Daycare Safety RecordState inspection files for licensed child care, presented plainly

Texas records · BEXAR County · SAN ANTONIO

Smart Ducklings Daycare

Licensed Center in SAN ANTONIO, Texas · Full Permit · permit issued March 12, 2021

State record presented as of November 5, 2026

Address
1630 GOLIAD RD, SAN ANTONIO, TX 78223 2722
Operation type
Licensed Center
Type of issuance
Full Permit
Permit issued
March 12, 2021
Operation number
1702598
Licensed capacity
97 children
Ages served
Infant,Toddler,Pre-Kindergarten,School
Schedule
Mon,Tue,Wed,Thu,Fri · 06:00 AM-06:30 PM
Conditions on permit
NO

The record at a glance

Inspections on record26
Reports (complaints, incidents, self-reports) on record5
Assessments on record1
Standards evaluated across those visits4,276
Citations recorded55
Record coversFebruary 28, 2022 – September 21, 2026

Citations by the state’s risk levels

High13
Medium High22
Medium18
Medium Low2

Visits and findings, newest first

InspectionSeptember 21, 2026No citation recorded at this visit0 of 3 standards cited at this visit
InspectionSeptember 8, 2026No citation recorded at this visit
InspectionAugust 19, 2026No citation recorded at this visit
ReportAugust 14, 20263 citations recorded3 of 6 standards cited at this visit
746.1003(1) - Director Responsibilities - Operate in ComplianceRisk level: High
The director did not implement the plan set forth by the ownership to transport the correct children to the daycare and failed to report the incident to Child Care Regulation.

Correction verified by the state on September 21, 2026. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.305(a)(6) - Report Situation Placing Children at RiskRisk level: High
During the course of the investigation, it was determined that the operation did not report picking up the wrong child from school to Child Care Regulation (CCR).

Correction verified by the state on September 21, 2026. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.1205(a)(1) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know children responsible forRisk level: High
During the course of the investigation, it was determined that the van driver was not using the attendance sheet and did not know what children they were responsible for.

Correction verified by the state on September 21, 2026. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

InspectionApril 29, 20261 citation recorded1 of 586 standards cited at this visit
746.3407(8) - Garbage Inaccessible to Children; Maintained in Sanitary MannerRisk level: Medium High
During the inspection, a strong odor consistent with rodents was detected inside the building.

Correction verified by the state on April 29, 2026. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

InspectionSeptember 29, 2025No citation recorded at this visit0 of 1 standards cited at this visit
InspectionSeptember 10, 20251 citation recorded1 of 216 standards cited at this visit
746.1609 - Maximum Group Size 13 or More ChildrenRisk level: Medium High
The toddler and infant classrooms were over ratio. Note: This was corrected at inspection when children were moved to other classrooms.

Correction verified by the state on September 29, 2025. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

InspectionMay 5, 2025No citation recorded at this visit0 of 110 standards cited at this visit
InspectionJanuary 10, 2025No citation recorded at this visit0 of 87 standards cited at this visit
InspectionDecember 19, 2024No citation recorded at this visit0 of 609 standards cited at this visit
InspectionNovember 6, 2024No citation recorded at this visit0 of 457 standards cited at this visit
InspectionSeptember 9, 2024No citation recorded at this visit0 of 315 standards cited at this visit
InspectionJuly 11, 20241 citation recorded1 of 5 standards cited at this visit
746.2421(a) - Written Feeding Instructions - Signed and Dated by Parent or Health-Care ProfessionalRisk level: Medium
There are two infants in the Infant room that do not have monthly feeding schedules.

Correction verified by the state on August 22, 2024. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

InspectionMay 30, 2024No citation recorded at this visit0 of 19 standards cited at this visit
InspectionMay 8, 202420 citations recorded20 of 765 standards cited at this visit
746.5537(a)(2) - Electronic or Battery-Operated Carbon Monoxide Detector-Check All Detectors MonthlyRisk level: Medium High
The carbon monoxide is not being tested monthly. The carbon monoxide was tested 1/12/2024.

Correction verified by the state on May 30, 2024. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.5205(1) - Fire Drill Monthly - Exit in 3 MinutesRisk level: Medium High
Fire drills are not being conducted monthly. The last fire drill was conducted on 1/12/2024.

