Learn And Laugh Preschool
11715 FM 2244, Austin, TX 78738 · Travis County
Program
- Type
- Licensed center
- Licensed capacity
- 43
- Ages
- Infant, Toddler, Pre-Kindergarten, School
- Hours
- 07:00 AM-06:00 PM
- Director / administrator
- Latasha Fowler
- Phone
- (512) 294-2520
- Regulated since
- Jan 8, 2019
- HHSC IDs
- Operation 1321089 · number 1684227
- Official record
- HHSC Child Care Search
Violations by category
Year by year
| Year | Violations | Serious | Main categories |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 15 | 1 | Cleanliness & sanitation (4), Supervision & ratios (4), Safety & premises (3), Staff background & training (1), Other (3) |
| 2025 | 9 | 2 | Cleanliness & sanitation (1), Illness & medication (1), Supervision & ratios (1), Safety & premises (2), Food & allergies (1), Other (3) |
| 2024 | 8 | 1 | Supervision & ratios (1), Safety & premises (4), Staff background & training (1), Other (2) |
| 2023 | 3 | 0 | Cleanliness & sanitation (1), Safety & premises (1), Staff background & training (1) |
| 2022 | 3 | 1 | Illness & medication (1), Safety & premises (1), Records & paperwork (1) |
| 2021 | 7 | 2 | Cleanliness & sanitation (1), Supervision & ratios (3), Safety & premises (1), Records & paperwork (1), Other (1) |
Inspections, investigations & assessments
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Sep 10, 2026 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Sep 4, 2026 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Other
The director could not provide a sanitation inspection for a second time.
HHSC 746.3401(a) — Annual Sanitation Inspection
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-10-01. Correction verified 2026-09-29.
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Cleanliness & sanitation
The bathroom floor and baseboards had visible dirt marks. A bathroom ceiling tile appeared to have been molded with water stains.The kitchen floor appeared to have dirt marks on the ground and on the baseboards.
HHSC 746.3407 — Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-09-08. Correction verified 2026-09-10.
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Supervision & ratios
The operation did not have the proper sanitation process for dishes. Multiple toys in the classroom and on the large playground were observed to have layers of debris during the follow-up inspection.
HHSC 746.3407(11) — Sanitize Tables Tops, Furniture and Similar Equipment
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-09-08. Correction verified 2026-09-10.
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Safety & premises
The playground mulch was observed to be less than an inch deep during the follow-up inspection.
HHSC 746.4907(a)(1) — Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Six Inches if Equipment 5 Ft or Less
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-09-08. Correction verified 2026-09-10.
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Other
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Aug 20, 2026 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Cleanliness & sanitation Serious
There was bug spray observed accesible to children.
HHSC 746.3407(12) — Mark Cleaning Supplies, Toxic Materials; Keep Separate from Food and Inaccessible to Children
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2026-08-20.
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Safety & premises
The playground fence was observed to have two entrapment and splinter hazards.
HHSC 746.3701 — Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-08-31. Correction verified 2026-09-03.
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Other
Trash was observed on the playground while children were present.
HHSC 746.4751(a) — Maintenance Procedures for Active Play - Inspect Daily
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-08-20. Correction verified 2026-09-03.
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Safety & premises
The playground mulch was observed to be less than an inch deep.
HHSC 746.4907(a)(1) — Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Six Inches if Equipment 5 Ft or Less
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-08-31. Correction verified 2026-09-04.
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Cleanliness & sanitation Serious
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Aug 18, 2026 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Other
The director could not provide a sanitation inspection.
HHSC 746.3401(a) — Annual Sanitation Inspection
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-08-31. Correction verified 2026-09-04.
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Cleanliness & sanitation
The toddler room classroom was observed to have chipping paint on the wall and the gate. The bathroom floor had visible dirt marks. A bathroom ceiling tile appeared to have been molded with water stains.There were three trash cans accessible to children.The kitchen floor appeared to have dirt marks on the ground and on the baseboards.
HHSC 746.3407 — Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-08-31. Correction verified 2026-09-04.
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Supervision & ratios
The operation did not have the proper sanitation process for dishes. Multiple toys in the classroom and on the large playground were observed to have layers of debris.
HHSC 746.3407(11) — Sanitize Tables Tops, Furniture and Similar Equipment
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-08-31. Correction verified 2026-09-04.
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Other
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Jul 21, 2026 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Supervision & ratios
All classes of children at the operation were observed to be combined on the playground with one caregiver for 3-4minutes.
