New Braunfels Academy
2065 S WALNUT AVE, New Braunfels, TX 78130 · Comal County
Program
- Type
- Licensed center
- Licensed capacity
- 83
- Ages
- Infant, Toddler, Pre-Kindergarten, School
- Hours
- 06:30 AM-06:00 PM
- Director / administrator
- Megan Vara
- Phone
- (830) 221-7434
- Regulated since
- Apr 14, 2023
- HHSC IDs
- Operation 1399761 · number 1737303
- Official record
- HHSC Child Care Search
Violations by category
Year by year
| Year | Violations | Serious | Main categories |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 12 | 1 | Supervision & ratios (1), Safety & premises (3), Staff background & training (4), Other (4) |
| 2025 | 18 | 3 | Cleanliness & sanitation (1), Illness & medication (2), Supervision & ratios (3), Safety & premises (2), Staff background & training (5), Records & paperwork (5) |
| 2024 | 14 | 3 | Cleanliness & sanitation (1), Illness & medication (1), Supervision & ratios (1), Safety & premises (5), Staff background & training (4), Other (2) |
| 2023 | 8 | 1 | Illness & medication (2), Safety & premises (1), Food & allergies (1), Records & paperwork (1), Other (3) |
| 2022 | 23 | 4 | Cleanliness & sanitation (1), Illness & medication (1), Supervision & ratios (5), Safety & premises (3), Staff background & training (4), Records & paperwork (2), Other (7) |
Inspections, investigations & assessments
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Sep 11, 2026 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jul 7, 2026 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jun 25, 2026 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training
Two employees who are no longer employed at the center for more than 7 days were still active on the background checklist.
HHSC 745.651(1) — Background Check Validation - You must inactivate a subject who is no longer associated with your operation within 7 days of leaving
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2026-06-25. Correction verified 2026-07-07.
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Staff background & training
The director was missing a current SIDS training.
HHSC 746.1311(d) — Director Annual Training - Caring for children under 24 months
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-06-25. Correction verified 2026-07-01.
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Safety & premises
Five cribs were observed with an additional foam pad added in the crib. This was corrected when the director removed them.
HHSC 746.2409(a)(1) — Safety Requirements for Cribs - Snug Fitting, Firm, Flat Mattress Designed for Use in Crib
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-06-25. Correction verified 2026-07-07.
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Safety & premises
A few cribs were observed with loose fitted sheets that can create a suffocation or entrapment hazard because an infant's face can become covered by the excess fabric. This was corrected when the sheets were changed.
HHSC 746.2409(a)(2) — Safety Requirements for Cribs - Snug Fitting Sheets
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-06-25. Correction verified 2026-07-07.
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Safety & premises
Several rooms were observed with peeling paint and an exposed holes in the wall accessible to children. Several rooms were observed with dirty toys. Several broken toys were observed on the playground which were sharp to the touch. This was corrected when the broken toys were removed from the playground.
HHSC 746.3407 — Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-06-25. Correction verified 2026-07-07.
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Other
Several electrical outlets were observed with no cover which one was located outside on the playground.
HHSC 746.3701(1) — Safety - Electrical Outlets Covered
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-06-25. Correction verified 2026-07-07.
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Other
The daily maintenance checklist was not up to date.
HHSC 746.4751(a) — Maintenance Procedures for Active Play - Inspect Daily
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-06-25. Correction verified 2026-07-07.
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Staff background & training
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May 8, 2026 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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May 6, 2026 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Mar 10, 2026 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Feb 24, 2026 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training Serious
A staff that was hired was observed in the infant room without having a validate background check.
HHSC 745.621(a)(2) — AP Initial background checks submitted - At the time you hire someone
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2026-02-24. Correction verified 2026-03-10.
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Staff background & training
Four employees completed an online Pediatric CPR course which is not allowed per licensing. A CPR class must be taken in person. One employee's CPR was expired.
HHSC 746.1301(a)(4)(A) — Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Pediatric CPR
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-03-20. Correction verified 2026-03-10.
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Supervision & ratios
The 2-year-old room had 21 total during naptime with two caregivers, and a third worker came in after lunch. There were 3-17-month-olds included in the total which they are considered infants. Reduction for naptime is only allowed for 18 months and older which does not include calculating the specified age group.
HHSC 746.1613(a) — Reduction of child/caregiver naptime ratio by 50% allowed, If 13 or more children in care, children are 18 mo. or older and other standards met
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2026-02-24. Correction verified 2026-03-10.
