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The Learning Lodge II

1604 FLORENCE RD, Killeen, TX 76541-7986

Operation number:
1728158
Type:
Licensed Center
Status:
Active (Y)
Records checked:
August 22, 2026
Additional info
Source:
Texas Health and Human Services Child Care Regulation
County:
Bell
Capacity:
82
License effective:
April 20, 2022
Hours:
05:30 AM-07:00 PM
Days:
Mon,Tue,Wed,Thu,Fri
Phone:
2544324828
Email:
thelearninglodge2@outlook.com

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 36 available inspections for The Learning Lodge II from October 28, 2021 through July 30, 2026.

15 inspections recorded violations, with 47 recorded violations in total.

The most recent higher-concern violation was on July 30, 2026 and involved facility condition.

That higher-concern topic showed up in 11 inspections.

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

At a glance

Total inspections
36

13 in last 12 months

Recorded violations
47

17 in last 12 months

Higher-concern violations
38

13 in last 12 months

Repeated topics
8

Last 36 months

Local comparison

36 total inspections vs 10 local median in 76541

Compared to 16 local facilities

Recorded violations per inspection

This provider
1.31
Local median
0.44

Inspections with higher-concern violations

This provider
42%
Local median
25%

Inspections with recorded violations

This provider
42%
Local median
26%

Repeated topics

This provider
8
Local average
1.5

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.

