Texas records · BELL County · TEMPLE

A New Day Learning Academy

Licensed Center in TEMPLE, Texas · Full Permit · permit issued October 24, 2018

State record presented as of November 5, 2026

Address
510 E AVENUE J, TEMPLE, TX 76504
Operation type
Licensed Center
Type of issuance
Full Permit
Permit issued
October 24, 2018
Operation number
1672422
Licensed capacity
336 children
Ages served
Infant,Toddler,Pre-Kindergarten,School
Schedule
Mon,Tue,Wed,Thu,Fri · 07:00 AM-05:00 PM
Conditions on permit
YES

The record at a glance

Inspections on record39
Reports (complaints, incidents, self-reports) on record17
Assessments on record0
Standards evaluated across those visits7,665
Citations recorded50
Record coversApril 13, 2022 – November 3, 2026

Citations by the state’s risk levels

High18
Medium High21
Medium10
Low1

Visits and findings, newest first

InspectionNovember 3, 2026No citation recorded at this visit0 of 858 standards cited at this visit
InspectionAugust 11, 2026No citation recorded at this visit0 of 3 standards cited at this visit
InspectionAugust 4, 2026No citation recorded at this visit0 of 1 standards cited at this visit
ReportJuly 30, 20262 citations recorded2 of 4 standards cited at this visit
746.1205(a)(4) - Supervision ensures each child?s safety, well-being, including physical proximity and auditory or visual awareness of each child?s on going activityRisk level: High
During an investigation it was found that a child was able to leave the classroom and hide from the caregivers. The child was missing for up to 10 minutes according to the information received from the opreation.

Correction verified by the state on August 11, 2026. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.305(a)(6) - Report Situation Placing Children at RiskRisk level: High
During an investigation it was found that a child was able to get out of the classroom and the operation staff could not find the child for a few minutes. The child was hiding in the hallway when found.

Correction verified by the state on August 11, 2026. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

InspectionApril 10, 2026No citation recorded at this visit
InspectionApril 1, 2026No citation recorded at this visit0 of 1 standards cited at this visit
ReportMarch 31, 2026No citation recorded at this visit0 of 2 standards cited at this visit
InspectionMarch 25, 20261 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
During an inspection it was found that a caregiver was caring for children without a cleared background check. This was corrected when the caregiver left the operation. An administrative penalty will be imposed in the amount of 100% of the daily maximum per statute, HRC 42.078(a-2). A person cannot have access to the children in care before FBI fingerprint results have cleared. While results are pending a person may attend orientation and preserve training as long as they do not have contact with the children in care. Due to this deficiency the director of the operation cannot provide training to themselves or staff for two years preceding this administrative penalty.

Correction verified by the state on March 31, 2026. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

ReportMarch 18, 2026No citation recorded at this visit0 of 4 standards cited at this visit
InspectionFebruary 11, 2026No citation recorded at this visit0 of 406 standards cited at this visit
InspectionDecember 31, 2025No citation recorded at this visit0 of 633 standards cited at this visit
InspectionOctober 20, 2025No citation recorded at this visit0 of 4 standards cited at this visit
InspectionOctober 9, 20256 citations recorded6 of 576 standards cited at this visit
746.603(a)(3) - Children's Records - Health StatementRisk level: Medium
Observed children files and 3 children files were missing health statements or did not check that the child had been seen within the last 12 months and they had 12 months to get the health statement to the daycare.

Correction verified by the state on October 30, 2025. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.1301(a)(5)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - 24 Annual trainingRisk level: Medium High
Observed 4 staff files, the following trainings were missing from the files, Communicable diseases, Food allergies, Building and physical premises, Hazardous materials, administering medication, Age appropriate curriculum. Two caregivers were missing SIDS, shaken baby syndrom and early childhood development.

