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The Learning Lodge II
A licensed child care center in Killeen, Texas, with its state inspection history from Texas Health and Human Services (HHSC).
Program details
Program type: Licensed child care center
Address: 1604 FLORENCE RD, Killeen, TX 76541
County: Bell County
Phone: (254) 432-4828
Licensed to serve: Infant, Toddler, Pre-Kindergarten, School
Licensed capacity: 82 children
State ID (HHSC operation number): 1728158
Permit: Full Permit, issued April 20, 2022
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
- 16 inspections
- 7 investigations
- 39 citations from these visits (risk level: High 9, Medium High 21, Medium 9)
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 5, 2022 to October 9, 2026, newest first: 38 visits and 48 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 9, 2026 · Inspection · No citations
October 8, 2026 · Investigation · No citations
July 30, 2026 · Inspection · 4 citations
746.3503(a) - Diaper Changing Equipment - Smooth, Non-absorbent, Easy to Clean Surface
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: July 30, 2026 · Correction verified: July 30, 2026 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
The diaper changing mat in the infant room was observed with a hole in it. This was corrected during the inspection when the changing mat was replaced with a new one.
746.3407(8) - Garbage Inaccessible to Children; Maintained in Sanitary Manner
Risk level: Medium High · Corrected during the visit · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
During the walk through two trashcans were observed without lids on them accessible to the children. This was corrected at the inspection when the director placed lids on the trashcans.
746.2505(4)(A) - Furnishings and Equipment for Toddlers - Bottles & Training Cups Labeled for Each Toddler
Risk level: Medium · Correct-by date in the state file: August 3, 2026 · Correction verified: August 18, 2026 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
The bottles and cups were observed to not have the child's name on them.
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 two sinks inside of the classrooms were observed without soap. This was corrected at the inspection when the caregiver filled the soap dispensers located by the sinks in the classrooms.
July 17, 2026 · Investigation · 1 citation
746.2505(2) - Furnishings and Equipment for Toddlers - Enough Available to Prevent Competition
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: August 3, 2026 · Correction verified: August 18, 2026 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
The two year old classroom does not have enough age appropriate toys for the amount of children in the classroom.
May 7, 2026 · Inspection · No citations
April 21, 2026 · Inspection · 3 citations
746.5101(b) - Annual Fire Inspection - Conducted by Fire Marshal
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: April 28, 2026 · Correction verified: May 7, 2026 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
A fire inspection has not been conducted at the operation since March 2025.
746.3417(3) - Children Handwashing After Toileting or Diapering
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: April 22, 2026 · Correction verified: May 7, 2026 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
During the inspection, a child was observed receiving a diaper change without washing his hands afterwards.
745.621(a)(7) - AP Initial background checks submitted - At the time you become aware of anyone requiring a background check under 745.605
Risk level: High · Correct-by date in the state file: April 21, 2026 · Correction verified: May 7, 2026 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
A 15 year old was observed at the operation without an active background check.
April 15, 2026 · Investigation · No citations
April 10, 2026 · Investigation · 2 citations
746.901 - Required Personnel Records
Risk level: Medium · Correct-by date in the state file: April 28, 2026 · Correction verified: May 7, 2026 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
During the investigation, 3 employee files were reviewed and found to be missing a copy of the employees identification, their diploma, and the affidavit was not notarized.
746.1301(a)(3)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Pediatric First Aid with Rescue Breathing
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: April 28, 2026 · Correction verified: May 7, 2026 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): No
Inspector's notes (as published)
Two of the caregivers counted into ratio and alone with children did not have cpr or pediatric first aid training.
April 8, 2026 · Investigation · 2 citations
746.3317 - Food Service and Preparation Requirement - Safe and Sanitary
Risk level: Medium High · Corrected during the visit · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
Milk was observed stored in a cabinet in the older infant classroom. This was corrected at the inspection when the caregiver removed the milk from the cabinet and another caregiver stored the milk in the refrigerator.
746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: April 28, 2026 · Correction verified: May 7, 2026 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
During the investigation inspection, a caregiver was observed changing a child's diaper without wiping down the changing table mat afterwards. A wall plug was observed missing in the preschool room.
February 27, 2026 · Inspection · 2 citations
746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: March 13, 2026 · Correction verified: April 3, 2026 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
The outdoor playground area was observed with hazards. Part of the metal fence was not fully installed and presented a hazard on the smaller playground.
746.4307 - Fenced Outdoor Activity Space -Exits Required
Risk level: Medium · Correct-by date in the state file: March 13, 2026 · Correction verified: April 3, 2026 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
The small playground does not have two exits.
November 18, 2025 · Inspection · No citations
September 26, 2025 · Inspection · No citations
September 24, 2025 · Investigation · No citations
September 9, 2025 · Inspection · 2 citations
746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: September 17, 2025 · Correction verified: September 26, 2025 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
The building was observed with dirt and dust on the floors, dirt on the walls.