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Other
The last communication with the governing body/designee in reference to having a qualified director in place was on January 20th.
HHSC 746.201(4) — Designating Director
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-03-10. Correction verified 2026-03-10.
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Other
A current activity plan was not posted for all the rooms. This was corrected when a current activity plan was posted.
HHSC 746.2209 — Posting of Activity Plan
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2026-02-24. Correction verified 2026-03-10.
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Staff background & training Serious
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Dec 12, 2025 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training
There are four employees who have been no longer employed at the center for more than 7 days that are still active on the background checklist.
HHSC 745.651(1) — Background Check Validation - You must inactivate a subject who is no longer associated with your operation within 7 days of leaving
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2025-12-12. Correction verified 2025-12-22.
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Staff background & training
One caregiver only completed 19.5 hours out of the 24 required within a year.
HHSC 746.1301(a)(5)(A) — Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - 24 Annual training
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-01-12. Correction verified 2026-01-22.
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Staff background & training
Two caregivers were observed in the infant room without completing a required yearly SIDS training.
HHSC 746.1309(d) — Documented Annual Training - Caregivers of Children Under 24 Months Required
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-12-12. Correction verified 2026-01-22.
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Cleanliness & sanitation
The 3 year old room was observed with peeling paint and an exposed hole in a wall accessible to child.
HHSC 746.3407(9) — Floors, ceilings and Walls in Good Repair and Clean
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-01-12. Correction verified 2026-01-27.
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Safety & premises Serious
The last fire inspection was conducted on September 9,5,2024, which a current one has not been set up.
HHSC 746.5101(a) — Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2026-01-12. Correction verified 2026-01-27.
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Records & paperwork
Two out of eight employees did not have an affidavit available for review.
HHSC 746.901(4) — Required Personnel Records - Required Affidavit (Form 2985)
HHSC risk weight: Medium Low. Corrected 2025-12-12. Correction verified 2025-12-16.
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Staff background & training
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Nov 24, 2025 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Nov 24, 2025 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Nov 21, 2025 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jul 11, 2025 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jul 1, 2025 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jun 26, 2025 Report · Deficiencies cited (self-report)
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Illness & medication
An incident report was not used for this injury. The parents were informed about the incident over the phone and through an app. The app. did not require the parents to sign and date the information that was communicated to them.
HHSC 746.701(1) — Licensing Incident/Illness Report Form - Injuries Requiring Medical Treatment or Hospitalization
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2025-08-08. Correction verified 2025-08-13.
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Illness & medication
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Jun 19, 2025 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Supervision & ratios Serious
The center was missing numbers 9, 18,19, 20 and 25 out of the operational policies.
HHSC 746.201(1) — Policies Comply with Rules
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2025-06-23. Correction verified 2025-07-01.
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Records & paperwork
The director was missing affidavit form 2985.
HHSC 746.901(4) — Required Personnel Records - Required Affidavit (Form 2985)
HHSC risk weight: Medium Low. Corrected 2025-06-19. Correction verified 2025-07-02.
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Records & paperwork
The director was missing affidavit form 2912. This was corrected during the visit.
HHSC 746.901(5) — Required Personnel Records - Required Affidavit (Form 2912)
HHSC risk weight: Medium Low. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2025-06-19.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
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May 19, 2025 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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May 16, 2025 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Supervision & ratios Serious
Based on the information provided throughout this investigation, a 4-year-old was placed outside by herself in front of the director?s see through office back door that leads out on to the playground. The child was standing in front of the door which is a shaded area.
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 2025-06-13. Correction verified 2025-06-19.
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Records & paperwork
Based on the interviews conducted, the director was bringing children to her office which is unlicensed space, when the teachers needed help handling discipline issues.
HHSC 746.301(2) — Notification of Change in Space
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2025-06-13. Correction verified 2025-06-19.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
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Mar 13, 2025 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training
Sixteen caregivers who have resigned from the operation more than 7 days ago have not been removed from the employee list.
HHSC 745.651(1) — Background Check Validation - You must inactivate a subject who is no longer associated with your operation within 7 days of leaving
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2025-03-13. Correction verified 2025-03-14.
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Staff background & training
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Feb 27, 2025 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training
Four infant teachers did not have a current SIDS training available for review.
HHSC 746.1309(d) — Documented Annual Training - Caregivers of Children Under 24 Months Required
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-02-27. Correction verified 2025-03-13.
