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Smart Ducklings Daycare

1630 GOLIAD RD, San Antonio, TX 78223-2722

Operation number:
1702598
Type:
Licensed Center
Status:
Active (Y)
Records checked:
August 22, 2026
Additional info
Source:
Texas Health and Human Services Child Care Regulation
County:
Bexar
Capacity:
97
License effective:
March 12, 2021
Hours:
06:00 AM-06:30 PM
Days:
Mon,Tue,Wed,Thu,Fri
Phone:
2104621166
Email:
Not listed
Website:
Not listed

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 29 available inspections for Smart Ducklings Daycare from February 28, 2022 through August 19, 2026.

13 inspections recorded violations, with 52 recorded violations in total.

The most recent higher-concern violation was on April 29, 2026 and involved hazardous access.

That higher-concern topic 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
29

4 in last 12 months

Recorded violations
52

2 in last 12 months

Higher-concern violations
32

2 in last 12 months

Repeated topics
7

Last 36 months

Local comparison

29 total inspections vs 16 local median in 78223

Compared to 12 local facilities

Recorded violations per inspection

This provider
1.79
Local median
0.83

Inspections with higher-concern violations

This provider
34%
Local median
27%

Inspections with recorded violations

This provider
45%
Local median
42%

Repeated topics

This provider
7
Local average
2.17

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: Hazardous access
Report finding
During the inspection, a strong odor consistent with rodents was detected inside the building.
Correction status
Correction evaluated April 29, 2026
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.3407(8) - Garbage Inaccessible to Children; Maintained in Sanitary Manner
Official code
746.3407(8)
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Higher concern: Staff-to-child ratio
Report finding
The toddler and infant classrooms were over ratio. Note: This was corrected at inspection when children were moved to other classrooms.
Correction deadline
September 10, 2025
Correction status
Correction evaluated September 29, 2025
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.1609 - Maximum Group Size 13 or More Children
Official code
746.1609
View official report
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
There are two infants in the Infant room that do not have monthly feeding schedules.
Correction deadline
August 1, 2024
Correction status
Correction evaluated August 22, 2024
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)
View official report
Higher concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
The smoke detector is not being tested monthly as required. The smoke detector was last tested 1/12/2024.
Correction deadline
May 22, 2024
Correction status
Correction evaluated May 30, 2024
More details
Official Texas risk level
High
Report section
746.5319 - Smoke Detectors Testing
Official code
746.5319
Higher concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
Fire drills are not being conducted monthly. The last fire drill was conducted on 1/12/2024.
Correction deadline
May 22, 2024
Correction status
Correction evaluated May 30, 2024
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.5205(1) - Fire Drill Monthly - Exit in 3 Minutes
Official code
746.5205(1)
Higher concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
Two of the fire extinguishers in the center van/bus and fire extingusihers through out the center have not been serviced. The fire extinguishers were last serviced February 2023.
Correction deadline
May 22, 2024
Correction status
Correction evaluated May 30, 2024
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.5307(b) - Fire Extinguishers Serviced
Official code
746.5307(b)
Higher concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
The carbon monoxide is not being tested monthly. The carbon monoxide was tested 1/12/2024.
Correction deadline
May 22, 2024
Correction status
Correction evaluated May 30, 2024
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.5537(a)(2) - Electronic or Battery-Operated Carbon Monoxide Detector-Check All Detectors Monthly
Official code
746.5537(a)(2)
Higher concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
The fire extinguishers are not being inspected monthly. The fire extinguisher was last inspected by staff on 1/12/2024.
Correction deadline
May 22, 2024
Correction status
Correction evaluated May 30, 2024
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.5307(a) - Inspect Fire Extinguishers Monthly
Official code
746.5307(a)
Higher concern: Transportation
Report finding
The center bus did not have an Electronic Child Safety Alarm installed.
Correction deadline
July 8, 2024
Correction status
Correction evaluated July 11, 2024
More details
Official Texas risk level
High
Report section
746.5625(a) - Electronic Child Safety Alarm - is equipped in each vehicle
Official code
746.5625(a)
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
One child's file did not have an updated immunization record.
Correction deadline
May 29, 2024
Correction status
Correction evaluated May 30, 2024
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.603(a)(4) - Children's Records - Immunizations
Official code
746.603(a)(4)
Higher concern: Attendance accountability
Report finding
Caregver in the two year room indicated she had 11 children in care, and after counting it was noted that caregiver had 10 children in care. Caregver in the toddler room indicated she had 10 children in care, and after counting it was noted that caregiver had 11 children in care.
Correction deadline
May 8, 2024
Correction status
Correction evaluated May 30, 2024
More details
Official Texas risk level
High
Report section
