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Gloria's Angels Learning Academy

Child care center · 3425 HILLCREST DR, Waco, TX 76708-3119 · License 1790977

0Compliance score
Poor

Capacity 32. InfantToddlerPre-KindergartenSchool Accepts subsidy

Violation history (416)

SeverityDateStandard / narrativeCorrected
4 746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
The outdoor area had tree branches and debris that was observed throughout the yard. A fence was observed to be broken.
5 746.2805(2) - Prohibited Punishments - Associated with Food, Naps, or Toilet Training
It was determined a caregiver informed a child they would not a cupcake, during a special occasion celebration, if they continued to cry and would get a regular snack instead.
5 746.2426(a)(1) - Infant May Not Sleep in a Restrictive Device
An infant was observed sleeping in a restrictive device (bouncer). The caregiver removed the infant from the bouncer and placed the infant in their crib.
4 746.3405 - Corrections Made to Annual Sanitation Inspection
The operation does not have a permit to serve hot meals and was observed heating corn and ravioli for lunch. The caregiver ordered pizza for lunch during the inspection.
4 746.1613(a)(4) - Naptime Child/Caregiver Ratio - Additional Employee Required
During the inspection it was observed there was only 1 caregiver present during naptime. There was not another caregiver in the building.
5 746.3607(2) - Critical Injury - Give First Aid or CPR
Based on the evidence from the DFPS investigation, a child in care received an injury that required medical attention, and the caregiver did not provide first aid.
5 746.5101(a) - Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
The operation did not have a current fire inspection. The last fire inspecton was completed in March 2024.
4 746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
During current inspection, there was a broken toys with sharp edges observed in the playground the children were in. The caregiver removed the toy during the inspection.
Yes
4 746.2411(2)(B) - Safety Requirements for Play Yards - Snug Fitting Sheets
During an inspection, the playpens were observed to not have snug fitting sheets.
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
A child in care was observed left alone in the back classroom while the caregiver walked to the front of the building.
4 746.3401(a) - Annual Sanitation Inspection
A copy of the recent health inspection was not available for review.
4 746.1301(a)(1)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Orientation
It was determined a caregiver had not completed orientation prior to being in a classroom alone.
3 746.2421(b) - Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days
There were 3 infants feeding instructions that were observed not to be up to date. One had not been signed since March 2026 and the other 2 have not been signed since April 2026.
5 746.5311(a) - Smoke-Detection System
There was a room the children eat lunch in that did not have a smoke detector.
4 746.1301(a)(2)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Pre-Service Training
3 out of 7 personnel files did not have documentation of pre-service completed prior to the caregiver being in a classroom.
3 746.2207(a) - Screen Time Activities - Not Used for Under Two
During the inspection, an IPAD was observed being utilized with cartoons showing, while children under 2 years old were in care. The caregiver turned off the IPAD during the inspection.
Yes
4 746.1301(a)(2)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Pre-Service Training
It was determined a caregiver had not completed pre-service prior to being in a classroom.
4 746.2911 - Adequate Lighting During Naptime
Based on the evidence from the DFPS investigation, it was determined there was no adequate lighting during naptime.
4 746.4001 - First Aid Kit - Available in Each Building, on Field Trips, during Transportation
The operation's first aid kit was missing a thermometer, tape, antiseptic wipes and gloves.
3 746.2505(4)(C) - Furnishings and Equipment for Toddlers - Never Allow Toddlers to Sleep or Walk With Bottles and Training Cups
There were 4 toddlers observed sleeping with a sippy cup. The caregiver removed the cups during the inspection.
Yes
5 746.5319 - Smoke Detectors Testing
The operation did not test the smoke detector, carbon monoxide or inspect the fire extinguishers for the month of December 2024. The smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors were tested during the inspection. The fire extinguishers were observed to be within the proper fill line during the inspection.
Yes
4 746.3819 - Food Allergy Emergency Plan Signed by Parents and Health Care Professional
A parent documented on their child's file that there child had an allergy to peanut butter and there was no documentation of a food allergy plan for review, in the child's file.
4 746.5205(1) - Fire Drill Monthly - Exit in 3 Minutes
The operation did not complete any fire drills for the months of November or December 2024. The operation only completed 3 shelter, severe weather and lock down drills for 2024.
5 746.1205(a)(2) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know number of children responsible for
