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Home › TX › Waco › Faith Academy Child Care
301 CHERRY ST, Waco TX 76704-2604 · License #1725399 · Center · Licensed Center
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746.401(11) · Required Postings-Licensing notices with instructions to post
The operation's permit renewal letter was not posted. This was corrected during the inspection when the letter was printed and posted next to the operation's license.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 2, 2026
Marked corrected in the state record.
746.901(4) · Required Personnel Records - Required Affidavit (Form 2985)
Out of six staff files reviewed, one caregiver did not have a notarized employment affidavit. This was corrected during the inspection when the caregiver completed the affidavit and got it notarized.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 2, 2026
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
746.1301(a)(5)(A) · Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - 24 Annual training
Out of six staff files reviewed, one caregiver was missing training in communicable diseases and immunizations. This was corrected during the inspection when the caregiver took the training.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 2, 2026
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
746.5617(a)(6) · Required Equipment in Vehicles - First-aid Kit
The first aid kit in one of the vans was missing a thermometer. This was corrected during the inspection when an extra thermometer from the center was added to the van's first aid kit.
Several cots had labels that had been pulled off by the children. This was corrected during the inspection when the cots were re-labeled with each child's name.
Disposition: Deficiency Cited
Disposition: No Deficiencies Cited
During the DFPS investigation, there was a mop bucket with water in it was accessible to children in the infant room.
Disposition: Deficiency Cited
During the DFPS investigation, there was sufficient evidence to show that a caregiver did not know the name of a child the caregiver was responsible for.
Disposition: Deficiency Cited
During the DFPS investigation, there was sufficient evidence to show that the operation was unable to provide children's sign-in and sign-out logs for March 5th when requested.
Disposition: Deficiency Cited
During the DFPS investigation, there was sufficient evidence to show that the operation was unable to provide attendance sheets for an employee when requested.
Disposition: Deficiency Cited
During the DFPS investigation, there was sufficient evidence to show that the children in a classroom were left unsupervised.
Disposition: Deficiency Cited
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Corrected Corrected by Jun 2, 2026
Category: transportation. Marked corrected in the state record.
746.2419(6) · Requirements for Feeding Infants - Label Bottles/Cups
Two of the infants' bottles were not labeled. This was corrected during the inspection when a caregiver labeled the bottles.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 2, 2026
Marked corrected in the state record.
746.1301(a)(2)(A) · Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Pre-Service Training
One caregiver who required pre-service had not received pre-service training on immunizations and preventing communicable diseases. This was corrected during the inspection when the caregiver took the training.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 2, 2026
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
746.5617(a)(2) · Required Equipment in Vehicles - Emergency Medical Information
Ten of the children who ride the van did not have their emergency medical treatment information in the van binder. This was corrected during the inspection when the required information was printed and placed in the van binder.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 2, 2026
Category: transportation. Marked corrected in the state record.
746.603(a) · Children's Records Maintained
Out of six children's files reviewed, one was missing a notarized immunization exemption affidavit and a health statement.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 12, 2026
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
A caregiver stepped out of a classroom to answer the door, leaving the children in the room briefly unsupervised. This was corrected during the inspection when the caregiver returned to the classroom.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 15, 2026
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
746.4003(a)(1) · First Aid Kit Incomplete - Gudie to first aid and emergency care
One of the first aid kits was missing a guide to first aid. This was corrected during the inspection when a copy of a first aid guide was made and placed in the first aid kit.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 10, 2025
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
746.2206(1)(B) · Written Activity Plan - Outdoor Play - 13 Months to Toddler and Pre K
The toddler and pre-k classes only had 50 minutes of outside time scheduled. This was corrected during the inspection when the class schedules were updated to allow each class 60 minutes of outside time.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 10, 2025
Marked corrected in the state record.