746.1205(a)(2) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know number of children responsible for
Official code
746.1205(a)(2)
Higher concern: Transportation
Report finding
Director and two staff members did not have a current training in transportation.
Correction deadline
May 22, 2024
Correction status
Correction evaluated May 30, 2024
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.1316(a) - Transportation Safety Training -Director and Employee Complete 2 Hours Annually
Official code
746.1316(a)
Higher concern: Supervision
Report finding
During inspection it was observed that a 3 year old child was in the restroom located in hallway, while caregiver went into another classroom, therefore child was left unsupervised.
Correction deadline
May 8, 2024
Correction status
Correction evaluated May 30, 2024
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)
Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
Director did not have a current training in prevention, recognition, and reporting of child abuse and neglect.
Correction deadline
May 22, 2024
Correction status
Correction evaluated May 30, 2024
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.1311(c) - Director Annual Training -Required 1 hour in prevention, recognition and reporting of child maltreatment
Official code
746.1311(c)
Higher concern: Staff training
Report finding
Three staff members had CPR training that was taken online, therefore does not adhere with the guidelines for American Heart Association.
Correction deadline
June 7, 2024
Correction status
Correction evaluated May 30, 2024
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)
Higher concern: Staff training
Report finding
Director did not have current training in SIDS and shaken baby syndrome.
Correction deadline
May 22, 2024
Correction status
Correction evaluated May 30, 2024
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.1311(d) - Director Annual Training - Caring for children under 24 months
Official code
746.1311(d)
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
One toddler was sitting in the toddler table and was not strapped in.
Correction deadline
May 8, 2024
Correction status
Correction evaluated May 30, 2024
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.4501(b) - Chairs - Safety Straps Used if Required by Manufacturer
Official code
746.4501(b)
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
The infant room did not have an updated infant feeding instructions for one infant. The instructions was last updated in February 2024.
Correction deadline
May 22, 2024
Correction status
Correction evaluated May 30, 2024
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: Individual needs and accommodations
Report finding
Three classrooms did not have an activity plan.
Correction deadline
May 22, 2024
Correction status
Correction evaluated May 30, 2024
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.2205(a)(2) - Written Activity Plan - Outline Daily Activities
Official code
746.2205(a)(2)
Medium concern: Individual needs and accommodations
Report finding
During inspection staff stated that a 2 year old child does not have outdoor time, and the child stays inside with another group due to parents request, and there is no doctor note in file.
Correction deadline
May 22, 2024
Correction status
Correction evaluated May 30, 2024
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.2206(1) - Written Activity Plan - Outdoor Play Opportunities
Official code
746.2206(1)
Higher concern: Facility condition
Report finding
It was observed that caregiver did not sanitize the changing table after changing a child's diaper. Note: Corrected when caregiver sanitized the changing table.
Correction deadline
May 8, 2024
Correction status
Correction evaluated May 30, 2024
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.3505(e) - Diapering Procedures - Sanitizing Diaper Changing Area
Official code
746.3505(e)
Higher concern: Facility condition
Report finding
The small playground had over grown grass along the fence and by the stationary equipment. Two nap mats in the prek room were observed torn from the edges, exposing the foam.
Correction deadline
May 22, 2024
Correction status
Correction evaluated May 30, 2024
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
Official code
746.3407
Higher concern: Hazardous access
Report finding
During inspection it was observed that the latch on the fence was not secured approrpiately, creating a safety concern, a child can open the gate. During inspection a riding toy and a play car were observed broken. Note: The broken toys were removed from the playground.
Correction deadline
May 22, 2024
Correction status
Correction evaluated May 30, 2024
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.3701 - Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
Official code
746.3701
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Medium concern: Recordkeeping
Report finding
The operation did not report the number of employees who ceased employment in 2023 by the required date 1.15.24.
Correction deadline
January 21, 2024
Correction status
Correction evaluated January 23, 2024
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium Low
Report section
746.303(b) - Report Number of Employees
Official code
746.303(b)
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Higher concern: Attendance accountability
Report finding
The caregiver in the school-age classroom stated there were ten children in care when there were 14 children in care.
Correction deadline
November 22, 2023
Correction status
Correction evaluated November 30, 2023
More details
Official Texas risk level
High
Report section
746.1205(a)(2) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know number of children responsible for
