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South Willis KinderCare
A licensed child care center in Abilene, Texas, with its state inspection history from Texas Health and Human Services (HHSC).
Program details
Program type: Licensed child care center
Address: 2309 S WILLIS ST, Abilene, TX 79605
County: Taylor County
Phone: (325) 698-1878
Licensed to serve: Infant, Toddler, Pre-Kindergarten, School
Licensed capacity: 100 children
State ID (HHSC operation number): 64980
Permit: Full Permit, issued June 3, 1986
On corrective action (HHSC): No
On adverse action (HHSC): No
Corrective action and adverse action are formal steps Texas HHSC can take on a permit. The official record explains any that apply.
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Inspection history
From November 12, 2023 to November 12, 2026
- 23 inspections
- 8 investigations
- 21 citations from these visits (risk level: High 13, Medium High 7, Medium 1)
A citation means an inspector found a rule wasn't met at the time of the visit; many are corrected the same day. Read the official record for details.
Below is every visit in the state's files from August 25, 2022 to October 27, 2026, newest first: 57 visits and 37 citations in all, so the totals can be higher than the 3-year counts above. An investigation is a visit to look into a report or complaint; many find no citations. Risk level is the level Texas HHSC assigns to each rule, from low to high, as published. Technical assistance means the inspector gave guidance on the rule. The state's file does not say whether the "correct-by" date is a deadline or the day the problem was fixed, so it can fall after the verified date or in the future.
October 27, 2026 · Inspection · Findings pending
July 14, 2026 · Inspection · No citations
June 26, 2026 · Investigation · No citations
June 24, 2026 · Inspection · No citations
June 16, 2026 · Investigation · No citations
June 11, 2026 · Inspection · No citations
June 8, 2026 · Investigation (the program reported it to the state) · 2 citations
746.2805(5) - Prohibited Punishments - Humiliating, Rejecting, Yelling
Risk level: High · Correct-by date in the state file: July 2, 2026 · Correction verified: July 14, 2026 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
It was determined through the course of the investigation that a caregiver has been witnessed yelling at children in care.
746.2805(3) - Prohibited Punishments - Grabbing and Pulling
Risk level: High · Correct-by date in the state file: July 2, 2026 · Correction verified: July 14, 2026 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
It was determined through the course of the investigation that a caregiver has been witnessed pulling a child in care.
February 4, 2026 · Inspection · 1 citation
746.3701(10) - Safety - Televisions Anchored to Prevent Tip Over
Risk level: Medium High · Corrected during the visit · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
A Television in the 4 year old room was not mounted or anchored. This was corrected at inspection when the television was removed from the classroom.
December 9, 2025 · Inspection · No citations
November 7, 2025 · Inspection · No citations
October 29, 2025 · Investigation · 2 citations
746.2805(5) - Prohibited Punishments - Humiliating, Rejecting, Yelling
Risk level: High · Correct-by date in the state file: January 28, 2026 · Correction verified: February 4, 2026 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
It was determined through the course of the investigation that caregivers have been witnessed yelling at children in care.
746.305(a)(2) - AP Report Child Injury Requiring Medical Treatment by a Health-Care Professional or Hospitalization
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: January 28, 2026 · Correction verified: February 4, 2026 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
It was determined throughout the course of the Investigation that a child in care was injured at the operation and cast was placed on the child's arm. The incident occurred on 10/28/2025. This incident was not reported to CCR by the operation.
August 29, 2025 · Inspection · No citations
August 13, 2025 · Inspection · No citations
August 6, 2025 · Inspection · 2 citations
746.2427(a) - AP Must Place Infants in Face up Sleeping Position or Must Have Completed and Signed Sleep Exception Form for the Infant
Risk level: High · Correct-by date in the state file: August 6, 2025 · Correction verified: August 13, 2025 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
The infant caregiver was observed placing the infant on their stomach to sleep. This was immediately corrected during the inspection when CCR prompted the caregiver to place the infant on their back.
746.4309 - Fenced Outdoor Activity Space -Gates Locked
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: August 6, 2025 · Correction verified: August 13, 2025 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
During the inspection the playground gate was observed to be locked. The caregiver did not have the key on their persons while supervising children in care on the playground. This was immediately corrected during the inspection by placing the key to the gate by the exit door for caregivers to access while outside.
