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Poka Dots Day Care

503 SHILOH DR, Laredo TX 78045-6749 · License #1503518 · Licensed Center

Full Permit
Capacity 147 childrenAges 0 mo – 13 yrLast inspected Sep 5, 2025
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Director
Violeta Ramirez
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Address
503 SHILOH DR, Laredo TX 78045-6749 · Directions

Hours

Mon07:00 AM-07:00 PM
Tue07:00 AM-07:00 PM
Wed07:00 AM-07:00 PM
Thu07:00 AM-07:00 PM
Fri07:00 AM-07:00 PM
SatClosed
SunClosed

Care & schedule

When they operate

School Age CareMeals ProvidedAfter School CareSnacks ProvidedPart Time CareTransportation to/from SchoolField Trips

Ages served

InfantsToddlersPre-KSchool-age
  • Accepts child care subsidy
  • Licensed for 147 children
5
Violations, past 3 yrs
From inspections (not complaints)
4
High-risk violations
Serious / high-risk non-compliance
0
Substantiated complaints
Published by Texas HHSC
6
Inspections, past 3 yrs
Monitoring & assessments

How this facility compares

Violations per inspection, 3-yr
This facility
0.8
Texas average
0.8

Inspection history & violations

Source: Texas HHSC Child Care Regulation
Sep 5, 2025 — Inspection
1 violation cited · view state record
1 violation
  • Medium High

    746.5537(a)(3) · Electronic or Battery-Operated Carbon Monoxide Detector-Document Test Date, Battery Installation Date, and Staff Name Testing and Installation

    The carbon monoxide detector, smoke detectors, and fire extinguishers were inspected, but this information was not documented.

    Corrected by Sep 12, 2025

Oct 2, 2024 — Inspection
No violations cited · view state record
Clean
Sep 6, 2024 — Inspection
2 violations cited · view state record
2 violations
  • Medium High

    746.3501(6) · Diaper Changing Steps-Supplies Kept Out of Child's Reach

    Diaper changing supplies were under diaper changing tables in 4 classrooms. Doors were not locked.

    Corrected by Sep 9, 2024

  • Medium High

    746.1601 · Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children

    An infant classroom was observed to have one caregiver supervising 9 infants ranging from ages 12 months to 16 months. Classroom was out of child/caregiver ratio. One employee was observed stepping out of an infant classroom, leaving the classroom out of cihld/caregiver ratio. Classroom had 6 infants ranging from ages 12 months to 18 months with two caregivers. One employee was observed walking back to her classroom. Classroom had 1 caregiver supervising 18 two year old children. Classroom was left out of child/caregiver ratio.

    Corrected by Sep 6, 2024

Jul 11, 2024 — Inspection
No violations cited · view state record
Clean
May 31, 2024 — Inspection
No violations cited · view state record
Clean
Sep 29, 2023 — Inspection
2 violations cited · view state record
2 violations
  • Medium

    746.2206(1) · Written Activity Plan - Outdoor Play Opportunities

    Infant activity schedule did not include a time for outdoor play. Infants were observed watching an educational video on an ipad.

    Corrected by Nov 5, 2023

  • Medium High

    746.613(b) · Immunization Records, Exceptions, and Exemptions Current

    Ten children's files were reviewed. Two files were pending updated immunization records.

    Corrected by Oct 6, 2023

Mar 3, 2023 — Inspection
No violations cited · view state record
Clean
Feb 17, 2023 — Inspection
3 violations cited · view state record
3 violations
  • High

    746.3317(7) · Food Service and Preparation Requirement - No Foods That Present Choking Risk

    Toddlers were observed eating hot dogs. Hot dogs were not properly cut.

    Corrected by Feb 17, 2023

  • Medium High

    746.5535(a)(1) · Install CO Detection System-Electric or Battery Operated-on Every Level of Each Building

    Carbon monoxide detector was not available in newly added suite.

    Corrected by Feb 21, 2023

  • Medium High

    746.4311 · Outdoor Activity Space Accessible By Safe Route or get required approval of plan

    Outdoor activity plan for suite that is not adjacent to main building was not availble for review.

    Corrected by Feb 21, 2023

Oct 3, 2022 — Inspection
3 violations cited · view state record
3 violations
  • Medium High

    746.3401(a) · Annual Sanitation Inspection

    Environmental inspection was last conducted on 08/18/2021.

    Corrected by Oct 17, 2022

  • Medium High

    746.2405(2) · Infant Care Area Furnishings and Equipment - Crib for Each Non-walking Infant Younger Than 12 Months of Age

    Two non-walking infants were observed sleeping on mats during naptime.

    Corrected by Oct 5, 2022

  • Medium High

    746.613(b) · Immunization Records, Exceptions, and Exemptions Current

    Ten files were reviewed. Seven children were pending updated immunization records.

    Corrected by Oct 17, 2022

Oct 14, 2021 — Inspection
No violations cited · view state record
Clean
Oct 8, 2021 — Inspection
2 violations cited · view state record
2 violations
  • Medium High

    746.613(b) · Immunization Records, Exceptions, and Exemptions Current

    Ten children records were evaluated. Three records were pending immunization records.

    Corrected by Oct 29, 2021

  • High

    746.2415(b) · AP Cribs - Only Snug Fitting Sheet and Crib Mattress Cover Allowed if Infant Younger than 12 Months of Age

    Small stuffed animal with a small blanket attached to it was observed to be inside a 2 month old infants crib. Child was observed to be sleeping.

    Corrected by Oct 8, 2021

Questions to ask on your tour

Generated from this facility's specific inspection record

  1. 1The Sep 5, 2025 inspection noted: “The carbon monoxide detector, smoke detectors, and fire extinguishers were inspected, but this information was not documented.” — what has changed since then?
  2. 2The Sep 6, 2024 inspection noted: “Diaper changing supplies were under diaper changing tables in 4 classrooms. Doors were not locked.” — what has changed since then?
  3. 3The Sep 29, 2023 inspection noted: “Infant activity schedule did not include a time for outdoor play. Infants were observed watching an educational video on an ipad.” — what has changed since then?

Data synced from Texas HHSC Child Care Regulation · Source records · Report an error