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Supervision & ratios
The infant room had one teacher with seven infants which made this room over ratio by three. The 12?24-year-old room had one teacher with 11 children which made this room over ratio by 2 due to the specified age group. The 2-year-old room had 1 teacher with 12 children which made this room over ratio by 1. The 3?4-year-old room was combined with 1 teacher with 22 children. The specified age group was 4 yrs. old which made this room over ratio by 4.
HHSC 746.1601 — Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-02-27. Correction verified 2025-03-13.
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Records & paperwork
The Permit Holder did not notify licensing of a change in the director within the required 5 days. There was no email or required forms sent for the inspector to evaluate the director's credentials.
HHSC 746.303(a)(4) — Report Change in Director
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-02-27. Correction verified 2025-03-13.
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Illness & medication
Medication was found for a child that is no longer attending, and several medications were expired.
HHSC 746.3809 — Medication No Longer Used
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2025-02-27. Correction verified 2025-03-13.
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Safety & premises
A fire drill was not conducted in the month of January.
HHSC 746.5205(1) — Fire Drill Monthly - Exit in 3 Minutes
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-02-27. Correction verified 2025-03-13.
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Staff background & training
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Sep 11, 2024 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Aug 13, 2024 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training Serious
A staff was hired on January 23, 2024, was observed in the toddler room without receiving the eligibility notification from the background check unit.
HHSC 745.641 — AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2024-08-13. Correction verified 2024-08-21.
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Staff background & training
Five current employees have expired affidavits.
HHSC 746.1105(3) — Minimum Qualifications Child Care Center Employees and Caregivers - Affidavit
HHSC risk weight: Low. Corrected 2024-08-20. Correction verified 2024-09-10.
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Supervision & ratios
One out of ten employees have an expired CPR/First-aid card.
HHSC 746.1329(c)(1)(B) — Documentation pediatric CPR-1st aid includes renewal date and expiration date
HHSC risk weight: Low. Corrected 2024-08-30. Correction verified 2024-09-11.
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Safety & premises
Several crib sheets in the infant room were observed to be loosely fitted.
HHSC 746.2409(a)(2) — Safety Requirements for Cribs - Snug Fitting Sheets
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2024-08-13. Correction verified 2024-09-11.
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Cleanliness & sanitation
Several toys on the playground were observed with cracks that were sharp to the touch. This was corrected when the director removed them from playground. The diaper changing mat in the toddler room was observed with a rip making it unable to be cleaned properly.
HHSC 746.3407 — Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2024-08-13. Correction verified 2024-09-11.
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Safety & premises
There was no postmark on the play equipment showing the proper depth.
HHSC 746.4907(c) — Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Posts Marked to Proper Depth
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2024-08-13. Correction verified 2024-09-11.
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Safety & premises Serious
The last fire inspection was conducted on April 24, 2023, which a current one has not been set up.
HHSC 746.5101(a) — Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2024-08-30. Correction verified 2024-09-10.
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Staff background & training Serious
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Mar 18, 2024 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Other
The last health inspection was conducted on March 14, 2023. Reminders to set up an appointment were given during the last two visits.
HHSC 746.3401(a) — Annual Sanitation Inspection
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2024-04-01. Correction verified 2024-04-09.
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Other
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Feb 26, 2024 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training
The director did not have a current SIDS training available for review.
HHSC 746.1311(d) — Director Annual Training - Caring for children under 24 months
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2024-03-18. Correction verified 2024-03-15.
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Safety & premises
The Pre-k room had peeling paint and the rubber floorboard coming off of the wall.
HHSC 746.3407 — Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2024-03-18. Correction verified 2024-03-18.
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Staff background & training
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Feb 16, 2024 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Feb 14, 2024 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training Serious
A staff that was hired on February 8th was observed in the infant room without receiving the eligibility notification from the background check unit.
HHSC 745.641 — AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2024-02-14. Correction verified 2024-02-16.
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Other
Four out of five rooms did not have a current activity plan posted for parents to review.
HHSC 746.2209 — Posting of Activity Plan
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2024-02-14. Correction verified 2024-02-26.
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Safety & premises
The Pre-k room had peeling paint and the rubber floorboard coming off of the wall.
HHSC 746.3407 — Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2024-02-14. Correction verified 2024-02-26.
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Illness & medication
Several medications were found to be expired.
HHSC 746.3809 — Medication No Longer Used
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2024-02-14. Correction verified 2024-02-26.
