Life Kidz Academy
1006 OLD AUSTIN HUTTO RD, Pflugerville, TX 78660 · Travis County
Program
- Type
- Licensed center
- Licensed capacity
- 100
- Ages
- Infant, Toddler, Pre-Kindergarten, School
- Hours
- 06:30 AM-05:30 PM
- Director / administrator
- Jalessa Washington
- Phone
- (512) 662-1635
- Regulated since
- Jan 28, 2019
- HHSC IDs
- Operation 1297989 · number 1668058
- Official record
- HHSC Child Care Search
Violations by category
Year by year
| Year | Violations | Serious | Main categories |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 10 | 1 | Cleanliness & sanitation (3), Safety & premises (2), Food & allergies (1), Staff background & training (1), Other (3) |
| 2025 | 6 | 3 | Cleanliness & sanitation (1), Illness & medication (1), Discipline & child guidance (1), Safety & premises (2), Staff background & training (1) |
| 2024 | 1 | 0 | Cleanliness & sanitation (1) |
| 2023 | 6 | 3 | Supervision & ratios (2), Safety & premises (1), Staff background & training (1), Other (2) |
| 2022 | 9 | 4 | Illness & medication (3), Supervision & ratios (2), Discipline & child guidance (1), Safety & premises (2), Staff background & training (1) |
| 2021 | 2 | 0 | Food & allergies (1), Records & paperwork (1) |
Inspections, investigations & assessments
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Jun 4, 2026 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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May 6, 2026 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Other
A caregiver was observed on his personal cell phone and laptop while in caring for children. This was brought into compliance when he put the devices away,
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 2026-05-06.
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Cleanliness & sanitation Serious
At the time of the inspection, the class went back into the classroom and a child had been left unattended in the bathroom. The child was found by staff and escorted into his classroom.
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 at inspection. Corrected 2026-05-06.
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Other
At the time of the inspection, the tv was on while kids were in the room showing a movie that was not age-appropriate. This was brought into compliance when the tv was turned off and children returned to their classroom.
HHSC 746.2207(c)(2) — Screen Time Activities - Age-appropriate
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2026-05-06.
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Cleanliness & sanitation
The infant room where diapers are changed does not have a handwashing sink.
HHSC 746.2405(4) — Infant Care Area Furnishings and Equipment - Hand-washing Sink
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-05-15. Correction verified 2026-06-04.
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Food & allergies
Bottles in the infant classroom were not labeled with the child's name.
HHSC 746.2419(6) — Requirements for Feeding Infants - Label Bottles/Cups
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2026-05-06.
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Cleanliness & sanitation
At the time of the inspection, the playground had garbage littered across the ground. This was brought into compliance when the garbage was picked up during the inspection.
HHSC 746.3407 — Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2026-05-06.
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Safety & premises
The swing set measured 7 feet tall and was 5.5 ft from the fence and is required to be 14 feet use zone from the fence. The swing set also has swinging rings attached which are prohibited equipment.
HHSC 746.4807(a) — Measurement of Use Zone for Swings - in Front and Rear
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-05-15. Correction verified 2026-06-04.
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Other
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Jan 20, 2026 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training
The CPR training received by three caregivers did not meet the required AHA guidelines.
HHSC 746.1315(b)(1) — CPR Training and Recertification Adhere to Guidelines-skill based
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-01-30. Correction verified 2026-02-04.
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Other
Two classrooms were observed with inadequate lighting making it difficult to see children's faces.
HHSC 746.2911 — Adequate Lighting During Naptime
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2026-01-20.
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Safety & premises
An adult chair in the infant classroom had torn upholstery, exposing the foam. This was corrected when the chair was removed from the classroom
HHSC 746.3701 — Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2026-01-20.
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Staff background & training
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Nov 5, 2025 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Aug 28, 2025 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Discipline & child guidance Serious
During a DFPS investigation, there was sufficient evidence to support that a caregiver neglectfully supervised a child.
HHSC 746.1201(4) — AP Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Ensure No Child Abused, Neglected, or Exploited
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2025-10-21. Correction verified 2025-11-05.
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Safety & premises Serious
During a DFPS investigation, it was found a child was left unattended in a vehicle.
HHSC 746.5605(4) — AP Safety Precautions for Loading and Unloading Children - No Child Unattended
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2025-10-21. Correction verified 2025-11-05.
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Safety & premises
During a DFPS investigation, it was found the driver did not have access to the tracking system used to check children in and out.
HHSC 746.631(b) — Caregivers Have Access to Tracking System
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-10-21. Correction verified 2025-11-05.
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Discipline & child guidance Serious
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Jan 29, 2025 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training
Three staff files reviewed. Current CPR and First aid certifications were unavialble 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 2025-02-28. Correction verified 2025-02-13.
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Cleanliness & sanitation
Unlabled ointment and boogie saline spray was obseved in infants cubbies. This was corrected when the caregiver in the classroom, labeled the items.
HHSC 746.3501(5) — Diaper Changing Steps-Label Powders, Lotions, Etc. with Name
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2025-01-29.
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Illness & medication Serious
Observed adult cold and flu medicine in the infant's classroom. This was corrected when the director removed the medication from the classroom.
HHSC 746.3807(1) — Storage of Medication - Inaccessible to Children
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2025-01-29.
