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Home › TX › Athens › Kidz First Learning Academy
1600 ROCKY RIDGE RD, Athens TX 75751-5418 · License #1649832 · Center · Licensed Center
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746.613(a) · Required Immunizations
While reviewing immunization records, 1 child did not have an immunization record in their file.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 6, 2026
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
746.501(a)(1) · Written Operational Policies - Operating Times
The operation was not able to provide the operational policies for review.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 27, 2026
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
746.3317(6) · Food Service and Preparation Requirement - Use Sanitary Holders
While serving morning snack, it was observed that the food was being placed directly on the table and not on a plate, napkin, or other sanitary manner. This was corrected when the caregivers gave each child a napkin to place their food on.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 17, 2026
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
746.1315(b) · Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric CPR
The director did not have current CPR training.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 20, 2026
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
This standard was reviewed during an investigation and found deficient. There is evidence to support that multiple children are being buckled in the same seatbelt.
Disposition: Deficiency Cited
This standard was reviewed during an investigation and found deficient. There is evidence to support that young children are being placed in the front seat during transportation to the operation.
Disposition: Deficiency Cited
Disposition: No Deficiencies Cited
Disposition: No Deficiencies Cited
Disposition: No Deficiencies Cited
Disposition: No Deficiencies Cited
Disposition: No Deficiencies Cited
Disposition: No Deficiencies Cited
Disposition: No Deficiencies Cited
The operation allowed a newly hired staff member to be present at the operation before receiving notice from the CBCU regarding the person's eligibility. Another citation related to background checks within the next 6 months may result in a penalty. Another citation related to background checks within the next 6 months may result in an additional penalty and other enforcement actions. An Administrative penalty in the amount of 100% of the daily maximum, per HRC 42.078(a-2) will be recommended as a result of this citation.
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Data synced from Texas HHSC Child Care Regulation on Jul 10, 2026 · Source records · Report an error
746.611(a)(1) · Required Health Statement - Written, dated within past year, indicates child is physically able to participate in operation's child-care program
While reviewing files, 9 children files did not have a health statement.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 14, 2025
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
746.1315(a) · Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric first aid with rescue breathing and choking.
While reviewing personnel files, 2 caregivers did not have current CPR/First Aid training.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 25, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
746.401(1) · Posting Requirements - License
The operation did not have the licenses posted.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 4, 2025
Marked corrected in the state record.
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
While doing a walk through of the operation, a caregiver walked off the playground to go potty leaving a group of children unsupervised. This was corrected when the director stepped outside with the children.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 25, 2025
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
746.613(b) · Immunization Records, Exceptions, and Exemptions Current
While reviewing children's files for the HASA, 2 children did not have updated immunizations.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 11, 2025
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
746.1601 · Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
While doing a walk through, one caregiver was supervising 14 children aged 12 months-2 on the playground. This was corrected when a second caregiver joined the caregiver on the playground.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 25, 2025
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
746.1301(a)(6)(A) · Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - 30 Annual Training
While reviewing the director's file, there were only 17 of the required 30 hours availbale for review.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 8, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
746.2409(a)(1) · Safety Requirements for Cribs - Snug Fitting, Firm, Flat Mattress Designed for Use in Crib
A crib sheet was observed to be loose fitting and bundled up when an infant was sleeping. This was discussed with the caregivers and corrected at inspection.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 7, 2023
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
746.1315(a) · Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric first aid with rescue breathing and choking.
The HASA was conducted and one caregiver had an expired CPR and First Aid certification.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 30, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
746.4751(b) · Maintenance Procedures for Active Play - Monthly Maintenance Checklist
The HASA was conducted and the grounds checklist has not been conducted in the last 3 months.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 23, 2023
Marked corrected in the state record.
746.2203(a) · Written Activity Plans
There were no activity plans posted in the classrooms.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 23, 2023
Marked corrected in the state record.
