Just for Tots #2

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Provider details

City / County / ZIP: Killeen / Bell / 76549
Street address: 2901 W Elms Rd Bldg A Bldg B Ste 200 300 400
Phone: (254) 616-6665
Capacity: 136
Ages served: Infant, Toddler, Pre-Kindergarten, School
Hours / Days: 05:30 AM-06:00 PM / Mon,Tue,Wed,Thu,Fri
Permit type: Full Permit
Permit issued: June 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 24 inspections dated between October 10, 2023 and October 10, 2026.

The most recent inspection in these records is dated September 23, 2026.

The same records list 34 cited deficiencies dated April 26, 2024 to August 21, 2026 (HHSC risk levels: 14 High, 15 Medium High, 4 Medium, 1 Medium Low).

Correction status recorded by HHSC: 3 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

This summary is generated automatically from public HHSC records. It restates the official record and may lag behind it. The official state record is the authoritative source: official HHSC record.

Texas Health and Human Services records list 34 cited deficiencies for Just for Tots #2 in the 3 years before October 10, 2026 (14 High, 15 Medium High, 4 Medium, 1 Medium Low).

Records list 24 inspections in this window. Most recent inspection: 2026-09-23.

HHSC risk weights of citations
Risk weight	Citations
High	14
Medium High	15
Medium	4
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

2026-08-21 · 746.3425(3) · Medium High

Disposing of Gloves after One Use

The caregiver was observed wearing gloves to fix dinner plates, then stopped to sign children in from the transportation.

Correction date recorded: 2026-08-21

2026-08-21 · 746.3417(1) · Medium High

Children Handwashing Before Eating

Children were observed entering the operation from school, sitting down to eat before washing their hands,

Correction date recorded: 2026-08-21

2026-08-19 · 745.8411(a) · High

Responsibilities - Not interfere with an inspection or investigation

Video footage was requested from the operation to cover days listed in the investigation. The operation began playing the recordings, then stated the camera and footage was messing up, preventing licensing from accessing any of the recordings. The operation however, offered to…

Correction date recorded: 2026-09-18

Full citation history from HHSC (34)

