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Learn and Laugh Preschool
A licensed child care center in Austin, Texas, with its state inspection history from Texas Health and Human Services (HHSC).
Program details
Program type: Licensed child care center
Address: 11715 FM 2244, Austin, TX 78738
County: Travis County
Phone: (512) 294-2520
Licensed to serve: Infant, Toddler, Pre-Kindergarten, School
Licensed capacity: 43 children
State ID (HHSC operation number): 1684227
Permit: Full Permit, issued January 8, 2019
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
- 15 inspections
- 3 investigations
- 37 citations from these visits (risk level: High 6, Medium High 24, Medium 7)
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 December 15, 2021 to October 13, 2026, newest first: 24 visits and 50 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 13, 2026 · Inspection · No citations
October 6, 2026 · Inspection · 3 citations
746.1203(3)(D) - Personal use of electronic devices, such as cell phones, MP3 players, tablets, and video games
Risk level: Medium High · Corrected during the visit · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
A caregiver was observed on their phone when temporarily watching class for the director who was handling adminstrative tasks with CCR inspector.
746.2426(a)(2) - Infant May Not Sleep in a Restrictive Device - Remove the infant from the device and place the infant in a crib as soon as possible
Risk level: High · Corrected during the visit · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
A 7 week old infant was observed alseep in a restrictive device with a blanket. An 11 month old was observed asleep on a 'boppy' pillow with a blanket outside of a crib. Once addressed by the inspector, the caregiver moved sleeping infants into their cribs.
746.2401(7) - Basic Requirements for Infants - Never Unsupervised
Risk level: High · Corrected during the visit · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
The caregiver in charge of the infant room, during lunch coverage, was observed out of the classroom leaving two infants with no caregiver to supervise them. Once addressed, the caregiver went back to the infant classroom.
October 2, 2026 · Investigation · 2 citations
746.2431 - Infant Daily Report - Share with Parent
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: October 7, 2026 · Correction verified: October 7, 2026 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
The operation was unable to provide a copy of the written infant report to CCR.
746.3309(d)(1) - Parent Provided Snacks - May be Shared with Other Children if for Celebration or Party at Center
Risk level: Medium · Correct-by date in the state file: October 6, 2026 · Correction verified: October 13, 2026 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
A caregiver was reported to have shared their child's food with another child without parent's permission.
September 10, 2026 · Inspection · No citations
September 4, 2026 · Inspection · 4 citations
746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: September 8, 2026 · Correction verified: September 10, 2026 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
The bathroom floor and baseboards had visible dirt marks. A bathroom ceiling tile appeared to have been molded with water stains.The kitchen floor appeared to have dirt marks on the ground and on the baseboards.
746.3401(a) - Annual Sanitation Inspection
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: October 1, 2026 · Correction verified: September 29, 2026 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
The director could not provide a sanitation inspection for a second time.
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, 2026 · Correction verified: September 10, 2026 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No
Inspector's notes (as published)
The playground mulch was observed to be less than an inch deep during the follow-up inspection.
746.3407(11) - Sanitize Tables Tops, Furniture and Similar Equipment
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: September 8, 2026 · Correction verified: September 10, 2026 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No
Inspector's notes (as published)
The operation did not have the proper sanitation process for dishes. Multiple toys in the classroom and on the large playground were observed to have layers of debris during the follow-up inspection.
August 20, 2026 · Inspection · 4 citations
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: August 31, 2026 · Correction verified: September 4, 2026 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
The playground mulch was observed to be less than an inch deep.
746.4751(a) - Maintenance Procedures for Active Play - Inspect Daily
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: August 20, 2026 · Correction verified: September 3, 2026 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
Trash was observed on the playground while children were present.
746.3701 - Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: August 31, 2026 · Correction verified: September 3, 2026 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
The playground fence was observed to have two entrapment and splinter hazards.
746.3407(12) - Mark Cleaning Supplies, Toxic Materials; Keep Separate from Food and Inaccessible to Children
Risk level: High · Corrected during the visit · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
There was bug spray observed accesible to children.
August 18, 2026 · Investigation · 3 citations
746.3401(a) - Annual Sanitation Inspection
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: August 31, 2026 · Correction verified: September 4, 2026 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
The director could not provide a sanitation inspection.
746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: August 31, 2026 · Correction verified: September 4, 2026 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
The toddler room classroom was observed to have chipping paint on the wall and the gate. The bathroom floor had visible dirt marks. A bathroom ceiling tile appeared to have been molded with water stains.There were three trash cans accessible to children.The kitchen floor appeared to have dirt marks on the ground and on the baseboards.
