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Kidz First Learning Academy

1600 ROCKY RIDGE RD, Athens, TX 75751-5418

Operation number:
1649832
Type:
Licensed Center
Status:
Active (Y)
Records checked:
August 22, 2026
Additional info
Source:
Texas Health and Human Services Child Care Regulation
County:
Henderson
Capacity:
115
License effective:
December 5, 2017
Hours:
05:30 AM-06:00 PM
Days:
Mon,Tue,Wed,Thu,Fri
Phone:
9032925132
Email:
kidz1922@yahoo.com
Website:
Not listed

Inspection snapshot

Questions worth asking

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Next: Review the inspection history below and ask the provider what the records mean and what changed afterward.

Summary

This summary covers 39 available inspections for Kidz First Learning Academy from November 12, 2021 through February 17, 2026.

17 inspections recorded violations, with 54 recorded violations in total.

The most recent higher-concern violation was on February 17, 2026 and involved facility condition.

Staff training was a higher-concern topic that showed up in eight inspections.

The available reports do not include a later inspection with no recorded violations after that violation.

At a glance

Total inspections
39

5 in last 12 months

Recorded violations
54

7 in last 12 months

Higher-concern violations
38

5 in last 12 months

Repeated topics
2

Last 36 months

Local comparison

39 total inspections vs 17 local median in Henderson County

Compared to 22 local facilities

Recorded violations per inspection

This provider
1.38
Local median
0.42

Inspections with higher-concern violations

This provider
41%
Local median
16%

Inspections with recorded violations

This provider
44%
Local median
25%

Repeated topics

This provider
2
Local average
0.68

Repeated topics

Topics that appeared in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. They may reveal a pattern worth examining.

Inspection history

Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.

