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Kidz First Learning Academy
A licensed child care center in Athens, Texas, with its state inspection history from Texas Health and Human Services (HHSC).
Program details
Program type: Licensed child care center
Address: 1600 ROCKY RIDGE RD, Athens, TX 75751
County: Henderson County
Phone: (903) 292-5132
Licensed to serve: Infant, Toddler, Pre-Kindergarten, School
Licensed capacity: 115 children
State ID (HHSC operation number): 1649832
Permit: Full Permit, issued December 5, 2017
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
- 12 inspections
- 5 investigations
- 13 citations from these visits (risk level: High 2, Medium High 8, Medium 2, Low 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 November 12, 2021 to October 29, 2026, newest first: 40 visits and 51 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 29, 2026 · Inspection · Findings pending
February 17, 2026 · Inspection · 4 citations
746.1315(b) - Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric CPR
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: March 20, 2026 · Correction verified: March 9, 2026 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
The director did not have current CPR training.
746.613(a) - Required Immunizations
Risk level: High · Correct-by date in the state file: March 6, 2026 · Correction verified: March 9, 2026 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
While reviewing immunization records, 1 child did not have an immunization record in their file.
746.3317(6) - Food Service and Preparation Requirement - Use Sanitary Holders
Risk level: Medium High · Corrected during the visit · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
While serving morning snack, it was observed that the food was being placed directly on the table and not on a plate, napkin, or other sanitary manner. This was corrected when the caregivers gave each child a napkin to place their food on.
746.501(a)(1) - Written Operational Policies - Operating Times
Risk level: Medium · Correct-by date in the state file: February 27, 2026 · Correction verified: March 9, 2026 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
The operation was not able to provide the operational policies for review.
January 6, 2026 · Inspection · No citations
November 20, 2025 · Inspection · No citations
November 18, 2025 · Investigation · 2 citations
746.5607(d) - Child Passenger Safety Seat System - Child 12 Years and Younger Must Not Ride in Front Seat
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: December 10, 2025 · Correction verified: January 6, 2026 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
This standard was reviewed during an investigation and found deficient. There is evidence to support that young children are being placed in the front seat during transportation to the operation.
746.5613 - One Seat Belt Per Person
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: December 10, 2025 · Correction verified: January 6, 2026 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
This standard was reviewed during an investigation and found deficient. There is evidence to support that multiple children are being buckled in the same seatbelt.
September 23, 2025 · Inspection · 1 citation
746.611(a)(1) - Required Health Statement - Written, dated within past year, indicates child is physically able to participate in operation's child-care program
Risk level: Low · Correct-by date in the state file: October 14, 2025 · Correction verified: October 20, 2025 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
While reviewing files, 9 children files did not have a health statement.
April 9, 2025 · Inspection · No citations
March 25, 2025 · Inspection · 5 citations
746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: March 25, 2025 · Correction verified: April 9, 2025 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
While doing a walk through, one caregiver was supervising 14 children aged 12 months-2 on the playground. This was corrected when a second caregiver joined the caregiver on the playground.
746.1315(a) - Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric first aid with rescue breathing and choking.
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: April 25, 2025 · Correction verified: April 9, 2025 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
While reviewing personnel files, 2 caregivers did not have current CPR/First Aid training.
746.401(1) - Posting Requirements - License
Risk level: Medium · Correct-by date in the state file: April 4, 2025 · Correction verified: April 9, 2025 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
The operation did not have the licenses posted.
746.613(b) - Immunization Records, Exceptions, and Exemptions Current
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: April 11, 2025 · Correction verified: April 7, 2025 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
While reviewing children's files for the HASA, 2 children did not have updated immunizations.
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: March 25, 2025 · Correction verified: April 9, 2025 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
While doing a walk through of the operation, a caregiver walked off the playground to go potty leaving a group of children unsupervised. This was corrected when the director stepped outside with the children.
July 22, 2024 · Inspection · No citations
July 18, 2024 · Investigation · No citations
July 18, 2024 · Inspection · 1 citation
746.1301(a)(6)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - 30 Annual Training
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: August 8, 2024 · Correction verified: August 23, 2024 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
While reviewing the director's file, there were only 17 of the required 30 hours availbale for review.
