1), Staff background & training (1), Other (1) |
| 2021 | 3 | 0 | Staff background & training (2), Other (1) |
Inspections, investigations & assessments
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May 6, 2026 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Supervision & ratios
The operation did not report a change in director that occured on April 10th, 2026.
HHSC 746.303(a)(4) — Report Change in Director
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2026-05-06.
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Safety & premises Serious
Two children records did not contain the required emergency medical authorization.
HHSC 746.605(11) — Required Admission Information - Emergency Medical Authorization
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2026-05-18. Correction verified 2026-05-28.
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Safety & premises
Two children records did not contain the required emergency contact address.
HHSC 746.605(6) — Required Admission Information - Emergency Contact
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-05-18. Correction verified 2026-05-28.
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Supervision & ratios
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May 5, 2026 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Other
The loose fill beneath the swings did not measure the proper depth. Note: Photos were taken of the playground.
HHSC 746.4907(d) — Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Proper Depth Maintained
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-05-18. Correction verified 2026-06-05.
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Illness & medication
Two children records with the start date May 4th, 2026 did not contain the required immunization records.
HHSC 746.613(b) — Immunization Records, Exceptions, and Exemptions Current
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-05-18. Correction verified 2026-05-28.
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Other
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Oct 21, 2025 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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May 21, 2025 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Other
One caregiver was observed using their personal device along with headphones during nap time. Note: This was corrected during 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 at inspection. Corrected 2025-05-21.
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Other
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May 7, 2025 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Other
The caregiver did not know the age of the youngest student in the toddler classroom.
HHSC 746.1205(a)(3) — Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know children's names and ages
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-05-14. Correction verified 2025-05-20.
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Staff background & training
The director did not have the required Transportation safety training.
HHSC 746.1316(a) — Transportation Safety Training -Director and Employee Complete 2 Hours Annually
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-05-14. Correction verified 2025-05-09.
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Food & allergies
One cup was observed without labels in the infant fridge. Note: This was corrected during the inspection.
HHSC 746.2419(6) — Requirements for Feeding Infants - Label Bottles/Cups
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2025-05-07.
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Safety & premises Serious
An eight month old was observed sleeping in a bouncy chair in the toddler classroom. Note: This was corrected during the inspection
HHSC 746.2426(a)(2) — Infant May Not Sleep in a Restrictive Device - Remove the infant from the device and place the infant in a crib as soon as possible
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2025-05-07. Correction verified 2025-05-20.
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Other
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May 5, 2025 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Supervision & ratios Serious
Based on the evidence obtained during the investigation, the operations two vans did not contain a working child safety alarm.
HHSC 746.5625(b) — Electronic Child Safety Alarm - installed and maintained according to manufacturer's instructions
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2025-06-25. Correction verified 2025-06-25.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
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Oct 22, 2024 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Food & allergies
Bottles were observed unlabeled inside of the infant refrigerator. Note: Pictures were taken.
HHSC 746.2419(6) — Requirements for Feeding Infants - Label Bottles/Cups
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2024-10-25. Correction verified 2024-10-29.
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Cleanliness & sanitation
Paint was observed peeling in the pre-k classroom. Note: Pictures were taken.
HHSC 746.3407(9) — Floors, ceilings and Walls in Good Repair and Clean
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2024-11-01. Correction verified 2024-10-29.
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Cleanliness & sanitation
Diaper changing supplies were observed in reach of students in the restroom. Note: This was corrected during inspection.
HHSC 746.3501(6) — Diaper Changing Steps-Supplies Kept Out of Child's Reach
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2024-10-25.
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Other
The playground fence was observed held together with straps. Note: Pictures were taken.
HHSC 746.4305 — Fenced Outdoor Activity Space
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2024-11-18. Correction verified 2024-10-29.
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Other
The loose fill located beneath the swings was observed below proper depth. Note: Pictures were taken.
HHSC 746.4907(d) — Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Proper Depth Maintained
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2024-10-29. Correction verified 2024-11-07.
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Safety & premises
Two of ten records did not contain a complete emergency contact.
HHSC 746.605(6) — Required Admission Information - Emergency Contact
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2024-11-01. Correction verified 2024-10-29.
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Illness & medication
Two records did not contain updated immunizations
HHSC 746.613(b) — Immunization Records, Exceptions, and Exemptions Current
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2024-11-01. Correction verified 2024-10-29.
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Illness & medication
One record did not contain a verified immunization exemption form.
HHSC 746.613(c)(1) — Immunization Exception or Exemption on File and Verified
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2024-10-29. Correction verified 2024-11-08.
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Food & allergies
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Aug 23, 2024 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jun 4, 2024 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Other
A three year old student was observed in a high chair from 11:17 to 11:37. Note:This was corrected at inspection.
HHSC 746.2607(3) — Activities for Pre-Kindergarten Age - Provide Small Muscle Development
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2024-06-04.
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Other
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May 16, 2024 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Apr 29, 2024 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Other Serious
Based on the information obtained during the investigation, there is sufficient evidence to support the allegation that a caregiver picked up a child roughly.
HHSC 746.2805(3) — Prohibited Punishments - Grabbing and Pulling
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2024-05-24. Correction verified 2024-06-04.
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Other Serious
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Oct 26, 2023 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training
Two caregivers providing transportation did not have current transportation training available.
HHSC 746.1301(a)(7)(A) — Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Transportation training
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2023-10-27. Correction verified 2023-10-27.
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Cleanliness & sanitation
The diaper changing mat in one of the toddler rooms was torn, exposing the underlying foam.
HHSC 746.3503(a) — Diaper Changing Equipment - Smooth, Non-absorbent, Easy to Clean Surface
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2023-10-26. Correction verified 2023-10-26.
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Staff background & training
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Jun 30, 2023 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jun 5, 2023 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Discipline & child guidance Serious
Based on the information obtained during the dfps investigation, there was sufficient evidence to support that a child was strapped in a stroller for a hour and a half as a form of discipline.
HHSC 746.2805(8) — Prohibited Punishments - Restrictive device for time out
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2023-06-16. Correction verified 2023-06-30.
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Discipline & child guidance Serious
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Oct 24, 2022 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training
One out of 4 caregivers employed did not have a current cpr/ first aid training certificate.
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 2022-10-31. Correction verified 2022-11-02.
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Food & allergies
Four bottles in the infant classroom was not labeled with the child's first and last name. This was corrected when the director labeled the bottles.
HHSC 746.2419(6) — Requirements for Feeding Infants - Label Bottles/Cups
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2022-10-24.
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Other
Three out of the six infants feeding instruction were not updated.
HHSC 746.2421(b) — Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2022-10-28. Correction verified 2022-11-02.
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Staff background & training
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Oct 29, 2021 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training
One out of eight personnel files reviewed is missing CPR/First aid training.
HHSC 746.1301(3)(A) — Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Pediatric first aid with rescue breathing
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2021-12-03. Correction verified 2021-11-29.
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Staff background & training
One out of eight personnel files reviewed is missing the health and safety training.
HHSC 746.1309(e) — Documented Annual Training- Required Content
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2021-11-05. Correction verified 2021-11-04.
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Other
It was found that one infant is missing parent signature on the infant feeding instruction for October
HHSC 746.2421(b) — Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2021-11-01. Correction verified 2021-11-02.
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Staff background & training
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