Holy Word Early Learning Center

Licensed Center in AUSTIN, Texas · Full Permit · permit issued January 16, 2019

State record presented as of November 5, 2026

Address: 10601 BLUFF BEND DR, AUSTIN, TX 78753 3915
Operation type: Licensed Center
Type of issuance: Full Permit
Permit issued: January 16, 2019
Operation number: 1676301
Licensed capacity: 154 children
Ages served: Infant,Toddler,Pre-Kindergarten,School
Schedule: Mon,Tue,Wed,Thu,Fri · 07:00 AM-06:00 PM
Conditions on permit: NO

The record at a glance

Inspections on record	14
Reports (complaints, incidents, self-reports) on record	1
Assessments on record	0
Standards evaluated across those visits	3,836
Citations recorded	17
Record covers	December 2, 2021 – May 15, 2026

Citations by the state’s risk levels

High	3
Medium High	7
Medium	6
Low	1

Visits and findings, newest first

InspectionMay 15, 2026No citation recorded at this visit0 of 362 standards cited at this visit

InspectionFebruary 19, 20262 citations recorded2 of 479 standards cited at this visit

746.3505(b) - Diapering Procedures - Wash Infant's HandsRisk level: Medium High

A caregiver did not wash the infant's hands after changing their diaper. This was corrected during the inspection when I asked the caregiver to wash the infant's hands.

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

746.3805(b)(3) - Administering Medication - Not After Expiration dateRisk level: Medium High

A medication was expired at the time of the inspection.

Correction verified by the state on March 2, 2026.

InspectionOctober 23, 2025No citation recorded at this visit

InspectionSeptember 3, 2025No citation recorded at this visit

InspectionJune 24, 20257 citations recorded7 of 774 standards cited at this visit

746.2421(b) - Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 DaysRisk level: Medium

Feeding instructions for multiple infants had not been updated within the last 30 days.

Correction verified by the state on July 1, 2025. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.801(8) - Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Playground Maintenance RecordsRisk level: Medium

The operation did not have a completed playground maintenance checklist available for review.

Correction verified by the state on June 27, 2025. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.603(a) - Children's Records MaintainedRisk level: Medium

Of the ten children's files reviewed, four were missing updated immunization records, three were missing health statements, and all ten were missing emergency contact information.

Correction verified by the state on July 15, 2025. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.1309(a) - Documented Annual Training Area - 24 Hours RequiredRisk level: Medium

Of the ten staff files reviewed, one employee was missing the required 24 hours of annual training. Additionally, two employees lacked training in emergency preparedness, two in building and premises safety, two in emergency planning, one in child maltreatment, one in administering medication, and one in discipline and guidance.

Correction verified by the state on July 15, 2025. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.501(a)(30) - Written Operational Policies - Support inclusive servicesRisk level: Medium

The operation did not have written policies on the following: infant safe sleep, how to access the most recent M.S. inspection form, how to contact Licensing, how to access the DFPS website, and procedures for inclusive care.

Correction verified by the state on July 1, 2025. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.3805(b)(1) - Administering Medication - Original Container with Child's Name, DateRisk level: Medium High

Three EpiPens were observed not stored in their original labeled boxes

Correction verified by the state on July 15, 2025. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.1105(3) - Minimum Qualifications Employees and Caregivers - Affidavit (Form 2985)Risk level: Low

Out of the ten staff files reviewed, two employees did not have a notarized affidavit on file.

Correction verified by the state on June 27, 2025.

InspectionSeptember 16, 2024No citation recorded at this visit0 of 2 standards cited at this visit

InspectionAugust 15, 20245 citations recorded5 of 509 standards cited at this visit

746.3819 - Food Allergy Emergency Plan Signed by Parents and Health Care ProfessionalRisk level: Medium High

Three children do not have a complete food allergy plan. Two of the medicaitons were expired.

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

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

Two caregivers with a pending background check were present with access to children. This was corrected during the inspection when the caregivers were sent home.

Correction verified by the state on September 16, 2024. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.603(a)(4) - Children's Records - ImmunizationsRisk level: Medium

Three children do not have updated immunization records on file.

Correction verified by the state on August 23, 2024. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.5319 - Smoke Detectors TestingRisk level: High

The operation has not conducted monthly testing of smoke detectors or carbon monoxide detectors.

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

746.5307(a) - Inspect Fire Extinguishers MonthlyRisk level: Medium High

The operation does not have documentation of completing monthly fire extinguisher tests. This was corrected during the inspection when the fire extinguisher were inspected by the director.

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

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

ReportJuly 31, 2024Self-reported by the operation2 citations recorded2 of 5 standards cited at this visit

746.2403(5) - Infant Care Area - Space to Walk Between Cribs, Cots or MatsRisk level: Medium High

Based on the evidence gathered during the investigation, the room arrangement created a tripping hazard and injury to a child.

Correction verified by the state on August 14, 2024. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.1201(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-controlRisk level: High

Based on the evidence gathered during the investigation, good judgment was not used when the required notifications after a child is injured was not made.

Correction verified by the state on August 14, 2024. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

InspectionNovember 2, 2023No citation recorded at this visit

InspectionOctober 5, 20231 citation recorded1 of 630 standards cited at this visit

746.605(13) - Required Admission Information - Special Needs StatementRisk level: Medium High

The missing Admission information has been corrected.

Correction verified by the state on October 27, 2023. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

InspectionNovember 7, 2022No citation recorded at this visit0 of 580 standards cited at this visit

InspectionJuly 28, 2022No citation recorded at this visit

InspectionDecember 17, 2021No citation recorded at this visit

InspectionDecember 2, 2021No citation recorded at this visit0 of 494 standards cited at this visit

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.