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Licensed Center · Texas

Poka Dots Day Care

503 Shiloh Dr, Laredo

Last inspected Sep 2, 2026 · Map

2 deficiencies cited

About this program

Licensed capacity
147
Ages served
Infant,Toddler,Pre-Kindergarten,School
Hours
07:00 AM-07:00 PM
Days
Mon,Tue,Wed,Thu,Fri
Programs
School Age Care,Meals Provided ,After School Care,Snacks Provided,Part Time Care,Transportation to/from School ,Field Trips
Accepts child care subsidies
Yes
License type
Full Permit
Issued
Dec 5, 2013
Phone
9565681299

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.

3High risk
12Medium-high risk
1Medium risk
0Medium-low risk
0Low risk
12Inspections and investigations on record

Inspection history

Sep 2, 2026 · Inspection
2 deficiencies cited
  • Critical Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric CPR
    Inspector's note: Two out of ten employee records evaluated did not have an active CPR/First Aid certificate on file. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected by 2026-09-11.
  • Critical Annual Sanitation Inspection
    Inspector's note: The health inspection was last conducted on May 27, 2025. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected by 2026-09-16.
Sep 2, 2026 · Inspection
2 deficiencies cited
  • Critical Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric CPR
    Inspector's note: Two out of ten employee records evaluated did not have an active CPR/First Aid certificate on file. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected by 2026-09-11.
  • Critical Annual Sanitation Inspection
    Inspector's note: The health inspection was last conducted on May 27, 2025. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected by 2026-09-16.
Sep 2, 2026 · Inspection
2 deficiencies cited
  • Critical Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric CPR
    Inspector's note: Two out of ten employee records evaluated did not have an active CPR/First Aid certificate on file. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected by 2026-09-11.
  • Critical Annual Sanitation Inspection
    Inspector's note: The health inspection was last conducted on May 27, 2025. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected by 2026-09-16.
Sep 2, 2026 · Inspection
No deficiencies cited

No infractions recorded at this inspection.

Sep 5, 2025 · Inspection
1 deficiency cited
  • Critical Electronic or Battery-Operated Carbon Monoxide Detector-Document Test Date, Battery Installation Date, and Staff Name Testing and Installation
    Inspector's note: The carbon monoxide detector, smoke detectors, and fire extinguishers were inspected, but this information was not documented. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected by 2025-09-12.
Oct 2, 2024 · Inspection
No deficiencies cited

No infractions recorded at this inspection.

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

No infractions recorded at this inspection.

Sep 6, 2024 · Inspection
2 deficiencies cited
  • Critical Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
    Inspector's note: An infant classroom was observed to have one caregiver supervising 9 infants ranging from ages 12 months to 16 months. Classroom was out of child/caregiver ratio. One employee was observed stepping out of an infant classroom, leaving the classroom out of cihld/caregiver ratio. Classroom had 6 infants ranging from ages 12 months to 18 months with two caregivers. One employee was observed walking back to her classroom. Classroom had 1 caregiver supervising 18 two year old children. Classroom was left out of child/caregiver ratio. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected by 2024-09-06.
  • Critical Diaper Changing Steps-Supplies Kept Out of Child's Reach
    Inspector's note: Diaper changing supplies were under diaper changing tables in 4 classrooms. Doors were not locked. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected by 2024-09-09.
Jul 11, 2024 · Inspection
No deficiencies cited

No infractions recorded at this inspection.

May 31, 2024 · Inspection
No deficiencies cited

No infractions recorded at this inspection.

May 29, 2024 · Complaint or incident investigation
1 deficiency cited
  • Critical AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
    Inspector's note: Person without a background check was observed present at the operation during inspection. Note: Individual left the operation during inspection. Risk level: High. Corrected by 2024-06-27.
Sep 29, 2023 · Inspection
2 deficiencies cited
  • Critical Immunization Records, Exceptions, and Exemptions Current
    Inspector's note: Ten children's files were reviewed. Two files were pending updated immunization records. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected by 2023-10-06.
  • Non-critical Written Activity Plan - Outdoor Play Opportunities
    Inspector's note: Infant activity schedule did not include a time for outdoor play. Infants were observed watching an educational video on an ipad. Risk level: Medium. Corrected by 2023-11-05.
Mar 3, 2023 · Inspection
No deficiencies cited

No infractions recorded at this inspection.

Feb 17, 2023 · Inspection
3 deficiencies cited
  • Critical Install CO Detection System-Electric or Battery Operated-on Every Level of Each Building
    Inspector's note: Carbon monoxide detector was not available in newly added suite. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected by 2023-02-21.
  • Critical Food Service and Preparation Requirement - No Foods That Present Choking Risk
    Inspector's note: Toddlers were observed eating hot dogs. Hot dogs were not properly cut. Risk level: High. Corrected by 2023-02-17.
  • Critical Outdoor Activity Space Accessible By Safe Route or get required approval of plan
    Inspector's note: Outdoor activity plan for suite that is not adjacent to main building was not availble for review. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected by 2023-02-21.

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