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Cool Cats Learning Academy

Child care center · 1818 W HIGHWAY 84, Mexia, TX 76667-4559 · License 1720184

0Compliance score
Poor

Capacity 34. ToddlerPre-KindergartenSchool Accepts subsidy

Violation history (360)

SeverityDateStandard / narrativeCorrected
2 746.401(9) - Posting Requirements - List entitled "Current Employees"--sized at least 81/2 X 11 inches, printed legibly, include employee first and last name
This operation did not have a current list of employees posted.
4 746.1309(d) - Documented Annual Training - Caregivers of Children Under 24 Months Required
Three caregivers observed with infants under 17 months old did not have proof of the required orientation and annual infant trainings.
4 746.3701(1) - Safety - Electrical Outlets Covered
An electrical outlet in one of the infant rooms did not have a childproof cover. This was corrected during inspection when the director put a childproof cover on the outlet.
Yes
3 746.401(11) - Required Postings-Licensing notices with instructions to post
The operation did not have their permit renewal posted.
3 746.2431(5) - Infant Daily Report - Summary of Activities
The infant daily reports did not have sections for each infant's mood and a summary of daily activities.
4 746.1605(1) - Child/Caregiver Ratio - 18 Months Difference in Age
There was a three-year-old infant/toddler room where the youngest child was sixteen months old. This was corrected when the three-year-old was sent to the pre-k room. The next oldest child in the infant/toddler room was 25 months old.
4 746.4907(a)(1) - Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Six Inches if Equipment 5 Ft or Less
There was a slide structure on the playground that did not have any loose-fill.
3 746.901 - Required Personnel Records
During the inspection the personnel files were not available for review.
5 746.1205(a)(2) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know number of children responsible for
A caregiver stated that they had 13 children in their group when they were responsible for two classes combined and had 20 children in their group.
3 746.2421(b) - Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days
One infant who was still on formula did not have updated feeding instructions. This was corrected during the inspection when the parent signed and dated the feeding instructions to indicate that they had not changed.
Yes
5 746.3407(12) - Mark Cleaning Supplies, Toxic Materials; Keep Separate from Food and Inaccessible to Children
There was a bottle of cleaning solution in an unlocked cabinet where children could access it. This was corrected during the inspection when the caregiver moved the bottle to a drawer out of the reach of the children.
3 746.2206(2)(B) - Written Activity Plan - Active Play Pre K - 90 Minutes of Moderate to Vigorous
One of the pre-k classes only had 60 minutes of physical activity on the schedule and some of the toddler classes only had 45 minutes of physical activity scheduled.
2 746.303(b) - Report Number of Employees
A review of the Employees Who Left Employment in 2024 data revealed the center did not report the number of employees who left employment in 2024 by January 15, 2025, as required.
4 746.3417(3) - Children Handwashing After Toileting or Diapering
A child had their diaper changed and did not wash hands afterwards. This was corrected during the inspection when the caregiver was reminded about handwashing and washed the child's hands.
4 746.5205(1) - Fire Drill Monthly - Exit in 3 Minutes
The operation did not conduct a fire drill in March. This was corrected during the inspection when a fire drill was conducted and the children were able to exit within three minutes.
Yes
5 746.2428 - No Swaddling of Infant Unless Completed Sleep Exception Form on File
During the inspection a 3 month old was observed in a swing sleep in a swing swaddled with a blanket. This was corrected by the blanket and the infant being removed.
4 746.3503(b) - Diaper Changing Equipment - No Play or Eating Surfaces Used
The children in the Toddler classroom were observed being changed on the floor where the children were observed playing. This was corrected when the caregiver sanitized the area and moved the diaper changing area.
Yes
4 746.3701(1) - Safety - Electrical Outlets Covered
Two outlets in the toddler room were missing covers. This was corrected during the inspection when outlet covers were placed in the outlets.
Yes
3 746.4003(a) - First Aid Kit - Incomplete Kit
The first aid kit at the new building was missing a thermometer and a guide to first aid.
4 746.2419(6) - Requirements for Feeding Infants - Label Bottles/Cups
During the inspection infants bottles were observed not labeled. This was corrected during the inspection by the caregiver labeling the bottles.
