- Non-critical Notification of Changing Address or Location
Inspector's note: The operation changed addresses without approval of Child Care Regulation. Corrected: This was corrected during the inspection. Risk level: Medium. Corrected during the inspection. - Critical Annual Sanitation Inspection
Inspector's note: The health inspection was last conducted on 07/14/25. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected by 2026-08-25. - Critical Measurement of Use Zone for Slides - in Front of Access and on Sides
Inspector's note: The use zone in front and behind the slide is under 6 feet. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected by 2026-08-04.
Licensed Center · Texas
Helen Marie's Christian Childcare
3203 Nacogdoches Road Ste 200, San Antonio
Last inspected Aug 4, 2026 · Map
About this program
- Licensed capacity
- 24
- Ages served
- Infant,Toddler,Pre-Kindergarten,School
- Hours
- 07:00 AM-11:30 PM
- Days
- Mon,Tue,Wed,Thu,Fri
- Programs
- School Age Care,Before School Care,After School Care,Drop-In Care,Night Care
- Accepts child care subsidies
- Yes
- License type
- Full Permit
- Issued
- Mar 13, 2024
- Phone
- 2107074949
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.
Inspection history
- Critical Supervision ensures each child?s safety, well-being, including physical proximity and auditory or visual awareness of each child?s on going activity
Inspector's note: A child was observed alone in the office with the door closed. This was corrected at inspection when the child was brought back into the group. Risk level: High. Corrected by 2026-07-20. - Critical AP Ensure total number of children both at & away from center within capacity
Inspector's note: There were 9 children in care. This was corrected at inspection when the director sent one chld home. Risk level: High. Corrected by 2026-07-20.
- Critical AP Ensure total number of children both at & away from center within capacity
Inspector's note: There were 12 children in care. This was corrected at inspection when the director sent home five children. Risk level: High. Corrected by 2026-07-10.
- Critical CPR Training and Recertification Adhere to Guidelines-skill based
Inspector's note: Four of four staff have current CPR training that did not include hands-on use of a CPR manakin. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected by 2026-03-20. - Non-critical Documented Annual Training- Required Content
Inspector's note: Four of four staff did not have training in responding to food allergies, emergency preparedness, understanding building safety, or handling and disposing of hazardous materials. Risk level: Medium. Corrected by 2026-03-20.
No infractions recorded at this inspection.
No infractions recorded at this inspection.
- Non-critical Written Activity Plans - Plan Followed by Caregiver
Inspector's note: Written activity plan posted was not being followed during inspection. Note: This was corrected at inspection when lunch was served during the time listed in the activity plan. Risk level: Medium. Corrected during the inspection. - Non-critical Posting Requirements - Daily menu, including all snacks and meals served by the child care center
Inspector's note: Daily snack menu was not posted Note: This was corrected at inspection copy was completed and provided of the snack menu. Risk level: Medium. Corrected during the inspection.
- Non-critical Notification of Change in Space
Inspector's note: The operation reduced indoor and outdoor space without notifying Child Care Regulation. This was corrected at inspection when a discussion was had with the director on required notifications. Risk level: Medium. Corrected during the inspection.
- Non-critical Children's Records Maintained
Inspector's note: Two of five children's files could not be located. Risk level: Medium. Corrected by 2025-07-28. - Critical CPR Training and Recertification Adhere to Guidelines-skill based
Inspector's note: The director's CPR and FIrst Aid certificate is expired. Another employee's CPR was online only. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected by 2025-07-28.
- Non-critical Safety Requirements for Cribs - Label for Each Infant
Inspector's note: The infant cribs were not labeled. This was corrected at inspection when the cribs were labeled with the child's name. Risk level: Medium. Corrected during the inspection. - Non-critical Written Feeding Instructions - Signed and Dated by Parent or Health-Care Professional
Inspector's note: An infant who is not yet on table food did not have current infant feeding instructions. Risk level: Medium. Corrected by 2025-05-30.
