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Home › TX › West Columbia › Kids Academy Learning Center
1416 S COLUMBIA DR, West Columbia TX 77486-3604 · License #1763113 · Center · Licensed Center
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746.2505(3) · Furnishings and Equipment for Toddlers - Items Accessible to Children
Follow up: 5/12/26: The toddler room does not have accessible toys for children to access independently.
Corrected Corrected by May 20, 2026
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
746.1315(b)(1) · CPR Training and Recertification Adhere to Guidelines-skill based
Two caregivers had CPR from an online course that did not include a hands on portion of the training.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 24, 2026
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
Based on a review of the video of the incident and my observation during the investigation inspection the operation does not have easily accessible toys for the children without adult intervention.
Disposition: Deficiency Cited
After reviewing the incident report, for this incident, it lacks the required details. The missing details are: date/time of attempted contacts, name of person attempting the contacts, and the name of the caregiver in charge at the time.
Disposition: Deficiency Cited
Based on the preponderance of information obtained during the investigation there is sufficient information to prove that older infants and toddlers are sitting in high chairs for more than 15 minutes outside of meal and activity times.
Disposition: Deficiency Cited
Based on the preponderance of information obtained during the investigation there is sufficient evidence to prove that highchairs are being used to restrain toddlers during time out.
Disposition: Deficiency Cited
Based on the information obtained during the investigation and a follow up inspection on 5/6/25 a caregiver was observed coming out of their classroom. Another caregiver was observed standing in the doorway supervising two classrooms. On 5/15/25, during another follow up inspection, it was observed that a caregiver was using two classrooms to care for children. This was cited on the 5/15 inspection report.
Disposition: Deficiency Cited
Based on the preponderance of information provided there is sufficient information to support that children are being patted on the bottom as a form of punishment.
Generated from this facility's specific inspection record
Data synced from Texas HHSC Child Care Regulation on Jul 10, 2026 · Source records · Report an error
746.3701 · Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
A large active ant bed was observed on the playground near the side walk in the back side of the building.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 7, 2025
Category: physical safety. 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
Based on an observation made during my follow up inspection on 5/15/25 a caregiver was using two classrooms to care for children.
Corrected Corrected by May 19, 2025
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
746.2911 · Adequate Lighting During Naptime
The nap room was pitch black and all the children in the room could not be seen.
Corrected Corrected by May 15, 2025
Marked corrected in the state record.
746.1203(3)(D) · Personal use of electronic devices, such as cell phones, MP3 players, tablets, and video games
The director was observed playing a game on her cell phone while supervising the children during nap time.
Corrected Corrected by May 15, 2025
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
Conditions on a caregiver's presents were not being followed during my arrival for the inspection. Note: The director went in the room with the caregiver to ensure conditions are being met.
Corrected Corrected by May 6, 2025
Category: background checks. Marked corrected in the state record.
746.3407 · Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
The bathroom in the purple room has fecal matter smeared on the toilet seat and inside the toilet bowl.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 29, 2025
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
746.603(a)(4) · Children's Records - Immunizations
An immunization record still has not been received for the child who did not have a copy in their file during the inspection.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 15, 2024
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
746.1315(b)(1) · CPR Training and Recertification Adhere to Guidelines-skill based
Current certificates for two staff members has still not been received for CPR that is not online based.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 18, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
746.1315(b)(1) · CPR Training and Recertification Adhere to Guidelines-skill based
Two staff members have online CPR certificates.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 1, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
746.603(a)(4) · Children's Records - Immunizations
One child's file does not have an immunization record in the file.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 25, 2024
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
746.201(1) · Policies Comply with Rules
The operational policies are missing the following: Instructions on how to access the minimum standards online, the abuse hot line, and the HHSC website. Preventing and responding to abuse and neglect details. Policy on whether or not the staff are required to be vaccinated. Whether or not the operation will keep an unassigned EPI pen.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 25, 2024
Marked corrected in the state record.
746.3407 · Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
Two ceiling tiles were falling in the green room. One ceiling tile was falling in the hallway in front of the restroom.
Corrected Corrected by May 3, 2024
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
746.605(11) · Required Admission Information - Physician Information
One file reviewed did not have the required doctor or hospital information.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 15, 2023
Marked corrected in the state record.
746.1011(a) · Director present-Minimum 75%
The director has only been present a maximum of 24 hours each week.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 15, 2023
Marked corrected in the state record.
746.605(10) · Required Admission Information - Water Activity Permission
All files observed did not have the required swimming documentation.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 15, 2023
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
746.605(13) · Required Admission Information - Special Needs Statement
All four files reviewed do not have the required special needs documentation.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 15, 2023
Marked corrected in the state record.
746.1003(5) · Director Responsibilities - Direct Care for No More Than 10 Hours
The caregiver is regularly scheduled for 16 plus hours.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 6, 2023
Marked corrected in the state record.
746.2911 · Adequate Lighting During Naptime
The nap room did not have adequate lighting and was too dark to even see the children. Note: The restroom light was turned on and gave a little bit more light. The importance of adequate lighting was explained.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 7, 2023
Marked corrected in the state record.
746.5317 · Installation of Smoke Detectors
The smoke detector in the purple room is beeping.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 9, 2023
Marked corrected in the state record.
746.5205(1) · Fire Drill Monthly - Exit in 3 Minutes
Fire drills have not been practiced yet.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 16, 2023
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
746.3407 · Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
The floor in the pink room is chipping in different places. The wall in the blue room is cracked and the paint is starting to peel. Note: Pictures were taken for the file.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 16, 2023
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
746.4305 · Fenced Outdoor Activity Space
The fence along the back side of the play area is not secured at the bottom and the fence can flex far enough to allow a child to climb under it. Note: Pictures were taken for the file.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 16, 2023
Marked corrected in the state record.
746.4901(a) · Active Play Surfacing In Use Zones - Loose Fill or Unitary Surfacing
Two climbing structures were observed on the playground that were not on loose fill. Note: Pictures were taken for the file.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 17, 2023
Marked corrected in the state record.
746.4305 · Fenced Outdoor Activity Space
Two areas of the fence had gaps in the base of the fence on the playground. The gaps are large enough for a small child to push the fence and get out. Note: Pictures were taken file.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 17, 2023
Marked corrected in the state record.
Disposition: Deficiency Cited