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LIFE Kidz Academy

1006 OLD AUSTIN HUTTO RD, Pflugerville, TX 78660-4105

Operation number:
1668058
Type:
Licensed Center
Status:
Active (Y)
Records checked:
August 22, 2026
Additional info
Source:
Texas Health and Human Services Child Care Regulation
County:
Travis
Capacity:
100
License effective:
January 28, 2019
Hours:
06:30 AM-05:30 PM
Days:
Mon,Tue,Wed,Thu,Fri
Phone:
5126621635
Email:
director@lifekidz.org

Inspection snapshot

Questions worth asking

The records include recorded violations parents may want to understand before enrolling. These are conversation starters, not a pass-or-fail judgment.

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

Summary

This summary covers 25 available inspections for LIFE Kidz Academy from December 17, 2021 through June 4, 2026.

13 inspections recorded violations, with 34 recorded violations in total.

The most recent higher-concern violation was on May 6, 2026 and involved equipment or readiness.

Facility condition was a higher-concern topic that showed up in three inspections.

A later inspection showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether it was a formal follow-up.

At a glance

Total inspections
25

5 in last 12 months

Recorded violations
34

13 in last 12 months

Higher-concern violations
29

12 in last 12 months

Repeated topics
3

Last 36 months

Local comparison

25 total inspections vs 11.5 local median in 78660

Compared to 42 local facilities

Recorded violations per inspection

This provider
1.36
Local median
0.77

Inspections with higher-concern violations

This provider
44%
Local median
30%

Inspections with recorded violations

This provider
52%
Local median
35%

Repeated topics

This provider
3
Local average
1.79

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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Higher concern: Supervision
Report finding
At the time of the inspection, the class went back into the classroom and a child had been left unattended in the bathroom. The child was found by staff and escorted into his classroom.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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: Supervision
Report finding
A caregiver was observed on his personal cell phone and laptop while in caring for children. This was brought into compliance when he put the devices away,
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.1203(3)(D) - Personal use of electronic devices, such as cell phones, MP3 players, tablets, and video games
Official code
746.1203(3)(D)
Higher concern: Health or food records
Report finding
Bottles in the infant classroom were not labeled with the child's name.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.2419(6) - Requirements for Feeding Infants - Label Bottles/Cups
Official code
746.2419(6)
Medium concern: Individual needs and accommodations
Report finding
At the time of the inspection, the tv was on while kids were in the room showing a movie that was not age-appropriate. This was brought into compliance when the tv was turned off and children returned to their classroom.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.2207(c)(2) - Screen Time Activities - Age-appropriate
Official code
746.2207(c)(2)
Higher concern: Facility condition
Report finding
At the time of the inspection, the playground had garbage littered across the ground. This was brought into compliance when the garbage was picked up during the inspection.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
Official code
746.3407
Higher concern: Facility condition
Report finding
The infant room where diapers are changed does not have a handwashing sink.
Correction deadline
May 15, 2026
Correction status
Correction evaluated June 4, 2026
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.2405(4) - Infant Care Area Furnishings and Equipment - Hand-washing Sink
Official code
746.2405(4)
Higher concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
The swing set measured 7 feet tall and was 5.5 ft from the fence and is required to be 14 feet use zone from the fence. The swing set also has swinging rings attached which are prohibited equipment.
Correction deadline
May 15, 2026
Correction status
Correction evaluated June 4, 2026
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.4807(a) - Measurement of Use Zone for Swings - in Front and Rear
Official code
746.4807(a)
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Higher concern: Sleep safety
Report finding
Two classrooms were observed with inadequate lighting making it difficult to see children's faces.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.2911 - Adequate Lighting During Naptime
Official code
746.2911
Higher concern: Hazardous access
Report finding
An adult chair in the infant classroom had torn upholstery, exposing the foam. This was corrected when the chair was removed from the classroom
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.3701 - Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
Official code
746.3701
Higher concern: Staff training
Report finding
The CPR training received by three caregivers did not meet the required AHA guidelines.
Correction deadline
January 30, 2026
Correction status
Correction evaluated February 4, 2026
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.1315(b)(1) - CPR Training and Recertification Adhere to Guidelines-skill based
Official code
746.1315(b)(1)
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Higher concern: Transportation
Report finding
During a DFPS investigation, it was found the driver did not have access to the tracking system used to check children in and out.
Correction deadline
October 21, 2025
Correction status
Correction evaluated November 5, 2025
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.631(b) - Caregivers Have Access to Tracking System
Official code
746.631(b)
Higher concern: Supervision
Report finding
During a DFPS investigation, it was found a child was left unattended in a vehicle.
Correction deadline
October 21, 2025
Correction status
Correction evaluated November 5, 2025
More details
Official Texas risk level
High
Report section
746.5605(4) - AP Safety Precautions for Loading and Unloading Children - No Child Unattended
Official code
746.5605(4)
Higher concern: Child guidance
Report finding
During a DFPS investigation, there was sufficient evidence to support that a caregiver neglectfully supervised a child.
Correction deadline
October 21, 2025
Correction status
Correction evaluated November 5, 2025
More details
Official Texas risk level
High
Report section
746.1201(4) - AP Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Ensure No Child Abused, Neglected, or Exploited
Official code
746.1201(4)
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Higher concern: Medication
Report finding
Observed adult cold and flu medicine in the infant's classroom. This was corrected when the director removed the medication from the classroom.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Official Texas risk level
High
Report section
746.3807(1) - Storage of Medication - Inaccessible to Children
Official code
746.3807(1)
Higher concern: Staff training
Report finding
Three staff files reviewed. Current CPR and First aid certifications were unavialble for review.
Correction deadline
February 28, 2025
Correction status
Correction evaluated February 13, 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: Facility condition
Report finding
Unlabled ointment and boogie saline spray was obseved in infants cubbies. This was corrected when the caregiver in the classroom, labeled the items.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.3501(5) - Diaper Changing Steps-Label Powders, Lotions, Etc. with Name
Official code
746.3501(5)
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Higher concern: Facility condition