- Non-critical Screen Time Activities - Not Used for Under Two
Inspector's note: Two children under two were observed watching a screen. Corrected at inspection: The operation immediately turned off the tablet. Risk level: Medium. Corrected during the inspection. - Critical Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
Inspector's note: The annual fire inspection was last conducted on March 14, 2024. Risk level: High. Corrected by 2025-04-25. - Non-critical Posting Requirements - Daily menu, including all snacks and meals served by the child care center
Inspector's note: The operation serves snacks. The menu was not posted listing the items that are served. Corrected at inspection: The operation posted the menu during the inspection. Risk level: Medium. Corrected during the inspection.
No infractions recorded at this inspection.
No infractions recorded at this inspection.
- Critical Director Responsibilities - Operate in Compliance
Inspector's note: The director did not ensure staff are following minimum standards, when staff failed to communicate with parent that a child was not bringing meals, since the daycare does not provide meals. The director did not ensure operational policies were updated, to reflect that the center does not provide meals, and the center only provides snack. Risk level: High. Corrected by 2025-02-12. - Non-critical Notify Parents of Change in Operational Policy or Enrollment Agreement
Inspector's note: During the time of inspection it was observed that the operational policies were not updated to reflect the center does not provide meals, and center only provides snacks. Risk level: Medium. Corrected by 2025-02-12. - Non-critical Parent Provided Meals/Snacks - Nutritional Value
Inspector's note: The operation did not have a signed statement from the parent acknowledging the child care center was not responsible for meeting the child's daily food needs. Risk level: Medium. Corrected by 2025-02-12. - Critical Nutrition and Food Service - Regular Meals and Snacks
Inspector's note: Based on information gathered, it was determined a 13 month infant ready for table food was not feed table food for three days that the child attended daycare. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected by 2025-02-12. - Critical Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
Inspector's note: Based on information gathered, it was determined that staff did not practice good judgement when staff did not communicate with parent that infant did not bring meals for three days that the child attended and infant only drank milk and snacks. Risk level: High. Corrected by 2025-02-12.
No infractions recorded at this inspection.
- Critical Fire Drill Monthly - Exit in 3 Minutes
Inspector's note: A fire drill was not completed in the month of September. This was corrected at inspection when a fire drill was conducted. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected during the inspection. - Critical Fire Extinguishers Serviced
Inspector's note: The fire extinguisher was last serviced in 9/2024. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected by 2024-10-17.
No infractions recorded at this inspection.
- Non-critical Child/Caregiver Ratio - 12 or Fewer Children
Inspector's note: There were 11 children in care with one caregiver. Six of the 11 children were infants under the age of 18 months. This was corrected at inspection when the director returned. Risk level: Medium. Corrected by 2024-06-14.
- Non-critical Required Personnel Records - Required Affidavit
Inspector's note: Two of three staff files did not have a signed affidavits. Risk level: Medium Low. Corrected by 2024-06-11. - Critical Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric first aid with rescue breathing and choking.
Inspector's note: One of three staff did not have current CPR training. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected by 2024-06-18. - Non-critical Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days
Inspector's note: Infant feeding instructions were not up to date for the four infants not on table food. Risk level: Medium. Corrected by 2024-06-11. - Non-critical Required Personnel Records- Photo Identification
Inspector's note: One of three staff files audited did not have a copy of a photo ID. Risk level: Medium. Corrected by 2024-06-11. - Critical Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
Inspector's note: The infant caregiver had seven children by herself. This was corrected at inspection when a child was sent home and the center was able to operate under standard 746.1705. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected by 2024-06-04. - Critical AP Cribs - Only Snug Fitting Sheet and Crib Mattress Cover Allowed if Infant Younger than 12 Months of Age
Inspector's note: An 11-month-old child was observed sleeping with in a crib with a blanket. A six-month-old was observed sleeping in a crib with a blanket and a bib. Risk level: High. Corrected during the inspection. - Critical Infant May Not Sleep in a Restrictive Device
Inspector's note: Two three-month-old children were observed sleeping in restrictive devices. This was corrected at inspection when the children were removed and placed in cribs. Risk level: High. Corrected during the inspection.