View official report
Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
The bottles and cups were observed to not have the child's name on them.
Correction deadline
August 3, 2026
Correction status
Correction evaluated August 18, 2026
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.2505(4)(A) - Furnishings and Equipment for Toddlers - Bottles & Training Cups Labeled for Each Toddler
Official code
746.2505(4)(A)
Higher concern: Hazardous access
Report finding
During the walk through two trashcans were observed without lids on them accessible to the children. This was corrected at the inspection when the director placed lids on the trashcans.
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: Facility condition
Report finding
The diaper changing mat in the infant room was observed with a hole in it. This was corrected during the inspection when the changing mat was replaced with a new one.
Correction status
Correction evaluated July 30, 2026
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.3503(a) - Diaper Changing Equipment - Smooth, Non-absorbent, Easy to Clean Surface
Official code
746.3503(a)
Medium concern: Environmental health
Report finding
During the inspection two sinks inside of the classrooms were observed without soap. This was corrected at the inspection when the caregiver filled the soap dispensers located by the sinks in the classrooms.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.4405 - Location of Handwashing Sink
Official code
746.4405
View official report
Higher concern: Background screening
Report finding
A 15 year old was observed at the operation without an active background check.
Correction deadline
April 21, 2026
Correction status
Correction evaluated May 7, 2026
More details
Official Texas risk level
High
Report section
745.621(a)(7) - AP Initial background checks submitted - At the time you become aware of anyone requiring a background check under 745.605
Official code
745.621(a)(7)
Higher concern: Facility condition
Report finding
During the inspection, a child was observed receiving a diaper change without washing his hands afterwards.
Correction deadline
April 22, 2026
Correction status
Correction evaluated May 7, 2026
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.3417(3) - Children Handwashing After Toileting or Diapering
Official code
746.3417(3)
Higher concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
A fire inspection has not been conducted at the operation since March 2025.
Correction deadline
April 28, 2026
Correction status
Correction evaluated May 7, 2026
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.5101(b) - Annual Fire Inspection - Conducted by Fire Marshal
Official code
746.5101(b)
View official report
Medium concern: Recordkeeping
Report finding
During the investigation, 3 employee files were reviewed and found to be missing a copy of the employees identification, their diploma, and the affidavit was not notarized.
Correction deadline
April 28, 2026
Correction status
Correction evaluated May 7, 2026
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.901 - Required Personnel Records
Official code
746.901
Higher concern: Staff training
Report finding
Two of the caregivers counted into ratio and alone with children did not have cpr or pediatric first aid training.
Correction deadline
April 28, 2026
Correction status
Correction evaluated May 7, 2026
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)
View official report
Higher concern: Facility condition
Report finding
During the investigation inspection, a caregiver was observed changing a child's diaper without wiping down the changing table mat afterwards. A wall plug was observed missing in the preschool room.
Correction deadline
April 28, 2026
Correction status
Correction evaluated May 7, 2026
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
Milk was observed stored in a cabinet in the older infant classroom. This was corrected at the inspection when the caregiver removed the milk from the cabinet and another caregiver stored the milk in the refrigerator.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.3317 - Food Service and Preparation Requirement - Safe and Sanitary
Official code
746.3317
View official report
Higher concern: Facility condition
Report finding
The outdoor playground area was observed with hazards. Part of the metal fence was not fully installed and presented a hazard on the smaller playground.
Correction deadline
March 13, 2026
Correction status
Correction evaluated April 3, 2026
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
Official code
746.3407
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
The small playground does not have two exits.
Correction deadline
March 13, 2026
Correction status
Correction evaluated April 3, 2026
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.4307 - Fenced Outdoor Activity Space -Exits Required
Official code
746.4307
View official report
Higher concern: Facility condition
Report finding
The building was observed with dirt and dust on the floors, dirt on the walls.
Correction deadline
September 17, 2025
Correction status
Correction evaluated September 26, 2025
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
Two of the diaper changing mats were observed with rips and tares. This was corrected at the inspection when the diaper changing mats were swapped out.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.3503(a) - Diaper Changing Equipment - Smooth, Non-absorbent, Easy to Clean Surface
Official code
746.3503(a)
View official report
Higher concern: Background screening
Report finding
A caregiver with a provisional background check was observed alone with a group of children.
Correction deadline
September 10, 2025
Correction status
Correction evaluated September 26, 2025
More details
Official Texas risk level
High
Report section
745.635(3) - AP Background ck determination - If provisionally eligible w/conditions or eligible w/conditions you must restrict duties per conditions/restrictions
Official code
745.635(3)
Higher concern: Facility condition
Report finding
A caregiver was observed changing a child's diaper without washing their hands or the child's hands afterwards.
Correction deadline
September 4, 2025
Correction status
Correction evaluated September 9, 2025
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.3415(4) - Employee Handwashing After Diapering a Child
Official code
746.3415(4)
View official report
Higher concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
There are no fire drills documented since December 2024.
Correction deadline
March 17, 2025
Correction status
Correction evaluated May 2, 2025
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: Staff training
Report finding
The directors cpr and first aid credential is expired.
Correction deadline
March 28, 2025
Correction status
Correction evaluated March 18, 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: Staff training
Report finding
The director only has 18 annual hours of the 30 hours required.
Correction deadline
March 28, 2025
Correction status
Correction evaluated March 18, 2025
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.1311(a) - Director Annual Training 30 Hours Required
Official code
746.1311(a)
Higher concern: Facility condition
Report finding
There were cracked ceiling panels in the preschool room and trash on the playground area.
Correction deadline
March 28, 2025
Correction status
Correction evaluated May 2, 2025
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
Official code
746.3407
Higher concern: Staff-to-child ratio
Report finding
There was 1 caregiver to 5 infants making them out of ratio.
Correction deadline
March 14, 2025
Correction status
Correction evaluated May 2, 2025
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
Official code
746.1601
View official report
Higher concern: Transportation
Report finding
During the monitoring inspection it was found that the operation did not have medical release forms on the transportation vehicle for the children who are transported. This was corrected at inspection when this information was placed in the vehcile.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Official Texas risk level
High
Report section
746.5617(a)(1) - Required Equipment in Vehicles - List of Children
Official code
746.5617(a)(1)
Higher concern: Transportation
Report finding
During the inspection it was found that the operation's transportation vehicle did not have an electronic child safety alarm installed.
Correction deadline
April 18, 2024
Correction status
Correction evaluated May 3, 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)
Higher concern: Facility condition
Report finding
During the monitoring inspection it was found that there was enough loose fill to cover the entire use zone area of a slide and a climbing structure.
Correction deadline
May 17, 2024
Correction status
Correction evaluated May 10, 2024
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)
Medium concern: Individual needs and accommodations
Report finding
During the monitoring inspection it was observed that the children in the 1 year old classroom were watching television.
Correction deadline
April 4, 2024
Correction status