Two caregivers were unaware of the number of children they had in their group.
5 746.305(a)(6) - Report Situation Placing Children at Risk
It was determined the operation did not report the supervision concern where a child was able to crawl under a fence to an unregulated area.
4 746.1301(a)(1)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Orientation
There were 2 caregivers that did not have orientation/pre-service on file, prior to being in the classroom.
5 746.1205(a)(2) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know number of children responsible for
A caregiver informed she had 4 children in care and it was determined she had 3 children in care. The children were all grouped together during outdoor play.
4 746.5307(b) - Fire Extinguishers Serviced
The fire extinguisher was observed to have last been serviced in April of 2025.
3 746.2421(a) - Written Feeding Instructions - Signed and Dated by Parent or Health-Care Professional
The operation did not have an infant feeding instructions on file for 1 infant. During the inspection, the parent came to sign and complete the form.
Yes
2 746.303(b) - Report Number of Employees
The operation has not completed the Employees who Left Survey for 2024.
5 746.605(11) - Required Admission Information - Emergency Medical Authorization
A child's admission form did not have the parent's signature for the Emergency Authorization.
5 746.1003(1) - Director Responsibilities - Operate in Compliance
The Director has not ensured the operation is operating in compliance with the minimum standards.
4 746.1107(2) - Additional Minimum Qualifications for Caregivers - HS Diploma, Equivalent, Certification of Completion
2 out of 7 personnel files did not have a high school diploma on file for review.-
4 746.2419(7) - Requirements for Feeding Infants - No Walking or Sleeping with Bottle or Cup
A sleeping infant was observed with a bottle in the crib.
4 746.1301(a)(1)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Orientation
4 out of 7 caregivers reviewed, did not have documentation of orientation completed.
5 746.1205(a)(2) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know number of children responsible for
The caregiver stated she had 16 children in care and it was determined she had 17 children in care.
4 746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
There were several sleeping mats that were observed torn.
4 746.2415(a)(1) - Prohibited Equipment for Infants - Baby Walkers
A walker was observed being utilized in the operation. The walker was removed during the inspection.
1 746.1105(3) - Minimum Qualifications Child Care Center Employees and Caregivers - Affidavit
There were 2 caregivers that did not have affidavits on file 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
A 13 month old infant was observed a lone in a classroom during the inspection.
5 746.2411(2)(G) - Safety Requirements for Play Yards - Size of Mesh Openings
A play yard was observed to have a hole in the play yard and was bigger than 1/4 inch.
5 746.3703(c) - Not Under the Influence of Alcohol or Controlled Substance
It was determined a caregiver drank an alcoholic beverage during their lunch break and came back to the operation and cared for a group of children.
3 746.2207(a) - Screen Time Activities - Not Used for Under Two
Upon arriving at the daycare, I observed a television on with cartoons playing and there were children younger than 2 years old in the classroom.
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 inspection, I observed a caregiver leave her classroom to adjacent classroom. There was not another caregiver supervising her children. In another incident, it was determined a child was able to crawl under a fenced door and get into an area that is not regulated. The area had hazards such as cleaning supplies, tools that could have been a safety risk for the child. The child was able to be removed from the area.
2 746.901(4) - Required Personnel Records - Required Affidavit (Form 2985)
2 out of 7 personnel files were missing affidavit form 2985 and 5 out of 7 personnel files were missing affidavit form 2912.
5 745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
There was 1 person with a pending background check and 1 person with no background check submitted; both were observed caring for a group of children.
5 746.2415(b) - AP Cribs - Only Snug Fitting Sheet and Crib Mattress Cover Allowed if Infant Younger than 12 Months of Age
An infant was observed asleep in a crib with a stuffed animal and a blanket. Another infant was observed in a play yard with a pillow
4 746.4901(a) - Active Play Surfacing In Use Zones - Loose Fill or Unitary Surfacing
During the inspection, there were 2 rocking toys and a slide on the playground that did not have loose fill around it. The caregiver removed the toys from the playground during the inspection.
Yes
3 746.501(a)(18) - Written Operational Policies - Promotion of Physical Activity
The operational policy was missing the following sections:Promotion of indoor/outdoor play, Emergency Preparedness Plan, Nursing Mothers, Preventing Responding to Abuse/Neglect, Employee Vaccinations, Procedures for Inclusive Services to Children with Special Needs, Gang Free Zone and Parent Rights.
