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Happy Jack's Learning Center
A licensed child care center in Kerrville, Texas, with its state inspection history from Texas Health and Human Services (HHSC).
Program details
Program type: Licensed child care center
Address: 2720 JUNCTION HWY, Kerrville, TX 78028
County: Kerr County
Phone: (830) 367-2290
Licensed to serve: Infant, Toddler, Pre-Kindergarten, School
Licensed capacity: 120 children
State ID (HHSC operation number): 1790700
Permit: Full Permit, issued June 11, 2024
On corrective action (HHSC): No
On adverse action (HHSC): No
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Inspection history
From November 12, 2023 to November 12, 2026
- 16 inspections
- 3 investigations
- 25 citations from these visits (risk level: High 7, Medium High 12, Medium 4, Medium Low 2)
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 January 4, 2024 to October 7, 2026, newest first: 19 visits and 25 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 7, 2026 · Inspection · No citations
July 31, 2026 · Inspection · No citations
July 23, 2026 · Inspection · 2 citations
746.2805(3) - Prohibited Punishments - Grabbing and Pulling
Risk level: High · Correct-by date in the state file: July 23, 2026 · Correction verified: July 31, 2026 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
A caregiver was observed while monitoring the classroom camera pull a child by their forearm toward their cot and another child by their lower legs toward the caregiver.
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: July 23, 2026 · Correction verified: July 31, 2026 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
The two year old classroom was observed having children climbing on shelves and on top of tables, jumping on their cots during the lunch/nap transition time, and when transitioning from the playground back to the building, children made it to the classroom door located around the side of the building while the caregivers were behind the group unable to see the children. Children were attempting to enter the open door or began playing with the infant toys on the porch.
July 6, 2026 · Inspection · No citations
June 24, 2026 · Inspection · 1 citation
746.2805(5) - Prohibited Punishments - Humiliating, Rejecting, Yelling
Risk level: High · Correct-by date in the state file: June 24, 2026 · Correction verified: July 6, 2026 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
A caregiver was observed yelling at a child during an art project.
June 16, 2026 · Inspection · No citations
June 15, 2026 · Investigation (the program reported it to the state) · 2 citations
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: July 9, 2026 · Correction verified: July 23, 2026 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
Caregivers were prepping at a counter and in a restroom with their backs to the children in the room limiting their ability to see the children in the classroom and hallway.
746.1203(5) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Interact positively with children
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: July 9, 2026 · Correction verified: July 23, 2026 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
A caregiver was observed yelling to children in the class to be nice, leave another child alone, to hurry up and get out of a box they were playing in, and telling a crying child "here, bye" after giving them an item they were asking for.
June 12, 2026 · Investigation (the program reported it to the state) · 2 citations
746.2805(3) - Prohibited Punishments - Grabbing and Pulling
Risk level: High · Correct-by date in the state file: July 9, 2026 · Correction verified: July 23, 2026 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
A caregiver was observed grabbing a child from behind by their arms to stand them up suspecting they may have been injured by another child in an attempt to evaluate them for any injuries.
746.307(b)(1) - AP Parental Communication - Injury Requires Treatment by Health Care Professional or Hospitalization
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: July 9, 2026 · Correction verified: July 23, 2026 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
A child showed signs of favoring their arm after getting up from nap and being whiny and wanting to be held earlier. The parent was not contacted until an hour and a half after the child began favoring their arm.
June 9, 2026 · Inspection · 2 citations
746.3805(b)(1) - Administering Medication - Original Container with Child's Name, Date
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: June 10, 2026 · Correction verified: June 15, 2026 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
A child was administered medication their parent provided to the operation but wasn't in it's original prescription box.
746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: June 23, 2026 · Correction verified: July 6, 2026 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
One of three toilets in the boys restroom was not working. The young playground had gap at the bottom of the fence over 5 1/2 inches and a broken fence board. The larger playground had a gap at the bottom of the fence 6 1/2 inches, a hole in the wall of the building approximately 9 inches, and the grass was in need of cutting.
January 15, 2026 · 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: February 13, 2026 · Correction verified: February 12, 2026 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
The large climber on the playground lacked 6 inches of use zone material.