Report finding
During an investigation inspection it was found that the operation is using an unsanitary environment to wash dishes.
Correction deadline
August 30, 2024
Correction status
Correction evaluated August 26, 2024
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.3317 - Food Service and Preparation Requirement - Safe and Sanitary
Official code
746.3317
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Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
2 out of 12 caregivers were missing the trainings required for HASA.
Correction deadline
March 17, 2023
Correction status
Correction evaluated March 21, 2023
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.1309(e) - Documented Annual Training- Required Content
Official code
746.1309(e)
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Higher concern: Sleep safety
Report finding
It was found during the inspection the operation had crib sheets that were loose.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.2415(c)(2) - Crib Mattress Cover - Snug-Fitting and Thin
Official code
746.2415(c)(2)
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Higher concern: Supervision
Report finding
It was found during the investigation caregivers would leave the nap room unsupervised to use the restroom or to grab items from outside the classroom.
Correction deadline
February 3, 2023
Correction status
Correction evaluated February 13, 2023
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: Child guidance
Report finding
It was found during the investigation a caregiver intentionally hit a child on the head with a folded blanket.
Correction deadline
February 3, 2023
Correction status
Correction evaluated February 13, 2023
More details
Official Texas risk level
High
Report section
746.2805(4) - Prohibited Punishments - Hitting with Hand or Instrument
Official code
746.2805(4)
Higher concern: Child guidance
Report finding
It was found during the investigation a caregiver lacked good judgment when they covered children's faces with blankets and used one blanket to cover three children.
Correction deadline
February 3, 2023
Correction status
Correction evaluated February 13, 2023
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: Sleep safety
Report finding
It was found during the investigation nap mats were observed to be touching each other during naptime with no space in between.
Correction deadline
February 3, 2023
Correction status
Correction evaluated February 13, 2023
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.2909(3) - Arrangement of Napping Equipment -Provides Sufficient Walking and Work Space
Official code
746.2909(3)
View official report
Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
3 of 8 personnel records reviewed were missing communicable diseases and hazardous materials training. 4 of 8 personnel records reviewed were missing physical premises safety, emergency preparedness, communicable diseases and hazardous materials training. 1 of 8 personelle records reviewed were missing food allergy, physical premises safety, emergency preparedness, communicable diseases and hazardous materials training.
Correction deadline
August 10, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated August 15, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.1309(e) - Documented Annual Training- Required Content
Official code
746.1309(e)
View official report
Higher concern: Sleep safety
Report finding
A crib had a boppy pillow in it with an infant that was 10 months old.
Correction deadline
February 22, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated March 8, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
High
Report section
746.2415(b) - AP Cribs - Only Snug Fitting Sheet and Crib Mattress Cover Allowed if Infant Younger than 12 Months of Age
Official code
746.2415(b)
Higher concern: Sleep safety
Report finding
3 infants, two in cribs ages 10 months and 11 months and one on a mat on the floor age 11 months, had their heads completely covered with blankets.
Correction deadline
February 22, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated March 8, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
High
Report section
746.2429 - Covering Infant's Head or Crib
Official code
746.2429
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Higher concern: Child guidance
Report finding
During an investigation it was found that a caregiver used prohibited punishment, in the form of spanking, on their own child while the group was returning from a walking field trip at the park.
Correction deadline
March 17, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated March 30, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
High
Report section
746.2805 - Prohibited Punishments - No Harsh, Cruel or Unusual
Official code
746.2805
Higher concern: Incident records
Report finding
The operation did not self report a discipline concern brought to their attention by a concerned neighbor.
Correction status
Correction evaluated March 17, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
High
Report section
746.305(a)(6) - Report Situation Placing Children at Risk
Official code
746.305(a)(6)
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Higher concern: Medication
Report finding
During an investigation, it was found that a child was being administered prescription medication, with no label or prescription and no box.
Correction deadline
April 8, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated April 13, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.3805(b)(1) - Administering Medication - Original Container with Child's Name, Date
Official code
746.3805(b)(1)
Higher concern: Medication
Report finding
During an investigation it was found that the operation did not obtain written authorization, from the parent, to give the medication to the child daily. According to the operations policies written authorization is required to administer medication to children when in care.
Correction deadline
April 8, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated April 13, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.3803(a)(1) - Medication Authorization - Signed and Dated
Official code
746.3803(a)(1)
Higher concern: Medication
Report finding
During an investigation, it was found that the operation is not always recording all instances of a child receiving medication.
Correction deadline
April 8, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated April 13, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.3805(c)(3) - Medication Records - Date, Time and Amount Given
Official code
746.3805(c)(3)
Higher concern: Incident records
Report finding
During an investigation, it was found that the operation failed to report injury to a child where the child sought medical attention.
Correction deadline
April 8, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated April 13, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.305(a)(2) - AP Report Child Injury Requiring Medical Treatment by a Health-Care Professional or Hospitalization
Official code
746.305(a)(2)
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Higher concern: Health or food records
Report finding
A child with a severe food allergy did not have a completed food allergy plan on file.
Correction deadline
February 2, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated February 10, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.605(16) - Required Admission Information-Completed Food Allergy Plan
Official code
746.605(16)
Medium concern: Recordkeeping
Report finding
3 of 8 personnel records reviewed did not have a notarized affidavit.
Correction deadline
February 2, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated February 10, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium Low
Report section
746.901(4) - Required Personnel Records - Required Affidavit
Official code
746.901(4)