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Staff background & training Serious
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Jul 20, 2023 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Food & allergies
Several bottles in the infant room were not labeled with the child's last initial. This was corrected when the caregiver's label all the bottles.
HHSC 746.2419(6) — Requirements for Feeding Infants - Label Bottles/Cups
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2023-07-20.
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Safety & premises
The grass on the playground in some areas was too high and needed to be cut.
HHSC 746.3407 — Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2023-07-24. Correction verified 2023-07-25.
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Food & allergies
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Feb 23, 2023 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Other
A health inspection has not been conducted since 9-15 2021.
HHSC 746.3401(a) — Annual Sanitation Inspection
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2023-03-03. Correction verified 2023-03-16.
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Other
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Feb 7, 2023 Assessment · Deficiencies cited
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Illness & medication
The operation is still waiting on two children that did not have a copy of their immunization records available for review.
HHSC 746.613(b) — Immunization Records, Exceptions, and Exemptions Current
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2023-02-21. Correction verified 2023-03-14.
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Illness & medication
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Jan 5, 2023 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Other Serious
Parts of the Plan of Action was not being followed. The weekly classroom observations were not being conducted weekly for the 5 rooms.
HHSC 746.1003(1) — Director Responsibilities - Operate in Compliance
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2023-01-20. Correction verified 2023-01-20.
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Other
The most recent Licensing inspection was not posted. This was CORRECTED when the director posted it.
HHSC 746.401(2) — Posting Requirements - Letter or form from the most recent Licensing Inspection or Investigation
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2023-01-05.
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Records & paperwork
Two out of ten children's records did not have the special needs statement available for review.
HHSC 746.605(13) — Required Admission Information - Special Needs Statement
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2023-01-05. Correction verified 2023-01-20.
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Illness & medication
Three out of ten children's records did not have a copy of their immunization records available for review.
HHSC 746.613(b) — Immunization Records, Exceptions, and Exemptions Current
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2023-01-20. Correction verified 2023-03-14.
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Other Serious
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Dec 5, 2022 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Safety & premises
There was no documentation of the fire, severe weather or lock-down drills available for review.
HHSC 746.5205(4) — Documentation of Drills
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2022-12-05. Correction verified 2022-12-19.
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Other
It was no documentation showing that the carbon monoxide detector was being checked monthly.
HHSC 746.5537(a)(2) — Electronic or Battery-Operated Carbon Monoxide Detector-Check All Detectors Monthly
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2022-12-05. Correction verified 2022-12-19.
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Safety & premises
One out of ten children's enrollment form was missing the name of a Physician or an Emergency-care facility. This was CORRECTED when the director got in touch with the parent for the information.
HHSC 746.605(11) — Required Admission Information - Physician Information
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2022-12-05.
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Safety & premises
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Oct 7, 2022 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Sep 8, 2022 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Safety & premises
Several toys were found on the playground with cracks that were sharp to the touch. A water hose was found on the playground accessible to children which could cause a tripping hazard. There is a hole in the wall that is accessible to children. All these things were corrected upon leaving the inspection.
HHSC 746.3701 — Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2022-09-08.
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Illness & medication
Several medications were found to have an expiration date of August 2022. This was corrected when the medication was put aside to give to the parents.
HHSC 746.3809 — Medication No Longer Used
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2022-09-08.
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Supervision & ratios
The director did not have a copy of the Children's Product Certification form to register and review yearly recall items. This was corrected when the form was emailed to the operation and the director registered with CPSC.
HHSC 746.4135(b) — Children's Products- Annual Certification
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2022-09-08.
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Staff background & training
One out of ten employees did not have the 24 hours of training required for the year.
HHSC 746.901(5) — Required Personnel Records- Training Hours
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2022-10-31. Correction verified 2022-11-01.
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Safety & premises
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Aug 22, 2022 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jul 11, 2022 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Other
Two out of six infants enrolled did not have a current feeding schedule.
HHSC 746.2421(b) — Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2022-07-11. Correction verified 2022-07-27.
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Other
A copy of activity plans were not posted for each room.
HHSC 746.401(5) — Posting Requirements - Activity Plans for each group of children in the child care center
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2022-07-11. Correction verified 2022-07-27.
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Other
A current employee list was not posted. This was corrected when the director posted one.
HHSC 746.401(9) — Posting Requirements - List entitled
HHSC risk weight: Medium Low. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2022-07-11.
