Kountry Kidz Learning Academy LLC

Licensed Center

Provider details

City / County / ZIP: Shiner / Lavaca / 77984
Street address: 217 East First St
Phone: (830) 857-6973
Capacity: 54
Ages served: Infant, Toddler, Pre-Kindergarten, School
Hours / Days: 07:30 AM-05:30 PM / Mon,Tue,Wed,Thu,Fri
Permit type: Full Permit
Permit issued: October 3, 2024
Operation status:: Active
Corrective action: HHSC lists: No
Adverse action: HHSC lists: No
Temporarily closed: HHSC lists: No

Corrective action means HHSC requires steps to address compliance concerns; see the official HHSC record for details.

Adverse action means HHSC has taken enforcement action affecting an operation’s permit or ability to operate; see the official HHSC record for details.

Summary of state inspection records

Texas HHSC records list 16 inspections dated between October 10, 2023 and October 10, 2026.

The most recent inspection in these records is dated September 9, 2026.

The same records list 33 cited deficiencies dated March 26, 2024 to August 25, 2026 (HHSC risk levels: 6 High, 19 Medium High, 7 Medium, 1 Medium Low).

Correction status recorded by HHSC: 2 corrected at inspection, 31 with a correction date recorded, 0 with no correction date recorded.

HHSC lists a verified correction date for 31 of these citations.

The official HHSC record has the full inspection history and the latest information.

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Summary of the record

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Texas Health and Human Services records list 33 cited deficiencies for Kountry Kidz Learning Academy LLC in the 3 years before October 10, 2026 (6 High, 19 Medium High, 7 Medium, 1 Medium Low).

Records list 16 inspections in this window. Most recent inspection: 2026-09-09.

HHSC risk weights of citations
Risk weight	Citations
High	6
Medium High	19
Medium	7
Medium Low	1
Low	0
Unknown	0

HHSC assigns each standard a risk weight from Low to High. A deficiency is a finding that a minimum standard was not met.

Recent citations in the summary window

2026-08-25 · 746.3415(7) · Medium High

Employee Handwashing After Handling or Cleaning Bodily Fluids

After diapering and santizing, I did not observe a caregiver wash their hands.

Corrected at inspection

2026-08-25 · 746.613(b) · Medium High

Immunization Records, Exceptions, and Exemptions Current

One of the six children's files did not include a immunization record or immunization exemption form.

Correction date recorded: 2026-09-08

2026-08-25 · 746.1311(e) · Medium

Director Annual Training - Additional required topics

The director did not have current traininig available in the following topics: hazarous materials, food allergies, and medication administration.

Correction date recorded: 2026-09-01

Full citation history from HHSC (33)

