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Licensed Center · Texas

Kidz First Learning Academy

1600 Rocky Ridge Rd, Athens

Last inspected Feb 17, 2026 · Map

4 deficiencies cited

About this program

Licensed capacity
115
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
Dec 5, 2017
Phone
9032925132

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.

14High risk
24Medium-high risk
15Medium risk
0Medium-low risk
1Low risk
29Inspections and investigations on record

Inspection history

Feb 17, 2026 · Inspection
4 deficiencies cited
  • Non-critical Written Operational Policies - Operating Times
    Inspector's note: The operation was not able to provide the operational policies for review. Risk level: Medium. Corrected by 2026-02-27.
  • Critical Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric CPR
    Inspector's note: The director did not have current CPR training. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected by 2026-03-20.
  • Critical Food Service and Preparation Requirement - Use Sanitary Holders
    Inspector's note: While serving morning snack, it was observed that the food was being placed directly on the table and not on a plate, napkin, or other sanitary manner. This was corrected when the caregivers gave each child a napkin to place their food on. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected during the inspection.
  • Critical Required Immunizations
    Inspector's note: While reviewing immunization records, 1 child did not have an immunization record in their file. Risk level: High. Corrected by 2026-03-06.
Jan 6, 2026 · Inspection
No deficiencies cited

No infractions recorded at this inspection.

Nov 20, 2025 · Inspection
No deficiencies cited

No infractions recorded at this inspection.

Nov 18, 2025 · Complaint or incident investigation
2 deficiencies cited
  • Critical Child Passenger Safety Seat System - Child 12 Years and Younger Must Not Ride in Front Seat
    Inspector's note: This standard was reviewed during an investigation and found deficient. There is evidence to support that young children are being placed in the front seat during transportation to the operation. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected by 2025-12-10.
  • Critical One Seat Belt Per Person
    Inspector's note: This standard was reviewed during an investigation and found deficient. There is evidence to support that multiple children are being buckled in the same seatbelt. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected by 2025-12-10.
Sep 23, 2025 · Inspection
1 deficiency cited
  • Non-critical Required Health Statement - Written, dated within past year, indicates child is physically able to participate in operation's child-care program
    Inspector's note: While reviewing files, 9 children files did not have a health statement. Risk level: Low. Corrected by 2025-10-14.
Apr 9, 2025 · Inspection
No deficiencies cited

No infractions recorded at this inspection.

Mar 25, 2025 · Inspection
5 deficiencies cited
  • Critical Immunization Records, Exceptions, and Exemptions Current
    Inspector's note: While reviewing children's files for the HASA, 2 children did not have updated immunizations. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected by 2025-04-11.
  • Non-critical Posting Requirements - License
    Inspector's note: The operation did not have the licenses posted. Risk level: Medium. Corrected by 2025-04-04.
  • Critical Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
    Inspector's note: While doing a walk through, one caregiver was supervising 14 children aged 12 months-2 on the playground. This was corrected when a second caregiver joined the caregiver on the playground. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected by 2025-03-25.
  • 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: While doing a walk through of the operation, a caregiver walked off the playground to go potty leaving a group of children unsupervised. This was corrected when the director stepped outside with the children. Risk level: High. Corrected by 2025-03-25.
  • Critical Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric first aid with rescue breathing and choking.
    Inspector's note: While reviewing personnel files, 2 caregivers did not have current CPR/First Aid training. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected by 2025-04-25.
Jul 22, 2024 · Inspection
No deficiencies cited

No infractions recorded at this inspection.

Jul 18, 2024 · Complaint or incident investigation
No deficiencies cited

No infractions recorded at this inspection.

Jul 18, 2024 · Inspection
1 deficiency cited
  • Critical Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - 30 Annual Training
    Inspector's note: While reviewing the director's file, there were only 17 of the required 30 hours availbale for review. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected by 2024-08-08.
Jun 24, 2024 · Inspection
No deficiencies cited

No infractions recorded at this inspection.

Jun 20, 2024 · Complaint or incident investigation
No deficiencies cited

No infractions recorded at this inspection.

Jun 18, 2024 · Inspection
No deficiencies cited

No infractions recorded at this inspection.

