Just For Tots #2
2901 W ELMS RD BLDG A BLDG B STE 200 300 400, Killeen, TX 76549 · Bell County
Program
- Type
- Licensed center
- Licensed capacity
- 136
- Ages
- Infant, Toddler, Pre-Kindergarten, School
- Hours
- 05:30 AM-06:00 PM
- Director / administrator
- Flavia Perez Rivera
- Phone
- (254) 616-6665
- Regulated since
- Jun 3, 2024
- HHSC IDs
- Operation 1475774 · number 1795254
- Official record
- HHSC Child Care Search
Violations by category
Year by year
| Year | Violations | Serious | Main categories |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 26 | 10 | Cleanliness & sanitation (4), Supervision & ratios (8), Safety & premises (5), Staff background & training (4), Records & paperwork (1), Other (4) |
| 2025 | 5 | 3 | Supervision & ratios (2), Safety & premises (2), Other (1) |
| 2024 | 3 | 1 | Cleanliness & sanitation (1), Supervision & ratios (2) |
Inspections, investigations & assessments
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Sep 23, 2026 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Sep 8, 2026 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Aug 28, 2026 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Aug 21, 2026 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Cleanliness & sanitation
Children were observed entering the operation from school, sitting down to eat before washing their hands,
HHSC 746.3417(1) — Children Handwashing Before Eating
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-08-21. Correction verified 2026-09-23.
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Safety & premises
The caregiver was observed wearing gloves to fix dinner plates, then stopped to sign children in from the transportation.
HHSC 746.3425(3) — Disposing of Gloves after One Use
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-08-21. Correction verified 2026-09-23.
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Cleanliness & sanitation
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Aug 20, 2026 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Aug 19, 2026 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Supervision & ratios Serious
Video footage was requested from the operation to cover days listed in the investigation. The operation began playing the recordings, then stated the camera and footage was messing up, preventing licensing from accessing any of the recordings. The operation however, offered to provide footage of the day prior and the day after the incident, which were not associated with the investigation.
HHSC 745.8411(a) — Responsibilities - Not interfere with an inspection or investigation
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2026-09-18. Correction verified 2026-09-23.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
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Aug 14, 2026 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Aug 11, 2026 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training Serious
It was determined the operation allowed two caregivers to work in the operation without having submitted background checks.
HHSC 745.621(a)(2) — AP Initial background checks submitted - At the time you hire someone
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2026-08-24. Correction verified 2026-08-28.
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Staff background & training Serious
The operation was observed not following the conditions of the background check. This was corrected when the second caregiver returned to the room.
HHSC 745.635(3) — AP Background ck determination - If provisionally eligible w/conditions or eligible w/conditions you must restrict duties per conditions/restrictions
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2026-08-14. Correction verified 2026-08-20.
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Supervision & ratios
A caregiver was working in the operation and did not have an employment file.
HHSC 746.901 — Required Personnel Records
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2026-08-24. Correction verified 2026-08-28.
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Staff background & training Serious
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Jul 8, 2026 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jun 17, 2026 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Safety & premises
4 of the 10 cribs was observed with sheets that did not fit snug on the mattress. And two of the cribs were not labeled. One crib was propped on a mat to prevent the child from moving the crib.
HHSC 746.2409(a)(2) — Safety Requirements for Cribs - Snug Fitting Sheets
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-06-17. Correction verified 2026-07-08.
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Safety & premises
A caregiver was observed walking on a child's mat during nap time. There was insufficient space for the caregiver to walk in between the mats. This was corrected when the caregiver picked up the mats.
HHSC 746.2909(3) — Arrangement of Napping Equipment -Provides Sufficient Walking and Work Space
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2026-06-17.
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Cleanliness & sanitation
A garbage can with no lid was observed in the classroom allowing trash to be accessible to the children. This was corrected during the inspection when a garbage can with a lid was placed in the classroom.
HHSC 746.3407(8) — Garbage Inaccessible to Children; Maintained in Sanitary Manner
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2026-06-17.
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Cleanliness & sanitation
Lotions and creams were observed in the bin of the diaper station, The operation did not have written permission from the parents to apply the lotions and creams.