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Medium concern: Recordkeeping
Report finding
The operation was not able to provide the operational policies for review.
Correction deadline
February 27, 2026
Correction status
Correction evaluated March 9, 2026
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.501(a)(1) - Written Operational Policies - Operating Times
Official code
746.501(a)(1)
Higher concern: Staff training
Report finding
The director did not have current CPR training.
Correction deadline
March 20, 2026
Correction status
Correction evaluated March 9, 2026
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.1315(b) - Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric CPR
Official code
746.1315(b)
Higher concern: Facility condition
Report finding
While serving morning snack, it was observed that the food was being placed directly on the table and not on a plate, napkin, or other sanitary manner. This was corrected when the caregivers gave each child a napkin to place their food on.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.3317(6) - Food Service and Preparation Requirement - Use Sanitary Holders
Official code
746.3317(6)
Higher concern: Health or food records
Report finding
While reviewing immunization records, 1 child did not have an immunization record in their file.
Correction deadline
March 6, 2026
Correction status
Correction evaluated March 9, 2026
More details
Official Texas risk level
High
Report section
746.613(a) - Required Immunizations
Official code
746.613(a)
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Higher concern: Transportation
Report finding
This standard was reviewed during an investigation and found deficient. There is evidence to support that multiple children are being buckled in the same seatbelt.
Correction deadline
December 10, 2025
Correction status
Correction evaluated January 6, 2026
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.5613 - One Seat Belt Per Person
Official code
746.5613
Higher concern: Transportation
Report finding
This standard was reviewed during an investigation and found deficient. There is evidence to support that young children are being placed in the front seat during transportation to the operation.
Correction deadline
December 10, 2025
Correction status
Correction evaluated January 6, 2026
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.5607(d) - Child Passenger Safety Seat System - Child 12 Years and Younger Must Not Ride in Front Seat
Official code
746.5607(d)
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Low concern: Health or food records
Report finding
While reviewing files, 9 children files did not have a health statement.
Correction deadline
October 14, 2025
Correction status
Correction evaluated October 20, 2025
More details
Official Texas risk level
Low
Report section
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
Official code
746.611(a)(1)
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Higher concern: Supervision
Report finding
While doing a walk through of the operation, a caregiver walked off the playground to go potty leaving a group of children unsupervised. This was corrected when the director stepped outside with the children.
Correction deadline
March 25, 2025
Correction status
Correction evaluated April 9, 2025
More details
Official Texas risk level
High
Report section
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
Official code
746.1205(a)(4)
Higher concern: Staff training
Report finding
While reviewing personnel files, 2 caregivers did not have current CPR/First Aid training.
Correction deadline
April 25, 2025
Correction status
Correction evaluated April 9, 2025
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.1315(a) - Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric first aid with rescue breathing and choking.
Official code
746.1315(a)
Medium concern: Administrative posting
Report finding
The operation did not have the licenses posted.
Correction deadline
April 4, 2025
Correction status
Correction evaluated April 9, 2025
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.401(1) - Posting Requirements - License
Official code
746.401(1)
Higher concern: Staff-to-child ratio
Report finding
While doing a walk through, one caregiver was supervising 14 children aged 12 months-2 on the playground. This was corrected when a second caregiver joined the caregiver on the playground.
Correction deadline
March 25, 2025
Correction status
Correction evaluated April 9, 2025
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
Official code
746.1601
Higher concern: Health or food records
Report finding
While reviewing children's files for the HASA, 2 children did not have updated immunizations.
Correction deadline
April 11, 2025
Correction status
Correction evaluated April 7, 2025
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.613(b) - Immunization Records, Exceptions, and Exemptions Current
Official code
746.613(b)
Higher concern: Staff training
Report finding
While reviewing the director's file, there were only 17 of the required 30 hours availbale for review.
Correction deadline
August 8, 2024
Correction status
Correction evaluated August 23, 2024
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.1301(a)(6)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - 30 Annual Training
Official code
746.1301(a)(6)(A)
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Higher concern: Sleep safety
Report finding
A crib sheet was observed to be loose fitting and bundled up when an infant was sleeping. This was discussed with the caregivers and corrected at inspection.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.2409(a)(1) - Safety Requirements for Cribs - Snug Fitting, Firm, Flat Mattress Designed for Use in Crib
Official code
746.2409(a)(1)
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Medium concern: Individual needs and accommodations
Report finding
During inspection it was observed that the children were eating their breakfast upon arrival and watching television.
Correction deadline
August 16, 2023
Correction status
Correction evaluated September 7, 2023
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.2207(c)(4) - Screen Time Activities - Not Used During Eating or Rest Times
Official code
746.2207(c)(4)
Medium concern: Individual needs and accommodations
Report finding
There were no activity plans posted in the classrooms.
Correction deadline
August 23, 2023
Correction status
Correction evaluated September 7, 2023
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.2203(a) - Written Activity Plans
Official code
746.2203(a)
Higher concern: Staff training
Report finding
The HASA was conducted and one caregiver had an expired CPR and First Aid certification.
Correction deadline
August 30, 2023
Correction status
Correction evaluated September 1, 2023
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.1315(a) - Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric first aid with rescue breathing and choking.
Official code
746.1315(a)
Medium concern: Recordkeeping
Report finding
The HASA was conducted and the grounds checklist has not been conducted in the last 3 months.
Correction deadline
August 23, 2023
Correction status
Correction evaluated September 7, 2023
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.4751(b) - Maintenance Procedures for Active Play - Monthly Maintenance Checklist
Official code
746.4751(b)
Higher concern: Facility condition
Report finding
A piece of equipment that bounces did not have the proper depth of loose fill around and under it as required.
Correction deadline
August 30, 2023
Correction status
Correction evaluated September 7, 2023
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.4901(a) - Active Play Surfacing In Use Zones - Loose Fill or Unitary Surfacing
Official code
746.4901(a)
Higher concern: Hazardous access
Report finding
During inspection there was a container of lysol wipes and hand sanitizer on the shelf within the reach of the children.
Correction deadline
August 16, 2023
Correction status
Correction evaluated September 7, 2023
