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First Protestant School

205 S CASTELL AVE, New Braunfels TX 78130 · License #1690392 · Licensed Center

Full Permit
Capacity 251 childrenAges 0 mo – 13 yrLast inspected May 18, 2026
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Contact

Director
Debra Caraway
Address
205 S CASTELL AVE, New Braunfels TX 78130 · Directions

Hours

Mon07:00 AM-06:00 PM
Tue07:00 AM-06:00 PM
Wed07:00 AM-06:00 PM
Thu07:00 AM-06:00 PM
Fri07:00 AM-06:00 PM
SatClosed
SunClosed

Care & schedule

When they operate

School Age CareMeals ProvidedAfter School CareSnacks ProvidedDrop-In CareTransportation to/from SchoolField Trips

Ages served

InfantsToddlersPre-KSchool-age
  • Does not accept child care subsidy
  • Licensed for 251 children
14
Violations, past 3 yrs
From inspections (not complaints)
11
High-risk violations
Serious / high-risk non-compliance
0
Substantiated complaints
Published by Texas HHSC
20
Inspections, past 3 yrs
Monitoring & assessments

How this facility compares

Violations per inspection, 3-yr
This facility
0.7
Texas average
0.8

Inspection history & violations

Source: Texas HHSC Child Care Regulation
May 18, 2026 — Inspection
No violations cited · view state record
Clean
Apr 16, 2026 — Inspection
1 violation cited · view state record
1 violation
  • Medium

    746.2207(c)(4) · Screen Time Activities - Not Used During Eating or Rest Times

    The 4 year old room was observed with the tv on during lunchtime. It is unknown how long the tv was on before entering the room. This was corrected when the teacher turned the tv off.

    Corrected by Apr 16, 2026

Mar 18, 2026 — Inspection
No violations cited · view state record
Clean
Mar 6, 2026 — Inspection
1 violation cited · view state record
1 violation
  • High

    746.2401(6) · Basic Requirements for Infants - Free from Choking Objects That May Cause Choking in Infants or Toddlers

    An eleven month old infant was in the crib wearing a bib.

    Corrected by Mar 6, 2026

Jan 5, 2026 — Inspection
3 violations cited · view state record
3 violations
  • Medium High

    746.2419(6) · Requirements for Feeding Infants - Label Bottles/Cups

    Several bottles were observed with the first name and no last initial. This was corrected when the bottles were labeled correctly.

    Corrected by Jan 5, 2026

  • Medium High

    746.5205(1) · Fire Drill Monthly - Exit in 3 Minutes

    A fire drill was not conducted for the months of November and December.

    Corrected by Jan 5, 2026

  • Medium High

    746.2407 · Infant Care Area Furnishings and Equipment -Use of Safety Straps

    Two children were not buckled in during lunch time due to the bucket seats not having any seatbelts. This was corrected when a new seatbelt was found and another one ordered and the bucket seats removed until the seatbelts get put on.

    Corrected by Jan 5, 2026

Sep 22, 2025 — Inspection
No violations cited · view state record
Clean
Jul 31, 2025 — Inspection
No violations cited · view state record
Clean
Jul 8, 2025 — Inspection
2 violations cited · view state record
2 violations
  • Medium High

    746.3407(9) · Floors, ceilings and Walls in Good Repair and Clean

    Several rooms had peeling paint on the wall exposed to children.

    Corrected by Jul 8, 2025

  • Medium High

    746.3407 · Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment

    A plastic container in a 4-year-old room that holds toys was damaged, leaving rough edges that could pose a risk to children. This was corrected when the container was replaced. Rain gutters with sharp edges located on the playground were exposed to children.

    Corrected by Jul 8, 2025

Jun 26, 2025 — Inspection
No violations cited · view state record
Clean
May 21, 2025 — Inspection
No violations cited · view state record
Clean
May 16, 2025 — Inspection
No violations cited · view state record
Clean
May 8, 2025 — Inspection
No violations cited · view state record
Clean
Apr 1, 2025 — Inspection
No violations cited · view state record
Clean
Mar 10, 2025 — Inspection
No violations cited · view state record
Clean
Feb 10, 2025 — Inspection
No violations cited · view state record
Clean
Jan 22, 2025 — Inspection
3 violations cited · view state record
3 violations
  • Medium

    746.3809 · Medication No Longer Used

    Two children's medication was found to be expired. This was corrected when the medication was set aside to return to parents at pick-up time. This was corrected when they were removed by the director to return to parents.

    Corrected by Jan 22, 2025

  • Medium

    746.4751(b) · Maintenance Procedures for Active Play - Monthly Maintenance Checklist

    The monthly maintenance checklist was last recorded in May.

    Corrected by Jan 22, 2025

  • Medium High

    746.3701 · Safety - Areas Free From Hazards

    Several purses were observed in rooms that were accessible to children. This was CORRECTED when the purses were placed in a locked cabinet or up high.

    Corrected by Jan 22, 2025

Oct 21, 2024 — Inspection
1 violation cited · view state record
1 violation
  • Medium High

    746.5401 · Requirement of Gas Leak Inspection

    The gas leak test was due in March 2024, and the last one was conducted on March 6, 2022.

    Corrected by Oct 21, 2024

Jul 18, 2024 — Assessment
1 violation cited · view state record
1 violation
  • High

    745.641 · AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation

    A staff was hired in March of 2023 and has been working in the operation without receiving the eligibility notification from the background check unit.

    Corrected by Jul 18, 2024

Jun 24, 2024 — Inspection
No violations cited · view state record
Clean
Feb 7, 2024 — Inspection
2 violations cited · view state record
2 violations
  • Medium High

    746.4751(a) · Maintenance Procedures for Active Play - Inspect Daily

    The daily buildings and grounds checklist was not available for review.

    Corrected by Feb 7, 2024

  • Medium High

    746.605(13) · Required Admission Information - Special Needs Statement

    Three out of ten children were missing a special needs statement. This was corrected when the director updated the form.

    Corrected by Feb 7, 2024

Questions to ask on your tour

Generated from this facility's specific inspection record

  1. 1The Apr 16, 2026 inspection noted: “The 4 year old room was observed with the tv on during lunchtime. It is unknown how long the tv was on before entering the room. This was corrected when the t…” — what has changed since then?
  2. 2The Mar 6, 2026 inspection noted: “An eleven month old infant was in the crib wearing a bib.” — what has changed since then?
  3. 3The Jan 5, 2026 inspection noted: “Several bottles were observed with the first name and no last initial. This was corrected when the bottles were labeled correctly.” — what has changed since then?

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