Official code
746.1205(a)(2)
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Medium concern: Administrative posting
Report finding
A menu was not posted at the time of inspection. NOTE: This was corrected when it was posted.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.401(6) - Posting Requirements - Daily menu, including all snacks and meals served by the child care center
Official code
746.401(6)
Medium concern: Parent rights
Report finding
Based on the interviews conducted with administration changes to the policy were made without notifying the parents. NOTE: Parent signed notifications were provided.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.505(2) - Notify Parents of Change in Operational Policy or Enrollment Agreement
Official code
746.505(2)
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Higher concern: Incident records
Report finding
During the course of this investigation, it was determined the operation did not report to licensing after being notified on 10.16.23 by the parent by phone and through the Bright wheel message stating the child received medical attention after an injury at the operation.
Correction deadline
October 31, 2023
Correction status
Correction evaluated November 2, 2023
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: Transportation
Report finding
One seatbelt in van #2 that is located on the first row near the window behind the driver's seat was observed broken.
Correction deadline
October 19, 2023
Correction status
Correction evaluated October 20, 2023
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.5607(a) - Child Passenger Safety Seat System - Must Use for Each Child in When Transporting and be Properly Installed
Official code
746.5607(a)
Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
One of the ten staff were missing the following training: Safety First Awareness
Correction deadline
October 19, 2023
Correction status
Correction evaluated October 18, 2023
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.1309(f) - Documented Annual Training - Remaining training hour topics
Official code
746.1309(f)
Higher concern: Staff training
Report finding
One of the ten staff files had an expired CPR/First aid cared of 7.7.23.
Correction deadline
October 19, 2023
Correction status
Correction evaluated October 18, 2023
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.1301(a)(3)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Pediatric First Aid with Rescue Breathing
Official code
746.1301(a)(3)(A)
Higher concern: Health or food records
Report finding
One of the ten children didn't have an immunization record when reviewing on files.
Correction deadline
October 19, 2023
Correction status
Correction evaluated October 18, 2023
More details
Official Texas risk level
High
Report section
746.613(a) - Required Immunizations
Official code
746.613(a)
Higher concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
Two of the fire extinguishers in two of the van's being used were last serviced in 2021.
Correction deadline
October 19, 2023
Correction status
Correction evaluated October 18, 2023
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.5307(b) - Fire Extinguishers Serviced
Official code
746.5307(b)
Medium concern: Individual needs and accommodations
Report finding
The operational policy did not specify the following; -Benefits of physical activity and outdoor play -Duration of physical activity at your operation, both indoor and outdoor Type of physical activity (structured and unstructured) that children may engage in at your operation. -Each setting in which your physical activity program will take place. -Recommended clothing and footwear that will allow a child to participate freely and safely in physical activities and -The criteria you will use to determine when extreme weather conditions pose a significant health risk that prohibits or limits outdoor play and -A plan to ensure physical activity occurs on days when extreme weather conditions prohibit or limit outdoor play
Correction deadline
October 19, 2023
Correction status
Correction evaluated October 18, 2023
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.501(a)(18) - Written Operational Policies - Promotion of Physical Activity
Official code
746.501(a)(18)
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Higher concern: Hazardous access
Report finding
A trashcan without a lid was observed in the classroom 2B with diapers exposed. TA: This was corrected at inspection.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.3407(8) - Garbage Inaccessible to Children; Maintained in Sanitary Manner
Official code
746.3407(8)
Higher concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
No documented of the smoke detector, fire extinguisher and carbon monoxide for the month of January 2023.
Correction deadline
February 9, 2023
Correction status
Correction evaluated February 7, 2023
More details
Official Texas risk level
High
Report section
746.5319 - Smoke Detectors Testing
Official code
746.5319
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
One of the table booster chairs in classroom 7A was observed missing a fasten safety strap while a child was sitting it. NOTE: This was corrected at inspection as a safety strap was installed.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.4501(b) - Chairs - Safety Straps Used if Required by Manufacturer
Official code
746.4501(b)
Higher concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
The operational policy did not specify the Emergency Preparedness plan. In addition to how the infants will be transported.
Correction deadline
February 9, 2023
Correction status
Correction evaluated February 7, 2023
More details