More details
Official Texas risk level
High
Report section
746.3407(12) - Mark Cleaning Supplies, Toxic Materials; Keep Separate from Food and Inaccessible to Children
Official code
746.3407(12)
Higher concern: Supervision
Report finding
During inspection a caregiver walked out of the breakfast area leaving 4 children alone to switch places with a caregiver outside.
Correction deadline
August 16, 2023
Correction status
Correction evaluated September 7, 2023
More details
Official Texas risk level
High
Report section
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
Official code
746.1205(a)(4)
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Higher concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
During follow up inspection, 1 infant was observed unbuckled in the highchair table.
Correction deadline
February 16, 2023
Correction status
Correction evaluated February 23, 2023
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.2407 - Infant Care Area Furnishings and Equipment -Use of Safety Straps
Official code
746.2407
Higher concern: Sleep safety
Report finding
During follow up inspection, 1 infant was observed in a restrictive device for 50 minutes.
Correction deadline
February 16, 2023
Correction status
Correction evaluated February 23, 2023
More details
Official Texas risk level
High
Report section
746.2417(2)(B) - Activities for Infants - Not in Restrictive Device for more than 15 Minutes
Official code
746.2417(2)(B)
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Higher concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
During POA inspection, 1 infant was observed unbuckled in the highchair table.
Correction deadline
February 6, 2023
Correction status
Correction evaluated February 16, 2023
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.2407 - Infant Care Area Furnishings and Equipment -Use of Safety Straps
Official code
746.2407
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
During POA inspection, the infant feeding sheets were not updated. One bottle fed infant did not have an infant feeding sheet.
Correction deadline
February 10, 2023
Correction status
Correction evaluated February 13, 2023
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.2421(a) - Written Feeding Instructions - Signed and Dated by Parent or Health-Care Professional
Official code
746.2421(a)
Higher concern: Attendance accountability
Report finding
During POA inspection, the infant caregivers did not know the information for 1 infant they were responsible for.
Correction deadline
February 6, 2023
Correction status
Correction evaluated February 16, 2023
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.1203(3) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know Children's Names and Ages
Official code
746.1203(3)
Higher concern: Other violations
Report finding
The operation was closed 1/31/23 - 2/3/23 due to weather and did not notify CCR.
Correction deadline
February 6, 2023
Correction status
Correction evaluated February 16, 2023
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.305(a)(1) - Report Unsafe Facility Occurrence
Official code
746.305(a)(1)
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Higher concern: Sleep safety
Report finding
During inspection, an infant was observed sleeping in a restrictive device. The operation allowed a 6 week old infant asleep in a swing. During inspection on 11/30/2022, I observed a 6 week old asleep in a swing. Picture was taken showing the swing and sleeping infant. After I discussed Minimum Standard 746.2426 with the infant caregivers and director, the child was removed during inspection on 11/30/2022. An Administrative Penalty in the amount of 100% of the daily maximum per HRC 42.078(a-2) is being recommended for one day. Impose an Administrative Penalty in the amount of 100% of the daily maximum per statute, HRC ?42.078(a-2) and determine the appropriateness of requesting a risk analysis and/or imposing additional enforcement actions, including corrective or adverse action.
Correction deadline
November 30, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated December 12, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
High
Report section
746.2426 - Infant May Not Sleep in a Restrictive Device
Official code
746.2426
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
During inspection, three bottle fed infants did not have updated feeding instruction sheets.
Correction deadline
December 2, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated December 6, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.2421(b) - Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days
Official code
746.2421(b)
Higher concern: Staff training
Report finding
One non-exempt caregiver with no previous training was counted in ratio before having the required 8 hours of training.
Correction deadline
December 7, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated December 6, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.1301(2)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees and Caregivers - Pre-service Training
Official code
746.1301(2)(A)
Higher concern: Staff-to-child ratio
Report finding
During inspection, two classes were out of ratio. The two year old class was out of ratio by one child. The three year old class was out of ratio by three.
Correction deadline
November 30, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated December 12, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
Official code
746.1601
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Medium concern: Recordkeeping
Report finding
During inspection, 6 records were reviewed and 2 were missing updated immunization records.
Correction deadline
October 28, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated October 27, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.603(a) - Children's Records Maintained
Official code
746.603(a)
Higher concern: Staff training
Report finding
During inspection, 6 staff records were reviewed and not maintained.
Correction deadline
October 28, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated October 27, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.1301(2)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees and Caregivers - Pre-service Training
Official code
746.1301(2)(A)
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
During inspection the emergency drills and detector monitoring was unavailable.
Correction deadline
October 28, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated October 27, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.801(10) - Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Safety Documentation for Emergency Drills, Fire Extinguishers, & Smoke Detectors
Official code
746.801(10)
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Higher concern: Supervision
Report finding
During inspection, a 3 year old child was observed alone and unsupervised in the bathroom. CCR Inspector returned child to teacher. Teacher advised they were not aware child was gone.
Correction deadline
September 28, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated October 12, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
High
Report section
746.1203(4) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Supervision of Children
Official code
746.1203(4)
Higher concern: Staff training
Report finding
During inspection, 6 staff records were reviewed and not maintained.
Correction status
Correction evaluated October 12, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.1301(2)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees and Caregivers - Pre-service Training
Official code
746.1301(2)(A)
Higher concern: Facility condition
Report finding
During inspection, 3 diaper changes were observed and all 3 did not wash the infants hands.
Correction deadline
September 28, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated October 12, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.3417(3) - Children Handwashing After Toileting or Diapering
Official code
746.3417(3)
Medium concern: Recordkeeping