2026-08-21 · 746.3417(1) · Medium High
Children Handwashing Before Eating
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2026-08-21. Correction verified: 2026-09-23.
Children were observed entering the operation from school, sitting down to eat before washing their hands,
2026-08-21 · 746.3425(3) · Medium High
Disposing of Gloves after One Use
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2026-08-21. Correction verified: 2026-09-23.
The caregiver was observed wearing gloves to fix dinner plates, then stopped to sign children in from the transportation.
2026-08-19 · 745.8411(a) · High
Responsibilities - Not interfere with an inspection or investigation
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2026-09-18. Correction verified: 2026-09-23.
Video footage was requested from the operation to cover days listed in the investigation. The operation began playing the recordings, then stated the camera and footage was messing up, preventing licensing from accessing any of the recordings. The operation however, offered to provide footage of the day prior and the day after the incident, which were not associated with the investigation.
2026-08-11 · 745.621(a)(2) · High
AP Initial background checks submitted - At the time you hire someone
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2026-08-24. Correction verified: 2026-08-28.
It was determined the operation allowed two caregivers to work in the operation without having submitted background checks.
2026-08-11 · 746.901 · Medium
Required Personnel Records
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2026-08-24. Correction verified: 2026-08-28.
A caregiver was working in the operation and did not have an employment file.
2026-08-11 · 745.635(3) · High
AP Background ck determination - If provisionally eligible w/conditions or eligible w/conditions you must restrict duties per conditions/restrictions
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2026-08-14. Correction verified: 2026-08-20.
The operation was observed not following the conditions of the background check. This was corrected when the second caregiver returned to the room.
2026-06-17 · 746.3407(8) · Medium High
Garbage Inaccessible to Children; Maintained in Sanitary Manner
Corrected at inspection: Yes. Correction date: 2026-06-17. Correction verified: Not recorded.
A garbage can with no lid was observed in the classroom allowing trash to be accessible to the children. This was corrected during the inspection when a garbage can with a lid was placed in the classroom.
2026-06-17 · 746.3701 · Medium High
Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2026-06-19. Correction verified: 2026-07-08.
In two of the pre-toddler classrooms, ceiling tiles were broken and hanging from the light fixture and air vents were observed with dust particles. The cabinet in the pre-toddler classroom had peeling paper and accessible to the children. On the outdoors playground, there were safety hazards observed on the playground also. The fence had rusted nails that were exposed and wooden slants that exposed the children to entrapment hazards. there was enough room for the children to get their fingers in between the boards. A climbing structure had splintered pieces that allow for the children to cut their fingers or get splinters. Some of the nails on the fence that were exposed and caused a hazard were nailed in and corrected during the inspection.
2026-06-17 · 746.3501(4) · Medium High
Diaper Changing Steps- Parent's Written Permission for Powders, Lotions, Etc.
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2026-06-17. Correction verified: 2026-07-08.
Lotions and creams were observed in the bin of the diaper station, The operation did not have written permission from the parents to apply the lotions and creams.
2026-06-17 · 746.2909(3) · Medium High
Arrangement of Napping Equipment -Provides Sufficient Walking and Work Space
Corrected at inspection: Yes. Correction date: 2026-06-17. Correction verified: Not recorded.
A caregiver was observed walking on a child's mat during nap time. There was insufficient space for the caregiver to walk in between the mats. This was corrected when the caregiver picked up the mats.
2026-06-17 · 746.901(4) · Medium Low
Required Personnel Records - Required Affidavit (Form 2985)
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2026-06-19. Correction verified: 2026-07-08.
A caregiver did not have the required notarized affidavit and two caregivers did not have the pre-application affidavits.
2026-06-17 · 746.2409(a)(2) · Medium High
Safety Requirements for Cribs - Snug Fitting Sheets
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2026-06-17. Correction verified: 2026-07-08.
4 of the 10 cribs was observed with sheets that did not fit snug on the mattress. And two of the cribs were not labeled. One crib was propped on a mat to prevent the child from moving the crib.
2026-06-04 · 745.641 · High
AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2026-06-04. Correction verified: 2026-06-17.
An individual was observed hiding in the girls' bathroom with feet off the floor sitting in the stall. The individual was removed from the operation.
2026-06-04 · 746.4505 · Medium
Storage for Individual Belongings
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2026-06-04. Correction verified: 2026-06-17.
Personal belongings were observed stacked in a pile on the couches in the classroom.
2026-06-04 · 746.3503(c)(1) · Medium High
Diaper Changing Equipment- If Above Floor Level Must Use Safety Mechanism
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2026-06-12. Correction verified: 2026-06-22.
There was no safety mechanism observed attached to the diaper table in the classrooms.
2026-06-03 · 746.305(a)(1) · Medium High
Report Unsafe Facility Occurrence
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2026-06-29. Correction verified: 2026-07-08.
During an investigation inspection, it was found, the operation did not report an incident that happened at the operation in the front of staff and children which rendered the facility unsafe and placing children at risk.
2026-06-03 · 746.3703(a) · High
People Whose Behavior/Health Threatens Children Not Present
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2026-06-29. Correction verified: 2026-07-08.
A verbal and physical altercation was witnessed to have ensued during operating hours between two employees and a previous employee while children were in care.
2026-06-03 · 746.1201(1) · High
Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2026-06-29. Correction verified: 2026-07-08.