Correction verified by the state on October 30, 2025. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.2419(6) - Requirements for Feeding Infants - Label Bottles/CupsRisk level: Medium High
Observed multiple bottles with no names on them. I spoke with the caregivers about the child's names needing to be on the bottles.

Correction verified by the state on October 20, 2025. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.2427 - AP Infants Sleep on Backs or Must Have Completed and Signed Sleep Exception Form for the InfantRisk level: High
During my inspection, I observed a caregiver get up and turn an infant on their back. I asked the caregiver if the infant can roll over on their own and the caregiver said no., I asked how the infant got on their stomach and the caregiver apologized. An administrative penalty will be recommended as a result of this citation, per HRC ?42.078.

Correction verified by the state on October 20, 2025. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.1205(a)(2) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know number of children responsible forRisk level: High
One classroom said thqt they had 9 children but they only had 8 children in care.

Correction verified by the state on October 20, 2025. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More ChildrenRisk level: Medium High
There were 13 children ages 2 years old in a classroom with 2 caregivers. One caregiver took one child to the bathroom down the hallways and left the other caregiver in the classroom with 12 children which placed the classroom out of ratio by 1 child. This was corrected when the caregiver came back to the classroom.

Correction verified by the state on October 20, 2025. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

InspectionAugust 12, 2025No citation recorded at this visit
ReportAugust 11, 2025No citation recorded at this visit0 of 3 standards cited at this visit
InspectionJuly 1, 2025No citation recorded at this visit0 of 315 standards cited at this visit
InspectionMay 28, 2025No citation recorded at this visit0 of 2 standards cited at this visit
InspectionMay 21, 20251 citation recorded1 of 1 standards cited at this visit
746.2427 - AP Infants Sleep on Backs or Must Have Completed and Signed Sleep Exception Form for the InfantRisk level: High
Observed 2 infants sleeping on their stomachs, Licensing asked the caregiver if the infants rolled over on their own and the caregiver stated that they could not roll by themselves. I explained that the infants must be placed to sleep on their backs and not on their stomachs. The caregiver rolled both infants to their backs. An administrative penalty will be recommended as a result of this citation, per HRC ?42.078.

Correction verified by the state on May 28, 2025. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

ReportMay 20, 20251 citation recorded1 of 2 standards cited at this visit
746.1205(a)(4) - Supervision ensures each child?s safety, well-being, including physical proximity and auditory or visual awareness of each child?s on going activityRisk level: High
Two teachers went inside of the room and did not realize that one of their children were still outside for about 1 1/2 minutes.

Correction verified by the state on May 28, 2025. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

ReportMay 19, 2025No citation recorded at this visit0 of 2 standards cited at this visit
ReportApril 16, 2025No citation recorded at this visit0 of 3 standards cited at this visit
InspectionApril 11, 2025No citation recorded at this visit0 of 2 standards cited at this visit
ReportApril 10, 2025No citation recorded at this visit0 of 4 standards cited at this visit
InspectionApril 2, 20257 citations recorded7 of 957 standards cited at this visit
746.1315(a) - Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric first aid with rescue breathing and choking.Risk level: Medium High
Observed 7 employee files out of 24. Three employees did not have first aid or CPR certificates to view.

Correction verified by the state on May 6, 2025. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and EquipmentRisk level: Medium High
Observed a concrete pole laying on the ground. Also observed the under pinning of the portable building exposed leaving access to under the building. Observed multiple ant hills on two playgrounds.

Correction verified by the state on April 11, 2025. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.603(a)(3) - Children's Records - Health StatementRisk level: Medium
Observed 10 children files and 7 children were missing health statements.

Correction verified by the state on May 2, 2025. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.3807(1) - Storage of Medication - Inaccessible to ChildrenRisk level: High
Observed a bottle of tylenol in the reach of the children in the classroom. This was corrected when the bucket with the medicine was put up higher.

Correction verified by the state on April 11, 2025. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.1105(3) - Minimum Qualifications Employees and Caregivers - Affidavit (Form 2985)Risk level: Low
Observed 7 staff files and 3 were missing affidavits. The affidavit form was emailed to the operation.