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
During inspection a caregiver walked out of the breakfast area leaving 4 children alone to switch places with a caregiver outside.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 16, 2023
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
746.2207(c)(4) · Screen Time Activities - Not Used During Eating or Rest Times
During inspection it was observed that the children were eating their breakfast upon arrival and watching television.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 16, 2023
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
746.3407(12) · Mark Cleaning Supplies, Toxic Materials; Keep Separate from Food and Inaccessible to Children
During inspection there was a container of lysol wipes and hand sanitizer on the shelf within the reach of the children.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 16, 2023
Category: nutrition. Marked corrected in the state record.
746.4901(a) · Active Play Surfacing In Use Zones - Loose Fill or Unitary Surfacing
A piece of equipment that bounces did not have the proper depth of loose fill around and under it as required.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 30, 2023
Marked corrected in the state record.
746.2417(2)(B) · Activities for Infants - Not in Restrictive Device for more than 15 Minutes
During follow up inspection, 1 infant was observed in a restrictive device for 50 minutes.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 16, 2023
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
746.2407 · Infant Care Area Furnishings and Equipment -Use of Safety Straps
During follow up inspection, 1 infant was observed unbuckled in the highchair table.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 16, 2023
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
746.2421(a) · Written Feeding Instructions - Signed and Dated by Parent or Health-Care Professional
During POA inspection, the infant feeding sheets were not updated. One bottle fed infant did not have an infant feeding sheet.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 10, 2023
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
746.2407 · Infant Care Area Furnishings and Equipment -Use of Safety Straps
During POA inspection, 1 infant was observed unbuckled in the highchair table.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 6, 2023
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
746.305(a)(1) · Report Unsafe Facility Occurrence
The operation was closed 1/31/23 - 2/3/23 due to weather and did not notify CCR.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 6, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
746.1203(3) · Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know Children's Names and Ages
During POA inspection, the infant caregivers did not know the information for 1 infant they were responsible for.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 6, 2023
Marked corrected in the state record.
746.2421(b) · Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days
During inspection, three bottle fed infants did not have updated feeding instruction sheets.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 2, 2022
Marked corrected in the state record.
746.2426 · Infant May Not Sleep in a Restrictive Device
During inspection, an infant was observed sleeping in a restrictive device. The operation allowed a 6 week old infant asleep in a swing. During inspection on 11/30/2022, I observed a 6 week old asleep in a swing. Picture was taken showing the swing and sleeping infant. After I discussed Minimum Standard 746.2426 with the infant caregivers and director, the child was removed during inspection on 11/30/2022. An Administrative Penalty in the amount of 100% of the daily maximum per HRC 42.078(a-2) is being recommended for one day. Impose an Administrative Penalty in the amount of 100% of the daily maximum per statute, HRC ?42.078(a-2) and determine the appropriateness of requesting a risk analysis and/or imposing additional enforcement actions, including corrective or adverse action.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 30, 2022
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
746.1301(2)(A) · Training Requirements for Employees and Caregivers - Pre-service Training
One non-exempt caregiver with no previous training was counted in ratio before having the required 8 hours of training.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 7, 2022
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
746.1601 · Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
During inspection, two classes were out of ratio. The two year old class was out of ratio by one child. The three year old class was out of ratio by three.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 30, 2022
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
746.603(a) · Children's Records Maintained
During inspection, 6 records were reviewed and 2 were missing updated immunization records.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 28, 2022
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
746.801(10) · Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Safety Documentation for Emergency Drills, Fire Extinguishers, & Smoke Detectors
During inspection the emergency drills and detector monitoring was unavailable.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 28, 2022
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
746.1301(2)(A) · Training Requirements for Employees and Caregivers - Pre-service Training
During inspection, 6 staff records were reviewed and not maintained.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 28, 2022
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