Official Texas risk level
High
Report section
746.501(a)(24) - Written Operational Policies - Emergency Preparedness Plans
Official code
746.501(a)(24)
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Higher concern: Staff-to-child ratio
Report finding
In the dark orange classroom, there was 6 infants (14-17 months) with one caregiver as the children were napping, resulting in being out of ratio by one. NOTE: This was corrected when another caregiver stepped in.
Correction deadline
November 22, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated December 1, 2022
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: Sleep safety
Report finding
At the time of the inspection six classrooms were observed with one caregiver in each as only one staff was present in the building which makes them two staff short present in the building.
Correction deadline
November 22, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated December 1, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.1613(a)(5) - Naptime Child/Caregiver Ratio - Additional Employees Required
Official code
746.1613(a)(5)
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Higher concern: Sleep safety
Report finding
An 8-month-old child was observed in the crib lying awake holding and drinking out of a baby bottle. In addition to another child awake wearing a baby bib while in the crib. NOTE: This was corrected at inspection.
Correction deadline
November 10, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated November 22, 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
One of the four cribs in the classroom 8A was observed with a loose crib sheet. NOTE: This was corrected at inspection.
Correction deadline
November 10, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated November 22, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.2409(a)(2) - Safety Requirements for Cribs - Snug Fitting Sheets
Official code
746.2409(a)(2)
Higher concern: Staff-to-child ratio
Report finding
In classroom 2A a 12-month-old was observed with a 3-year-old during naptime. NOTE: This was corrected.
Correction deadline
November 10, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated November 22, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.1605 - Child/Caregiver Ratio - 18 Months Difference in Age
Official code
746.1605
Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
A 2-year-old child in room 2A was observed walking with a baby bottle. NOTE: This was corrected at inspection.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.2505(4)(C) - Furnishings and Equipment for Toddlers - Never Allow Toddlers to Sleep or Walk With Bottles and Training Cups
Official code
746.2505(4)(C)
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Medium concern: Recordkeeping
Report finding
One of six personnel folders did not have the required employment affadavit available for review.
Correction status
Correction evaluated March 14, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium Low
Report section
746.901(4) - Required Personnel Records - Required Affidavit
Official code
746.901(4)
Medium concern: Recordkeeping
Report finding
Three out of six personnel folders did not have the required proof of educational requirements available for review.
Correction status
Correction evaluated March 14, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.901(2) - Required Personnel Records- Meets Requirements
Official code
746.901(2)
Medium concern: Recordkeeping
Report finding
One of six personnel folders did not have the required copy of photo identification.
Correction status
Correction evaluated March 14, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.901(8) - Required Personnel Records- Photo Identification
Official code
746.901(8)
Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
Two of six personnel records did not have the required abuse/neglect training.
Correction status
Correction evaluated March 14, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.901(10) - Required Personnel Records- signed dated statement that employee attended abuse/neglect training
Official code
746.901(10)
Medium concern: Recordkeeping
Report finding
One out of ten children's folders reviewed was missing the required healthcare provider's information.
Correction status
Correction evaluated March 14, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.605(11) - Required Admission Information - Physician Information
Official code
746.605(11)
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
Three of ten children's records reviewed were missing the required Healthcare Statement.
Correction status
Correction evaluated March 14, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.603(a)(3) - Children's Records - Health Statement
Official code
746.603(a)(3)
Higher concern: Attendance accountability
Report finding
Two of ten children's records reviewed were missing the required information regarding to whom the children may be released.
Correction deadline
February 28, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated March 14, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
High
Report section
746.605(7) - Required Admission Information - Release Information
Official code
746.605(7)
Higher concern: Staff-to-child ratio
Report finding
In the toddler room, there were thirteen children with an age group of two years. There was one caregiver. For this age group, a maximum of eleven children are allowed for one caregiver, Therefore, the classroom was out of ratio. This was corrected when another caregiver arrived.
Correction deadline
February 28, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated March 14, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
Official code
746.1601