HHSC 746.1611(b) — Exceeding Maximum Group Size -Ratio Meet
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2026-07-21.
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Supervision & ratios
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Apr 15, 2026 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Apr 1, 2026 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training
One employee was observed to have an active background check after seperating from the operation.
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 2026-04-02. Correction verified 2026-04-15.
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Supervision & ratios
An additional person was not in the building during nap time.
HHSC 746.1613(a)(5) — Naptime Child/Caregiver Ratio - Additional Employees Required
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-04-02. Correction verified 2026-04-15.
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Cleanliness & sanitation
Walls near sink was observed to have paint peeling and dirt/soap scum stains in the older infant room. Bathroom was observed to have soiled diapers child's water bottle, and toilet paper on the floor.
HHSC 746.3407(9) — Floors, ceilings and Walls in Good Repair and Clean
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-04-03. Correction verified 2026-04-15.
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Staff background & training
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Dec 16, 2025 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Sep 3, 2025 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Safety & premises
This standard was re-cited. The loose fill was not at the proper depth around the climbing equipment as required. The equipment is not in use at this time.
HHSC 746.4907(d) — Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Proper Depth Maintained
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-12-15. Correction verified 2025-12-16.
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Safety & premises
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Aug 15, 2025 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Supervision & ratios
During inspection the caregiver had 10 children 9 that were 18m to 3 yr old with one infant, making the caregiver out of ratio with 12 or fewer children.
HHSC 746.1701 — Child/Caregiver Ratio - 12 or Fewer Children
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2025-08-15. Correction verified 2025-09-03.
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Other
The annual Health inspection has not been completed since April.
HHSC 746.3401(a) — Annual Sanitation Inspection
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-08-29. Correction verified 2025-09-03.
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Safety & premises
There is a piece of soft play equipment that is in the infant room that has become worn and torn and can no longer be sanitized properly.
HHSC 746.3407 — Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-08-15. Correction verified 2025-09-03.
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Cleanliness & sanitation Serious
Sanitizing equipment was within the child's reach in the infant room.
HHSC 746.3407(12) — Mark Cleaning Supplies, Toxic Materials; Keep Separate from Food and Inaccessible to Children
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2025-08-15. Correction verified 2025-09-03.
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Other Serious
During inspection of the playground there were 2 buckets of water observed on the playground that had material settled in the buckets and standing water, more than 8 inches, in the buckets accessible to children.
HHSC 746.3701(9) — Safety - Bodies of Water Inaccessible to Children
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2025-08-15.
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Food & allergies
The first aid kit was missing tweezers and thermometer.
HHSC 746.4003(a) — First Aid Kit - Incomplete Kit
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2025-08-22. Correction verified 2025-09-03.
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Other
The loose fill on the playground was observed to be less than 1 inch in front of the large slide.
HHSC 746.4907(d) — Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Proper Depth Maintained
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-08-29. Correction verified 2025-09-03.
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Illness & medication
Children recrods were reviewed and 4 records were missing the Parents rights, 2 records were mimssing the immunizations, 1 record was missing the health statement.
HHSC 746.603(a) — Children's Records Maintained
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2025-08-29. Correction verified 2025-09-03.
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Supervision & ratios
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Dec 18, 2024 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Dec 13, 2024 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Safety & premises Serious
A crib that an infant was sleeping in had a bottle and a blanket it in with the infant. This was corrected at inspection when the caregiver removed the items from the infants crib.
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 2024-12-13. Correction verified 2024-12-18.
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Safety & premises
There were empty food cans (like what green beans come in) that were accessible to children. These cans could cut the children hands if they picked them up. This was corrected as inspection when the cans were removed.
HHSC 746.3701(5) — Safety - Play Materials and Equipment Safe
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2024-12-13. Correction verified 2024-12-18.
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Safety & premises Serious
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Dec 6, 2024 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Sep 27, 2024 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Supervision & ratios
During the follow-up the liability insurance policy unavailable for review. The most recent policy expired on 1/31/2024. 9/27/2024-There still was no active liability policy available for review. Director stated she sent the notice to inform the parents of no liabilty insurance on the operation back in March 2024.
HHSC 746.203(2) — Liability Insurance Requirements - Provide Proof of Coverage Annually by Anniversary Date of Issuance
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2024-11-01. Correction verified 2024-10-31.
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Supervision & ratios
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Sep 20, 2024 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training
Neither the director nor the caregiver had CPR and First Aid certification for review.
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 2024-09-27. Correction verified 2024-09-27.