Correction evaluated May 3, 2024
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.2207(a) - Screen Time Activities - Not Used for Under Two
Official code
746.2207(a)
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Higher concern: Supervision
Report finding
When I arrived at the operation there were 9 infants, ranging from 5 months - 18 months, with no caregiver present in the room.
Correction deadline
November 20, 2023
Correction status
Correction evaluated December 5, 2023
More details
Official Texas risk level
High
Report section
746.2401(7) - Basic Requirements for Infants - Never Unsupervised
Official code
746.2401(7)
Higher concern: Sleep safety
Report finding
During the inspection it was observed that there was a 5 month old infant in a pack n play with a blanket.
Correction deadline
November 20, 2023
Correction status
Correction evaluated December 5, 2023
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: Health or food records
Report finding
During the inspection it was observed that there was a 5 month old baby with a bottle propped up with a blanket.
Correction deadline
November 20, 2023
Correction status
Correction evaluated December 5, 2023
More details
Official Texas risk level
High
Report section
746.2419(3) - Requirements for Feeding Infants - Never Prop Bottles
Official code
746.2419(3)
Medium concern: Environmental health
Report finding
During the inspection it was observed that there was no paper towels in the bathroom for the school age children.
Correction deadline
November 20, 2023
Correction status
Correction evaluated December 5, 2023
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.4405 - Location of Handwashing Sink
Official code
746.4405
Higher concern: Facility condition
Report finding
During the inspection it was observed that the outdoor areas did not have loose fill where the slides, rocking equipment, or climbing equipment were.
Correction deadline
November 27, 2023
Correction status
Correction evaluated December 5, 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 the inspection it was observed that the bathroom in the school age classroom had cleaning supplies on the floor and on a low shelf. There was also clorox wipes on a shelf in the room next to the snacks that the children were being served.
Correction deadline
November 20, 2023
Correction status
Correction evaluated December 5, 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: Other violations
Report finding
During the inspection it was observed that there was a swing in the toddler playground that was attached to a play structure.
Correction deadline
November 20, 2023
Correction status
Correction evaluated December 5, 2023
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.4701(c) - Requirements for Swings - Not Attached to a Composite Structure
Official code
746.4701(c)
Higher concern: Background screening
Report finding
During the inspection there was a caregiver with a provisional background that stated they could not be alone in ratio, this caregiver was alone with a group of 9 children, ages 2-4 years old when I arrived at the operation.
Correction deadline
November 20, 2023
Correction status
Correction evaluated December 5, 2023
More details
Official Texas risk level
High
Report section
745.635(3) - AP Background ck determination - If provisionally eligible w/conditions or eligible w/conditions you must restrict duties per conditions/restrictions
Official code
745.635(3)
Higher concern: Sleep safety
Report finding
During the inspection it was observed that there were pack n plays that had a mattress that did not fit wall to wall, was not designed for the pack n play it was on, and there was added foam padding between the mattress and fitted sheet. This was re-cited.
Correction deadline
November 21, 2023
Correction status
Correction evaluated December 5, 2023
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)
Higher concern: Other violations
Report finding
During the inspection it was observed that a caregiver sat down to feed an infant their bottle and did not wash their hands first.
Correction deadline
November 20, 2023
Correction status
Correction evaluated December 5, 2023
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.3415(2) - Employee Handwashing Before Feeding a Child
Official code
746.3415(2)
Medium concern: Facility condition
Report finding
During the inspection it was observed that there was a changing table in the pre k room with no sink in this area.
Correction deadline
November 20, 2023
Correction status
Correction evaluated December 5, 2023
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.4403(a) - Handwashing Sink in Diaper-Changing Area
Official code
746.4403(a)
Medium concern: Individual needs and accommodations
Report finding
During the inspection it was observed that it was 72 degress and sunny outside, however the children had not been outside the day of the inspection. The playground was not muddy and the play equiptment was not wet.
Correction deadline
November 20, 2023
Correction status
Correction evaluated December 5, 2023
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.2203(b) - Written Activity Plans - Plan Followed by Caregiver
Official code
746.2203(b)
View official report
Higher concern: Other violations
Report finding
During the investigation inspection it was observed that a caregiver was changing diapers, with gloves on, however wasn't washing their hands after taking the gloves off and before putting new ones on.
Correction deadline
October 26, 2023
Correction status
Correction evaluated November 20, 2023
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.3415(13) - Employee Handwashing After Removing Gloves
Official code
746.3415(13)
Higher concern: Other violations
Report finding
During the investigation inspection it was observed that the floor in the school age room was not in good repair and due to this not able to be effectively sanitized.
Correction deadline
November 9, 2023
Correction status
Correction evaluated November 20, 2023
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.3407(9) - Floors, ceilings and Walls in Good Repair and Clean
Official code
746.3407(9)
Higher concern: Sleep safety
Report finding
During the investigation inspection it was observed that there was pack n plays that had a mattress that did not fit wall to wall, was not designed for the pack n play it was on, and there was added foam padding between the mattress and fitted sheet.
Correction deadline
October 30, 2023
Correction status
Correction evaluated November 20, 2023
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)
Higher concern: Facility condition
Report finding
During the investigation inspection it was observed that a child did not wash their hands, and was not assisted on washing their hands, after their diaper was changed.
Correction deadline
October 26, 2023
Correction status
Correction evaluated November 20, 2023
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.3417(3) - Children Handwashing After Toileting or Diapering
Official code
746.3417(3)
View official report
Higher concern: Child guidance
Report finding
During the investigation it was found that the operation was using forms of prohibited punishment by having the children do wall sits, and other forms of exercise, as a way to control their behavior.
Correction deadline
November 16, 2023
Correction status
Correction evaluated November 20, 2023
More details
Official Texas risk level
High
Report section
746.2805 - Prohibited Punishments - No Harsh, Cruel or Unusual
Official code
746.2805
View official report
Higher concern: Hazardous access
Report finding
During the investigation it was found that there was a child in care who was allowed to use cleaning supplies at the operation.
Correction deadline
November 8, 2023
Correction status
Correction evaluated November 20, 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: Background screening
Report finding
During the investigation it was found that a person was present at the operation, in a caregiver role, with a background that stated they were not eligible to be present.
Correction status
Correction evaluated November 8, 2023
More details
Official Texas risk level
High
Report section
745.635(2) - AP Background check determination - If ineligible then you must immediately remove subject from operation and confirm to CBCU receipt of notice letter
Official code
745.635(2)
View official report
Higher concern: Staff-to-child ratio
Report finding
Observed 11 infants in a classrooms with 3 caregivers. The specified age for the group of children in that classroom is 0-11 months. The maximum group size for 0-11 months is 10 children. This was corrected when a child was removed from the room.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
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
Higher concern: Facility condition
Report finding
During the inspection there was standing water observed in multiple riding toys in both the toddler and Pre-k playground areas. There was liter observed on the Pre-k playground.
Correction deadline
May 2, 2023
Correction status
Correction evaluated May 3, 2023
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
Official code
746.3407