No infractions recorded at this inspection.
- Non-critical Report Number of Employees
Inspector's note: The operation failed to submit the number of employees that have left their employment in 2023 by January 15th. Risk level: Medium Low. Corrected by 2024-01-21.
- Critical Infant Daily Report - Share with Parent
Inspector's note: Infant daily sheets were not being filled ouit. This was corrected at inspections when the director started filling out the sheets. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected during the inspection. - Non-critical Written Feeding Instructions - Signed and Dated by Parent or Health-Care Professional
Inspector's note: An infant who is not yet on table food did not have signed and dated infant feeding instructions. Risk level: Medium. Corrected by 2024-01-15. - Non-critical Safety Requirements for Cribs - Label for Each Infant
Inspector's note: Cribs were not labeled with each child's name. Risk level: Medium. Corrected by 2024-01-15.
No infractions recorded at this inspection.
- Non-critical Children's Records - Health Statement
Inspector's note: Two of four children's records did not have a completed health statement on file. Risk level: Medium. Corrected by 2023-12-12. - Non-critical Required Personnel Records
Inspector's note: Two of three personnel files do not have any information other than the name of the caregiver. All items listed under 746.901 need to be complete. Risk level: Medium. Corrected by 2023-12-12. - Critical Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Pediatric First Aid with Rescue Breathing
Inspector's note: Two of three personnel files did not have proof of First Aid and CPR training. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected by 2023-12-12.
No infractions recorded at this inspection.
No infractions recorded at this inspection.
- Critical Electronic or Battery-Operated Carbon Monoxide Detector-Check All Detectors Monthly
Inspector's note: Carbon monoxide detectors have not been inspected since opening on 4/11/2023. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected by 2023-09-20. - Non-critical Children's Products-Posting of CPSC website
Inspector's note: The CPSC form was not available. Risk level: Medium. Corrected by 2023-09-13. - Critical Children Handwashing After Toileting or Diapering
Inspector's note: A caregiver did not wash the hands of the child after changing their diaper. This was corrected at inspection when the director instructed the employee to wash the child's hands. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected during the inspection. - Critical Employee Handwashing After Diapering a Child
Inspector's note: A caregiver did not wash their hands after changing a diaper. This was corrected at inspection when the director instructed the employee to wash their hands. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected during the inspection. - Critical Requirements for Feeding Infants - Other Use of Handwashing Sink
Inspector's note: A bottle with formula was being stored on the diaper changing mat. This was corrected at inspection when the caregiver removed the bottle. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected during the inspection. - Critical Smoke-Detection System Tested
Inspector's note: No smoke detector inspections have been conducted since opening on 4/11/2023. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected by 2023-09-20. - Critical Diaper Changing Equipment - If Above Floor Level Caregiver Must Face Child and Be Within Arm's Length of Child
Inspector's note: A caregiver was observed walking away from a child who was on the diaper changing table. The caregiver walked to the other side of the room with their back to the child and was not within arms reach. This was corrected at inspection when the director went to secure the child. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected during the inspection. - Critical Sheltering Drill For Severe Weather-Four times a calendar year
Inspector's note: No severe weather drills have been recorded since opening on 4/11/2023. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected by 2023-09-20. - Critical Fire Drill Monthly - Exit in 3 Minutes
Inspector's note: No fire drills have been recorded since opening on 4/11/2023. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected by 2023-09-20. - Critical Crib Mattress Cover - Designed for Use in Size and Type of Crib
Inspector's note: A child was standing in a crib that did not have a sheet designed for the mattress. This was corrected at inspection when the child and sheet were removed from the crib. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected during the inspection. - Critical AP Cribs - Only Snug Fitting Sheet and Crib Mattress Cover Allowed if Infant Younger than 12 Months of Age
Inspector's note: An infant less than a 12 months old was observed sleeping in a crib with a blanket, pacifier tied to a cord, and a bib tied around their neck. The items were removed by the director. Risk level: High. Corrected by 2023-09-06. - Critical AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
Inspector's note: The caregiver left in charge at the operation did not have a current background check. Risk level: High. Corrected by 2023-09-06.