July 15, 2025 · Investigation (the program reported it to the state) · 1 citation
746.305(a)(2) - AP Report Child Injury Requiring Medical Treatment by a Health-Care Professional or Hospitalization
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: August 26, 2025 · Correction verified: August 29, 2025 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
It was determined throughout the course of the HHS Investigation a child in care was injured at the operation and subsequently sought medical treatment. The incident occurred on 7/10/2025. The incident was not reported to CCR until 7/15/2025 during an investigation inspection.
July 15, 2025 · Inspection · No citations
April 22, 2025 · Inspection · No citations
April 11, 2025 · Inspection · 1 citation
745.8411(a) - Responsibilities - Not interfere with an inspection or investigation
Risk level: High · Correct-by date in the state file: April 11, 2025 · Correction verified: April 22, 2025 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
CCR arrived at the facility. CCR rang the doorbell numerous times. CCR contacted operation staff by phone after no personnel answered the door. Operation staff still did not come to the door. Operation staff on the playground observed CCR waiting at the door and still did not answer. It was approximately 8-9 minutes before CCR was allowed access to the building. CCR was eventually allowed access inside the building by a parent, not personnel.
April 10, 2025 · Investigation · 2 citations
746.305(a)(1) - Report Unsafe Facility Occurrence
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: April 16, 2025 · Correction verified: April 22, 2025 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
It was determined throughout the course of the HHS Investigation that children in care were exposed to unsanitary conditions regarding plumbing concerns. The unsanitary conditions started on 4/8/25. CCR arrived at the facility to investigate on 4/11/25.
746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: April 11, 2025 · Correction verified: April 22, 2025 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
The toilets at the center were not functioning and overflowing when CCR tested. The contaminated water from the toilets was overflowing onto the floors. This was immediately corrected when children in care were sent home due to unsanitary conditions.
April 3, 2025 · Inspection · 1 citation
745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
Risk level: High · Corrected during the visit · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
Two employees were present and actively supervising children in care in a classroom without an eligible background check. This was immediately corrected during the inspection placing the operation back into compliance.
January 27, 2025 · Inspection · 1 citation
746.2209 - Posting of Activity Plan
Risk level: Medium · Correct-by date in the state file: January 29, 2025 · Correction verified: January 29, 2025 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
Current activity plans were not posted in the classrooms.
December 18, 2024 · Inspection · No citations
November 27, 2024 · Inspection · No citations
November 19, 2024 · Inspection · 2 citations
745.903(2) - Controlling Person - Submit Controlling Person Form to Licensing within two days after a person becomes a controlling person. See TAC 745.901
Risk level: High · Correct-by date in the state file: November 21, 2024 · Correction verified: November 25, 2024 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
A governing body change was not updated as required. The new area director started on 10/1/24. The new area director was not listed as a controlling person during the inspection.
746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: November 21, 2024 · Correction verified: November 27, 2024 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
During the unannounced walk-through inspection there were numerous hazards observed. The toilets utilized by children in care were dirty with either urine/fecal matter or both. There was what appeared to be possible mold underneath a refrigerator in a classroom. There were cleaning supplies accessible in a bathoom utilized by children in care. This was immediatly corrected during the isnpection by removing the cleaning supplies. There were mice droppings observed inside the operation.
November 15, 2024 · Investigation · 5 citations
746.1201(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
Risk level: High · Correct-by date in the state file: December 13, 2024 · Correction verified: December 18, 2024 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
It was determined throughout the course of the HHS Investigation that caregivers lacked good judgment when they were screaming at one another, using profanity, and threatening one another while children were in care. The director failed to address numerous health or safety concerns such as mold, mice, and mice droppings. The permit holder failed to utilize good judgment when interviewing an operational employee with the director present, breaching confidentiality.
746.2805(5) - Prohibited Punishments - Humiliating, Rejecting, Yelling
Risk level: High · Correct-by date in the state file: December 13, 2024 · Correction verified: December 18, 2024 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
An operational staff was observed yelling at numerous children in care on numerous occasions when the children wouldn't listen or behave.
