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Learn and Laugh Preschool
11715 FM 2244, Austin TX 78738-6315 · License #1684227 · Licensed Center
Contact
- Director
- Latasha Fowler
- Phone
- (512) 294-2520
- Address
- 11715 FM 2244, Austin TX 78738-6315 · Directions
Hours
Care & schedule
When they operate
Ages served
- Accepts child care subsidy
- Licensed for 43 children
How this facility compares
Violations per inspection, 3-yrInspection history & violations
Source: Texas HHSC Child Care Regulation- Medium High
746.1613(a)(5) · Naptime Child/Caregiver Ratio - Additional Employees Required
An additional person was not in the building during nap time.
Corrected by Apr 2, 2026
- Medium High
746.3407(9) · Floors, ceilings and Walls in Good Repair and Clean
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.
Corrected by Apr 3, 2026
- Medium
745.651(1) · Background Check Validation - You must inactivate a subject who is no longer associated with your operation within 7 days of leaving
One employee was observed to have an active background check after seperating from the operation.
Corrected by Apr 2, 2026
- Medium High
746.4907(d) · Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Proper Depth Maintained
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.
Corrected by Dec 15, 2025
- High
746.3407(12) · Mark Cleaning Supplies, Toxic Materials; Keep Separate from Food and Inaccessible to Children
Sanitizing equipment was within the child's reach in the infant room.
Corrected by Aug 15, 2025
- Medium High
746.4907(d) · Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Proper Depth Maintained
The loose fill on the playground was observed to be less than 1 inch in front of the large slide.
Corrected by Aug 29, 2025
- Medium High
746.3401(a) · Annual Sanitation Inspection
The annual Health inspection has not been completed since April.
Corrected by Aug 29, 2025
- Medium
746.603(a) · Children's Records Maintained
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.
Corrected by Aug 29, 2025
- Medium
746.4003(a) · First Aid Kit - Incomplete Kit
The first aid kit was missing tweezers and thermometer.
Corrected by Aug 22, 2025
- Medium
746.1701 · Child/Caregiver Ratio - 12 or Fewer Children
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.
Corrected by Aug 15, 2025
- Medium High
746.3407 · Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
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.
Corrected by Aug 15, 2025
- High
746.3701(9) · Safety - Bodies of Water Inaccessible to Children
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.
Corrected by Aug 15, 2025
- Medium High
746.3701(5) · Safety - Play Materials and Equipment Safe
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.
Corrected by Dec 13, 2024
- High
746.2415(b) · AP Cribs - Only Snug Fitting Sheet and Crib Mattress Cover Allowed if Infant Younger than 12 Months of Age
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.
Corrected by Dec 13, 2024
- Medium
746.203(2) · Liability Insurance Requirements - Provide Proof of Coverage Annually by Anniversary Date of Issuance
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.
Corrected by Nov 1, 2024
- Medium High
746.1315(a) · Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric first aid with rescue breathing and choking.
Neither the director nor the caregiver had CPR and First Aid certification for review.
Corrected by Sep 27, 2024
- Medium High
746.4751(a) · Maintenance Procedures for Active Play - Inspect Daily
There were many tripping hazards present in both play areas.
Corrected by Sep 27, 2024
- Medium
746.203(2) · Liability Insurance Requirements - Provide Proof of Coverage Annually by Anniversary Date of Issuance
There were no active liability insurance policy available for review. The most recent policy expired on 1/31/2024.
Corrected by Sep 27, 2024
- Medium High
746.5205(1) · Fire Drill Monthly - Exit in 3 Minutes
There were no fire drills log avaiable for review.
Corrected by Sep 27, 2024
- Medium High
746.3407(10) · Center Heated, Lighted and Ventilated Properly
The illumination within the initial classroom appears to be malfunctioning and requires immediate attention.
Corrected by Oct 4, 2024
- Medium High
746.3407(9) · Floors, ceilings and Walls in Good Repair and Clean
There were several walls and equipment that needed cleaning or replacing. There were dead crickets throughout the building.
Corrected by Oct 6, 2023
- Medium High
746.1301(a)(2)(A) · Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Pre-Service Training
Trainings were not available during the inspection.
Corrected by Oct 6, 2023
- Medium High
746.4751(c) · Maintenance Procedures for Active Play - Hazards Removed or Repaired
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.
Corrected by Sep 22, 2023
- Medium Low
746.901(4) · Required Personnel Records - Required Affidavit
1 out of 4 staff was missing a notarized affidavit.
Corrected by Oct 28, 2022
- High
746.613(a) · Required Immunizations
1 out of 4 children were missing some shots.
Corrected by Nov 4, 2022
- Medium High
746.3407 · Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
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.
Corrected by Mar 24, 2022
- Medium High
746.1605 · Child/Caregiver Ratio - 18 Months Difference in Age
An 8 mo old child was combined in a room with a 3 year old child (exceeding 18 mo age gap).
Corrected by Dec 15, 2021
- Medium High
746.2405(2) · Infant Care Area Furnishings and Equipment - Crib for Each Non-walking Infant Younger Than 12 Months of Age
An 8 mo old, non walking infant was in a classroom (during naptime) without a crib for sleeping.
Corrected by Dec 15, 2021
- Medium High
746.1609 · Maximum Group Size 13 or More Children
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.
Corrected by Dec 15, 2021
- High
746.1203(4) · Responsibilities of Caregivers- Supervision of Children
During an inspection, children were observed unsupervised during several incidents.
Corrected by Dec 15, 2021
- Medium High
746.3407(8) · Garbage Inaccessible to Children; Maintained in Sanitary Manner
A garbage can was observed to be full of garbage without a lid, and accessible to children.
Corrected by Dec 15, 2021
- Medium
746.901 · Required Personnel Records
1 out of 4 staff files were not available for review.
Corrected by Jan 15, 2022
- High
746.2426 · Infant May Not Sleep in a Restrictive Device
A child was observed sleeping in a bouncy seat. This was corrected when the child was removed from the seat.
Corrected by Dec 15, 2021
Questions to ask on your tour
Generated from this facility's specific inspection record
- 1The Apr 1, 2026 inspection noted: “An additional person was not in the building during nap time.” — what has changed since then?
- 2The Sep 3, 2025 inspection noted: “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.” — what has changed since then?
- 3The Aug 15, 2025 inspection noted: “Sanitizing equipment was within the child's reach in the infant room.” — what has changed since then?
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