Yes
3 746.1309(e) - Documented Annual Training- Required Content
One caregiver was missing training in preventing the spread of communicable diseases.
3 746.301(2) - Notification of Change in Space
The operation changed the room that the infants were in to a room that was not previously licensed for infants and stopped using their second infant room without notifying Child Care Regulation. This was corrected during the inspection when the director informed CCR that the infants were now in the old toddler room.
Yes
4 746.4135(a) - Children's Products- Review list and Remove unsafe products
During the inspection a recall rock n play was observed in the infant classroom. This was corrected during the inspection by the recall item being removed from the classroom and placed in the office
3 746.2206(1) - Written Activity Plan - Outdoor Play Opportunities
The toddlers did not have two outdoor opportunities scheduled and the pre-k class did not have 90 minutes of physical activities scheduled.
3 746.4135(b) - Children's Products- Annual Certification
The operation did not have a children's product certification form available for review.
3 746.4003(a) - First Aid Kit - Incomplete Kit
The first aid kit was missing a guide to first aid, antiseptic solution or wipes, and gloves.
4 746.2431 - Infant Daily Report - Share with Parent
Infant reports were not being completed.
3 746.501(a)(18)(F) - Written Operational Policies - Criteria for Extreme Weather
The parent handbook did not have the criteria for extreme weather that will prohibit children from going outside to play.
5 746.1205(a)(2) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know number of children responsible for
A caregiver stated they had ten children in care when they had nine children.
4 746.5205(1) - Fire Drill Monthly - Exit in 3 Minutes
The last fire drill documented fire drill was completed in October 2021. This was corrected during the inspection by the operation completing a fire drill and exiting within the required time frame.
Yes
3 746.1309(e) - Documented Annual Training- Required Content
Out of eight caregivers' files reviewed, one did not have training in the following required topics: abuse and neglect, communicable diseases, food allergies, and handling hazardous materials. This was corrected during the inspection as the caregiver is currently on leave.
Yes
5 746.1205(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
During the investigation, there was sufficient evidence to determine that two children were able to leave their classroom unsupervised while their caregiver was distracted.
4 746.1315(b)(1) - CPR Training and Recertification Adhere to Guidelines-skill based
During the inspection two caregivers CPR certificates were evaluated and found to be taken online only.
4 746.3503(b) - Diaper Changing Equipment - No Play or Eating Surfaces Used
A caregiver changed a child's diaper on the floor where children were playing.
5 746.3407(12) - Mark Cleaning Supplies, Toxic Materials; Keep Separate from Food and Inaccessible to Children
There was a bottle of Clorox wipes on a bookshelf within reach of children. This was corrected during the inspection when the caregiver moved them to a higher shelf out of reach.
4 746.4751(a) - Maintenance Procedures for Active Play - Inspect Daily
During the inspection observed children in care enter the playground without the Designee conducting a daily safety check first. The daily grounds checklist was documented 2 out of 5 days. This was corrected during the inspection by the Designee checking the playground for hazards and documenting the check.
Yes
4 746.1609 - Maximum Group Size 13 or More Children
During the inspection one caregiver was on the playground in the care of eighteen ages 20 months to 3 years old. This was corrected by a second caregiver returning to the playground.
4 746.2411(2)(B) - Safety Requirements for Play Yards - Snug Fitting Sheets
During the inspection a 7 month old was observed sleeping on a sheet that was loose and could cause an entanglement. THis was corrected the caregivers pulling the sheet snugly.
Yes
4 746.4907(a)(1) - Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Six Inches if Equipment 5 Ft or Less
All slides that are five feet or smaller must have a minimum of six inches of loose-fill in the use zones. The use zones for these slides must extend six feet out from the exit, six feet from the access point where children climb up, and six feet to each side. Having loose-fill in these areas will help prevent injuries, as it provides a shock-aborbing surface in case of a fall.
Yes
3 746.603(a) - Children's Records Maintained