Report finding
During inspection, 6 records were reviewed and not maintained.
Correction status
Correction evaluated October 12, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.603(a) - Children's Records Maintained
Official code
746.603(a)
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
During inspection the emergency drills and detector monitoring was unavailable.
Correction status
Correction evaluated October 12, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.801(10) - Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Safety Documentation for Emergency Drills, Fire Extinguishers, & Smoke Detectors
Official code
746.801(10)
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Higher concern: Background screening
Report finding
A follow up was conducted. A caregiver was present supervising children alone and did not have an eligible status to be present.
Correction deadline
August 27, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated September 1, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
High
Report section
745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
Official code
745.641
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Higher concern: Sleep safety
Report finding
During inspection, 1 infant was observed asleep in a swing. 2 infants were observed in the high chair table unstrapped. 2 infants were in highchairs unstrapped. TA was provided and the infants were removed from the restrictive devices.
Correction deadline
August 10, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated August 25, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
High
Report section
746.2426 - Infant May Not Sleep in a Restrictive Device
Official code
746.2426
Higher concern: Supervision
Report finding
During inspection at naptime, it was observed 1 caregiver was supervising 3 areas of children. 1 classroom had 12 children ages 3 yrs - 5rs napping. 1 classroom had 14 children ages 1 yr - 2 yrs napping with the door closed and no teacher inside the room. The open area had 4 children ages 7yrs - 9yrs resting.
Correction deadline
August 10, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated August 25, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
High
Report section
746.1203(4) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Supervision of Children
Official code
746.1203(4)
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Higher concern: Child guidance
Report finding
This standard was reviewed in relation to the reported allegation and found to be deficient. Caregivers advised that children are strapped into high chairs while other tasks, such as diapering other children, are conducted.
Correction deadline
August 22, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated August 25, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
High
Report section
746.2805(10) - Prohibited Punishments - Using Inappropriate Long Period of Silence or Inactivity Including Requiring Child to Remain in a Restrictive Device
Official code
746.2805(10)
Higher concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
During inspection, 2 infants were observed unstrapped in the high chair table.
Correction deadline
August 22, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated August 25, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.2407 - Infant Care Area Furnishings and Equipment -Use of Safety Straps
Official code
746.2407
Higher concern: Background screening
Report finding
The operation allowed a newly hired staff member to be present at the operation before receiving notice from the CBCU regarding the person's eligibility. Another citation related to background checks within the next 6 months may result in a penalty. Another citation related to background checks within the next 6 months may result in an additional penalty and other enforcement actions. An Administrative penalty in the amount of 100% of the daily maximum, per HRC 42.078(a-2) will be recommended as a result of this citation.
Correction deadline
August 22, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated August 25, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
High
Report section
745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
Official code
745.641
Higher concern: Child guidance
Report finding
This standard was found to out of compliance when reviewing video footage. It was found that the operation's caregivers did not demonstrate good judgment when they left a toddler in a high chair for 2 and a half hours during the morning.
Correction deadline
May 6, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated May 19, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
High
Report section
746.1201(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
Official code
746.1201(1)
Higher concern: Facility condition
Report finding
While reviewing video footage it was found that caregivers were not washing their hands after diaper changes. The caregivers were also not cleaning the infants hands either.
Correction deadline
May 6, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated May 19, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.3415(4) - Employee Handwashing After Diapering a Child
Official code
746.3415(4)
Higher concern: Facility condition
Report finding
While reviewing video footage it was found that caregivers were not sanitizing the diaper changing mat after use.
Correction deadline
May 6, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated May 19, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.3505(e) - Diapering Procedures - Sanitizing Diaper Changing Area
Official code
746.3505(e)
Medium concern: Individual needs and accommodations
Report finding
This Minimum Standard was found to be out of compliance while reviewing video footage. The operation did not follow their activity plan when they had children watching television for 2.5 hours and had a toddler restricted in a high chair for 2.5 hours.
Correction deadline
May 6, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated May 19, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.2203(b) - Written Activity Plans - Plan Followed by Caregiver
Official code
746.2203(b)
Medium concern: Individual needs and accommodations
Report finding
While reviewing video footage it was found that the operation kept their television on for 2 and a half hours in the morning with children.
Correction deadline
May 6, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated May 19, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.2207(c)(3) - Screen Time Activities - Not Exceed One Hour Daily
Official code
746.2207(c)(3)
Higher concern: Sleep safety
Report finding
This Standard was found to be out of compliance while reviewing video footage. Video shows that a child was left sleeping in a restrictive device.
Correction deadline
May 6, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated May 19, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
High
Report section
746.2426 - Infant May Not Sleep in a Restrictive Device
Official code
746.2426
View official report
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
Three infant feeding instructions were not up to date.
Correction deadline
December 3, 2021
Correction status
Correction evaluated December 29, 2021
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.2421(b) - Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days
Official code
746.2421(b)
Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
Four staff records were reviewed and all four need required training related to health and safety.
Correction deadline
December 10, 2021
Correction status
Correction evaluated December 29, 2021
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.1309(e) - Documented Annual Training- Required Content
Official code
746.1309(e)
Higher concern: Hazardous access
Report finding
An electrical outlet did not have a cover and a cover was found and put in during inspection.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.3701(1) - Safety - Electrical Outlets Covered
Official code
746.3701(1)