Home › TX › Killeen › The Nurturing Nest Child Development Center
The Nurturing Nest Child Development Center
1535 W STAN SCHLUETER LOOP, Killeen TX 76549-3679 · License #1738705 · Licensed Center
Contact
- Director
- Madelyn Sunstein
- Phone
- (254) 432-4999
- Website
- Add via profile claim
- Address
- 1535 W STAN SCHLUETER LOOP, Killeen TX 76549-3679 · Directions
Hours
Care & schedule
When they operate
Ages served
- Accepts child care subsidy
- Licensed for 134 children
How this facility compares
Violations per inspection, 3-yrInspection history & violations
Source: Texas HHSC Child Care Regulation- Medium High
746.3503(a) · Diaper Changing Equipment - Smooth, Non-absorbent, Easy to Clean Surface
The diaper changing mat in the toddler room was observed with rips and tares. This was corrected at the inspection when the director replaced the mat with a new one.
Corrected by Feb 18, 2026
- Medium High
746.3417(3) · Children Handwashing After Toileting or Diapering
The caregiver did not wash the child's hands after changing the child's diaper. This was corrected at the inspection when the caregiver was observed doing diaper changes and washing the children hands.
Corrected by Feb 18, 2026
- Medium High
746.2409(a)(1) · Safety Requirements for Cribs - Snug Fitting, Firm, Flat Mattress Designed for Use in Crib
4 cribs were observed with mattresses that did not fit firmly against the crib. This was corrected during the inspection when the caregiver changed the sheets on the mattresses to allow for a firm fit.
Corrected by Oct 16, 2024
- Medium
746.2207(c)(4) · Screen Time Activities - Not Used During Eating or Rest Times
A caregiver was observed with screen time activities during a rest period. This was corrected when the caregiver turned the screen off.
Corrected by Jul 8, 2024
- Medium High
746.3415(4) · Employee Handwashing After Diapering a Child
One caregiver were observed not washing hands after diapering a child, and anther after placing hands inside a garbage can. This was corrected when the caregiver washed their hands and that of the child.
Corrected by Jul 8, 2024
- Medium High
746.3501(6) · Diaper Changing Steps-Supplies Kept Out of Child's Reach
There were diaper creams stored in an unlocked cabinet underneath the diaper changing station where children could reach them. This was corrected during the inspection when the creams were moved to a cabinet out of the reach of children.
Corrected by Apr 2, 2024
- Medium High
746.2409(a)(1) · Safety Requirements for Cribs - Snug Fitting, Firm, Flat Mattress Designed for Use in Crib
During the walk-through cribs were observed with loose fitted sheets and mattresses that were smaller than the manufacturer's design. The sheets and mattresses were adjusted to fit the cribs.
Corrected by Jul 10, 2023
- Medium
746.4503(c) · Napping Floor Mats Marked with Sleeping Side Distinguished
Children were observed sleeping on the floor and on torn sponge mats with blankets.
Corrected by Jul 10, 2023
- Medium
746.2207(c)(1) · Screen Time Activities - Related to Planned Activities
Children were observed watching television and cell phone screens during a designated nap or rest period.
Corrected by Jul 10, 2023
- High
745.635(3) · AP Background ck determination - If provisionally eligible w/conditions or eligible w/conditions you must restrict duties per conditions/restrictions
During the walk through, the operation was not following the conditions of the CBCU with regards to background checks.
Corrected by Jul 10, 2023
- Medium High
746.3407 · Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
During the walk through, toilets in the classrooms had not been flushed. The porcelain backing of the toilet was laid across a shelf and accessible to the children posing a potential risk. This was corrected at inspection when the toilets were flushed and the porcelain back was place on the toilet.
Corrected by Jul 10, 2023
- Medium
746.2207(c)(4) · Screen Time Activities - Not Used During Eating or Rest Times
During the insepction children were observed watching televsion while other chidlren were allowed to nap.
Corrected by Aug 19, 2022
- Medium High
746.3701(1) · Safety - Electrical Outlets Covered
There was an outlet that was uncovered and accessible to children in an infant classroom and a toddler classroom. This was corrected at inspection when both outlets were covered using a safety cover.
Corrected by Jun 9, 2022
- Medium High
746.2909(3) · Arrangement of Napping Equipment -Provides Sufficient Walking and Work Space
Children in the toddler classroom were observed napping in one corner of the room where all of their mats or cots were touching and combined resulting in no walk space between the children. This was corrected at inspection when children were separated to allow for adequate spacing.
Corrected by Jun 9, 2022
Questions to ask on your tour
Generated from this facility's specific inspection record
- 1The Feb 18, 2026 inspection noted: “The diaper changing mat in the toddler room was observed with rips and tares. This was corrected at the inspection when the director replaced the mat with a…” — what has changed since then?
- 2The Oct 16, 2024 inspection noted: “4 cribs were observed with mattresses that did not fit firmly against the crib. This was corrected during the inspection when the caregiver changed the sheets o…” — what has changed since then?
- 3The Jul 8, 2024 inspection noted: “A caregiver was observed with screen time activities during a rest period. This was corrected when the caregiver turned the screen off.” — what has changed since then?
Data synced from Texas HHSC Child Care Regulation · Source records · Report an error