HHSC 746.3501(4) — Diaper Changing Steps- Parent's Written Permission for Powders, Lotions, Etc.
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-06-17. Correction verified 2026-07-08.
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Safety & premises
In two of the pre-toddler classrooms, ceiling tiles were broken and hanging from the light fixture and air vents were observed with dust particles. The cabinet in the pre-toddler classroom had peeling paper and accessible to the children. On the outdoors playground, there were safety hazards observed on the playground also. The fence had rusted nails that were exposed and wooden slants that exposed the children to entrapment hazards. there was enough room for the children to get their fingers in between the boards. A climbing structure had splintered pieces that allow for the children to cut their fingers or get splinters. Some of the nails on the fence that were exposed and caused a hazard were nailed in and corrected during the inspection.
HHSC 746.3701 — Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-06-19. Correction verified 2026-07-08.
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Records & paperwork
A caregiver did not have the required notarized affidavit and two caregivers did not have the pre-application affidavits.
HHSC 746.901(4) — Required Personnel Records - Required Affidavit (Form 2985)
HHSC risk weight: Medium Low. Corrected 2026-06-19. Correction verified 2026-07-08.
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Safety & premises
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Jun 4, 2026 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training Serious
An individual was observed hiding in the girls' bathroom with feet off the floor sitting in the stall. The individual was removed from the operation.
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 2026-06-04. Correction verified 2026-06-17.
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Cleanliness & sanitation
There was no safety mechanism observed attached to the diaper table in the classrooms.
HHSC 746.3503(c)(1) — Diaper Changing Equipment- If Above Floor Level Must Use Safety Mechanism
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-06-12. Correction verified 2026-06-22.
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Other
Personal belongings were observed stacked in a pile on the couches in the classroom.
HHSC 746.4505 — Storage for Individual Belongings
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2026-06-04. Correction verified 2026-06-17.
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Staff background & training Serious
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Jun 3, 2026 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training Serious
The operation did not follow the conditions of the criminal background check unit. The operation allowed a person deemed ineligible to be present at the operation and have access to the child in care.
HHSC 745.635(2) — AP Background check determination - If ineligible then you must immediately remove subject from operation and confirm to CBCU receipt of notice letter
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2026-06-29. Correction verified 2026-07-08.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
The operation interfered with the investigation when they did not provide available video footage related to an open investigation. During the inspection, video recording equipment was on and working. The footage was playing clear and showing parents entering and exiting the building. The inspector requested to review the footage for the day of the incident. Staff left the room, returned, shut the equipment off and stated it was no longer working. The operation never made an effort to provide the inspector with the video recording after numerous requests.
HHSC 745.8411(a) — Responsibilities - Not interfere with an inspection or investigation
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2026-06-29. Correction verified 2026-07-08.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
The operation did not use good judgment when the operation knowingly allowed and participated in a violation of the conditions set in place by background unit. The operation allowed a person deemed ineligible to be present at the operation while children were in care. The operation participated by not notifying Childcare Regulations on several occasions when the individual had been present at the center.
HHSC 746.1201(1) — Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2026-06-29. Correction verified 2026-07-08.
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Supervision & ratios
During an investigation inspection, it was found, the operation did not report an incident that happened at the operation in the front of staff and children which rendered the facility unsafe and placing children at risk.
HHSC 746.305(a)(1) — Report Unsafe Facility Occurrence
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-06-29. Correction verified 2026-07-08.
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Other Serious
A verbal and physical altercation was witnessed to have ensued during operating hours between two employees and a previous employee while children were in care.
HHSC 746.3703(a) — People Whose Behavior/Health Threatens Children Not Present
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2026-06-29. Correction verified 2026-07-08.
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Staff background & training Serious
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May 8, 2026 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Apr 28, 2026 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Safety & premises
Children were observed asleep near shelving that had scissors and other supplies that could cause injury. A container of bleach wipes was observed in the classroom and accessible to the children. This was corrected during the inspection when both the scissors and wipes were removed out of the reach of the children.
HHSC 746.3701 — Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-04-28. Correction verified 2026-05-08.