746.3407(11) - Sanitize Tables Tops, Furniture and Similar Equipment
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: August 31, 2026 · Correction verified: September 4, 2026 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
The operation did not have the proper sanitation process for dishes. Multiple toys in the classroom and on the large playground were observed to have layers of debris.
July 21, 2026 · Inspection · 1 citation
746.1611(b) - Exceeding Maximum Group Size -Ratio Meet
Risk level: Medium High · Corrected during the visit · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
All classes of children at the operation were observed to be combined on the playground with one caregiver for 3-4minutes.
April 15, 2026 · Inspection · No citations
April 1, 2026 · Inspection · 3 citations
746.3407(9) - Floors, ceilings and Walls in Good Repair and Clean
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: April 3, 2026 · Correction verified: April 15, 2026 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
Walls near sink was observed to have paint peeling and dirt/soap scum stains in the older infant room. Bathroom was observed to have soiled diapers child's water bottle, and toilet paper on the floor.
746.1613(a)(5) - Naptime Child/Caregiver Ratio - Additional Employees Required
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: April 2, 2026 · Correction verified: April 15, 2026 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
An additional person was not in the building during nap time.
745.651(1) - Background Check Validation - You must inactivate a subject who is no longer associated with your operation within 7 days of leaving
Risk level: Medium · Correct-by date in the state file: April 2, 2026 · Correction verified: April 15, 2026 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
One employee was observed to have an active background check after seperating from the operation.
December 16, 2025 · Inspection · No citations
September 3, 2025 · Inspection · 1 citation
746.4907(d) - Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Proper Depth Maintained
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: December 15, 2025 · Correction verified: December 16, 2025 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No
Inspector's notes (as published)
This standard was re-cited. The loose fill was not at the proper depth around the climbing equipment as required. The equipment is not in use at this time.
August 15, 2025 · Inspection · 8 citations
746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: August 15, 2025 · Correction verified: September 3, 2025 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
There is a piece of soft play equipment that is in the infant room that has become worn and torn and can no longer be sanitized properly.
746.4907(d) - Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Proper Depth Maintained
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: August 29, 2025 · Correction verified: September 3, 2025 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
The loose fill on the playground was observed to be less than 1 inch in front of the large slide.
746.4003(a) - First Aid Kit - Incomplete Kit
Risk level: Medium · Correct-by date in the state file: August 22, 2025 · Correction verified: September 3, 2025 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No
Inspector's notes (as published)
The first aid kit was missing tweezers and thermometer.
746.3401(a) - Annual Sanitation Inspection
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: August 29, 2025 · Correction verified: September 3, 2025 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
The annual Health inspection has not been completed since April.
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 15, 2025 · Correction verified: September 3, 2025 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
Sanitizing equipment was within the child's reach in the infant room.
746.3701(9) - Safety - Bodies of Water Inaccessible to Children
Risk level: High · Corrected during the visit · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
During inspection of the playground there were 2 buckets of water observed on the playground that had material settled in the buckets and standing water, more than 8 inches, in the buckets accessible to children.
746.603(a) - Children's Records Maintained
Risk level: Medium · Correct-by date in the state file: August 29, 2025 · Correction verified: September 3, 2025 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No
Inspector's notes (as published)
Children recrods were reviewed and 4 records were missing the Parents rights, 2 records were mimssing the immunizations, 1 record was missing the health statement.
746.1701 - Child/Caregiver Ratio - 12 or Fewer Children
Risk level: Medium · Correct-by date in the state file: August 15, 2025 · Correction verified: September 3, 2025 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No
Inspector's notes (as published)
During inspection the caregiver had 10 children 9 that were 18m to 3 yr old with one infant, making the caregiver out of ratio with 12 or fewer children.
December 18, 2024 · Inspection · No citations
December 13, 2024 · Inspection · 2 citations
746.3701(5) - Safety - Play Materials and Equipment Safe
Risk level: Medium 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)
There were empty food cans (like what green beans come in) that were accessible to children. These cans could cut the children hands if they picked them up. This was corrected as inspection when the cans were removed.
746.2415(b) - AP Cribs - Only Snug Fitting Sheet and Crib Mattress Cover Allowed if Infant Younger than 12 Months of Age
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)
A crib that an infant was sleeping in had a bottle and a blanket it in with the infant. This was corrected at inspection when the caregiver removed the items from the infants crib.
December 6, 2024 · Investigation · No citations
September 27, 2024 · Inspection · 1 citation
746.203(2) - Liability Insurance Requirements - Provide Proof of Coverage Annually by Anniversary Date of Issuance
Risk level: Medium · Correct-by date in the state file: November 1, 2024 · Correction verified: October 31, 2024 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
During the follow-up the liability insurance policy unavailable for review. The most recent policy expired on 1/31/2024. 9/27/2024-There still was no active liability policy available for review. Director stated she sent the notice to inform the parents of no liabilty insurance on the operation back in March 2024.