June 25, 2025 · Inspection · 8 citations
746.1329(a) - Documentation of Training Requirements - Original Training Certification Card or Letter in each Employee's personnel record
Risk level: Medium Low · Correct-by date in the state file: July 11, 2025 · Correction verified: August 8, 2025 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
One out of eleven staff training files evaluated did not have training certificates to match the listed trainings completed.
746.1325(a) - Documented annual training - Center allows child access to swimming pool
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: July 7, 2025 · Correction verified: July 25, 2025 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
The director and caregivers who take children swimming away from the operation had not completed water safety training.
746.3805(b)(1) - Administering Medication - Original Container with Child's Name, Date
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: June 27, 2025 · Correction verified: July 24, 2025 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
A child with medicaiton on site did not have the original prescription box.
746.501(a)(18) - Written Operational Policies - Promotion of Physical Activity
Risk level: Medium · Correct-by date in the state file: July 11, 2025 · Correction verified: August 8, 2025 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
The operation did not have information in their parent handbook regarding the promotion of active play.
746.1316(a) - Transportation Safety Training -Director and Employee Complete 2 Hours Annually
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: June 30, 2025 · Correction verified: August 8, 2025 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
The director and additional driver did not have a a current transportation training certificate on file.
746.5307(b) - Fire Extinguishers Serviced
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: July 11, 2025 · Correction verified: July 18, 2025 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
Fire extinguishers in the operation were last inspected on 5/2024.
746.901 - Required Personnel Records
Risk level: Medium · Correct-by date in the state file: June 30, 2025 · Correction verified: August 8, 2025 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
One employee did not have an employee file to be able to review their hire paperwork.
746.401(9) - Posting Requirements - List entitled "Current Employees"--sized at least 81/2 X 11 inches, printed legibly, include employee first and last name
Risk level: Medium Low · Corrected during the visit · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
The operation did not have a posted employee list. NOTE: A new list was generated during the inspection.
January 22, 2025 · Inspection · No citations
December 9, 2024 · Inspection · 2 citations
746.4907(d) - Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Proper Depth Maintained
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: January 3, 2025 · Correction verified: January 22, 2025 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
The depth of the loose-fill surfacing measured no more than 2 inches under the large climber and rock wall.
746.4601(3) - Safety Requirements for Active Play Equipment - No Entrapment Openings
Risk level: High · Correct-by date in the state file: December 16, 2024 · Correction verified: December 23, 2024 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
There was a broken fence board near the right back corner of the playground with a gap at the ground level measuring 5 1/2 x 7 1/2 inches. There was an additional broken fence board on the playground gate with a gap measuring 7 inches.
September 10, 2024 · Investigation · No citations
May 28, 2024 · Inspection · No citations
April 22, 2024 · Inspection · 2 citations
746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: May 3, 2024 · Correction verified: May 6, 2024 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
There were two windows in the operation that were cracked and spider. One window is accessible to children and if pushed on, can possibly break out of the window frame and cause injury.
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: April 22, 2024 · Correction verified: April 23, 2024 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
A caregiver was present and in direct supervision of children in care without a background check being entered or an eligibility letter on file. NOTE: The caregiver was sent home during the inspection.
March 7, 2024 · Inspection · No citations
January 12, 2024 · Inspection · No citations
January 4, 2024 · Inspection · 3 citations
746.501(a)(18) - Written Operational Policies - Promotion of Physical Activity
Risk level: Medium · Correct-by date in the state file: January 12, 2024 · Correction verified: January 12, 2024 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
The operational policies did not contain information regarding the promotion of active play for children enrolled in the operation.
746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: January 12, 2024 · Correction verified: January 12, 2024 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
The back fence of the playground is leaning inward toward the play space and needs to be secured. There is a hole in one of the fence boards that could allow a child to become entrapped.
746.501(a)(30) - Written Operational Policies - Support inclusive services
Risk level: Medium · Correct-by date in the state file: January 12, 2024 · Correction verified: January 12, 2024 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
The operational policies did not contain a policy regarding children with special needs.
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Sources
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- HHSC CCL Inspection Investigation Assessment Data: visit dates and types.
- HHSC CCL Non-Compliance Data: citations, risk levels, corrections and inspector's notes.
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.