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Licensed Center · Texas

Bambino's Child Care And Learning Center

2802 Illinois Ave, Killeen

Last inspected Sep 10, 2026 · Map

3 deficiencies cited

About this program

Licensed capacity
105
Ages served
Infant,Toddler,Pre-Kindergarten,School
Hours
05:30 AM-06:00 PM
Days
Mon,Tue,Wed,Thu,Fri
Programs
School Age Care,Before School Care,Meals Provided ,After School Care,Snacks Provided,Transportation to/from School ,Field Trips,Night Care
Accepts child care subsidies
Yes
License type
Full Permit
Issued
Feb 7, 2007
Phone
2544327282

No adverse action, corrective action or permit conditions on record.

State compliance summary

How many deficiencies Texas has recorded for this program, by risk level. This is not a quality rating: it describes compliance with the state’s minimum licensing standards.

4High risk
17Medium-high risk
0Medium risk
3Medium-low risk
0Low risk
8Inspections and investigations on record

Inspection history

Sep 10, 2026 · Inspection
3 deficiencies cited
  • Critical Diaper Changing Equipment - Smooth, Non-absorbent, Easy to Clean Surface
    Inspector's note: Four diaper changing mats were observed with rips and tares in them. This was corrected during the inspection when the caregiver replaced the diaper changing mats with new ones. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected by 2026-09-15.
  • Critical Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
    Inspector's note: A stand alone fan and an air conditioning unit was observed in one of the toddler classrooms and was not mounted to the wall. Electrical cords were observed within the reach of the children. This was corrected at the inspection when the fan and air conditioning unit was removed from the classroom. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected during the inspection.
  • Critical AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
    Inspector's note: Two caregivers were observed at the operation without a cleared background check. This was corrected during the inspection when the caregivers were relieved from their positions and left the operation. Risk level: High. Corrected by 2026-09-17.
Sep 10, 2026 · Inspection
No deficiencies cited

No infractions recorded at this inspection.

Sep 10, 2026 · Inspection
No deficiencies cited

No infractions recorded at this inspection.

Sep 10, 2026 · Inspection
No deficiencies cited

No infractions recorded at this inspection.

Feb 4, 2026 · Inspection
3 deficiencies cited
  • Critical Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
    Inspector's note: The fire inspection has not been conducted at the operation since October 2024. Risk level: High. Corrected by 2026-03-04.
  • Critical Annual Sanitation Inspection
    Inspector's note: The annual health inspection has not been conducted at the operation since September 2024. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected by 2026-03-04.
  • Critical Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
    Inspector's note: One of the toilets was observed to have urine left in it. This was corrected at the inspection when the caregiver flushed the toilet. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected during the inspection.
Jan 21, 2026 · Assessment
1 deficiency cited
  • Non-critical Report Number of Employees
    Inspector's note: A review of the Employees Who Left Employment in 2025 data from January 21, 2026, revealed the center had not reported the number of employees who left employment in 2025 by January 15, 2026, as required. Risk level: Medium Low. Corrected by 2026-01-30.
Jan 6, 2026 · Complaint or incident investigation
No deficiencies cited

No infractions recorded at this inspection.

Sep 11, 2025 · Inspection
3 deficiencies cited
  • Critical Sheltering Drills for Lock-Down-4 times in a calendar year
    Inspector's note: The operation has not practiced a lock down drill for the current calendar year. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected by 2025-09-15.
  • Critical Fire Drill Monthly - Exit in 3 Minutes
    Inspector's note: The operation has not conducted a fire drill. The last fire drill that was conducted was on 04/09/25. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected by 2025-09-15.
  • Non-critical Required Personnel Records - Required Affidavit (Form 2985)
    Inspector's note: Two of the caregiver files reviewed did not have a notarized affidavit or a pre employment affidavit. Risk level: Medium Low. Corrected by 2025-09-18.
Jan 21, 2025 · Assessment
1 deficiency cited
  • Non-critical Report Number of Employees
    Inspector's note: A review of the Employees Who Left Employment in 2024 data from January 21, 2025, revealed the center had not reported the number of employees who left employment in 2024 by January 15, 2025, as required. Risk level: Medium Low. Corrected by 2025-01-31.
Sep 17, 2024 · Inspection
3 deficiencies cited
  • Critical Electronic or Battery-Operated Carbon Monoxide Detector-Check All Detectors Monthly
    Inspector's note: The smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors have not been documented as being tested. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected by 2024-09-24.
  • Critical Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
    Inspector's note: There was a power connector and power cord located on the playground area where the children have access to. This was corrected at the inspection when the power connector and cord were removed from the playground. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected during the inspection.
  • Critical Safety - Air Conditioners, Fans, Heaters Safeguarded
    Inspector's note: During the walk through, there was a standing electric fan in the toddler room. This was corrected at the inspection when the caregiiver removed the fan from the room. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected during the inspection.
Sep 20, 2023 · Inspection
1 deficiency cited
  • Critical AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
    Inspector's note: A caregiver was counted into ratio who did not have an active background check. This was corrected at the inspection when the caregiver left the facility. Risk level: High. Corrected during the inspection.

Records come from Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation. They describe conditions on the inspection date and may not reflect current conditions.