746.305(a)(6) - Report Situation Placing Children at Risk
Risk level: High · Correct-by date in the state file: December 13, 2024 · Correction verified: December 18, 2024 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
It was determined throughout the course of the HHS Investigation that numerous operational staff failed to report to CCR when they had concerns of minimum standard violations.
746.3703(b) - No Alcohol or Controlled Substances Consumed
Risk level: High · Correct-by date in the state file: December 13, 2024 · Correction verified: December 18, 2024 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
It was determined throughout the course of the HHS Investigation that an operational employee was under the influence of alcohol while present at the operation during operating hours and actively on the clock.
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
Risk level: High · Correct-by date in the state file: December 13, 2024 · Correction verified: December 18, 2024 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
An operational employee responsible for children in care and counted in child/caregiver ratio failed to maintain supervision on multiple occasions. The employee went to the office to retrieve their computer, their phone, or to work. The employee also left the classroom unattended to answer the door.
November 1, 2024 · Inspection · No citations
October 31, 2024 · Investigation · 1 citation
746.2805(3) - Prohibited Punishments - Grabbing and Pulling
Risk level: High · Correct-by date in the state file: November 27, 2024 · Correction verified: November 27, 2024 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
It was determined throughout the course of the HHS investigation that an operational employee grabbed and pulled children in care on more than one occasion.
September 30, 2024 · Inspection · No citations
August 26, 2024 · Inspection · No citations
February 7, 2024 · Inspection · No citations
November 17, 2023 · Inspection · No citations
September 7, 2023 · Inspection · No citations
August 24, 2023 · Inspection · No citations
July 27, 2023 · Inspection · 3 citations
746.2421(b) - Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days
Risk level: Medium · Correct-by date in the state file: July 27, 2023 · Correction verified: July 28, 2023 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
Two infant files did no have updated infant feeding instructions.
746.901 - Required Personnel Records
Risk level: Medium · Correct-by date in the state file: August 23, 2023 · Correction verified: August 24, 2023 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
During the inspection 10 personnel files were audited. 3 files were missing date of hire. 6 files were missing high school diploma/GED. 3 files were missing affidavit of employment. 1 file was missing an acknowledgment signed for operational policies and procedures. 1 file was missing a photo identification/drivers license. 2 files were missing proof of orientation. 1 file was missing proof of background check. All files were missing the required annual trainings as they could not be located by the person in charge.
746.613(b) - Immunization Records, Exceptions, and Exemptions Current
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: August 23, 2023 · Correction verified: August 24, 2023 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
During the inspection 10 children records were audited. 4 files did not have current immunization records. 1 file did not have health care information. 2 files did not have emergency care authorization. 1 file did not have a current vision/hearing screening for a child in care.
June 7, 2023 · Inspection · No citations
May 4, 2023 · Inspection · No citations
May 2, 2023 · Investigation · 3 citations
746.1003(2) - Director Responsibilities - Employees Comply with Standards
Risk level: Medium · Correct-by date in the state file: May 26, 2023 · Correction verified: June 7, 2023 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
Throughout the course of the HHS investigation, it was determined that an operational employee designated in charge violated numerous minimum standards and was not routinely present at the operation.
746.1201(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
Risk level: High · Correct-by date in the state file: May 26, 2023 · Correction verified: June 7, 2023 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
It was determined throughout the course of the HHS investigation that operational staff that were left in charge lacked self-control when the staff yelled, threatened, and harassed other operational staff and parents on multiple occasions when children in care were present. The same operational employee used profanity around children in care while yelling at operational staff in front of children in care. The same operational employee also violated the operation's tobacco free policy and procedures by bringing a vape pen on the premises. Another operational staff lacked good judgment when the staff notified a parent in advance of a CPS case filed to give "fair-warning."
746.1201(5) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers-Report Suspected Child Abuse, Neglect or Exploitation
Risk level: High · Correct-by date in the state file: May 26, 2023 · Correction verified: June 7, 2023 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
It was determined throughout the course of the investigation that operational employees failed to report abuse neglect concerns to CPS when they became aware of the situation requiring them to report to the hotline.