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Staff background & training
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Dec 12, 2024 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Dec 10, 2024 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Oct 7, 2024 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Aug 6, 2024 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Aug 2, 2024 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Cleanliness & sanitation
During an investigation inspection it was found that the operation is using an unsanitary environment to wash dishes.
HHSC 746.3317 — Food Service and Preparation Requirement - Safe and Sanitary
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2024-08-30. Correction verified 2024-08-26.
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Cleanliness & sanitation
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Feb 29, 2024 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Nov 8, 2023 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Mar 3, 2023 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training
2 out of 12 caregivers were missing the trainings required for HASA.
HHSC 746.1309(e) — Documented Annual Training- Required Content
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2023-03-17. Correction verified 2023-03-21.
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Staff background & training
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Feb 13, 2023 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jan 6, 2023 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Supervision & ratios
It was found during the inspection the operation had crib sheets that were loose.
HHSC 746.2415(c)(2) — Crib Mattress Cover - Snug-Fitting and Thin
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2023-01-06.
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Supervision & ratios
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Jan 5, 2023 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Other Serious
It was found during the investigation a caregiver lacked good judgment when they covered children's faces with blankets and used one blanket to cover three children.
HHSC 746.1201(1) — Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2023-02-03. Correction verified 2023-02-13.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
It was found during the investigation caregivers would leave the nap room unsupervised to use the restroom or to grab items from outside the classroom.
HHSC 746.1203(4) — Responsibilities of Caregivers - Supervision of Children
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2023-02-03. Correction verified 2023-02-13.
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Other Serious
It was found during the investigation a caregiver intentionally hit a child on the head with a folded blanket.
HHSC 746.2805(4) — Prohibited Punishments - Hitting with Hand or Instrument
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2023-02-03. Correction verified 2023-02-13.
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Safety & premises
It was found during the investigation nap mats were observed to be touching each other during naptime with no space in between.
HHSC 746.2909(3) — Arrangement of Napping Equipment -Provides Sufficient Walking and Work Space
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2023-02-03. Correction verified 2023-02-13.
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Other Serious
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Aug 15, 2022 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jul 27, 2022 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training
3 of 8 personnel records reviewed were missing communicable diseases and hazardous materials training. 4 of 8 personnel records reviewed were missing physical premises safety, emergency preparedness, communicable diseases and hazardous materials training. 1 of 8 personelle records reviewed were missing food allergy, physical premises safety, emergency preparedness, communicable diseases and hazardous materials training.
HHSC 746.1309(e) — Documented Annual Training- Required Content
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2022-08-10. Correction verified 2022-08-15.
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Staff background & training
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Mar 30, 2022 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Mar 8, 2022 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Feb 22, 2022 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Safety & premises Serious
A crib had a boppy pillow in it with an infant that was 10 months old.
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 2022-02-22. Correction verified 2022-03-08.
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Safety & premises Serious
3 infants, two in cribs ages 10 months and 11 months and one on a mat on the floor age 11 months, had their heads completely covered with blankets.
HHSC 746.2429 — Covering Infant's Head or Crib
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2022-02-22. Correction verified 2022-03-08.
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Safety & premises Serious
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Feb 18, 2022 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Discipline & child guidance Serious
During an investigation it was found that a caregiver used prohibited punishment, in the form of spanking, on their own child while the group was returning from a walking field trip at the park.
HHSC 746.2805 — Prohibited Punishments - No Harsh, Cruel or Unusual
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2022-03-17. Correction verified 2022-03-30.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
The operation did not self report a discipline concern brought to their attention by a concerned neighbor.
HHSC 746.305(a)(6) — Report Situation Placing Children at Risk
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2022-03-17. Correction verified 2022-03-17.
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Discipline & child guidance Serious
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Feb 10, 2022 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Supervision & ratios
During an investigation, it was found that the operation failed to report injury to a child where the child sought 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 2022-04-08. Correction verified 2022-04-13.
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Illness & medication
During an investigation it was found that the operation did not obtain written authorization, from the parent, to give the medication to the child daily. According to the operations policies written authorization is required to administer medication to children when in care.
HHSC 746.3803(a)(1) — Medication Authorization - Signed and Dated
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2022-04-08. Correction verified 2022-04-13.
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Illness & medication
During an investigation, it was found that a child was being administered prescription medication, with no label or prescription and no box.
HHSC 746.3805(b)(1) — Administering Medication - Original Container with Child's Name, Date
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2022-04-08. Correction verified 2022-04-13.
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Illness & medication
During an investigation, it was found that the operation is not always recording all instances of a child receiving medication.
HHSC 746.3805(c)(3) — Medication Records - Date, Time and Amount Given
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2022-04-08. Correction verified 2022-04-13.
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Supervision & ratios
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Dec 17, 2021 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Food & allergies
A child with a severe food allergy did not have a completed food allergy plan on file.
HHSC 746.605(16) — Required Admission Information-Completed Food Allergy Plan
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2022-02-02. Correction verified 2022-02-10.
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Records & paperwork
3 of 8 personnel records reviewed did not have a notarized affidavit.
HHSC 746.901(4) — Required Personnel Records - Required Affidavit
HHSC risk weight: Medium Low. Corrected 2022-02-02. Correction verified 2022-02-10.
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Food & allergies
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