- Non-critical Napping Floor Mats Marked with Sleeping Side Distinguished
Inspector's note: Mats were observed being used without designated floor and sleep sides. Risk level: Medium. Corrected by 2023-07-14. - Non-critical Cots, Beds, Mats Labeled With Child's Name
Inspector's note: Children were observed napping on cots that were not assigned by name or number. Risk level: Medium. Corrected by 2023-07-14.
No infractions recorded at this inspection.
- Non-critical Children's Records - Health Statement
Inspector's note: Two of six children's files did not have a current health care provider statement. Risk level: Medium. Corrected by 2023-06-09. - Non-critical Provide Parents With Copy of Policies
Inspector's note: One of six children's files did not have an acknowledgment of receipt of operational policies. Risk level: Medium. Corrected by 2023-06-02. - Non-critical Required Admission Information - Date of Admission
Inspector's note: One of six children's files did not have an enrollment date. Risk level: Medium Low. Corrected by 2023-06-02. - Critical Supervision ensures each child?s safety, well-being, including physical proximity and auditory or visual awareness of each child?s on going activity
Inspector's note: The children were left unsupervised when the only caregiver left the building. Risk level: High. Corrected by 2023-05-26. - Critical Required Admission Information - Release Information
Inspector's note: One of six children's files did not have anyone besides the parents authorized to pick up the child. Risk level: High. Corrected by 2023-06-02. - Critical Required Admission Information - Emergency Medical Authorization
Inspector's note: One of six children's files did not have an emergency care authorization on file. Risk level: High. Corrected by 2023-06-02. - Critical Required Admission Information - Emergency Contact
Inspector's note: One of six children's files did not have an address for the emergency contact. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected by 2023-06-02. - Non-critical Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Sanitation Inspection Report
Inspector's note: The health inspection expired 4/26/2023. Risk level: Medium. Corrected by 2023-06-20. - Non-critical Required Personnel Records
Inspector's note: The personnel file for the only employee does not exist. Risk level: Medium. Corrected by 2023-06-09. - Non-critical Children's Records - Immunizations
Inspector's note: Four of six children's files did not have current immunization records. Risk level: Medium. Corrected by 2023-06-20. - Critical Required Admission Information - Special Needs Statement
Inspector's note: Five of six children's files did not complete the special needs care statement. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected by 2023-06-02. - Non-critical Written Activity Plan - Group Name and Dates
Inspector's note: Activity plans identifying the age group the activity plan is designed for and period the plan covers were not posted. Risk level: Medium. Corrected by 2023-06-02. - Non-critical Required Admission Information - Physician Information
Inspector's note: Two of six children's files did not have health care information on file. Risk level: Medium. Corrected by 2023-06-02. - Non-critical Written Feeding Instructions - Signed and Dated by Parent or Health-Care Professional
Inspector's note: Infant feeding instructions are not on file for the two infants not on table food. Risk level: Medium. Corrected by 2023-06-02.
- Non-critical Written Operational Policies - Promotion of Physical Activity
Inspector's note: The operational policies did not include a statement promoting indoor and outdoor physical activivties. Risk level: Medium. Corrected by 2023-03-31. - Critical Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
Inspector's note: The fire inspection expired on 3/23/2023. Risk level: High. Corrected by 2023-03-31. - Non-critical First Aid Kit - Incomplete Kit
Inspector's note: The first aid kit was missing scissors, tweezers, disposable gloves, a guide to first aid, gauze, and tape, Risk level: Medium. Corrected by 2023-03-31.
Records come from Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation. They describe conditions on the inspection date and may not reflect current conditions.