5 746.1205(a)(2) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know number of children responsible for
There were 2 groups combined outdoors, the caregivers stated there were19 children and it was determined there were 18 children in care.
4 746.2419(7) - Requirements for Feeding Infants - No Walking or Sleeping with Bottle or Cup
I observed an infant walking around their classroom with a bottle that contained milk.
4 746.2407 - Infant Care Area Furnishings and Equipment -Use of Safety Straps
An infant was observed in a bouncer without the safety straps fastened.
4 746.2411(2)(B) - Safety Requirements for Play Yards - Snug Fitting Sheets
During an inspection, the playpens were observed to not have snug fitting sheets.
4 746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
There were several sleeping mats that were observed torn.
5 746.605(11) - Required Admission Information - Emergency Medical Authorization
A child's admission form did not have the parent's signature for the Emergency Authorization.
4 746.1301(a)(1)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Orientation
It was determined a caregiver had not completed orientation prior to being in a classroom alone.
5 746.5101(a) - Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
The operation did not have a current fire inspection. The last fire inspecton was completed in March 2024.
4 746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
The outdoor area had tree branches and debris that was observed throughout the yard. A fence was observed to be broken.
4 746.2911 - Adequate Lighting During Naptime
Based on the evidence from the DFPS investigation, it was determined there was no adequate lighting during naptime.
4 746.1613(a)(4) - Naptime Child/Caregiver Ratio - Additional Employee Required
During the inspection it was observed there was only 1 caregiver present during naptime. There was not another caregiver in the building.
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
A child in care was observed left alone in the back classroom while the caregiver walked to the front of the building.
4 746.5307(b) - Fire Extinguishers Serviced
The fire extinguisher was observed to have last been serviced in April of 2025.
4 746.3819 - Food Allergy Emergency Plan Signed by Parents and Health Care Professional
A parent documented on their child's file that there child had an allergy to peanut butter and there was no documentation of a food allergy plan for review, in the child's file.
3 746.2207(a) - Screen Time Activities - Not Used for Under Two
Upon arriving at the daycare, I observed a television on with cartoons playing and there were children younger than 2 years old in the classroom.
2 746.901(4) - Required Personnel Records - Required Affidavit (Form 2985)
2 out of 7 personnel files were missing affidavit form 2985 and 5 out of 7 personnel files were missing affidavit form 2912.
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
A 13 month old infant was observed a lone in a classroom during the inspection.
5 746.1003(1) - Director Responsibilities - Operate in Compliance
The Director has not ensured the operation is operating in compliance with the minimum standards.
1 746.1105(3) - Minimum Qualifications Child Care Center Employees and Caregivers - Affidavit
There were 2 caregivers that did not have affidavits on file for review.
5 746.5311(a) - Smoke-Detection System
There was a room the children eat lunch in that did not have a smoke detector.
4 746.4901(a) - Active Play Surfacing In Use Zones - Loose Fill or Unitary Surfacing
During the inspection, there were 2 rocking toys and a slide on the playground that did not have loose fill around it. The caregiver removed the toys from the playground during the inspection.
Yes
4 746.1107(2) - Additional Minimum Qualifications for Caregivers - HS Diploma, Equivalent, Certification of Completion
2 out of 7 personnel files did not have a high school diploma on file for review.-
5 746.1205(a)(2) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know number of children responsible for
The caregiver stated she had 16 children in care and it was determined she had 17 children in care.
5 746.3607(2) - Critical Injury - Give First Aid or CPR
Based on the evidence from the DFPS investigation, a child in care received an injury that required medical attention, and the caregiver did not provide first aid.
4 746.1301(a)(1)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Orientation
There were 2 caregivers that did not have orientation/pre-service on file, prior to being in the classroom.
5 746.2426(a)(1) - Infant May Not Sleep in a Restrictive Device
An infant was observed sleeping in a restrictive device (bouncer). The caregiver removed the infant from the bouncer and placed the infant in their crib.
5 746.2805(2) - Prohibited Punishments - Associated with Food, Naps, or Toilet Training
It was determined a caregiver informed a child they would not a cupcake, during a special occasion celebration, if they continued to cry and would get a regular snack instead.
4 746.1301(a)(2)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Pre-Service Training
3 out of 7 personnel files did not have documentation of pre-service completed prior to the caregiver being in a classroom.