September 20, 2024 · Inspection · 5 citations
746.203(2) - Liability Insurance Requirements - Provide Proof of Coverage Annually by Anniversary Date of Issuance
Risk level: Medium · Correct-by date in the state file: September 27, 2024 · Correction verified: September 27, 2024 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
There were no active liability insurance policy available for review. The most recent policy expired on 1/31/2024.
746.5205(1) - Fire Drill Monthly - Exit in 3 Minutes
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: September 27, 2024 · Correction verified: September 27, 2024 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
There were no fire drills log avaiable for review.
746.3407(10) - Center Heated, Lighted and Ventilated Properly
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: October 4, 2024 · Correction verified: September 27, 2024 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
The illumination within the initial classroom appears to be malfunctioning and requires immediate attention.
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: September 27, 2024 · Correction verified: September 27, 2024 · 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.
746.4751(a) - Maintenance Procedures for Active Play - Inspect Daily
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: September 27, 2024 · Correction verified: September 27, 2024 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
There were many tripping hazards present in both play areas.
September 22, 2023 · Inspection · 3 citations
746.3407(9) - Floors, ceilings and Walls in Good Repair and Clean
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: October 6, 2023 · Correction verified: October 12, 2023 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
There were several walls and equipment that needed cleaning or replacing. There were dead crickets throughout the building.
746.1301(a)(2)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Pre-Service Training
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: October 6, 2023 · Correction verified: October 12, 2023 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
Trainings were not available during the inspection.
746.4751(c) - Maintenance Procedures for Active Play - Hazards Removed or Repaired
Risk level: Medium High · Corrected during the visit · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
There were many tripping hazards present in both play areas. This was corrected when the director moved the toys and organized to eliminate tripping hazards.
October 26, 2022 · Inspection · 2 citations
746.901(4) - Required Personnel Records - Required Affidavit
Risk level: Medium Low · Correct-by date in the state file: October 28, 2022 · Correction verified: October 28, 2022 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
1 out of 4 staff was missing a notarized affidavit.
746.613(a) - Required Immunizations
Risk level: High · Correct-by date in the state file: November 4, 2022 · Correction verified: November 4, 2022 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
1 out of 4 children were missing some shots.
March 23, 2022 · Inspection · 1 citation
746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: March 24, 2022 · Correction verified: April 6, 2022 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
During the walktrhough, there were piles of items and clutter causing a tripping hazard and possible health and safety hazareds. The following items were observed and accessible to children: Pile of clothing and blankets. Stacked area of open plastic bins containing clothing and supplies. Some supplies are spilling out of the containers onto the floor covering the walking area. Shelves with a bottle of sode and can or pringles. Chairs, foam tiles and other items on the floor of the changing area. Rugs with visible dirt and trash.
March 12, 2022 · Investigation · No citations
December 29, 2021 · Inspection · No citations
December 15, 2021 · Inspection · 7 citations
746.2405(2) - Infant Care Area Furnishings and Equipment - Crib for Each Non-walking Infant Younger Than 12 Months of Age
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: December 15, 2021 · Correction verified: December 29, 2021 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
An 8 mo old, non walking infant was in a classroom (during naptime) without a crib for sleeping.
746.901 - Required Personnel Records
Risk level: Medium · Correct-by date in the state file: January 15, 2022 · Correction verified: December 29, 2021 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No
Inspector's notes (as published)
1 out of 4 staff files were not available for review.
746.3407(8) - Garbage Inaccessible to Children; Maintained in Sanitary Manner
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: December 15, 2021 · Correction verified: December 29, 2021 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
A garbage can was observed to be full of garbage without a lid, and accessible to children.
746.1203(4) - Responsibilities of Caregivers- Supervision of Children
Risk level: High · Correct-by date in the state file: December 15, 2021 · Correction verified: December 29, 2021 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
During an inspection, children were observed unsupervised during several incidents.
746.1605 - Child/Caregiver Ratio - 18 Months Difference in Age
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: December 15, 2021 · Correction verified: December 29, 2021 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
An 8 mo old child was combined in a room with a 3 year old child (exceeding 18 mo age gap).
746.1609 - Maximum Group Size 13 or More Children
Risk level: Medium High · Corrected during the visit · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
One classroom was over ratio with one caregiver supervising 10 children ages 8mo-3 years old with a SAG of 18-24mo. This was corrected at inspection when additional caregivers returned from lunch.
746.2426 - Infant May Not Sleep in a Restrictive Device
Risk level: High · Correct-by date in the state file: December 15, 2021 · Correction verified: December 29, 2021 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
A child was observed sleeping in a bouncy seat. This was corrected when the child was removed from the seat.
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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.