Out of eight children's records reviewed, one child was missing an admission date, one was missing an an updated immunization record, and one was missing a physician's health statement.
3 746.401(6) - Posting Requirements - Daily menu, including all snacks and meals served by the child care center
The operation did not have a menu for May posted. This was corrected during the inspection when a menu was created and posted.
Yes
4 746.1315(b) - Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric CPR
A caregiver in care did not have current CPR/First Aid certification on file. The certification expired in May 2023.
4 746.1301(2)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees and Caregivers - Pre-service Training
A caregiver responsible for children during the inspection did not have documented proof of pre-service training or pre-service exemption.
4 746.3905(a) - Animals at Center - No Contact with Chickens, Ducks, Reptiles
The operation has a chicken coop on the playground, and the children are able to touch the chickens through the gate of the coop which is made of a steel wire fence with holes large enough to allow contact.
3 746.2421(b) - Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days
Two infants who were not on table food yet had feeding instructions that were not updated monthly.
3 746.4003(a) - First Aid Kit - Incomplete Kit
The first aid kit was missing a guide to first aid, antiseptic solution or wipes, and gloves.
4 746.4907(a)(1) - Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Six Inches if Equipment 5 Ft or Less
There was a slide structure on the playground that did not have any loose-fill.
4 746.3701(1) - Safety - Electrical Outlets Covered
An electrical outlet in one of the infant rooms did not have a childproof cover. This was corrected during inspection when the director put a childproof cover on the outlet.
Yes
4 746.2419(6) - Requirements for Feeding Infants - Label Bottles/Cups
During the inspection infants bottles were observed not labeled. This was corrected during the inspection by the caregiver labeling the bottles.
Yes
3 746.401(6) - Posting Requirements - Daily menu, including all snacks and meals served by the child care center
The operation did not have a menu for May posted. This was corrected during the inspection when a menu was created and posted.
Yes
4 746.3905(a) - Animals at Center - No Contact with Chickens, Ducks, Reptiles
The operation has a chicken coop on the playground, and the children are able to touch the chickens through the gate of the coop which is made of a steel wire fence with holes large enough to allow contact.
4 746.3503(b) - Diaper Changing Equipment - No Play or Eating Surfaces Used
A caregiver changed a child's diaper on the floor where children were playing.
3 746.4135(b) - Children's Products- Annual Certification
The operation did not have a children's product certification form available for review.
4 746.1301(2)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees and Caregivers - Pre-service Training
A caregiver responsible for children during the inspection did not have documented proof of pre-service training or pre-service exemption.
3 746.2206(2)(B) - Written Activity Plan - Active Play Pre K - 90 Minutes of Moderate to Vigorous
One of the pre-k classes only had 60 minutes of physical activity on the schedule and some of the toddler classes only had 45 minutes of physical activity scheduled.
4 746.4135(a) - Children's Products- Review list and Remove unsafe products
During the inspection a recall rock n play was observed in the infant classroom. This was corrected during the inspection by the recall item being removed from the classroom and placed in the office
4 746.1315(b) - Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric CPR
A caregiver in care did not have current CPR/First Aid certification on file. The certification expired in May 2023.
3 746.2421(b) - Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days
Two infants who were not on table food yet had feeding instructions that were not updated monthly.
4 746.5205(1) - Fire Drill Monthly - Exit in 3 Minutes
The operation did not conduct a fire drill in March. This was corrected during the inspection when a fire drill was conducted and the children were able to exit within three minutes.
Yes
4 746.3701(1) - Safety - Electrical Outlets Covered
Two outlets in the toddler room were missing covers. This was corrected during the inspection when outlet covers were placed in the outlets.
Yes
4 746.4751(a) - Maintenance Procedures for Active Play - Inspect Daily
During the inspection observed children in care enter the playground without the Designee conducting a daily safety check first. The daily grounds checklist was documented 2 out of 5 days. This was corrected during the inspection by the Designee checking the playground for hazards and documenting the check.