5 746.1205(a)(2) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know number of children responsible for
Two caregivers were unaware of the number of children they had in their group.
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 inspection, I observed a caregiver leave her classroom to adjacent classroom. There was not another caregiver supervising her children. In another incident, it was determined a child was able to crawl under a fenced door and get into an area that is not regulated. The area had hazards such as cleaning supplies, tools that could have been a safety risk for the child. The child was able to be removed from the area.
4 746.2415(a)(1) - Prohibited Equipment for Infants - Baby Walkers
A walker was observed being utilized in the operation. The walker was removed during the inspection.
2 746.303(b) - Report Number of Employees
The operation has not completed the Employees who Left Survey for 2024.
4 746.2407 - Infant Care Area Furnishings and Equipment -Use of Safety Straps
An infant was observed in a bouncer without the safety straps fastened.
5 746.2411(2)(G) - Safety Requirements for Play Yards - Size of Mesh Openings
A play yard was observed to have a hole in the play yard and was bigger than 1/4 inch.
5 746.1205(a)(2) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know number of children responsible for
There were 2 groups combined outdoors, the caregivers stated there were19 children and it was determined there were 18 children in care.
3 746.2421(a) - Written Feeding Instructions - Signed and Dated by Parent or Health-Care Professional
The operation did not have an infant feeding instructions on file for 1 infant. During the inspection, the parent came to sign and complete the form.
Yes
4 746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
During current inspection, there was a broken toys with sharp edges observed in the playground the children were in. The caregiver removed the toy during the inspection.
Yes
3 746.2505(4)(C) - Furnishings and Equipment for Toddlers - Never Allow Toddlers to Sleep or Walk With Bottles and Training Cups
There were 4 toddlers observed sleeping with a sippy cup. The caregiver removed the cups during the inspection.
Yes
4 746.5205(1) - Fire Drill Monthly - Exit in 3 Minutes
The operation did not complete any fire drills for the months of November or December 2024. The operation only completed 3 shelter, severe weather and lock down drills for 2024.
5 746.3703(c) - Not Under the Influence of Alcohol or Controlled Substance
It was determined a caregiver drank an alcoholic beverage during their lunch break and came back to the operation and cared for a group of children.
3 746.2207(a) - Screen Time Activities - Not Used for Under Two
During the inspection, an IPAD was observed being utilized with cartoons showing, while children under 2 years old were in care. The caregiver turned off the IPAD during the inspection.
Yes
5 746.1205(a)(2) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know number of children responsible for
A caregiver informed she had 4 children in care and it was determined she had 3 children in care. The children were all grouped together during outdoor play.
3 746.501(a)(18) - Written Operational Policies - Promotion of Physical Activity
The operational policy was missing the following sections:Promotion of indoor/outdoor play, Emergency Preparedness Plan, Nursing Mothers, Preventing Responding to Abuse/Neglect, Employee Vaccinations, Procedures for Inclusive Services to Children with Special Needs, Gang Free Zone and Parent Rights.
3 746.2421(b) - Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days
There were 3 infants feeding instructions that were observed not to be up to date. One had not been signed since March 2026 and the other 2 have not been signed since April 2026.
4 746.3401(a) - Annual Sanitation Inspection
A copy of the recent health inspection was not available for review.
4 746.3405 - Corrections Made to Annual Sanitation Inspection
The operation does not have a permit to serve hot meals and was observed heating corn and ravioli for lunch. The caregiver ordered pizza for lunch during the inspection.
4 746.4001 - First Aid Kit - Available in Each Building, on Field Trips, during Transportation
The operation's first aid kit was missing a thermometer, tape, antiseptic wipes and gloves.
5 746.305(a)(6) - Report Situation Placing Children at Risk
It was determined the operation did not report the supervision concern where a child was able to crawl under a fence to an unregulated area.
4 746.1301(a)(1)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Orientation
4 out of 7 caregivers reviewed, did not have documentation of orientation completed.
4 746.2419(7) - Requirements for Feeding Infants - No Walking or Sleeping with Bottle or Cup
I observed an infant walking around their classroom with a bottle that contained milk.
4 746.1301(a)(2)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Pre-Service Training
It was determined a caregiver had not completed pre-service prior to being in a classroom.

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

Inspections (112)

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

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