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810 812 WEST AVE, San Antonio TX 78201 · License #1200546 · Licensed Center
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746.3407 · Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
The floors and two rugs in the school-aged classroom were observed to be dirty with dirt stains. The hallway floor leading to the outdoor play area was observed dirty with stains and the floor of the van used to transport children had trash and food debris on the floor of the van.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 16, 2026
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
Disposition: No Deficiencies Cited
Disposition: No Deficiencies Cited
At time of inspection, director and operations driver did not have updated transportation training certificate with exam attached to it.
Disposition: Deficiency Cited
At time of inspection, the school-aged classroom had a torn sofa. The floors in the operation were observed to be dirty with dirt stains. The floors in the infant room were observed with dirt stains while infants were crawling on them.
Disposition: Deficiency Cited
Disposition: No Deficiencies Cited
Disposition: No Deficiencies Cited
Disposition: No Deficiencies Cited
Generated from this facility's specific inspection record
Data synced from Texas HHSC Child Care Regulation on Jul 8, 2026 · Source records · Report an error
746.901(5) · Required Personnel Records - Required Affidavit (Form 2912)
One of five staff records reviewed did not have a pre-affidavit on file.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 15, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
746.613(b) · Immunization Records, Exceptions, and Exemptions Current
Three of six children's records reviewed did not have current immuizations in their file.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 22, 2025
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
746.901(4) · Required Personnel Records - Required Affidavit (Form 2985)
One of five staff records reviewed did not have a notarized affidavit on file.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 15, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
746.2401(6) · Basic Requirements for Infants - Free from Choking Objects That May Cause Choking in Infants or Toddlers
At time of inspection an infant was observed to be sleeping in crib wearing a bib.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 17, 2025
Marked corrected in the state record.
746.2909(1) · Arrangement of Napping Equipment - Not Blocking Entrances or Exits
At time of inspection, a school-aged child was seen sleeping in front of entrance/exit of class. This was corrected at inspection.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 17, 2025
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
746.1205(a)(2) · Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know number of children responsible for
At time of inspection, a toddler caregiver stated class had twelve children when they had nine.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 17, 2025
Marked corrected in the state record.
746.1605(1) · Child/Caregiver Ratio - 18 Months Difference in Age
At time of inspection two infants were observed to be in class with children 18 months older than the youngest.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 17, 2025
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
746.1316(a) · Transportation Safety Training -Director and Employee Complete 2 Hours Annually
At time of inspection, director did not have current transportation training.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 27, 2024
Category: transportation. Marked corrected in the state record.
746.1311(e) · Director Annual Training - Additional required topics
At time of inspection, operation director did not have the following annual training topics: Emergency preparedness, Preventing and controlling the spread of communicable diseases, including immunizations, Administering medication, Preventing and responding to emergencies due to food or an allergic reaction, and Handling, storing, and disposing of hazardous materials.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 10, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
746.1311(d) · Director Annual Training - Caring for children under 24 months
At time of inspection, operation director did not have annual required topics for children under 24 months: Recognizing and preventing shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma - Understanding and using safe sleep practices and preventing sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS) - Understanding early childhood brain development.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 13, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
746.3407(12) · Mark Cleaning Supplies, Toxic Materials; Keep Separate from Food and Inaccessible to Children
At time of inspection cleaning solutions were observed in the cabinet under childrens restroom at child's reach.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 6, 2024
Category: nutrition. Marked corrected in the state record.
746.3701(10) · Safety - Televisions Anchored to Prevent Tip Over
At time of inspection two televisions in school-aged classroom were observed to not be anchored.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 13, 2024
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
746.303(b) · Report Number of Employees
Corrected Corrected by Jan 23, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
746.1309(a) · Documented Annual Training Area - 24 Hours Required
At time of inspection, three staff files did not have completed annual training.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 26, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. 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, it was observed toddlers going to the office alone without caregiver.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 10, 2024
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
746.2401(6) · Basic Requirements for Infants - Free from Choking Objects That May Cause Choking in Infants or Toddlers
At time of inspection an infant was observed sleeping in a crib wearing a bib and pacifier lanyard. This was corrected at inspection.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 10, 2024
Marked corrected in the state record.
746.2805(10) · Prohibited Punishments - Using Inappropriate Long Period of Silence or Inactivity Including Requiring Child to Remain in a Restrictive Device
At time of inspection two toddlers were observed sitting in a highchair. This was corrected at inspection.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 10, 2024
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
746.1311(a) · Director Annual Training 30 Hours Required
At time of inspection directors file only had one hour out of thirty annual hours required.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 26, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. 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.
At time of inspection, one caregiver did not have current CPR/First Aid certification.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 9, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
746.3505(f) · Diapering Procedures-Soiled Diapers Kept in a Sanitary Manner
At time of inspection a diaper trash can did not have a lid cover in a classroom. This was corrected at inspection.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 11, 2023
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
746.3701 · Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
During inspection of transportation vehicle, it was observed broken glass pieces on van floor.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 5, 2023
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
746.1601 · Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
The infant classroom had 7 children with one caregiver and the SAG was 9mos. Therefore, the infant classroom was over ratio by 3 children. The director moved the oldest 3 children to another classroom making the infant room in ratio during inspection.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 13, 2022
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
746.303(b) · Report Number of Employees
A review of the Employees Who Left Employment in 2021 data from February 23, 2022, revealed that the center had not reported the number of employees who left employment in 2021 by February 22, 2022, as required.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 2, 2022
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.