746.4813(a) · Measurement of Use Zone for Rotating and Rocking Equipment (Sitting)
The slides, rocking equipment, and seated merry-go-rounds on the playgrounds did not have sufficient use zones around them.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 14, 2026
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
746.603(a)(2) · Children's Records - Admission Information
Out of eight children's files reviewed, one was missing a physician's signature on the allergy emergency plan, one was missing school information and permission to ride the van from school, and one was missing healthcare information. During the inspection, the school information and permission to ride the van were completed by the child's mother.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 30, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
746.2431(5) · Infant Daily Report - Summary of Activities
One of the previous day's infant daily reports did not have the infant's mood, nap times, and summary of activities completed.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 17, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
745.635(3) · AP Background ck determination - If provisionally eligible w/conditions or eligible w/conditions you must restrict duties per conditions/restrictions
A caregiver who had conditions on their background check, including the condition of not being left alone with children, was left alone with children. This was corrected during the inspection when another teacher returned to the classroom.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 9, 2024
Category: background checks. Marked corrected in the state record.
746.1301(a)(5)(A) · Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - 24 Annual training
Out of eight staff files reviewed, one was missing nine hours of annual training and one was missing ten hours of annual training.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 23, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
746.1301(a)(3)(A) · Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Pediatric First Aid with Rescue Breathing
Out of eight staff files reviewed, one caregiver had expired first aid and CPR training.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 16, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
746.605(3) · Required Admission Information - Date of Admission
Out of the eight children's files reviewed, six were missing a date of admission.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 16, 2024
Marked corrected in the state record.
746.501(a)(12) · Written Operational Policies - Vision and Hearing Screening
The parent handbook was missing requirements for hearing and vision screenings.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 16, 2024
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
746.2203(a) · Written Activity Plans
The afterschool class did not have a a written activity plan.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 21, 2024
Marked corrected in the state record.
746.4601(6) · Safety Requirements for Active Play Equipment - Anchoring devices Below Level of Playing Surface
The bottom of a piece of play equipment had been pulled out of the ground, exposing the anchoring rebar and creating a tripping and injury hazard.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 21, 2024
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
746.3501(6) · Diaper Changing Steps-Supplies Kept Out of Child's Reach
There was a tub of diaper cream left within the reach of children. This was corrected during the inspection when the diaper cream was moved out of the reach of children.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 14, 2024
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
746.2409(a)(2) · Safety Requirements for Cribs - Snug Fitting Sheets
Several of the cribs in the infant room had sheets that were not snug-fitting on the crib mattresses.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 24, 2024
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
746.801(10) · Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Safety Documentation for Emergency Drills, Fire Extinguishers, & Smoke Detectors
The operation's drill log showed that tests in January and February had not been recorded for the carbon monoxide detector, smoke detector, and fire extinguisher. This was corrected at inspection as tests in March had been completed and recorded.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 17, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
746.5617(a)(6) · Required Equipment in Vehicles - First-aid Kit
The vehicle used for transportation did not have a first aid kit inside.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 19, 2024
Category: transportation. Marked corrected in the state record.
746.201(1) · Policies Comply with Rules
The parent handbook did not include the benefits of physical activity, criteria for when extreme weather will prohibit outdoor play, a plan for physical activity to occur indoors when weather prohibits going outside, procedures for inclusive services to special needs children and the center's policy on employee vaccinations.
Corrected Corrected by May 3, 2024
Marked corrected in the state record.
746.3701 · Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
There was an ant hill with live ants present on one of the playgrounds. This was corrected during the inspection when maintenance was called to spray and bury the ant hill.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 17, 2024
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
746.1301(a)(5)(A) · Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - 24 Annual training
Out of the five staff files reviewed, none of the caregivers who work in the infant room had training in SIDS, shaken baby syndrome, and early childhood brain development; three did not have training in abuse and neglect, communicable diseases, adminstering medication, understanding building and physical premises safety, and handling hazardous materials; and two did not have training in preventing food allergy reactions.