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Other
There were no active liability insurance policy available for review. The most recent policy expired on 1/31/2024.
HHSC 746.203(2) — Liability Insurance Requirements - Provide Proof of Coverage Annually by Anniversary Date of Issuance
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2024-09-27. Correction verified 2024-09-27.
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Other
The illumination within the initial classroom appears to be malfunctioning and requires immediate attention.
HHSC 746.3407(10) — Center Heated, Lighted and Ventilated Properly
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2024-10-04. Correction verified 2024-09-27.
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Safety & premises
There were many tripping hazards present in both play areas.
HHSC 746.4751(a) — Maintenance Procedures for Active Play - Inspect Daily
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2024-09-27. Correction verified 2024-09-27.
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Safety & premises
There were no fire drills log avaiable for review.
HHSC 746.5205(1) — Fire Drill Monthly - Exit in 3 Minutes
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2024-09-27. Correction verified 2024-09-27.
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Staff background & training
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Sep 22, 2023 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training
Trainings were not available during the inspection.
HHSC 746.1301(a)(2)(A) — Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Pre-Service Training
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2023-10-06. Correction verified 2023-10-12.
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Cleanliness & sanitation
There were several walls and equipment that needed cleaning or replacing. There were dead crickets throughout the building.
HHSC 746.3407(9) — Floors, ceilings and Walls in Good Repair and Clean
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2023-10-06. Correction verified 2023-10-12.
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Safety & premises
There were many tripping hazards present in both play areas. This was corrected when the director moved the toys and organized to eliminate tripping hazards.
HHSC 746.4751(c) — Maintenance Procedures for Active Play - Hazards Removed or Repaired
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2023-09-22.
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Staff background & training
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Oct 26, 2022 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Illness & medication Serious
1 out of 4 children were missing some shots.
HHSC 746.613(a) — Required Immunizations
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2022-11-04. Correction verified 2022-11-04.
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Records & paperwork
1 out of 4 staff was missing a notarized affidavit.
HHSC 746.901(4) — Required Personnel Records - Required Affidavit
HHSC risk weight: Medium Low. Corrected 2022-10-28. Correction verified 2022-10-28.
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Illness & medication Serious
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Mar 23, 2022 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Safety & premises
During the walktrhough, there were piles of items and clutter causing a tripping hazard and possible health and safety hazareds. The following items were observed and accessible to children: Pile of clothing and blankets. Stacked area of open plastic bins containing clothing and supplies. Some supplies are spilling out of the containers onto the floor covering the walking area. Shelves with a bottle of sode and can or pringles. Chairs, foam tiles and other items on the floor of the changing area. Rugs with visible dirt and trash.
HHSC 746.3407 — Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2022-03-24. Correction verified 2022-04-06.
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Safety & premises
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Mar 13, 2022 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Dec 29, 2021 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Dec 15, 2021 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Supervision & ratios Serious
During an inspection, children were observed unsupervised during several incidents.
HHSC 746.1203(4) — Responsibilities of Caregivers- Supervision of Children
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2021-12-15. Correction verified 2021-12-29.
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Supervision & ratios
An 8 mo old child was combined in a room with a 3 year old child (exceeding 18 mo age gap).
HHSC 746.1605 — Child/Caregiver Ratio - 18 Months Difference in Age
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2021-12-15. Correction verified 2021-12-29.
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Supervision & ratios
One classroom was over ratio with one caregiver supervising 10 children ages 8mo-3 years old with a SAG of 18-24mo. This was corrected at inspection when additional caregivers returned from lunch.
HHSC 746.1609 — Maximum Group Size 13 or More Children
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2021-12-15.
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Safety & premises
An 8 mo old, non walking infant was in a classroom (during naptime) without a crib for sleeping.
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 2021-12-15. Correction verified 2021-12-29.
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Other Serious
A child was observed sleeping in a bouncy seat. This was corrected when the child was removed from the seat.
HHSC 746.2426 — Infant May Not Sleep in a Restrictive Device
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2021-12-15. Correction verified 2021-12-29.
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Cleanliness & sanitation
A garbage can was observed to be full of garbage without a lid, and accessible to children.
HHSC 746.3407(8) — Garbage Inaccessible to Children; Maintained in Sanitary Manner
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2021-12-15. Correction verified 2021-12-29.
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Records & paperwork
1 out of 4 staff files were not available for review.
HHSC 746.901 — Required Personnel Records
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2022-01-15. Correction verified 2021-12-29.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
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