Correction verified by the state on May 2, 2025. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.3503(a) - Diaper Changing Equipment - Smooth, Non-absorbent, Easy to Clean SurfaceRisk level: Medium High
Observed a changing mat with multiple rips, this was corrected when the mat was removed from the changing table.

Corrected at the time of inspection. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.5307(a) - Inspect Fire Extinguishers MonthlyRisk level: Medium High
Observed the emergency practices form and the fire extinguisher has not been inspected monthly.

Correction verified by the state on April 11, 2025. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

ReportFebruary 10, 20252 citations recorded2 of 3 standards cited at this visit
746.201(5) - Reporting Suspected Abuse, Neglect, Exploitation-May not delegate responsibility to reportRisk level: Medium High
During a DFPS investigation, it was found that the operation staff was notified of possible abuse against a child in care and the operation did not report to licensing.

Correction verified by the state on March 10, 2025. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.307(a) - Parental Communication - Notify Immediately about Allegation of Abuse, Neglect or ExploitationRisk level: High
During a DPFS investigation, it was found that the operation staff was notified of possible abuse of a child in care and the parent of the child was not notified immediately.

Correction verified by the state on March 10, 2025. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

InspectionNovember 26, 2024No citation recorded at this visit0 of 1 standards cited at this visit
InspectionNovember 5, 20243 citations recorded3 of 321 standards cited at this visit
746.2415(b) - AP Cribs - Only Snug Fitting Sheet and Crib Mattress Cover Allowed if Infant Younger than 12 Months of AgeRisk level: High
An administrative penalty will be recommended as a result of this citation, per HRC ?42.078. A 3-month-old infant was in the crib asleep on his back with a bib on and a pacifier hooked to it.

Correction verified by the state on November 26, 2024. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.3701(1) - Safety - Electrical Outlets CoveredRisk level: Medium High
The music room had a set of outlets that were not covered. Caregiver covered outlets when requested.

Corrected at the time of inspection. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.4901(a) - Active Play Surfacing In Use Zones - Loose Fill or Unitary SurfacingRisk level: Medium High
The playground had large cracks that could injure a child if their foot went into it. There was no mulch or soft cushion under the spinning top.

Correction verified by the state on January 9, 2025. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

InspectionSeptember 20, 2024No citation recorded at this visit0 of 2 standards cited at this visit
InspectionAugust 22, 20241 citation recorded1 of 1 standards cited at this visit
746.3701(1) - Safety - Electrical Outlets CoveredRisk level: Medium High
There were outlets in the pre-k room that did not have covers. This was corrected during the inspection when outlet covers were placed in the outlets.

Corrected at the time of inspection. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

ReportAugust 19, 20242 citations recorded2 of 6 standards cited at this visit
746.2805(5) - Prohibited Punishments - Humiliating, Rejecting, YellingRisk level: High
Several parents and children (x7) reported to CCR and stated that there was yelling, grabbing, and smacking children's hands occurring by caregivers at the operation.

Correction verified by the state on September 20, 2024. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.1203(5) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Interact positively with childrenRisk level: Medium High
Parents and children (x5) stated in interviews that children were called teased or were ignored by caregivers when bullying by other children occurred.

Correction verified by the state on September 20, 2024. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

InspectionAugust 5, 2024No citation recorded at this visit0 of 5 standards cited at this visit
InspectionJuly 24, 2024No citation recorded at this visit
ReportJuly 22, 2024No citation recorded at this visit0 of 4 standards cited at this visit
InspectionJuly 22, 20245 citations recorded5 of 938 standards cited at this visit
746.1315(a) - Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric first aid with rescue breathing and choking.Risk level: Medium High
Out of 10 personnel records reviewed, 3 staff members did not have current certification in First Aid and CPR.