June 24, 2024 · Inspection · No citations
June 20, 2024 · Investigation (the program reported it to the state) · No citations
June 18, 2024 · Inspection · No citations
June 14, 2024 · Investigation · No citations
June 11, 2024 · Inspection · No citations
June 7, 2024 · Investigation · No citations
September 7, 2023 · Inspection · 1 citation
746.2409(a)(1) - Safety Requirements for Cribs - Snug Fitting, Firm, Flat Mattress Designed for Use in Crib
Risk level: Medium High · Corrected during the visit · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
A crib sheet was observed to be loose fitting and bundled up when an infant was sleeping. This was discussed with the caregivers and corrected at inspection.
August 16, 2023 · Inspection · 7 citations
746.4751(b) - Maintenance Procedures for Active Play - Monthly Maintenance Checklist
Risk level: Medium · Correct-by date in the state file: August 23, 2023 · Correction verified: September 7, 2023 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
The HASA was conducted and the grounds checklist has not been conducted in the last 3 months.
746.1315(a) - Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric first aid with rescue breathing and choking.
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: August 30, 2023 · Correction verified: September 1, 2023 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
The inspector's notes for this citation may name a person, so we don't show them here. They are in the official record.
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: August 16, 2023 · Correction verified: September 7, 2023 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
During inspection a caregiver walked out of the breakfast area leaving 4 children alone to switch places with a caregiver outside.
746.2207(c)(4) - Screen Time Activities - Not Used During Eating or Rest Times
Risk level: Medium · Correct-by date in the state file: August 16, 2023 · Correction verified: September 7, 2023 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No
Inspector's notes (as published)
During inspection it was observed that the children were eating their breakfast upon arrival and watching television.
746.4901(a) - Active Play Surfacing In Use Zones - Loose Fill or Unitary Surfacing
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: August 30, 2023 · Correction verified: September 7, 2023 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
A piece of equipment that bounces did not have the proper depth of loose fill around and under it as required.
746.3407(12) - Mark Cleaning Supplies, Toxic Materials; Keep Separate from Food and Inaccessible to Children
Risk level: High · Correct-by date in the state file: August 16, 2023 · Correction verified: September 7, 2023 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
During inspection there was a container of lysol wipes and hand sanitizer on the shelf within the reach of the children.
746.2203(a) - Written Activity Plans
Risk level: Medium · Correct-by date in the state file: August 23, 2023 · Correction verified: September 7, 2023 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
There were no activity plans posted in the classrooms.
June 15, 2023 · Inspection · No citations
June 13, 2023 · Investigation · No citations
April 28, 2023 · Inspection · No citations
April 24, 2023 · Investigation (the program reported it to the state) · No citations
March 9, 2023 · Inspection · No citations
February 23, 2023 · Inspection · No citations
February 16, 2023 · Inspection · 2 citations
746.2417(2)(B) - Activities for Infants - Not in Restrictive Device for more than 15 Minutes
Risk level: High · Correct-by date in the state file: February 16, 2023 · Correction verified: February 23, 2023 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
During follow up inspection, 1 infant was observed in a restrictive device for 50 minutes.
746.2407 - Infant Care Area Furnishings and Equipment -Use of Safety Straps
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: February 16, 2023 · Correction verified: February 23, 2023 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
During follow up inspection, 1 infant was observed unbuckled in the highchair table.
February 6, 2023 · Inspection · 4 citations
746.305(a)(1) - Report Unsafe Facility Occurrence
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: February 6, 2023 · Correction verified: February 16, 2023 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
The operation was closed 1/31/23 - 2/3/23 due to weather and did not notify CCR.
746.1203(3) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know Children's Names and Ages
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: February 6, 2023 · Correction verified: February 16, 2023 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
During POA inspection, the infant caregivers did not know the information for 1 infant they were responsible for.