May 1, 2023 · Inspection · No citations
April 27, 2023 · Investigation · 3 citations
746.305(a)(6) - Report Situation Placing Children at Risk
Risk level: High · Correct-by date in the state file: May 26, 2023 · Correction verified: June 7, 2023 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
It was determined throughout the course of the HHS investigation that operational staff did not report concerns to CCR regarding prohibited punishment by a caregiver with children in care.
746.2805 - Prohibited Punishments - No Harsh, Cruel or Unusual
Risk level: High · Correct-by date in the state file: May 26, 2023 · Correction verified: June 7, 2023 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
It was determined throughout the course of the HHS investigation that children in care were harshly treated by a caregiver when the caregiver yelled, shoved, lifted a child up by their shirt, picked children up by their arm off of the ground, and threw children in care on their cots when they wouldn't sleep.
746.1201(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
Risk level: High · Correct-by date in the state file: May 26, 2023 · Correction verified: June 7, 2023 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
It was determined throughout the course of the HHS investigation that a caregiver failed to utilize good judgment when she frequently cursed towards and in front of the children in care. The same caregiver also lacked self-control when becoming frustrated with the children in care.
April 13, 2023 · Inspection · No citations
April 12, 2023 · Investigation (the program reported it to the state) · No citations
February 21, 2023 · Inspection · No citations
February 17, 2023 · Investigation · No citations
February 15, 2023 · Inspection · No citations
February 14, 2023 · Investigation · 1 citation
746.2419(8) - Requirements for Feeding Infants - Other Use of Handwashing Sink
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: March 16, 2023 · Correction verified: March 16, 2023 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
It was determined throughout the course of the HHS investigation that the handwashing sink was also utilized for sanitization and disinfecting toys. The handwashing sink was also utilized for washing bottles and sippy cups.
February 7, 2023 · Inspection · No citations
January 30, 2023 · Investigation · No citations
December 29, 2022 · Inspection · No citations
December 6, 2022 · Inspection · No citations
December 2, 2022 · Investigation · 1 citation
746.2805(4) - Prohibited Punishments - Hitting with Hand or Instrument
Risk level: High · Correct-by date in the state file: December 16, 2022 · Correction verified: December 29, 2022 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
It was determined throughout the course of the HHS investigation that a caregiver slapped children's hands. A child in care was forcefully grabbed and forced to the ground. The caregiver also yelled at the children in care.
November 22, 2022 · Inspection · No citations
November 20, 2022 · Investigation · 1 citation
746.4405 - Location of Handwashing Sink
Risk level: Medium · Corrected during the visit · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
During the inspection a bathroom ulitized by children in care did not have soap and paper towels.
September 21, 2022 · Inspection · No citations
September 8, 2022 · Assessment · 1 citation
746.4907(a)(1) - Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Six Inches if Equipment 5 Ft or Less
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: September 29, 2022 · Correction verified: September 21, 2022 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
During the monitoring inspection on 8/25/22 it was determined that the operation's loose fill surfacing was insufficient. On 9/8/22, it was determined that the loose fill still had not been delivered by cooperate office.
September 1, 2022 · Inspection · No citations
August 30, 2022 · Investigation · No citations
August 25, 2022 · Inspection · 3 citations
746.613(b) - Immunization Records, Exceptions, and Exemptions Current
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: September 1, 2022 · Correction verified: September 1, 2022 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
A survey of children's immunization records were reviewed. 2 of the 4 immunization records were not current.
746.1203(4) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Supervision of Children
Risk level: High · Correct-by date in the state file: August 25, 2022 · Correction verified: September 1, 2022 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
During the unannounced monitoring inspection, a 4 year old child in care was observed outside on the playground unsupervised. The 4 year old classroom had entered the building and the child in care was left alone outside for approximately one minute. This was immediately corrected during the inspection by guiding the child in care back inside the building into the classroom.
746.4907(a)(1) - Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Six Inches if Equipment 5 Ft or Less
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: September 8, 2022 · Correction verified: September 8, 2022 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
The mulch was insufficient at the end of the slides on the outdoor playground.
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