Correction verified by the state on August 5, 2024. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.605(12) - Required Admission Information - Emergency Medical AuthorizationRisk level: High
Of 10 children's records reviewed, 5 were missing authorization for emergency medical care.

Correction verified by the state on August 5, 2024. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.901 - Required Personnel RecordsRisk level: Medium
Out of 10 personnel records reviewed, all 10 were missing notarized affidavits, 7 were missing education qualifications, and 4 were missing photo IDs.

Correction verified by the state on August 5, 2024. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.611(a)(3) - Health Statement parent sign - Dated within past yr, name/address health care professional, states child can participate. Follow by signed statementRisk level: Medium
Of 10 children's records reviewed, 5 were missing required written health statements.

Correction verified by the state on August 5, 2024. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.1309(e) - Documented Annual Training- Required ContentRisk level: Medium
While caregivers had required training in child development, caregivers were missing training in Emergency Preparedness, Communicable Disease, Food Allergies, Building Safety, and Hazardous Materials.

Correction verified by the state on August 5, 2024. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

InspectionApril 5, 2024No citation recorded at this visit0 of 4 standards cited at this visit
ReportFebruary 28, 20244 citations recorded4 of 5 standards cited at this visit
746.307(c) - Parental Notification of Less Serious InjuriesRisk level: Medium
During a DFPS investigation, it was found a child sustained a minor injury requiring first aid and parents were not notified.

Correction verified by the state on April 5, 2024. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.3501(1) - Diaper Changing Steps- PromptRisk level: Medium High
During a DFPS investigation, it was found toddler caregivers are only changing diapers twice per day.

Correction verified by the state on April 5, 2024. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.3407(12) - Mark Cleaning Supplies, Toxic Materials; Keep Separate from Food and Inaccessible to ChildrenRisk level: High
During a DFPS investigation, cleaning supplies were observed accessible to children in the toddler classroom.

Correction verified by the state on April 5, 2024. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.3701(1) - Safety - Electrical Outlets CoveredRisk level: Medium High
During a DFPS investigation, outlets were observed uncovered in the toddler classroom.

Correction verified by the state on April 5, 2024. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

InspectionDecember 27, 2023No citation recorded at this visit0 of 314 standards cited at this visit
InspectionOctober 26, 2023No citation recorded at this visit
InspectionOctober 2, 20232 citations recorded2 of 3 standards cited at this visit
746.3701(1) - Safety - Electrical Outlets CoveredRisk level: Medium High
There was an outlet without a safety cover in the four-year-old room. This was corrected at inspection when a caregiver placed a safety cover on the outlet.

Corrected at the time of inspection. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.2419(8) - Requirements for Feeding Infants - Other Use of Handwashing SinkRisk level: Medium High
In three classrooms, caregivers were washing cups and bottles in the same sink that children and caregivers used to wash their hands. This was corrected at inspection when the director had the caregivers send the bottles and cups to the kitchen for cleaning.

Corrected at the time of inspection. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

ReportSeptember 29, 2023No citation recorded at this visit0 of 8 standards cited at this visit
InspectionAugust 23, 20233 citations recorded3 of 675 standards cited at this visit
746.603(a) - Children's Records MaintainedRisk level: Medium
Observed 6 children records the following items were missing. All 6 files were missing health statements Two files were missing the emergency medical care information Two files did not have the operational policies recieved section checked off and Three files needed updated immunization records.

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

746.901 - Required Personnel RecordsRisk level: Medium
Observed 3 employee files, the following items are missing from the files; Two caregivers who work with infant age children were missing trainings ins SIDS, Shaken Baby syndrom, early childhood brain development, abuse and neglect. One caregiver had an expired first aid/CPR card that expired 5/2023. The other caregiver did not have proof of first aid/CPR.

Correction verified by the state on September 15, 2023. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and EquipmentRisk level: Medium High
I observed a gate to the playground broken where it cannot be used to close the playground in. There was also a piece of wooden material that had fallen off the fence.