746.2421(a) - Written Feeding Instructions - Signed and Dated by Parent or Health-Care Professional
Risk level: Medium · Correct-by date in the state file: February 10, 2023 · Correction verified: February 13, 2023 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
During POA inspection, the infant feeding sheets were not updated. One bottle fed infant did not have an infant feeding sheet.
746.2407 - Infant Care Area Furnishings and Equipment -Use of Safety Straps
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: February 6, 2023 · Correction verified: February 16, 2023 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
During POA inspection, 1 infant was observed unbuckled in the highchair table.
December 12, 2022 · Inspection · No citations
November 30, 2022 · Inspection · 4 citations
746.2421(b) - Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days
Risk level: Medium · Correct-by date in the state file: December 2, 2022 · Correction verified: December 6, 2022 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
During inspection, three bottle fed infants did not have updated feeding instruction sheets.
746.2426 - Infant May Not Sleep in a Restrictive Device
Risk level: High · Correct-by date in the state file: November 30, 2022 · Correction verified: December 12, 2022 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
The inspector's notes for this citation may name a person, so we don't show them here. They are in the official record.
746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: November 30, 2022 · Correction verified: December 12, 2022 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
During inspection, two classes were out of ratio. The two year old class was out of ratio by one child. The three year old class was out of ratio by three.
746.1301(2)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees and Caregivers - Pre-service Training
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: December 7, 2022 · Correction verified: December 6, 2022 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
One non-exempt caregiver with no previous training was counted in ratio before having the required 8 hours of training.
October 12, 2022 · Inspection · 3 citations
746.801(10) - Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Safety Documentation for Emergency Drills, Fire Extinguishers, & Smoke Detectors
Risk level: Medium · Correct-by date in the state file: October 28, 2022 · Correction verified: October 27, 2022 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No
Inspector's notes (as published)
During inspection the emergency drills and detector monitoring was unavailable.
746.603(a) - Children's Records Maintained
Risk level: Medium · Correct-by date in the state file: October 28, 2022 · Correction verified: October 27, 2022 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No
Inspector's notes (as published)
During inspection, 6 records were reviewed and 2 were missing updated immunization records.
746.1301(2)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees and Caregivers - Pre-service Training
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: October 28, 2022 · Correction verified: October 27, 2022 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No
Inspector's notes (as published)
During inspection, 6 staff records were reviewed and not maintained.
September 28, 2022 · Inspection · 5 citations
746.603(a) - Children's Records Maintained
Risk level: Medium · Correct-by date in the state file: October 12, 2022 · Correction verified: October 12, 2022 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No
Inspector's notes (as published)
During inspection, 6 records were reviewed and not maintained.
746.1203(4) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Supervision of Children
Risk level: High · Correct-by date in the state file: September 28, 2022 · Correction verified: October 12, 2022 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
During inspection, a 3 year old child was observed alone and unsupervised in the bathroom. CCR Inspector returned child to teacher. Teacher advised they were not aware child was gone.
746.3417(3) - Children Handwashing After Toileting or Diapering
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: September 28, 2022 · Correction verified: October 12, 2022 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
During inspection, 3 diaper changes were observed and all 3 did not wash the infants hands.
746.801(10) - Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Safety Documentation for Emergency Drills, Fire Extinguishers, & Smoke Detectors
Risk level: Medium · Correct-by date in the state file: October 12, 2022 · Correction verified: October 12, 2022 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No
Inspector's notes (as published)
During inspection the emergency drills and detector monitoring was unavailable.
746.1301(2)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees and Caregivers - Pre-service Training
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: October 12, 2022 · Correction verified: October 12, 2022 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
During inspection, 6 staff records were reviewed and not maintained.
September 1, 2022 · Inspection · No citations
August 25, 2022 · 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 · Correct-by date in the state file: August 27, 2022 · Correction verified: September 1, 2022 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
A follow up was conducted. A caregiver was present supervising children alone and did not have an eligible status to be present.
