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The Kindness Academy
9480 BRAUN RD, San Antonio TX 78254-6701 · License #1776886 · Licensed Center
Contact
- Director
- Jessica Rios-Romero
- Phone
- (210) 560-2235
- Website
- thekindnessacademysa.com
- Address
- 9480 BRAUN RD, San Antonio TX 78254-6701 · Directions
Hours
Care & schedule
When they operate
Ages served
- Does not accept child care subsidy
- Licensed for 120 children
How this facility compares
Violations per inspection, 3-yrInspection history & violations
Source: Texas HHSC Child Care Regulation- High
746.2401(6) · Basic Requirements for Infants - Free from Choking Objects That May Cause Choking in Infants or Toddlers
During the walkthrough, an infant was observed sleeping with a bib on. Note: The bib was removed immediately
Corrected by Mar 11, 2026
- High
746.1205(a)(2) · Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know number of children responsible for
At the time of inspection a caregiver stated there were seven children in care when there were eight. Note: This was corrected at inspection when the children were recounted
Corrected by Mar 11, 2026
- Medium High
746.2909(1) · Arrangement of Napping Equipment - Not Blocking Entrances or Exits
During the inspection, a child's nap mat was positioned in front of the emergency exit door. Note: This was corrected at inspection when the caregiver moved the mat away from the door.
Corrected by Mar 4, 2026
- Medium
746.501(a)(21) · Written Operational Policies - Procedure for Parent Review of Policies
The operational policies do not include procedures for parents to review a copy of the center's most recent licensing inspection report and how parents may access minimum standards online. This information was shared via email with the operation.
Corrected by Mar 13, 2026
- Medium
746.1309(a) · Documented Annual Training Area - 24 Hours Required
During the insepction, six out of ten staff training files were incomplete and did not have training in all required topics.
Corrected by Oct 2, 2025
- Medium High
746.5307(b) · Fire Extinguishers Serviced
During the inspection, the fire extinguishers in the operation were last serviced in May 2024.
Corrected by Oct 2, 2025
- Low
746.611(a)(1) · Required Health Statement - Written, dated within past year, indicates child is physically able to participate in operation's child-care program
During the inspection, four out of the ten children's files did not have a physician's statement.
Corrected by Oct 9, 2025
- Medium High
746.1315(b)(1) · CPR Training and Recertification Adhere to Guidelines-skill based
During the inspection, two caregivers did not have in-person CPR training portions and one caregiver did not have CPR training.
Corrected by Oct 2, 2025
- Medium High
746.3407(9) · Floors, ceilings and Walls in Good Repair and Clean
During the inspection, two cabinet doors were observed broken, posing a safety risk to the children in the class. Note: This was temporarilly corrected at inspection when the maintenance person installed safety locks on the cabinets to prevent the children from opening them.
Corrected by Sep 18, 2025
- High
746.3407(12) · Mark Cleaning Supplies, Toxic Materials; Keep Separate from Food and Inaccessible to Children
During the walkthrough, there was diaper cream accessible to children in an unlocked cabinet in two rooms. Note: This was corrected at inspection when the creams were moved to an inaccessible location.
Corrected by Sep 18, 2025
- Medium High
746.501(a)(7) · Written Operational Policies - Discipline
Operational polcies did not include information for discipline and guidance.
Corrected by Nov 20, 2024
- Medium
746.501(a)(10) · Written Operational Policies - Meals
The operational policies did not include information for meal services/practices.
Corrected by Nov 20, 2024
- Low
746.501(a)(25) · Written Operational Policies - Breastfeeding Provisions
The operational policies did not include information regarding provisions made for breastfeeding.
Corrected by Nov 20, 2024
- Medium High
746.3701 · Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
Licensed space was used like a storage area.
Corrected by Nov 20, 2024
- Medium
746.501(a)(18) · Written Operational Policies - Promotion of Physical Activity
The operational polcies did not include information regarding Promotion of indoor and outdoor physical activity.
Corrected by Nov 20, 2024
- Medium
746.501(a)(11) · Written Operational Policies - Immunizations
The operational policies did not include information regarding child immunization requirements.
Corrected by Nov 20, 2024
- Medium
746.501(a)(23) · Written Operational Policies - Procedures parents access minimum standards online, TX A/N hotline, and HHSC website
The operational policies did not include information for how parents could access CCR; website, minimum standards, or the Texas Abuse and Neglect hotline.
Corrected by Nov 20, 2024
- High
746.5617(a)(5) · Required Equipment in Vehicles - Fire Extinguisher
The fire extinguisher in the van used to transport children was placed in the cup holder, unsecured, and had not been approved by the local fire authority.
Corrected by Nov 15, 2024
- Medium High
746.2909(3) · Arrangement of Napping Equipment -Provides Sufficient Walking and Work Space
The cots in the rooms were placed too close together and did not allow walking space for caregivers or children.
Corrected by Nov 13, 2024
- Medium Low
746.303(b) · Report Number of Employees
The operation failed to report the number of employees that left their employment by the required January 15th due date.
Corrected by Jan 21, 2024
Questions to ask on your tour
Generated from this facility's specific inspection record
- 1The Mar 11, 2026 inspection noted: “During the walkthrough, an infant was observed sleeping with a bib on. Note: The bib was removed immediately” — what has changed since then?
- 2The Mar 4, 2026 inspection noted: “During the inspection, a child's nap mat was positioned in front of the emergency exit door. Note: This was corrected at inspection when the caregiver moved…” — what has changed since then?
- 3The Sep 18, 2025 inspection noted: “During the insepction, six out of ten staff training files were incomplete and did not have training in all required topics.” — what has changed since then?
Data synced from Texas HHSC Child Care Regulation · Source records · Report an error