Correction verified by the state on May 30, 2024. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.5625(a) - Electronic Child Safety Alarm - is equipped in each vehicleRisk level: High
The center bus did not have an Electronic Child Safety Alarm installed.

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

746.5319 - Smoke Detectors TestingRisk level: High
The smoke detector is not being tested monthly as required. The smoke detector was last tested 1/12/2024.

Correction verified by the state on May 30, 2024. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.1316(a) - Transportation Safety Training -Director and Employee Complete 2 Hours AnnuallyRisk level: Medium High
Director and two staff members did not have a current training in transportation.

Correction verified by the state on May 30, 2024. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

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
Three staff members had CPR training that was taken online, therefore does not adhere with the guidelines for American Heart Association.

Correction verified by the state on May 30, 2024. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.2421(b) - Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 DaysRisk level: Medium
The infant room did not have an updated infant feeding instructions for one infant. The instructions was last updated in February 2024.

Correction verified by the state on May 30, 2024. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.603(a)(4) - Children's Records - ImmunizationsRisk level: Medium
One child's file did not have an updated immunization record.

Correction verified by the state on May 30, 2024. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.4501(b) - Chairs - Safety Straps Used if Required by ManufacturerRisk level: Medium
One toddler was sitting in the toddler table and was not strapped in.

Correction verified by the state on May 30, 2024. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.1205(a)(2) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know number of children responsible forRisk level: High
Caregver in the two year room indicated she had 11 children in care, and after counting it was noted that caregiver had 10 children in care. Caregver in the toddler room indicated she had 10 children in care, and after counting it was noted that caregiver had 11 children in care.

Correction verified by the state on May 30, 2024. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and EquipmentRisk level: Medium High
The small playground had over grown grass along the fence and by the stationary equipment. Two nap mats in the prek room were observed torn from the edges, exposing the foam.

Correction verified by the state on May 30, 2024. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.3701 - Safety - Areas Free From HazardsRisk level: Medium High
During inspection it was observed that the latch on the fence was not secured approrpiately, creating a safety concern, a child can open the gate. During inspection a riding toy and a play car were observed broken. Note: The broken toys were removed from the playground.

Correction verified by the state on May 30, 2024. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.1311(d) - Director Annual Training - Caring for children under 24 monthsRisk level: Medium High
Director did not have current training in SIDS and shaken baby syndrome.

Correction verified by the state on May 30, 2024. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

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 inspection it was observed that a 3 year old child was in the restroom located in hallway, while caregiver went into another classroom, therefore child was left unsupervised.

Correction verified by the state on May 30, 2024. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.1311(c) - Director Annual Training -Required 1 hour in prevention, recognition and reporting of child maltreatmentRisk level: Medium
Director did not have a current training in prevention, recognition, and reporting of child abuse and neglect.

Correction verified by the state on May 30, 2024. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.2205(a)(2) - Written Activity Plan - Outline Daily ActivitiesRisk level: Medium
Three classrooms did not have an activity plan.

Correction verified by the state on May 30, 2024. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.5307(a) - Inspect Fire Extinguishers MonthlyRisk level: Medium High
The fire extinguishers are not being inspected monthly. The fire extinguisher was last inspected by staff on 1/12/2024.

Correction verified by the state on May 30, 2024. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.5307(b) - Fire Extinguishers ServicedRisk level: Medium High
Two of the fire extinguishers in the center van/bus and fire extingusihers through out the center have not been serviced. The fire extinguishers were last serviced February 2023.

Correction verified by the state on May 30, 2024. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.2206(1) - Written Activity Plan - Outdoor Play OpportunitiesRisk level: Medium
During inspection staff stated that a 2 year old child does not have outdoor time, and the child stays inside with another group due to parents request, and there is no doctor note in file.

Correction verified by the state on May 30, 2024. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.3505(e) - Diapering Procedures - Sanitizing Diaper Changing AreaRisk level: Medium High
It was observed that caregiver did not sanitize the changing table after changing a child's diaper. Note: Corrected when caregiver sanitized the changing table.