2026-08-25 · 746.1309(e) · Medium
Documented Annual Training- Required Content
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2026-09-01. Correction verified: 2026-09-03.
One caregiver did not have current training available for review in the following topics: medication administration and hazardous materials.
2026-08-25 · 746.2409(a)(2) · Medium High
Safety Requirements for Cribs - Snug Fitting Sheets
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2026-08-25. Correction verified: 2026-09-09.
In the infant room, several of the cribs were observed to have very loose-fitting sheets.
2026-08-25 · 746.3407(11) · Medium High
Sanitize Tables Tops, Furniture and Similar Equipment
Corrected at inspection: Yes. Correction date: 2026-08-25. Correction verified: Not recorded.
One of the toilets in the girl's bathroom was observed to have feces on the toilet seat. Noted: This was corrected during the inspection when the toilet was cleaned.
2026-08-25 · 746.1301(a)(4)(A) · Medium High
Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Pediatric CPR
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2026-09-01. Correction verified: 2026-09-03.
Two staff members did not have first aid/CPR certifications available for review. One staff member, hired February 3, 2026, should have had the certification no later than May 4th, 2026. The second staff member did not have an updated certification available for review.
2026-08-25 · 746.1203(3)(D) · Medium High
Personal use of electronic devices, such as cell phones, MP3 players, tablets, and video games
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2026-08-25. Correction verified: 2026-09-09.
One caregiver was observed utilizing her cell phone several times throughout the inspection, including while children were eating and when the children were outside for physical activities.
2026-08-25 · 746.3701(10) · Medium High
Safety - Televisions Anchored to Prevent Tip Over
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2026-08-25. Correction verified: 2026-09-03.
A television in a napping space was observed to be seated on a shelf, not mounted.
2026-08-25 · 746.5101(a) · High
Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2026-09-08. Correction verified: 2026-09-03.
A current fire inspection was not available for review.
2026-08-25 · 746.1311(e) · Medium
Director Annual Training - Additional required topics
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2026-09-01. Correction verified: 2026-09-01.
The director did not have current traininig available in the following topics: hazarous materials, food allergies, and medication administration.
2026-08-25 · 746.613(b) · Medium High
Immunization Records, Exceptions, and Exemptions Current
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2026-09-08. Correction verified: 2026-09-03.
One of the six children's files did not include a immunization record or immunization exemption form.
2026-08-25 · 746.3415(7) · Medium High
Employee Handwashing After Handling or Cleaning Bodily Fluids
Corrected at inspection: Yes. Correction date: 2026-08-25. Correction verified: Not recorded.
After diapering and santizing, I did not observe a caregiver wash their hands.
2026-04-14 · 746.3415(4) · Medium High
Employee Handwashing After Diapering a Child
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2026-04-14. Correction verified: 2026-04-22.
A caregiver did not wash their hands after changing an infant.
2026-04-14 · 746.2407 · Medium High
Infant Care Area Furnishings and Equipment -Use of Safety Straps
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2026-04-14. Correction verified: 2026-04-22.
An infant was observed not strapped in while eating food.
2026-04-14 · 746.1205(a)(2) · High
Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know number of children responsible for
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2026-04-14. Correction verified: 2026-04-22.
When asking a caregiver how many children were present the caregiver responded 6. There were 4 children in the group. On a second occasion, a separate caregiver was asked how many children were present and the caregiver responded 6 and their were 7 children present.
2026-04-14 · 746.3417(3) · Medium High
Children Handwashing After Toileting or Diapering
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2026-04-14. Correction verified: 2026-04-22.
A caregiver did not wash an infants hands after changing their diaper.
2026-04-14 · 746.3505(e) · Medium High
Diapering Procedures - Sanitizing Diaper Changing Area
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2026-04-14. Correction verified: 2026-04-22.
A caregiver did not sanitize the diaper changing pad after changing and infant.
2026-04-14 · 746.4003(b) · Medium
First Aid Kit - Supplies Not Expired
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2026-04-14. Correction verified: 2026-04-22.
The triple antibiotic ointment in the first aid kit was expired.The medication expired on 03/2026.
2026-04-14 · 746.1205(a)(4) · High
Supervision ensures each child?s safety, well-being, including physical proximity and auditory or visual awareness of each child?s on going activity
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2026-04-14. Correction verified: 2026-04-22.
A caregiver was observed leaving a classroom of children unattended to turn the light off.
2026-04-14 · 746.1013(c) · Medium High
Director's Absence - Employees Know Who Is in Charge
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2026-04-14. Correction verified: 2026-04-22.
When arriving at the facility the caregivers did not know who was in charge while the director/owner was not present.
2026-04-14 · 746.2419(5) · Medium High
Requirements for Feeding Infants - Fed in Safe Manner
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2026-04-14. Correction verified: 2026-04-22.
An infant was observed laying down on a mat almost sleeping drinking a bottle.
2026-04-14 · 746.2424 · High
Infants sleep in Designated Crib, Cot, Bed, or Mat
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2026-04-14. Correction verified: 2026-04-22.
Two 4 month old infants were observed sleeping on the floor on boppy pillows.
2025-10-14 · 746.2415(b) · High
AP Cribs - Only Snug Fitting Sheet and Crib Mattress Cover Allowed if Infant Younger than 12 Months of Age
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2025-10-14. Correction verified: 2025-10-17.
A 9 month old infant was observed sleeping in a crib with a blanket.
2025-10-14 · 746.2419(7) · Medium High
Requirements for Feeding Infants - No Walking or Sleeping with Bottle or Cup
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2025-10-14. Correction verified: 2025-10-17.
An infant was observed sleeping with a bottle.
2025-10-14 · 746.3701 · Medium High
Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2025-10-24. Correction verified: 2025-10-24.
The fence where children play outside had large gaps at the bottom where children could escape. One portion of the fence was disconnected where children could push out.
2025-10-14 · 746.1315(b)(1) · Medium High
CPR Training and Recertification Adhere to Guidelines-skill based
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2025-10-31. Correction verified: 2025-10-31.
One out four caregivers did not have CPR training that was completed in person.
2025-04-08 · 746.301(2) · Medium
Notification of Change in Space
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2025-04-08. Correction verified: 2025-04-14.
The operation did not notify childcare regulation when infants were moved into a space that was not licensed for infants.
2025-04-08 · 746.1613(a)(4) · Medium High
Naptime Child/Caregiver Ratio - Additional Employee Required
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2025-04-08. Correction verified: 2025-04-14.
The operation did not have an additional person in the building during naptime.
2025-02-11 · 746.2407 · Medium High
Infant Care Area Furnishings and Equipment -Use of Safety Straps
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2025-02-11. Correction verified: 2025-02-19.
Five infants were observed sitting in bucket seats not strapped in.
2025-02-10 · 746.2207(a) · Medium
Screen Time Activities - Not Used for Under Two
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2025-02-18. Correction verified: 2025-02-19.
During the course of an investigation, it was determined that children under the age of 2 were engaged in screen time.
2025-02-10 · 746.401(5) · Medium
Posting Requirements - Activity Plans for each group of children in the child care center
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2025-02-18. Correction verified: 2025-02-19.
During the course of an investigation, it was determined that the operation did not post the activity plans.
2025-02-10 · 746.1205(a)(4) · High
Supervision ensures each child?s safety, well-being, including physical proximity and auditory or visual awareness of each child?s on going activity
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2025-02-18. Correction verified: 2025-02-20.
During the course of an investigation, it was determined that school age children enter the operation alone and unsupervised after being dropped off by the school bus.
2024-09-10 · 746.1301(a)(3)(A) · Medium High
Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Pediatric First Aid with Rescue Breathing
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2024-09-17. Correction verified: 2024-09-11.
One out of six personnel records evaluated lacked first aid training.
2024-09-10 · 746.901(4) · Medium Low
Required Personnel Records - Required Affidavit (Form 2985)
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2024-09-12. Correction verified: 2024-09-11.
One personnel file evaluated lacked an employee affidavit.
2024-03-26 · 746.2605(2) · Medium
Furnishings and Equipment for Pre-Kindergarten Age - Age-appropriate
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2024-03-29. Correction verified: 2024-03-29.
The operation did not have tables and chairs in 4 rooms that require the furnishings .

Source: Texas HHSC Child Care Regulation, via data.texas.gov (CC0). See the official record: https://childcare.hhs.texas.gov/Public/InspectionAndComplianceHistory?operationId=1470308

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Provider data fetched: October 10, 2026.