746.3503(a) - Diaper Changing Equipment - Smooth, Non-absorbent, Easy to Clean Surface
Risk level: Medium High · Corrected during the visit · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
Two of the diaper changing mats were observed with rips and tares. This was corrected at the inspection when the diaper changing mats were swapped out.
September 5, 2025 · Investigation · No citations
September 2, 2025 · Inspection · 2 citations
745.635(3) - AP Background ck determination - If provisionally eligible w/conditions or eligible w/conditions you must restrict duties per conditions/restrictions
Risk level: High · Correct-by date in the state file: September 10, 2025 · Correction verified: September 26, 2025 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
A caregiver with a provisional background check was observed alone with a group of children.
746.3415(4) - Employee Handwashing After Diapering a Child
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: September 4, 2025 · Correction verified: September 9, 2025 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
A caregiver was observed changing a child's diaper without washing their hands or the child's hands afterwards.
May 2, 2025 · Inspection · No citations
March 14, 2025 · Inspection · 5 citations
746.1311(a) - Director Annual Training 30 Hours Required
Risk level: Medium · Correct-by date in the state file: March 28, 2025 · Correction verified: March 18, 2025 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
The director only has 18 annual hours of the 30 hours required.
746.5205(1) - Fire Drill Monthly - Exit in 3 Minutes
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: March 17, 2025 · Correction verified: May 2, 2025 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
There are no fire drills documented since December 2024.
746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: March 14, 2025 · Correction verified: May 2, 2025 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
There was 1 caregiver to 5 infants making them out of ratio.
746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: March 28, 2025 · Correction verified: May 2, 2025 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
There were cracked ceiling panels in the preschool room and trash on the playground area.
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: March 28, 2025 · Correction verified: March 18, 2025 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
The directors cpr and first aid credential is expired.
August 16, 2024 · Inspection · No citations
May 3, 2024 · Inspection · No citations
April 4, 2024 · Inspection · 4 citations
746.5617(a)(1) - Required Equipment in Vehicles - List of Children
Risk level: High · Corrected during the visit · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
During the monitoring inspection it was found that the operation did not have medical release forms on the transportation vehicle for the children who are transported. This was corrected at inspection when this information was placed in the vehcile.
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: May 17, 2024 · Correction verified: May 10, 2024 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
During the monitoring inspection it was found that there was enough loose fill to cover the entire use zone area of a slide and a climbing structure.
746.5625(a) - Electronic Child Safety Alarm - is equipped in each vehicle
Risk level: High · Correct-by date in the state file: April 18, 2024 · Correction verified: May 3, 2024 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
During the inspection it was found that the operation's transportation vehicle did not have an electronic child safety alarm installed.
746.2207(a) - Screen Time Activities - Not Used for Under Two
Risk level: Medium · Correct-by date in the state file: April 4, 2024 · Correction verified: May 3, 2024 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
During the monitoring inspection it was observed that the children in the 1 year old classroom were watching television.
December 5, 2023 · Inspection · No citations
November 20, 2023 · Inspection · 12 citations
746.4701(c) - Requirements for Swings - Not Attached to a Composite Structure
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: November 20, 2023 · Correction verified: December 5, 2023 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
During the inspection it was observed that there was a swing in the toddler playground that was attached to a play structure.
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: November 20, 2023 · Correction verified: December 5, 2023 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
During the inspection it was observed that there was a 5 month old infant in a pack n play with a blanket.
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: November 27, 2023 · Correction verified: December 5, 2023 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
During the inspection it was observed that the outdoor areas did not have loose fill where the slides, rocking equipment, or climbing equipment were.
746.2401(7) - Basic Requirements for Infants - Never Unsupervised
Risk level: High · Correct-by date in the state file: November 20, 2023 · Correction verified: December 5, 2023 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
When I arrived at the operation there were 9 infants, ranging from 5 months - 18 months, with no caregiver present in the room.
746.2419(3) - Requirements for Feeding Infants - Never Prop Bottles
Risk level: High · Correct-by date in the state file: November 20, 2023 · Correction verified: December 5, 2023 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
During the inspection it was observed that there was a 5 month old baby with a bottle propped up with a blanket.
746.4405 - Location of Handwashing Sink
Risk level: Medium · Correct-by date in the state file: November 20, 2023 · Correction verified: December 5, 2023 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
During the inspection it was observed that there was no paper towels in the bathroom for the school age children.
746.2409(a)(1) - Safety Requirements for Cribs - Snug Fitting, Firm, Flat Mattress Designed for Use in Crib
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: November 21, 2023 · Correction verified: December 5, 2023 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
During the inspection it was observed that there were pack n plays that had a mattress that did not fit wall to wall, was not designed for the pack n play it was on, and there was added foam padding between the mattress and fitted sheet. This was re-cited.