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Records & paperwork
Three out of ten children's records did not have a special needs statement.
HHSC 746.605(13) — Required Admission Information - Special Needs Statement
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2022-07-11. Correction verified 2022-07-27.
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Records & paperwork
Three out of ten children's records did not have a current health statement signed by a doctor.
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 2022-07-25. Correction verified 2022-08-15.
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Other
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Jul 11, 2022 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Supervision & ratios
A caregiver left her classroom during naptime to go to the restroom while another teacher was standing in between both rooms during this time.
HHSC 746.1613(a)(6) — Naptime Child/Caregiver Ratio - Caregivers Physically Present
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2022-08-08. Correction verified 2022-08-22.
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Supervision & ratios
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Jun 23, 2022 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Other
There was no documentation of drills available for review.
HHSC 746.5205(4) — Documentation of Drills
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2022-06-23. Correction verified 2022-06-27.
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Other
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Jun 6, 2022 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training Serious
A staff that was hired on May 9th for the cook position and has not been in a classroom was in the center without receiving the eligibility notification from the background check unit. This was corrected when the director had the person leave the center.
HHSC 745.641 — AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2022-06-06. Correction verified 2022-06-14.
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Staff background & training
There is an employee who drives the van for field trips has not completed the 2 hour annual transportation training.
HHSC 746.1316(a) — Transportation Safety Training -Director and Employee Complete 2 Hours Annually
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2022-06-10. Correction verified 2022-06-22.
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Supervision & ratios
There was a certified life guard watching five children during swim time in the pool but was not a qualified caregiver.
HHSC 746.2111(b) — Swimming - Lifeguard Counted in Ratio when only Center Children Present
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2022-06-10. Correction verified 2022-06-22.
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Staff background & training Serious
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Apr 30, 2022 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training Serious
A staff was at the center without receiving the eligibility notification from the background check unit.
HHSC 745.641 — AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2022-06-08. Correction verified 2022-06-09.
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Staff background & training Serious
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Apr 26, 2022 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Apr 13, 2022 Report · Deficiencies cited (self-report)
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Supervision & ratios Serious
Based on the information gathered during this investigation, the caregiver in the 3-year-old room was receiving complaints from parents regarding injuries on the children such as bites and scratches. She was never able to explain to management or parents about the bites and scratches. Therefore, the center made the decision to terminate the caregiver due to the 3-year-old room not being supervised properly.
HHSC 746.1203(4) — Responsibilities of Caregivers- Supervision of Children
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2022-05-27. Correction verified 2022-06-06.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
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Apr 7, 2022 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Mar 28, 2022 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Cleanliness & sanitation Serious
The 3 year old teacher was seen with her back turn to the children for more than 3 minutes or so and children were observed in the bathroom not supervised. This was corrected when the teacher was told to turn around because children were playing in the bathroom.
HHSC 746.1203(4) — Responsibilities of Caregivers- Supervision of Children
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2022-03-28. Correction verified 2022-04-07.
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Other
The children in the 2 year were out of control at the time of the inspection. They were observed wrestling and running around the classroom not listening to the teacher. This was corrected when the caregiver took the children outside.
HHSC 746.1203(5) — Responsibilities of Caregivers - Children in Control
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2022-03-28. Correction verified 2022-04-07.
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Other
The 2 and 3 year old class did not have a current activity plan posted. This was corrected when the teacher posted an updated plan.
HHSC 746.401(5) — Posting Requirements - Activity Plans for each group of children in the child care center
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2022-03-28.
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Supervision & ratios
The promotion of Physical Activity was not available for review in the Operational Policies.
HHSC 746.501(a)(18) — Written Operational Policies - Promotion of Physical Activity
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2022-03-28. Correction verified 2022-04-07.
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Cleanliness & sanitation Serious
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HHSC publishes inspections, investigations and assessments from October 2017 onward, with each cited deficiency and its risk weight. Investigation narratives, complaint files and older history require a public information request. The Texas Public Information Act (Texas Government Code Chapter 552) gives anyone the right to ask. You don't have to say why.
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- HHSC Open Records Coordinator, MC-1070 · OpenRecordsRequest@hhs.texas.gov · fax 512-424-6586 · 4601 W. Guadalupe Street, Austin, Texas 78751-3146 · agency instructions
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If something is happening now, report a concern to HHSC Child Care Regulation. For suspected abuse, contact your county child protective services or law enforcement.
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.