Yes
3 746.2206(1) - Written Activity Plan - Outdoor Play Opportunities
The toddlers did not have two outdoor opportunities scheduled and the pre-k class did not have 90 minutes of physical activities scheduled.
4 746.1609 - Maximum Group Size 13 or More Children
During the inspection one caregiver was on the playground in the care of eighteen ages 20 months to 3 years old. This was corrected by a second caregiver returning to the playground.
3 746.2431(5) - Infant Daily Report - Summary of Activities
The infant daily reports did not have sections for each infant's mood and a summary of daily activities.
4 746.3417(3) - Children Handwashing After Toileting or Diapering
A child had their diaper changed and did not wash hands afterwards. This was corrected during the inspection when the caregiver was reminded about handwashing and washed the child's hands.
3 746.301(2) - Notification of Change in Space
The operation changed the room that the infants were in to a room that was not previously licensed for infants and stopped using their second infant room without notifying Child Care Regulation. This was corrected during the inspection when the director informed CCR that the infants were now in the old toddler room.
Yes
4 746.1605(1) - Child/Caregiver Ratio - 18 Months Difference in Age
There was a three-year-old infant/toddler room where the youngest child was sixteen months old. This was corrected when the three-year-old was sent to the pre-k room. The next oldest child in the infant/toddler room was 25 months old.
3 746.401(11) - Required Postings-Licensing notices with instructions to post
The operation did not have their permit renewal posted.
4 746.5205(1) - Fire Drill Monthly - Exit in 3 Minutes
The last fire drill documented fire drill was completed in October 2021. This was corrected during the inspection by the operation completing a fire drill and exiting within the required time frame.
Yes
2 746.401(9) - Posting Requirements - List entitled "Current Employees"--sized at least 81/2 X 11 inches, printed legibly, include employee first and last name
This operation did not have a current list of employees posted.
3 746.901 - Required Personnel Records
During the inspection the personnel files were not available for review.
5 746.1205(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
During the investigation, there was sufficient evidence to determine that two children were able to leave their classroom unsupervised while their caregiver was distracted.
5 746.2428 - No Swaddling of Infant Unless Completed Sleep Exception Form on File
During the inspection a 3 month old was observed in a swing sleep in a swing swaddled with a blanket. This was corrected by the blanket and the infant being removed.
5 746.3407(12) - Mark Cleaning Supplies, Toxic Materials; Keep Separate from Food and Inaccessible to Children
There was a bottle of cleaning solution in an unlocked cabinet where children could access it. This was corrected during the inspection when the caregiver moved the bottle to a drawer out of the reach of the children.
3 746.1309(e) - Documented Annual Training- Required Content
Out of eight caregivers' files reviewed, one did not have training in the following required topics: abuse and neglect, communicable diseases, food allergies, and handling hazardous materials. This was corrected during the inspection as the caregiver is currently on leave.
Yes
4 746.1315(b)(1) - CPR Training and Recertification Adhere to Guidelines-skill based
During the inspection two caregivers CPR certificates were evaluated and found to be taken online only.
4 746.4907(a)(1) - Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Six Inches if Equipment 5 Ft or Less
All slides that are five feet or smaller must have a minimum of six inches of loose-fill in the use zones. The use zones for these slides must extend six feet out from the exit, six feet from the access point where children climb up, and six feet to each side. Having loose-fill in these areas will help prevent injuries, as it provides a shock-aborbing surface in case of a fall.
Yes
5 746.1205(a)(2) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know number of children responsible for
A caregiver stated that they had 13 children in their group when they were responsible for two classes combined and had 20 children in their group.
4 746.1309(d) - Documented Annual Training - Caregivers of Children Under 24 Months Required
Three caregivers observed with infants under 17 months old did not have proof of the required orientation and annual infant trainings.
3 746.4003(a) - First Aid Kit - Incomplete Kit
The first aid kit at the new building was missing a thermometer and a guide to first aid.
3 746.2421(b) - Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days