Correction verified by the state on May 30, 2024. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

AssessmentJanuary 19, 20241 citation recorded1 of 1 standards cited at this visit
746.303(b) - Report Number of EmployeesRisk level: Medium Low
The operation did not report the number of employees who ceased employment in 2023 by the required date 1.15.24.

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

InspectionDecember 11, 2023No citation recorded at this visit
InspectionNovember 30, 2023No citation recorded at this visit0 of 3 standards cited at this visit
InspectionNovember 22, 20231 citation recorded1 of 1 standards cited at this visit
746.1205(a)(2) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know number of children responsible forRisk level: High
The caregiver in the school-age classroom stated there were ten children in care when there were 14 children in care.

Correction verified by the state on November 30, 2023. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

ReportNovember 14, 20232 citations recorded2 of 7 standards cited at this visit
746.505(2) - Notify Parents of Change in Operational Policy or Enrollment AgreementRisk level: Medium
Based on the interviews conducted with administration changes to the policy were made without notifying the parents. NOTE: Parent signed notifications were provided.

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

746.401(6) - Posting Requirements - Daily menu, including all snacks and meals served by the child care centerRisk level: Medium
A menu was not posted at the time of inspection. NOTE: This was corrected when it was posted.

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

InspectionOctober 20, 2023No citation recorded at this visit0 of 1 standards cited at this visit
ReportOctober 16, 20231 citation recorded1 of 4 standards cited at this visit
746.305(a)(2) - AP Report Child Injury Requiring Medical Treatment by a Health-Care Professional or HospitalizationRisk level: Medium High
During the course of this investigation, it was determined the operation did not report to licensing after being notified on 10.16.23 by the parent by phone and through the Bright wheel message stating the child received medical attention after an injury at the operation.

Correction verified by the state on November 2, 2023. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

InspectionSeptember 19, 20236 citations recorded6 of 413 standards cited at this visit
746.5307(b) - Fire Extinguishers ServicedRisk level: Medium High
Two of the fire extinguishers in two of the van's being used were last serviced in 2021.

Correction verified by the state on October 18, 2023. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.613(a) - Required ImmunizationsRisk level: High
One of the ten children didn't have an immunization record when reviewing on files.

Correction verified by the state on October 18, 2023. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.1301(a)(3)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Pediatric First Aid with Rescue BreathingRisk level: Medium High
One of the ten staff files had an expired CPR/First aid cared of 7.7.23.

Correction verified by the state on October 18, 2023. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.5607(a) - Child Passenger Safety Seat System - Must Use for Each Child in When Transporting and be Properly InstalledRisk level: Medium High
One seatbelt in van #2 that is located on the first row near the window behind the driver's seat was observed broken.

Correction verified by the state on October 20, 2023. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.1309(f) - Documented Annual Training - Remaining training hour topicsRisk level: Medium
One of the ten staff were missing the following training: Safety First Awareness

Correction verified by the state on October 18, 2023. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.501(a)(18) - Written Operational Policies - Promotion of Physical ActivityRisk level: Medium
The operational policy did not specify the following; -Benefits of physical activity and outdoor play -Duration of physical activity at your operation, both indoor and outdoor Type of physical activity (structured and unstructured) that children may engage in at your operation. -Each setting in which your physical activity program will take place. -Recommended clothing and footwear that will allow a child to participate freely and safely in physical activities and -The criteria you will use to determine when extreme weather conditions pose a significant health risk that prohibits or limits outdoor play and -A plan to ensure physical activity occurs on days when extreme weather conditions prohibit or limit outdoor play

Correction verified by the state on October 18, 2023. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

InspectionJuly 19, 2023No citation recorded at this visit
ReportJune 8, 2023No citation recorded at this visit0 of 3 standards cited at this visit
InspectionFebruary 2, 20234 citations recorded4 of 105 standards cited at this visit
746.4501(b) - Chairs - Safety Straps Used if Required by ManufacturerRisk level: Medium
One of the table booster chairs in classroom 7A was observed missing a fasten safety strap while a child was sitting it. NOTE: This was corrected at inspection as a safety strap was installed.

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

746.3407(8) - Garbage Inaccessible to Children; Maintained in Sanitary MannerRisk level: Medium High
A trashcan without a lid was observed in the classroom 2B with diapers exposed. TA: This was corrected at inspection.

