Poka Dots Day Care

Licensed Center in LAREDO, Texas · Full Permit · permit issued December 5, 2013

State record presented as of November 5, 2026

Address: 503 SHILOH DR, LAREDO, TX 78045 6749
Operation type: Licensed Center
Type of issuance: Full Permit
Permit issued: December 5, 2013
Operation number: 1503518
Licensed capacity: 147 children
Ages served: Infant,Toddler,Pre-Kindergarten,School
Schedule: Mon,Tue,Wed,Thu,Fri · 07:00 AM-07:00 PM
Conditions on permit: NO

The record at a glance

Inspections on record	10
Reports (complaints, incidents, self-reports) on record	2
Assessments on record	0
Standards evaluated across those visits	3,221
Citations recorded	14
Record covers	October 3, 2022 – September 2, 2026

Citations by the state’s risk levels

High	2
Medium High	11
Medium	1

Visits and findings, newest first

InspectionSeptember 2, 20262 citations recorded2 of 607 standards cited at this visit

746.3401(a) - Annual Sanitation InspectionRisk level: Medium High

The health inspection was last conducted on May 27, 2025.

Correction verified by the state on September 17, 2026. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.1315(b) - Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric CPRRisk level: Medium High

Two out of ten employee records evaluated did not have an active CPR/First Aid certificate on file.

Correction verified by the state on September 17, 2026. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

InspectionSeptember 5, 20251 citation recorded1 of 670 standards cited at this visit

746.5537(a)(3) - Electronic or Battery-Operated Carbon Monoxide Detector-Document Test Date, Battery Installation Date, and Staff Name Testing and InstallationRisk level: Medium High

The carbon monoxide detector, smoke detectors, and fire extinguishers were inspected, but this information was not documented.

Correction verified by the state on September 25, 2025. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

InspectionOctober 2, 2024No citation recorded at this visit0 of 3 standards cited at this visit

ReportSeptember 18, 2024No citation recorded at this visit0 of 3 standards cited at this visit

InspectionSeptember 6, 20242 citations recorded2 of 604 standards cited at this visit

746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More ChildrenRisk level: Medium High

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.

Correction verified by the state on October 1, 2024. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.3501(6) - Diaper Changing Steps-Supplies Kept Out of Child's ReachRisk level: Medium High

Diaper changing supplies were under diaper changing tables in 4 classrooms. Doors were not locked.

Correction verified by the state on October 1, 2024. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

InspectionJuly 11, 2024No citation recorded at this visit0 of 1 standards cited at this visit

InspectionMay 31, 2024No citation recorded at this visit0 of 3 standards cited at this visit

ReportMay 29, 20241 citation recorded1 of 1 standards cited at this visit

745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operationRisk level: High

Person without a background check was observed present at the operation during inspection. Note: Individual left the operation during inspection.

Correction verified by the state on July 11, 2024. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

InspectionSeptember 29, 20232 citations recorded2 of 510 standards cited at this visit

746.613(b) - Immunization Records, Exceptions, and Exemptions CurrentRisk level: Medium High

Ten children's files were reviewed. Two files were pending updated immunization records.

Correction verified by the state on November 6, 2023. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.2206(1) - Written Activity Plan - Outdoor Play OpportunitiesRisk level: Medium

Infant activity schedule did not include a time for outdoor play. Infants were observed watching an educational video on an ipad.

Correction verified by the state on November 8, 2023. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

InspectionMarch 3, 2023No citation recorded at this visit0 of 2 standards cited at this visit

InspectionFebruary 17, 20233 citations recorded3 of 116 standards cited at this visit

746.5535(a)(1) - Install CO Detection System-Electric or Battery Operated-on Every Level of Each BuildingRisk level: Medium High

Carbon monoxide detector was not available in newly added suite.

Correction verified by the state on February 23, 2023. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.4311 - Outdoor Activity Space Accessible By Safe Route or get required approval of planRisk level: Medium High

Outdoor activity plan for suite that is not adjacent to main building was not availble for review.

Correction verified by the state on February 17, 2023. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.3317(7) - Food Service and Preparation Requirement - No Foods That Present Choking RiskRisk level: High

Toddlers were observed eating hot dogs. Hot dogs were not properly cut.

Correction verified by the state on March 3, 2023. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

InspectionOctober 3, 20223 citations recorded3 of 701 standards cited at this visit

746.613(b) - Immunization Records, Exceptions, and Exemptions CurrentRisk level: Medium High

Ten files were reviewed. Seven children were pending updated immunization records.

Correction verified by the state on October 10, 2022. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.2405(2) - Infant Care Area Furnishings and Equipment - Crib for Each Non-walking Infant Younger Than 12 Months of AgeRisk level: Medium High

Two non-walking infants were observed sleeping on mats during naptime.

Correction verified by the state on November 9, 2022. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.3401(a) - Annual Sanitation InspectionRisk level: Medium High

Environmental inspection was last conducted on 08/18/2021.

Correction verified by the state on November 9, 2022. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

This page presents the state’s record for this operation as of November 5, 2026; it is a dated presentation, not a live register. If something here does not match the operation’s current state record, file a correction report.