The operation did not use good judgment when the operation knowingly allowed and participated in a violation of the conditions set in place by background unit. The operation allowed a person deemed ineligible to be present at the operation while children were in care. The operation participated by not notifying Childcare Regulations on several occasions when the individual had been present at the center.
2026-06-03 · 745.635(2) · High
AP Background check determination - If ineligible then you must immediately remove subject from operation and confirm to CBCU receipt of notice letter
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2026-06-29. Correction verified: 2026-07-08.
The operation did not follow the conditions of the criminal background check unit. The operation allowed a person deemed ineligible to be present at the operation and have access to the child in care.
2026-06-03 · 745.8411(a) · High
Responsibilities - Not interfere with an inspection or investigation
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2026-06-29. Correction verified: 2026-07-08.
The operation interfered with the investigation when they did not provide available video footage related to an open investigation. During the inspection, video recording equipment was on and working. The footage was playing clear and showing parents entering and exiting the building. The inspector requested to review the footage for the day of the incident. Staff left the room, returned, shut the equipment off and stated it was no longer working. The operation never made an effort to provide the inspector with the video recording after numerous requests.
2026-04-28 · 746.3701 · Medium High
Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2026-04-28. Correction verified: 2026-05-08.
Children were observed asleep near shelving that had scissors and other supplies that could cause injury. A container of bleach wipes was observed in the classroom and accessible to the children. This was corrected during the inspection when both the scissors and wipes were removed out of the reach of the children.
2026-04-27 · 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: 2026-04-28. Correction verified: 2026-05-08.
A child was left on the playground for more than 5 minutes. A caregiver retrieved the child after being notified by the police department.
2026-04-27 · 746.631(b) · Medium High
Caregivers Have Access to Tracking System
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2026-04-28. Correction verified: 2026-05-08.
Caregivers did not have a written tracking system which prevented them from identifying the children in their care.
2026-02-09 · 746.1201(1) · High
Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2026-03-05. Correction verified: 2026-03-12.
Staff did not use good judgement and self-control during an incident with a parent. The staff became upset and terminated the care of a child without incident.
2026-02-09 · 746.501(a)(8) · Medium High
Written Operational Policies - Suspension and Expulsion
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2026-03-05. Correction verified: 2026-03-12.
The operation did not have a suspension and termination policy in place prior to suspending a parent for addressing a concern.
2026-02-09 · 746.1003(2) · Medium
Director Responsibilities - Employees Comply with Standards
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2026-03-05. Correction verified: 2026-03-12.
The staff did not comply with the minimum standards for parent's rights. The operation has written procedures for parents to discuss concerns with staff, however when the parent tried to share concerns, care was terminated.
2025-09-02 · 746.5605(3) · High
Safety Precautions for Loading and Unloading Children - Account for All Children
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2025-09-02. Correction verified: 2025-09-11.
2 caregivers were observed not conducting the name to face as the children exited the vehicle.
2025-08-18 · 746.1205(a)(3) · Medium High
Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know children's names and ages
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2025-08-18. Correction verified: 2025-09-02.
One classroom was observed with 20 children and 3 caregivers. The caregivers did not know the specified age group of the children, because a second group of children was add to the room. The caregivers did not have a list showing who the children were and their ages.
2025-08-14 · 746.5605(3) · High
Safety Precautions for Loading and Unloading Children - Account for All Children
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2025-08-18. Correction verified: 2025-09-18.
Caregivers were observed not conducting the name to face as the children exited the vehicle.
2025-04-04 · 746.3703(a) · High
People Whose Behavior/Health Threatens Children Not Present
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2025-04-07. Correction verified: 2025-04-07.
The operation allowed a previous employee to be present at the operation during operating hours and not following the rules of the background unit.
2025-03-27 · 746.305(a)(2) · Medium High
AP Report Child Injury Requiring Medical Treatment by a Health-Care Professional or Hospitalization
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2025-04-07. Correction verified: 2025-04-15.
The operation did not report that a child in care received medical attention.
2024-10-30 · 746.1507(1) · Medium
Determining Child/Caregiver Ratios - Basis
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2024-10-30. Correction verified: 2024-11-06.
The pre-toddler room was observed with 5 children age 0-11 months old, bringing the room out of ratio by 1 child. This was corrected during the inspection when 1 child was moved to another room.
2024-10-28 · 746.3703(a) · High
People Whose Behavior/Health Threatens Children Not Present
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2024-10-31. Correction verified: 2024-11-06.
An employee ineligible to be present at the operation during hours of operation and while children are in care has been observed at the operation.
2024-04-26 · 746.3415(4) · Medium High
Employee Handwashing After Diapering a Child
Corrected at inspection: Yes. Correction date: 2024-04-26. Correction verified: Not recorded.
A caregiver did not wash hands after diapering a child. This was corrected at the inspection when the caregiver washed their hands.

Source: Texas HHSC Child Care Regulation, via data.texas.gov (CC0). See the official record: https://childcare.hhs.texas.gov/Public/InspectionAndComplianceHistory?operationId=1475774

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Provider data fetched: October 10, 2026.