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

746.501(a)(24) - Written Operational Policies - Emergency Preparedness PlansRisk level: High
The operational policy did not specify the Emergency Preparedness plan. In addition to how the infants will be transported.

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

746.5319 - Smoke Detectors TestingRisk level: High
No documented of the smoke detector, fire extinguisher and carbon monoxide for the month of January 2023.

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

InspectionDecember 1, 2022No citation recorded at this visit0 of 4 standards cited at this visit
InspectionNovember 22, 20222 citations recorded2 of 5 standards cited at this visit
746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More ChildrenRisk level: Medium High
In the dark orange classroom, there was 6 infants (14-17 months) with one caregiver as the children were napping, resulting in being out of ratio by one. NOTE: This was corrected when another caregiver stepped in.

Correction verified by the state on December 1, 2022. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.1613(a)(5) - Naptime Child/Caregiver Ratio - Additional Employees RequiredRisk level: Medium High
At the time of the inspection six classrooms were observed with one caregiver in each as only one staff was present in the building which makes them two staff short present in the building.

Correction verified by the state on December 1, 2022. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

InspectionNovember 10, 20224 citations recorded4 of 5 standards cited at this visit
746.1605 - Child/Caregiver Ratio - 18 Months Difference in AgeRisk level: Medium High
In classroom 2A a 12-month-old was observed with a 3-year-old during naptime. NOTE: This was corrected.

Correction verified by the state on November 22, 2022. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.2505(4)(C) - Furnishings and Equipment for Toddlers - Never Allow Toddlers to Sleep or Walk With Bottles and Training CupsRisk level: Medium
A 2-year-old child in room 2A was observed walking with a baby bottle. NOTE: This was corrected at inspection.

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

746.2409(a)(2) - Safety Requirements for Cribs - Snug Fitting SheetsRisk level: Medium High
One of the four cribs in the classroom 8A was observed with a loose crib sheet. NOTE: This was corrected at inspection.

Correction verified by the state on November 22, 2022. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

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 8-month-old child was observed in the crib lying awake holding and drinking out of a baby bottle. In addition to another child awake wearing a baby bib while in the crib. NOTE: This was corrected at inspection.

Correction verified by the state on November 22, 2022. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

ReportNovember 2, 2022No citation recorded at this visit0 of 3 standards cited at this visit
InspectionMarch 14, 2022No citation recorded at this visit0 of 8 standards cited at this visit
InspectionFebruary 28, 20228 citations recorded8 of 534 standards cited at this visit
746.901(4) - Required Personnel Records - Required AffidavitRisk level: Medium Low
One of six personnel folders did not have the required employment affadavit available for review.

Correction verified by the state on March 14, 2022.

746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More ChildrenRisk level: Medium High
In the toddler room, there were thirteen children with an age group of two years. There was one caregiver. For this age group, a maximum of eleven children are allowed for one caregiver, Therefore, the classroom was out of ratio. This was corrected when another caregiver arrived.

Correction verified by the state on March 14, 2022. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.901(2) - Required Personnel Records- Meets RequirementsRisk level: Medium
Three out of six personnel folders did not have the required proof of educational requirements available for review.

Correction verified by the state on March 14, 2022.

746.901(8) - Required Personnel Records- Photo IdentificationRisk level: Medium
One of six personnel folders did not have the required copy of photo identification.

Correction verified by the state on March 14, 2022.

746.605(7) - Required Admission Information - Release InformationRisk level: High
Two of ten children's records reviewed were missing the required information regarding to whom the children may be released.

Correction verified by the state on March 14, 2022. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.605(11) - Required Admission Information - Physician InformationRisk level: Medium
One out of ten children's folders reviewed was missing the required healthcare provider's information.

Correction verified by the state on March 14, 2022.

746.901(10) - Required Personnel Records- signed dated statement that employee attended abuse/neglect trainingRisk level: Medium
Two of six personnel records did not have the required abuse/neglect training.

Correction verified by the state on March 14, 2022.

746.603(a)(3) - Children's Records - Health StatementRisk level: Medium
Three of ten children's records reviewed were missing the required Healthcare Statement.

Correction verified by the state on March 14, 2022.

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