Jun 14, 2024 · Complaint or incident investigation
No deficiencies cited

No infractions recorded at this inspection.

Jun 11, 2024 · Inspection
No deficiencies cited

No infractions recorded at this inspection.

Jun 7, 2024 · Complaint or incident investigation
No deficiencies cited

No infractions recorded at this inspection.

Sep 7, 2023 · Inspection
1 deficiency cited
  • Critical Safety Requirements for Cribs - Snug Fitting, Firm, Flat Mattress Designed for Use in Crib
    Inspector's note: A crib sheet was observed to be loose fitting and bundled up when an infant was sleeping. This was discussed with the caregivers and corrected at inspection. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected during the inspection.
Aug 16, 2023 · Inspection
7 deficiencies cited
  • Critical Mark Cleaning Supplies, Toxic Materials; Keep Separate from Food and Inaccessible to Children
    Inspector's note: During inspection there was a container of lysol wipes and hand sanitizer on the shelf within the reach of the children. Risk level: High. Corrected by 2023-08-16.
  • Non-critical Maintenance Procedures for Active Play - Monthly Maintenance Checklist
    Inspector's note: The HASA was conducted and the grounds checklist has not been conducted in the last 3 months. Risk level: Medium. Corrected by 2023-08-23.
  • Non-critical Screen Time Activities - Not Used During Eating or Rest Times
    Inspector's note: During inspection it was observed that the children were eating their breakfast upon arrival and watching television. Risk level: Medium. Corrected by 2023-08-16.
  • Non-critical Written Activity Plans
    Inspector's note: There were no activity plans posted in the classrooms. Risk level: Medium. Corrected by 2023-08-23.
  • 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: During inspection a caregiver walked out of the breakfast area leaving 4 children alone to switch places with a caregiver outside. Risk level: High. Corrected by 2023-08-16.
  • Critical Active Play Surfacing In Use Zones - Loose Fill or Unitary Surfacing
    Inspector's note: A piece of equipment that bounces did not have the proper depth of loose fill around and under it as required. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected by 2023-08-30.
  • Critical Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric first aid with rescue breathing and choking.
    Inspector's note: The HASA was conducted and one caregiver had an expired CPR and First Aid certification. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected by 2023-08-30.
Jun 15, 2023 · Inspection
No deficiencies cited

No infractions recorded at this inspection.

Jun 13, 2023 · Complaint or incident investigation
No deficiencies cited

No infractions recorded at this inspection.

Apr 28, 2023 · Inspection
No deficiencies cited

No infractions recorded at this inspection.

Apr 24, 2023 · Complaint or incident investigation
No deficiencies cited

No infractions recorded at this inspection.

Mar 9, 2023 · Inspection
No deficiencies cited

No infractions recorded at this inspection.

Feb 23, 2023 · Inspection
No deficiencies cited

No infractions recorded at this inspection.

Feb 16, 2023 · Inspection
2 deficiencies cited
  • Critical Infant Care Area Furnishings and Equipment -Use of Safety Straps
    Inspector's note: During follow up inspection, 1 infant was observed unbuckled in the highchair table. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected by 2023-02-16.
  • Critical Activities for Infants - Not in Restrictive Device for more than 15 Minutes
    Inspector's note: During follow up inspection, 1 infant was observed in a restrictive device for 50 minutes. Risk level: High. Corrected by 2023-02-16.
Feb 6, 2023 · Inspection
4 deficiencies cited
  • Critical Report Unsafe Facility Occurrence
    Inspector's note: The operation was closed 1/31/23 - 2/3/23 due to weather and did not notify CCR. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected by 2023-02-06.
  • Critical Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know Children's Names and Ages
    Inspector's note: During POA inspection, the infant caregivers did not know the information for 1 infant they were responsible for. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected by 2023-02-06.
  • Critical Infant Care Area Furnishings and Equipment -Use of Safety Straps
    Inspector's note: During POA inspection, 1 infant was observed unbuckled in the highchair table. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected by 2023-02-06.
  • Non-critical Written Feeding Instructions - Signed and Dated by Parent or Health-Care Professional
    Inspector's note: During POA inspection, the infant feeding sheets were not updated. One bottle fed infant did not have an infant feeding sheet. Risk level: Medium. Corrected by 2023-02-10.

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