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Safety & premises
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Apr 27, 2026 Report · Deficiencies cited (self-report)
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Supervision & ratios Serious
A child was left on the playground for more than 5 minutes. A caregiver retrieved the child after being notified by the police department.
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 2026-04-28. Correction verified 2026-05-08.
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Other
Caregivers did not have a written tracking system which prevented them from identifying the children in their care.
HHSC 746.631(b) — Caregivers Have Access to Tracking System
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-04-28. Correction verified 2026-05-08.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
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Mar 12, 2026 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Feb 11, 2026 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Feb 9, 2026 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Supervision & ratios
The staff did not comply with the minimum standards for parent's rights. The operation has written procedures for parents to discuss concerns with staff, however when the parent tried to share concerns, care was terminated.
HHSC 746.1003(2) — Director Responsibilities - Employees Comply with Standards
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2026-03-05. Correction verified 2026-03-12.
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Other Serious
Staff did not use good judgement and self-control during an incident with a parent. The staff became upset and terminated the care of a child without incident.
HHSC 746.1201(1) — Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2026-03-05. Correction verified 2026-03-12.
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Supervision & ratios
The operation did not have a suspension and termination policy in place prior to suspending a parent for addressing a concern.
HHSC 746.501(a)(8) — Written Operational Policies - Suspension and Expulsion
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-03-05. Correction verified 2026-03-12.
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Supervision & ratios
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Nov 12, 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.
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Sep 2, 2025 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Safety & premises Serious
2 caregivers were observed not conducting the name to face as the children exited the vehicle.
HHSC 746.5605(3) — Safety Precautions for Loading and Unloading Children - Account for All Children
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2025-09-02. Correction verified 2025-09-11.
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Safety & premises Serious
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Aug 18, 2025 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Other
One classroom was observed with 20 children and 3 caregivers. The caregivers did not know the specified age group of the children, because a second group of children was add to the room. The caregivers did not have a list showing who the children were and their ages.
HHSC 746.1205(a)(3) — Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know children's names and ages
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-08-18. Correction verified 2025-09-02.
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Other
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Aug 14, 2025 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Safety & premises Serious
Caregivers were observed not conducting the name to face as the children exited the vehicle.
HHSC 746.5605(3) — Safety Precautions for Loading and Unloading Children - Account for All Children
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2025-08-18. Correction verified 2025-09-18.
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Safety & premises Serious
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May 30, 2025 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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May 22, 2025 Report · No deficiencies cited (self-report)
No violations cited on this visit.
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May 19, 2025 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Apr 7, 2025 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Apr 4, 2025 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Supervision & ratios Serious
The operation allowed a previous employee to be present at the operation during operating hours and not following the rules of the background unit.
HHSC 746.3703(a) — People Whose Behavior/Health Threatens Children Not Present
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2025-04-07. Correction verified 2025-04-07.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
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Mar 27, 2025 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Supervision & ratios
The operation did not report that a child in care received medical attention.
HHSC 746.305(a)(2) — AP Report Child Injury Requiring Medical Treatment by a Health-Care Professional or Hospitalization
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-04-07. Correction verified 2025-04-15.
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Supervision & ratios
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Nov 26, 2024 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Nov 6, 2024 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Oct 30, 2024 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Supervision & ratios
The pre-toddler room was observed with 5 children age 0-11 months old, bringing the room out of ratio by 1 child. This was corrected during the inspection when 1 child was moved to another room.
HHSC 746.1507(1) — Determining Child/Caregiver Ratios - Basis
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2024-10-30. Correction verified 2024-11-06.
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Supervision & ratios
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Oct 28, 2024 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Supervision & ratios Serious
An employee ineligible to be present at the operation during hours of operation and while children are in care has been observed at the operation.
HHSC 746.3703(a) — People Whose Behavior/Health Threatens Children Not Present
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2024-10-31. Correction verified 2024-11-06.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
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Sep 25, 2024 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Apr 26, 2024 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Cleanliness & sanitation
A caregiver did not wash hands after diapering a child. This was corrected at the inspection when the caregiver washed their hands.
HHSC 746.3415(4) — Employee Handwashing After Diapering a Child
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2024-04-26.
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Cleanliness & sanitation
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