746.2203(b) - Written Activity Plans - Plan Followed by Caregiver
Risk level: Medium · Correct-by date in the state file: November 20, 2023 · Correction verified: December 5, 2023 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
During the inspection it was observed that it was 72 degress and sunny outside, however the children had not been outside the day of the inspection. The playground was not muddy and the play equiptment was not wet.
746.3415(2) - Employee Handwashing Before Feeding a Child
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: November 20, 2023 · Correction verified: December 5, 2023 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
During the inspection it was observed that a caregiver sat down to feed an infant their bottle and did not wash their hands first.
745.635(3) - AP Background ck determination - If provisionally eligible w/conditions or eligible w/conditions you must restrict duties per conditions/restrictions
Risk level: High · Correct-by date in the state file: November 20, 2023 · Correction verified: December 5, 2023 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
During the inspection there was a caregiver with a provisional background that stated they could not be alone in ratio, this caregiver was alone with a group of 9 children, ages 2-4 years old when I arrived at the operation.
746.4403(a) - Handwashing Sink in Diaper-Changing Area
Risk level: Medium · Correct-by date in the state file: November 20, 2023 · Correction verified: December 5, 2023 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
During the inspection it was observed that there was a changing table in the pre k room with no sink in this area.
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: November 20, 2023 · Correction verified: December 5, 2023 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
During the inspection it was observed that the bathroom in the school age classroom had cleaning supplies on the floor and on a low shelf. There was also clorox wipes on a shelf in the room next to the snacks that the children were being served.
November 9, 2023 · Investigation (the program reported it to the state) · No citations
October 26, 2023 · Inspection · 4 citations
746.3415(13) - Employee Handwashing After Removing Gloves
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: October 26, 2023 · Correction verified: November 20, 2023 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
During the investigation inspection it was observed that a caregiver was changing diapers, with gloves on, however wasn't washing their hands after taking the gloves off and before putting new ones on.
746.3407(9) - Floors, ceilings and Walls in Good Repair and Clean
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: November 9, 2023 · Correction verified: November 20, 2023 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
During the investigation inspection it was observed that the floor in the school age room was not in good repair and due to this not able to be effectively sanitized.
746.3417(3) - Children Handwashing After Toileting or Diapering
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: October 26, 2023 · Correction verified: November 20, 2023 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
During the investigation inspection it was observed that a child did not wash their hands, and was not assisted on washing their hands, after their diaper was changed.
746.2409(a)(1) - Safety Requirements for Cribs - Snug Fitting, Firm, Flat Mattress Designed for Use in Crib
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: October 30, 2023 · Correction verified: November 20, 2023 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
During the investigation inspection it was observed that there was pack n plays that had a mattress that did not fit wall to wall, was not designed for the pack n play it was on, and there was added foam padding between the mattress and fitted sheet.
October 24, 2023 · Investigation · 1 citation
746.2805 - Prohibited Punishments - No Harsh, Cruel or Unusual
Risk level: High · Correct-by date in the state file: November 16, 2023 · Correction verified: November 20, 2023 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
During the investigation it was found that the operation was using forms of prohibited punishment by having the children do wall sits, and other forms of exercise, as a way to control their behavior.
August 14, 2023 · Investigation · 2 citations
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: November 8, 2023 · Correction verified: November 20, 2023 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
During the investigation it was found that there was a child in care who was allowed to use cleaning supplies at the operation.
745.635(2) - AP Background check determination - If ineligible then you must immediately remove subject from operation and confirm to CBCU receipt of notice letter
Risk level: High · Correct-by date in the state file: November 8, 2023 · Correction verified: November 8, 2023 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
During the investigation it was found that a person was present at the operation, in a caregiver role, with a background that stated they were not eligible to be present.
August 3, 2023 · Inspection · 1 citation
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)
Observed 11 infants in a classrooms with 3 caregivers. The specified age for the group of children in that classroom is 0-11 months. The maximum group size for 0-11 months is 10 children. This was corrected when a child was removed from the room.
August 2, 2023 · Investigation (the program reported it to the state) · No citations
April 28, 2023 · Inspection · 1 citation
746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
Risk level: Medium High · Correct-by date in the state file: May 2, 2023 · Correction verified: May 3, 2023 · Inspector gave guidance (technical assistance): Yes
Inspector's notes (as published)
During the inspection there was standing water observed in multiple riding toys in both the toddler and Pre-k playground areas. There was liter observed on the Pre-k playground.
September 20, 2022 · Inspection · No citations
May 19, 2022 · Inspection · No citations
May 5, 2022 · Investigation · No citations
April 12, 2022 · Inspection · No citations
February 7, 2022 · Inspection · No citations
January 14, 2022 · Inspection · No citations
January 10, 2022 · Investigation · No citations
January 5, 2022 · 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.