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Licensed Center · Texas

The Nurturing Nest Child Development Center

1535 W Stan Schlueter Loop, Killeen

Last inspected Aug 26, 2026 · Map

No deficiencies cited

About this program

Licensed capacity
134
Ages served
Infant,Toddler,Pre-Kindergarten,School
Hours
05:00 AM-07:00 PM
Days
Mon,Tue,Wed,Thu,Fri
Programs
School Age Care,Before School Care,Meals Provided ,After School Care,Snacks Provided,Part Time Care,Transportation to/from School ,Field Trips,Night Care
Accepts child care subsidies
Yes
License type
Full Permit
Issued
Aug 25, 2022
Phone
2544324999

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.

2High risk
9Medium-high risk
5Medium risk
0Medium-low risk
0Low risk
22Inspections and investigations on record

Inspection history

Aug 26, 2026 · Inspection
No deficiencies cited

No infractions recorded at this inspection.

Aug 26, 2026 · Inspection
No deficiencies cited

No infractions recorded at this inspection.

Aug 26, 2026 · Inspection
No deficiencies cited

No infractions recorded at this inspection.

Aug 14, 2026 · Inspection
No deficiencies cited

No infractions recorded at this inspection.

Aug 4, 2026 · Complaint or incident investigation
No deficiencies cited

No infractions recorded at this inspection.

Apr 8, 2026 · Inspection
No deficiencies cited

No infractions recorded at this inspection.

Mar 25, 2026 · Complaint or incident investigation
No deficiencies cited

No infractions recorded at this inspection.

Feb 18, 2026 · Inspection
2 deficiencies cited
  • Critical Children Handwashing After Toileting or Diapering
    Inspector's note: The caregiver did not wash the child's hands after changing the child's diaper. This was corrected at the inspection when the caregiver was observed doing diaper changes and washing the children hands. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected during the inspection.
  • Critical Diaper Changing Equipment - Smooth, Non-absorbent, Easy to Clean Surface
    Inspector's note: The diaper changing mat in the toddler room was observed with rips and tares. This was corrected at the inspection when the director replaced the mat with a new one. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected during the inspection.
Feb 4, 2026 · Complaint or incident investigation
No deficiencies cited

No infractions recorded at this inspection.

Nov 17, 2025 · Inspection
No deficiencies cited

No infractions recorded at this inspection.

Nov 3, 2025 · Complaint or incident investigation
No deficiencies cited

No infractions recorded at this inspection.

Sep 3, 2025 · Inspection
No deficiencies cited

No infractions recorded at this inspection.

Apr 9, 2025 · Complaint or incident investigation
No deficiencies cited

No infractions recorded at this inspection.

Oct 30, 2024 · Inspection
No deficiencies cited

No infractions recorded at this inspection.

Oct 16, 2024 · Inspection
1 deficiency cited
  • Critical Safety Requirements for Cribs - Snug Fitting, Firm, Flat Mattress Designed for Use in Crib
    Inspector's note: 4 cribs were observed with mattresses that did not fit firmly against the crib. This was corrected during the inspection when the caregiver changed the sheets on the mattresses to allow for a firm fit. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected by 2024-10-16.
Oct 14, 2024 · Complaint or incident investigation
2 deficiencies cited
  • Critical Responsibilities of Caregivers - Intervene to ensure each child's safety
    Inspector's note: During the inspection one child were observed climbing on two different book shelves, while two others were observed climbing into shelves with doors and openings. Risk level: High. Corrected by 2024-10-16.
  • Non-critical Parental Notification of Less Serious Injuries
    Inspector's note: The operation did not notify the parent of the child of an incident that occurred at the operation. Risk level: Medium. Corrected by 2024-11-15.
Sep 6, 2024 · Inspection
No deficiencies cited

No infractions recorded at this inspection.

Jul 16, 2024 · Inspection
No deficiencies cited

No infractions recorded at this inspection.

Jul 8, 2024 · Inspection
2 deficiencies cited
  • Non-critical Screen Time Activities - Not Used During Eating or Rest Times
    Inspector's note: A caregiver was observed with screen time activities during a rest period. This was corrected when the caregiver turned the screen off. Risk level: Medium. Corrected during the inspection.
  • Critical Employee Handwashing After Diapering a Child
    Inspector's note: One caregiver were observed not washing hands after diapering a child, and anther after placing hands inside a garbage can. This was corrected when the caregiver washed their hands and that of the child. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected by 2024-07-08.
Jul 1, 2024 · Complaint or incident investigation
No deficiencies cited

No infractions recorded at this inspection.

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

No infractions recorded at this inspection.

Apr 2, 2024 · Inspection
1 deficiency cited
  • Critical Diaper Changing Steps-Supplies Kept Out of Child's Reach
    Inspector's note: There were diaper creams stored in an unlocked cabinet underneath the diaper changing station where children could reach them. This was corrected during the inspection when the creams were moved to a cabinet out of the reach of children. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected during the inspection.
Mar 26, 2024 · Complaint or incident investigation
No deficiencies cited

No infractions recorded at this inspection.

Mar 25, 2024 · Inspection
No deficiencies cited

No infractions recorded at this inspection.

Mar 21, 2024 · Complaint or incident investigation
No deficiencies cited

No infractions recorded at this inspection.

Jul 31, 2023 · Inspection
No deficiencies cited

No infractions recorded at this inspection.

Jul 10, 2023 · Inspection
5 deficiencies cited
  • Critical AP Background ck determination - If provisionally eligible w/conditions or eligible w/conditions you must restrict duties per conditions/restrictions
    Inspector's note: During the walk through, the operation was not following the conditions of the CBCU with regards to background checks. Risk level: High. Corrected by 2023-07-10.
  • Non-critical Screen Time Activities - Related to Planned Activities
    Inspector's note: Children were observed watching television and cell phone screens during a designated nap or rest period. Risk level: Medium. Corrected by 2023-07-10.
  • Critical Safety Requirements for Cribs - Snug Fitting, Firm, Flat Mattress Designed for Use in Crib
    Inspector's note: During the walk-through cribs were observed with loose fitted sheets and mattresses that were smaller than the manufacturer's design. The sheets and mattresses were adjusted to fit the cribs. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected by 2023-07-10.
  • Critical Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
    Inspector's note: During the walk through, toilets in the classrooms had not been flushed. The porcelain backing of the toilet was laid across a shelf and accessible to the children posing a potential risk. This was corrected at inspection when the toilets were flushed and the porcelain back was place on the toilet. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected by 2023-07-10.
  • Non-critical Napping Floor Mats Marked with Sleeping Side Distinguished
    Inspector's note: Children were observed sleeping on the floor and on torn sponge mats with blankets. Risk level: Medium. Corrected by 2023-07-10.
Feb 28, 2023 · Inspection
No deficiencies cited

No infractions recorded at this 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.