August 16, 2022 · Investigation · No citations
August 10, 2022 · Inspection · 2 citations
746.2426 - Infant May Not Sleep in a Restrictive Device
Risk level: High · Correct-by date in the state file: August 10, 2022 · Correction verified: August 25, 2022 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
During inspection, 1 infant was observed asleep in a swing. 2 infants were observed in the high chair table unstrapped. 2 infants were in highchairs unstrapped. TA was provided and the infants were removed from the restrictive devices.
746.1203(4) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Supervision of Children
Risk level: High · Correct-by date in the state file: August 10, 2022 · Correction verified: August 25, 2022 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
During inspection at naptime, it was observed 1 caregiver was supervising 3 areas of children. 1 classroom had 12 children ages 3 yrs - 5rs napping. 1 classroom had 14 children ages 1 yr - 2 yrs napping with the door closed and no teacher inside the room. The open area had 4 children ages 7yrs - 9yrs resting.
August 9, 2022 · Investigation · 3 citations
746.2407 - Infant Care Area Furnishings and Equipment -Use of Safety Straps
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: August 22, 2022 · Correction verified: August 25, 2022 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
During inspection, 2 infants were observed unstrapped in the high chair table.
746.2805(10) - Prohibited Punishments - Using Inappropriate Long Period of Silence or Inactivity Including Requiring Child to Remain in a Restrictive Device
Risk level: High · Correct-by date in the state file: August 22, 2022 · Correction verified: August 25, 2022 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
This standard was reviewed in relation to the reported allegation and found to be deficient. Caregivers advised that children are strapped into high chairs while other tasks, such as diapering other children, are conducted.
745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
Risk level: High · Correct-by date in the state file: August 22, 2022 · Correction verified: August 25, 2022 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
The operation allowed a newly hired staff member to be present at the operation before receiving notice from the CBCU regarding the person's eligibility. Another citation related to background checks within the next 6 months may result in a penalty. Another citation related to background checks within the next 6 months may result in an additional penalty and other enforcement actions. An Administrative penalty in the amount of 100% of the daily maximum, per HRC 42.078(a-2) will be recommended as a result of this citation.
May 19, 2022 · Inspection · No citations
May 6, 2022 · Inspection · 6 citations
746.3505(e) - Diapering Procedures - Sanitizing Diaper Changing Area
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: May 6, 2022 · Correction verified: May 19, 2022 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No
Inspector's notes (as published)
While reviewing video footage it was found that caregivers were not sanitizing the diaper changing mat after use.
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 6, 2022 · Correction verified: May 19, 2022 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
This standard was found to out of compliance when reviewing video footage. It was found that the operation's caregivers did not demonstrate good judgment when they left a toddler in a high chair for 2 and a half hours during the morning.
746.2426 - Infant May Not Sleep in a Restrictive Device
Risk level: High · Correct-by date in the state file: May 6, 2022 · Correction verified: May 19, 2022 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
This Standard was found to be out of compliance while reviewing video footage. Video shows that a child was left sleeping in a restrictive device.
746.3415(4) - Employee Handwashing After Diapering a Child
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: May 6, 2022 · Correction verified: May 19, 2022 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No
Inspector's notes (as published)
While reviewing video footage it was found that caregivers were not washing their hands after diaper changes. The caregivers were also not cleaning the infants hands either.
746.2207(c)(3) - Screen Time Activities - Not Exceed One Hour Daily
Risk level: Medium · Correct-by date in the state file: May 6, 2022 · Correction verified: May 19, 2022 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No
Inspector's notes (as published)
While reviewing video footage it was found that the operation kept their television on for 2 and a half hours in the morning with children.
746.2203(b) - Written Activity Plans - Plan Followed by Caregiver
Risk level: Medium · Correct-by date in the state file: May 6, 2022 · Correction verified: May 19, 2022 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No
The inspector's notes for this citation may name a person, so we don't show them here. They are in the official record.
May 4, 2022 · Investigation · No citations
November 12, 2021 · Inspection · No citations
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All three are published by the Texas Health and Human Services Commission, Child Care Licensing, on data.texas.gov under CC0 1.0. State files updated November 12, 2026. We show the state's text as published, except that we restore apostrophes the files print as "?". Program details last checked October 21, 2026.