One infant who was still on formula did not have updated feeding instructions. This was corrected during the inspection when the parent signed and dated the feeding instructions to indicate that they had not changed.
Yes
5 746.3407(12) - Mark Cleaning Supplies, Toxic Materials; Keep Separate from Food and Inaccessible to Children
There was a bottle of Clorox wipes on a bookshelf within reach of children. This was corrected during the inspection when the caregiver moved them to a higher shelf out of reach.
4 746.3503(b) - Diaper Changing Equipment - No Play or Eating Surfaces Used
The children in the Toddler classroom were observed being changed on the floor where the children were observed playing. This was corrected when the caregiver sanitized the area and moved the diaper changing area.
Yes
5 746.1205(a)(2) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know number of children responsible for
A caregiver stated they had ten children in care when they had nine children.
3 746.1309(e) - Documented Annual Training- Required Content
One caregiver was missing training in preventing the spread of communicable diseases.
2 746.303(b) - Report Number of Employees
A review of the Employees Who Left Employment in 2024 data revealed the center did not report the number of employees who left employment in 2024 by January 15, 2025, as required.
3 746.501(a)(18)(F) - Written Operational Policies - Criteria for Extreme Weather
The parent handbook did not have the criteria for extreme weather that will prohibit children from going outside to play.
4 746.2431 - Infant Daily Report - Share with Parent
Infant reports were not being completed.
3 746.603(a) - Children's Records Maintained
Out of eight children's records reviewed, one child was missing an admission date, one was missing an an updated immunization record, and one was missing a physician's health statement.
4 746.2411(2)(B) - Safety Requirements for Play Yards - Snug Fitting Sheets
During the inspection a 7 month old was observed sleeping on a sheet that was loose and could cause an entanglement. THis was corrected the caregivers pulling the sheet snugly.
Yes
3 746.1309(e) - Documented Annual Training- Required Content
One caregiver was missing training in preventing the spread of communicable diseases.
3 746.401(11) - Required Postings-Licensing notices with instructions to post
The operation did not have their permit renewal posted.
5 746.3407(12) - Mark Cleaning Supplies, Toxic Materials; Keep Separate from Food and Inaccessible to Children
There was a bottle of Clorox wipes on a bookshelf within reach of children. This was corrected during the inspection when the caregiver moved them to a higher shelf out of reach.
4 746.2419(6) - Requirements for Feeding Infants - Label Bottles/Cups
During the inspection infants bottles were observed not labeled. This was corrected during the inspection by the caregiver labeling the bottles.
Yes
2 746.303(b) - Report Number of Employees
A review of the Employees Who Left Employment in 2024 data revealed the center did not report the number of employees who left employment in 2024 by January 15, 2025, as required.
4 746.1301(2)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees and Caregivers - Pre-service Training
A caregiver responsible for children during the inspection did not have documented proof of pre-service training or pre-service exemption.
4 746.3905(a) - Animals at Center - No Contact with Chickens, Ducks, Reptiles
The operation has a chicken coop on the playground, and the children are able to touch the chickens through the gate of the coop which is made of a steel wire fence with holes large enough to allow contact.
5 746.1205(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
During the investigation, there was sufficient evidence to determine that two children were able to leave their classroom unsupervised while their caregiver was distracted.
3 746.2431(5) - Infant Daily Report - Summary of Activities
The infant daily reports did not have sections for each infant's mood and a summary of daily activities.
4 746.4907(a)(1) - Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Six Inches if Equipment 5 Ft or Less
All slides that are five feet or smaller must have a minimum of six inches of loose-fill in the use zones. The use zones for these slides must extend six feet out from the exit, six feet from the access point where children climb up, and six feet to each side. Having loose-fill in these areas will help prevent injuries, as it provides a shock-aborbing surface in case of a fall.
Yes

Severity 5 = most serious. Source: official state record.

Inspections (160)

160 inspection record(s) on file from TX-HHSC.

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