Corrected Corrected by May 31, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
746.2419(8) · Requirements for Feeding Infants - Other Use of Handwashing Sink
The handwashing sink in the infant room was being used for cleaning spoons used to feed the infants. This was corrected when the caregivers were told that the handwashing sink could not be used for that purpose and that dirty utensils needed to be sent to the kitchen to be cleaned.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 17, 2024
Marked corrected in the state record.
746.4907(d) · Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Proper Depth Maintained
The rubber mulch material at the end of the slide had been pushed out of place. This was corrected during the inspection when more rubber mulch was put down.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 17, 2024
Marked corrected in the state record.
746.901 · Required Personnel Records
Out of the five staff files reviewed, none had a start date recorded, one did not have proof of education on file, one did not have a background check letter on file, and two did not have a statement saying they attended orientation including an overview of the operation's policy on abuse and neglect.
Corrected Corrected by May 1, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
746.4135(b) · Children's Products- Annual Certification
The operation did not have a children's product recall form certifying that the recall list had been reviewed. This was corrected during the inspection when the owner signed the form verifying that she had reviewed the recalled products list.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 17, 2024
Marked corrected in the state record.
746.5207(b) · Emergency Evacuation and Relocation Diagram - Posted in Each Room
The pre-k room did not have an evacuation and relocation diagram posted. This was corrected during the inspection when the owner printed a new evacuation diagram and posted it in the room.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 17, 2024
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
746.603(a) · Children's Records Maintained
Out of the eight children's records reviewed, one did not have completed healthcare information, three needed updated immunization records, and one was missing an admission date.
Corrected Corrected by May 3, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
746.401(9) · Posting Requirements - List entitled "Current Employees"--sized at least 81/2 X 11 inches, printed legibly, include employee first and last name
The operation did not have a currently list of employees posted. This was corrected during the inspection when the owner printed and posted a current list of employees.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 17, 2024
Marked corrected in the state record.
746.5625(a) · Electronic Child Safety Alarm - is equipped in each vehicle
The operation had obtained a new vehicle for transportation, which did not have an electronic safety alarm installed.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 24, 2024
Category: transportation. Marked corrected in the state record.
746.2403(4) · Infant Care Area - Crib Placement
During the inspection the cribs were observed side by side with no space in between. Infants were observed touching each other inside the cribs. This was corrected during the inspection by the cribs being spaced apart.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 25, 2022
Marked corrected in the state record.
746.611(b) · Health Statement on File within 1 Week of Admission
Five of the ten children files evaluated were missing a health statement.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 5, 2022
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
746.1601 · Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
During the inspection two caregivers were in the care of eleven infants ages 4-18 months old. This was corrected during the inspection by the 18 month old being moved to the toddler classroom.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 25, 2022
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
746.5101(a) · Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
The last documented fire marshall inspection was completed in June 2021.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 12, 2022
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
746.1601 · Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
During the inspection one caregiver was observed with 14 children ages 18-23 months old on the playground. This was corrected by a second cargiver coming to the playground.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 13, 2022
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
746.3701 · Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
Duirng the inspection the baseboard in a classroom was observed coming hanging from the wall and accessible to children in care.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 10, 2021
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
746.3417(3) · Children Handwashing After Toileting or Diapering
During the inspection one infant and one toddler hands were not washed after having their diaper changed. This was corrected during the inspection by the caregivers.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 6, 2021
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
746.2407 · Infant Care Area Furnishings and Equipment -Use of Safety Straps
Observed two infants in chairs without the straps being utilized. This was corrected during the inspection by the infants being removed from the chairs without straps.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 4, 2021
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
It was found that the two caregivers supervising the children in care walked out the classroom leaving children inside the classroom unsupervised
Disposition: Deficiency Cited
It was found that a caregiver changed multiple diapers without washing hands after each diaper change.
Disposition: Deficiency Cited
It was found that a caregiver was using a cellphone while supervising children in care
Disposition: Deficiency Cited
It was found that a caregiver changed multiple diapers without washing hands after each diaper change.
Disposition: Deficiency Cited
Disposition: No Deficiencies Cited