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Open Door Preschool at M Station

2918 E MARTIN LUTHER KING JR B, Austin, TX 78702-1660

Operation number:
1382606
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:
98
License effective:
April 27, 2012
Hours:
07:15 AM-05:45 PM
Days:
Mon,Tue,Wed,Thu,Fri
Phone:
5126107383
Email:
christal@opendoorpreschool.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 17 available inspections for Open Door Preschool at M Station from October 1, 2021 through March 5, 2026.

Five inspections recorded violations, with 18 recorded violations in total.

The most recent higher-concern violation was on May 24, 2024 and involved transportation.

Seven later inspections, from July 26, 2024 through March 5, 2026, showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether they were formal follow-ups.

At a glance

Total inspections
17

3 in last 12 months

Recorded violations
18

0 in last 12 months

Higher-concern violations
13

0 in last 12 months

Repeated topics
0

Last 36 months

Local comparison

17 total inspections vs 12 local median in 78702

Compared to 11 local facilities

Recorded violations per inspection

This provider
1.06
Local median
0.6

Inspections with higher-concern violations

This provider
29%
Local median
13%

Inspections with recorded violations

This provider
29%
Local median
29%

Repeated topics

This provider
0
Local average
0.18

Repeated topics

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

No repeated topics found

The available reports do not show the same violation topic appearing in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. Review the inspection history below for any one-time violations or report details.

Inspection history

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

Higher concern: Transportation
Report finding
The van used for transportation did not have a safety system alarm.
Correction deadline
July 25, 2024
Correction status
Correction evaluated July 26, 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: Supervision
Report finding
A child was left unsupervised in the classroom for approximately one minute when the class left the room for a fire drill. This was self reported. This was corrected at the time of the inspection when all caregivers were observed supervising in compliance with minimum standards. The caregiver was counseled and retrained on supervision and transitions.
Correction deadline
July 20, 2023
Correction status
Correction evaluated July 26, 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)
View official report
Higher concern: Hazardous access
Report finding
There is still tubing protruding out of the ground on the playground causing a tripping hazard. In one classroom a fan was on a low shelf accessible to children.
Correction deadline
August 12, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated August 18, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.3701 - Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
Official code
746.3701
Higher concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
One child with a known food allergy is missing a food allergy action plan.
Correction deadline
July 28, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated August 3, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.3819 - Food Allergy Emergency Plan Signed by Parents and Health Care Professional
Official code
746.3819
Higher concern: Hazardous access
Report finding
There is tubing protruding out of the ground on the playground causing a tripping hazard. There is also trash around the playground accessible to children.
Correction deadline
July 29, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated August 10, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.3701 - Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
Official code
746.3701
Higher concern: Medication
Report finding
One child is missing completed medication authorization.
Correction deadline
July 28, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated July 29, 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: Facility condition
Correction status
Correction evaluated August 31, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.3401(a) - Annual Sanitation Inspection
Official code
746.3401(a)
Medium concern: Sleep safety
Report finding
One classroom labels nap mats using numbers, a name to number list was not available.
Correction deadline
July 28, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated August 10, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.4503(b) - Cots, Beds, Mats Labeled With Child's Name
Official code
746.4503(b)
Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
Out of 10 staff files reviewed, 3 were missing training on administering medication, one was missing training on food allergies, and one was missing hazardous material training.
Correction deadline
August 29, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated August 24, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.1309(e) - Documented Annual Training- Required Content
Official code
746.1309(e)
Higher concern: Supervision
Report finding
Two caregivers were observed on their personal devices during nap time.
Correction deadline
July 28, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated August 10, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.1203(6) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Free of other activities
Official code
746.1203(6)
Higher concern: Staff training
Report finding
Out of 10 staff files reviewed one was missing First Aid/CPR.
Correction deadline
September 15, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated September 1, 2022
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
Out of 10 staff files reviewed 6 were missing documentation of completing orientation.
Correction deadline
August 4, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated August 3, 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)
Higher concern: Health or food records
Report finding
Two children did not have all of the immunizations required for their age group.
Correction deadline
August 29, 2022
Correction status
Correction evaluated August 8, 2022
More details
Official Texas risk level
High
Report section
746.613(a) - Required Immunizations
Official code
746.613(a)
View official report
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
Three children were missing health statements in their files.
Correction deadline
October 29, 2021
Correction status
Correction evaluated October 27, 2021
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium
Report section
746.603(a)(3) - Children's Records - Health Statement
Official code
746.603(a)(3)
Medium concern: Recordkeeping
Report finding
Two staff members were missing the notarized Licensing Affidavit for Applicants for Employment.
Correction deadline
October 8, 2021
Correction status
Correction evaluated October 4, 2021
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium Low
Report section
746.901(4) - Required Personnel Records - Required Affidavit
Official code
746.901(4)
Higher concern: Staff training
Report finding
Eight caregivers did not get all of their annual training hours in all the subjects required.
Correction deadline
October 29, 2021
Correction status
Correction evaluated November 1, 2021
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.1301(5)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees and Caregivers - 24 Annual Training
Official code
746.1301(5)(A)
Higher concern: Staff training
Report finding
The director did not get all of her annual training hours in all the subjects required.
Correction deadline
October 29, 2021
Correction status
Correction evaluated November 1, 2021
More details
Official Texas risk level
Medium High
Report section
746.1301(6)(A) - Training Requirements for Directors 30- Annual Training
Official code
746.1301(6)(A)
Higher concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
The operation did not have a current fire inspection.
Correction deadline
October 29, 2021
Correction status
Correction evaluated October 28, 2021
More details
Official Texas risk level
High
Report section
746.5101(a) - Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
Official code
746.5101(a)