Correction verified by the state on September 7, 2023. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

InspectionAugust 15, 2023No citation recorded at this visit
InspectionAugust 4, 2023No citation recorded at this visit
ReportJuly 27, 20231 citation recorded1 of 6 standards cited at this visit
746.801(10) - Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Safety Documentation for Emergency Drills, Fire Extinguishers, & Smoke DetectorsRisk level: Medium
During an investigation it was discovered that the operation had not completed fire drills for multiple months.

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

InspectionJuly 21, 2023No citation recorded at this visit0 of 490 standards cited at this visit
InspectionJune 28, 20231 citation recorded1 of 3 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
Observed a volunteer in a classroom with children without a current cleared background check. This was corrected when the person left the operation and a new background check was put in.

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

InspectionJune 13, 20231 citation recorded1 of 2 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
Observed a caregiver in the classroom caring for children without a cleared background check. This was corrected when the caregiver left the operation.

Correction verified by the state on June 14, 2023. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

InspectionJune 7, 20231 citation recorded1 of 4 standards cited at this visit
745.635(3) - AP Background ck determination - If provisionally eligible w/conditions or eligible w/conditions you must restrict duties per conditions/restrictionsRisk level: High
Observed a caregiver in the classroom with children that had conditions to their background check that they could not be left alone with the children. This was corrected when another caregiver came into the classroom.

Correction verified by the state on June 13, 2023. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

ReportApril 24, 20232 citations recorded2 of 2 standards cited at this visit
746.1205(a)(4) - Supervision ensures each child?s safety, well-being, including physical proximity and auditory or visual awareness of each child?s on going activityRisk level: High
During an investigation it was discovered that a child was left on the operations transportation vehicle for around 2 hours.

Correction verified by the state on June 7, 2023. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.1201(4) - AP Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Ensure No Child Abused, Neglected, or ExploitedRisk level: High
During an investigation there was sufficient evidence to support a child neglected. An administrative penalty will be recommended as a result of this citation, per HRC ?42.078.

Correction verified by the state on June 7, 2023. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

InspectionJanuary 23, 2023No citation recorded at this visit0 of 1 standards cited at this visit
InspectionJanuary 10, 20232 citations recorded2 of 205 standards cited at this visit
746.2419(8) - Requirements for Feeding Infants - Other Use of Handwashing SinkRisk level: Medium High
During a walk-through of the infant classroom, a dish, bowl of water and a dish towel was observed in the infant handwashing sink. The items were removed from the infant sink when addressed, bringing the facility into compliance.

Corrected at the time of inspection. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.4601(2) - Safety Requirements for Active Play Equipment - Used According to Manufacturer's InstructionsRisk level: Medium High
During a walk-through of the outdoor active play space and equipment, children ages 3 - 4 years old were observed using equipment manufactured for children ages 5 - 12 years old. All of the children were removed from the equipment when addressed.

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

InspectionOctober 12, 2022No citation recorded at this visit
ReportSeptember 30, 2022No citation recorded at this visit0 of 2 standards cited at this visit
InspectionSeptember 15, 2022No citation recorded at this visit
ReportSeptember 14, 2022No citation recorded at this visit0 of 1 standards cited at this visit
InspectionApril 13, 20222 citations recorded2 of 875 standards cited at this visit
746.2421(a) - Written Feeding Instructions - Signed and Dated by Parent or Health-Care ProfessionalRisk level: Medium
There were no infant feeding instructions available for review for any infants not yet ready for table food. This was determined after a review of the infant subchapter.

Correction verified by the state on April 26, 2022. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.3819 - Food Allergy Emergency Plan Signed by Parents and Health Care ProfessionalRisk level: Medium High
There was no food allergy emergency plan available for review for a child enrolled in care that has been medically diagnosed with a food allergy.

Correction verified by the state on April 26, 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.

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