Poka Dots Day Care
503 SHILOH DR, Laredo, TX 78045 · Webb County
Program
- Type
- Licensed center
- Licensed capacity
- 147
- Ages
- Infant, Toddler, Pre-Kindergarten, School
- Hours
- 07:00 AM-07:00 PM
- Director / administrator
- Violeta Ramirez
- Phone
- (956) 568-1299
- Regulated since
- Dec 5, 2013
- HHSC IDs
- Operation 1097896 · number 1503518
- Official record
- HHSC Child Care Search
Violations by category
Year by year
| Year | Violations | Serious | Main categories |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 2 | 0 | Staff background & training (1), Other (1) |
| 2025 | 1 | 0 | Safety & premises (1) |
| 2024 | 3 | 1 | Cleanliness & sanitation (1), Supervision & ratios (1), Staff background & training (1) |
| 2023 | 5 | 1 | Illness & medication (1), Supervision & ratios (1), Safety & premises (1), Other (2) |
| 2022 | 3 | 0 | Illness & medication (1), Safety & premises (1), Other (1) |
| 2021 | 2 | 1 | Illness & medication (1), Safety & premises (1) |
Inspections, investigations & assessments
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Sep 2, 2026 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training
Two out of ten employee records evaluated did not have an active CPR/First Aid certificate on file.
HHSC 746.1315(b) — Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric CPR
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-09-11. Correction verified 2026-09-17.
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Other
The health inspection was last conducted on May 27, 2025.
HHSC 746.3401(a) — Annual Sanitation Inspection
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-09-16. Correction verified 2026-09-17.
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Staff background & training
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Sep 5, 2025 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Safety & premises
The carbon monoxide detector, smoke detectors, and fire extinguishers were inspected, but this information was not documented.
HHSC 746.5537(a)(3) — Electronic or Battery-Operated Carbon Monoxide Detector-Document Test Date, Battery Installation Date, and Staff Name Testing and Installation
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-09-12. Correction verified 2025-09-25.
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Safety & premises
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Oct 2, 2024 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Sep 18, 2024 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Sep 6, 2024 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Supervision & ratios
An infant classroom was observed to have one caregiver supervising 9 infants ranging from ages 12 months to 16 months. Classroom was out of child/caregiver ratio. One employee was observed stepping out of an infant classroom, leaving the classroom out of cihld/caregiver ratio. Classroom had 6 infants ranging from ages 12 months to 18 months with two caregivers. One employee was observed walking back to her classroom. Classroom had 1 caregiver supervising 18 two year old children. Classroom was left out of child/caregiver ratio.
HHSC 746.1601 — Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2024-09-06. Correction verified 2024-10-01.
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Cleanliness & sanitation
Diaper changing supplies were under diaper changing tables in 4 classrooms. Doors were not locked.
HHSC 746.3501(6) — Diaper Changing Steps-Supplies Kept Out of Child's Reach
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2024-09-09. Correction verified 2024-10-01.
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Supervision & ratios
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Jul 11, 2024 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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May 31, 2024 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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May 29, 2024 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training Serious
Person without a background check was observed present at the operation during inspection. Note: Individual left the operation during inspection.
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 2024-06-27. Correction verified 2024-07-11.
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Staff background & training Serious
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Sep 29, 2023 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Safety & premises
Infant activity schedule did not include a time for outdoor play. Infants were observed watching an educational video on an ipad.
HHSC 746.2206(1) — Written Activity Plan - Outdoor Play Opportunities
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2023-11-05. Correction verified 2023-11-08.
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Illness & medication
Ten children's files were reviewed. Two files were pending updated immunization records.
HHSC 746.613(b) — Immunization Records, Exceptions, and Exemptions Current
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2023-10-06. Correction verified 2023-11-06.
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Safety & premises
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Mar 3, 2023 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Feb 17, 2023 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Supervision & ratios Serious
Toddlers were observed eating hot dogs. Hot dogs were not properly cut.
HHSC 746.3317(7) — Food Service and Preparation Requirement - No Foods That Present Choking Risk
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2023-02-17. Correction verified 2023-03-03.
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Other
Outdoor activity plan for suite that is not adjacent to main building was not availble for review.
HHSC 746.4311 — Outdoor Activity Space Accessible By Safe Route or get required approval of plan
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2023-02-21. Correction verified 2023-02-17.
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Other
Carbon monoxide detector was not available in newly added suite.
HHSC 746.5535(a)(1) — Install CO Detection System-Electric or Battery Operated-on Every Level of Each Building
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2023-02-21. Correction verified 2023-02-23.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
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Oct 3, 2022 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Safety & premises
Two non-walking infants were observed sleeping on mats during naptime.
HHSC 746.2405(2) — Infant Care Area Furnishings and Equipment - Crib for Each Non-walking Infant Younger Than 12 Months of Age
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2022-10-05. Correction verified 2022-11-09.
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Other
Environmental inspection was last conducted on 08/18/2021.
HHSC 746.3401(a) — Annual Sanitation Inspection
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2022-10-17. Correction verified 2022-11-09.
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Illness & medication
Ten files were reviewed. Seven children were pending updated immunization records.
HHSC 746.613(b) — Immunization Records, Exceptions, and Exemptions Current
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2022-10-17. Correction verified 2022-10-10.
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Safety & premises
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Oct 14, 2021 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Oct 8, 2021 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Safety & premises Serious
Small stuffed animal with a small blanket attached to it was observed to be inside a 2 month old infants crib. Child was observed to be sleeping.
HHSC 746.2415(b) — AP Cribs - Only Snug Fitting Sheet and Crib Mattress Cover Allowed if Infant Younger than 12 Months of Age
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2021-10-08. Correction verified 2021-10-14.
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Illness & medication
Ten children records were evaluated. Three records were pending immunization records.
HHSC 746.613(b) — Immunization Records, Exceptions, and Exemptions Current
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2021-10-29. Correction verified 2021-11-23.
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Safety & premises Serious
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