746.801(10) · Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Safety Documentation for Emergency Drills, Fire Extinguishers, & Smoke Detectors
During inspection the emergency drills and detector monitoring was unavailable.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 12, 2022
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
746.1203(4) · Responsibilities of Caregivers - Supervision of Children
During inspection, a 3 year old child was observed alone and unsupervised in the bathroom. CCR Inspector returned child to teacher. Teacher advised they were not aware child was gone.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 28, 2022
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
746.603(a) · Children's Records Maintained
During inspection, 6 records were reviewed and not maintained.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 12, 2022
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
746.3417(3) · Children Handwashing After Toileting or Diapering
During inspection, 3 diaper changes were observed and all 3 did not wash the infants hands.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 28, 2022
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
746.1301(2)(A) · Training Requirements for Employees and Caregivers - Pre-service Training
During inspection, 6 staff records were reviewed and not maintained.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 12, 2022
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
745.641 · AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
A follow up was conducted. A caregiver was present supervising children alone and did not have an eligible status to be present.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 27, 2022
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
746.1203(4) · Responsibilities of Caregivers - Supervision of Children
During inspection at naptime, it was observed 1 caregiver was supervising 3 areas of children. 1 classroom had 12 children ages 3 yrs - 5rs napping. 1 classroom had 14 children ages 1 yr - 2 yrs napping with the door closed and no teacher inside the room. The open area had 4 children ages 7yrs - 9yrs resting.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 10, 2022
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
746.2426 · Infant May Not Sleep in a Restrictive Device
During inspection, 1 infant was observed asleep in a swing. 2 infants were observed in the high chair table unstrapped. 2 infants were in highchairs unstrapped. TA was provided and the infants were removed from the restrictive devices.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 10, 2022
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
746.1201(1) · Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
This standard was found to out of compliance when reviewing video footage. It was found that the operation's caregivers did not demonstrate good judgment when they left a toddler in a high chair for 2 and a half hours during the morning.
Corrected Corrected by May 6, 2022
Marked corrected in the state record.
746.3415(4) · Employee Handwashing After Diapering a Child
While reviewing video footage it was found that caregivers were not washing their hands after diaper changes. The caregivers were also not cleaning the infants hands either.
Corrected Corrected by May 6, 2022
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
746.2203(b) · Written Activity Plans - Plan Followed by Caregiver
This Minimum Standard was found to be out of compliance while reviewing video footage. The operation did not follow their activity plan when they had children watching television for 2.5 hours and had a toddler restricted in a high chair for 2.5 hours.
Corrected Corrected by May 6, 2022
Marked corrected in the state record.
746.2426 · Infant May Not Sleep in a Restrictive Device
This Standard was found to be out of compliance while reviewing video footage. Video shows that a child was left sleeping in a restrictive device.
Corrected Corrected by May 6, 2022
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
746.3505(e) · Diapering Procedures - Sanitizing Diaper Changing Area
While reviewing video footage it was found that caregivers were not sanitizing the diaper changing mat after use.
Corrected Corrected by May 6, 2022
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
746.2207(c)(3) · Screen Time Activities - Not Exceed One Hour Daily
While reviewing video footage it was found that the operation kept their television on for 2 and a half hours in the morning with children.
Corrected Corrected by May 6, 2022
Marked corrected in the state record.
746.3701(1) · Safety - Electrical Outlets Covered
An electrical outlet did not have a cover and a cover was found and put in during inspection.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 12, 2021
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
746.1309(e) · Documented Annual Training- Required Content
Four staff records were reviewed and all four need required training related to health and safety.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 10, 2021
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
746.2421(b) · Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days
Three infant feeding instructions were not up to date.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 3, 2021
Marked corrected in the state record.
Disposition: Deficiency Cited
This standard was reviewed in relation to the reported allegation and found to be deficient. Caregivers advised that children are strapped into high chairs while other tasks, such as diapering other children, are conducted.
Disposition: Deficiency Cited
During inspection, 2 infants were observed unstrapped in the high chair table.
Disposition: Deficiency Cited
Disposition: No Deficiencies Cited