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Texas records · BELL County · NOLANVILLE

The Learning Lodge

Licensed Center in NOLANVILLE, Texas · Full Permit · permit issued September 1, 2022

State record presented as of November 5, 2026

Address
203 N MAIN ST, NOLANVILLE, TX 76559 4324
Operation type
Licensed Center
Type of issuance
Full Permit
Permit issued
September 1, 2022
Operation number
1733301
Licensed capacity
59 children
Ages served
Infant,Toddler,Pre-Kindergarten,School
Schedule
Mon,Tue,Wed,Thu,Fri · 05:30 AM-06:00 PM
Conditions on permit
YES

The record at a glance

Inspections on record32
Reports (complaints, incidents, self-reports) on record10
Assessments on record2
Standards evaluated across those visits7,158
Citations recorded47
Record coversFebruary 7, 2022 – June 17, 2026

Citations by the state’s risk levels

High11
Medium High24
Medium12

Visits and findings, newest first

InspectionJune 17, 20261 citation recorded1 of 370 standards cited at this visit
746.4003(a)(1) - First Aid Kit Incomplete - Gudie to first aid and emergency careRisk level: Medium
Two first aid kits were missing the guide to first aid.

Correction verified by the state on June 18, 2026. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

InspectionMay 28, 2026No citation recorded at this visit0 of 2 standards cited at this visit
InspectionMay 22, 20261 citation recorded1 of 3 standards cited at this visit
746.1203(3)(B) - Meal preparation, except when 12 or fewer children are in careRisk level: Medium High
During an inspection, it was observed a caregiver was preparing lunch while supervising children and there were more than 12 kids in care.

Correction verified by the state on May 28, 2026. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

ReportMay 18, 2026No citation recorded at this visit0 of 5 standards cited at this visit
InspectionMay 4, 2026No citation recorded at this visit0 of 1 standards cited at this visit
InspectionApril 28, 20261 citation recorded1 of 1 standards cited at this visit
746.1605(1) - Child/Caregiver Ratio - 18 Months Difference in AgeRisk level: Medium High
During a follow-up inspection, it was observed a 6 month old infant was in a classroom with children more than a 18-month age gap. The oldest child was 2 years 8 months. This was corrected when a caregiver brought the infant to another classroom.

Correction verified by the state on May 4, 2026. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

InspectionApril 21, 20261 citation recorded1 of 2 standards cited at this visit
746.1605(1) - Child/Caregiver Ratio - 18 Months Difference in AgeRisk level: Medium High
During an inspection, it was observed a 5 month old infant was in a classroom with children more than a 18-month age gap. The oldest child was 6 years old. This was corrected when a caregiver brought the infant to another classroom.

Correction verified by the state on April 28, 2026. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

ReportApril 16, 20261 citation recorded1 of 3 standards cited at this visit
746.1201(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-controlRisk level: High
During an investigation, there was evidence to suggest a caregiver did not demonstrate good judgment when talking to a parent about their child.

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

InspectionFebruary 25, 2026No citation recorded at this visit0 of 1 standards cited at this visit
InspectionFebruary 20, 2026No citation recorded at this visit0 of 1 standards cited at this visit
ReportFebruary 19, 20261 citation recorded1 of 9 standards cited at this visit
746.1605(1) - Child/Caregiver Ratio - 18 Months Difference in AgeRisk level: Medium High
During an inspection it was observed an infant was in a room with children that had more than an 18-month age gap. The infant was 14 months and the oldest child was 40 months.

Correction verified by the state on February 25, 2026. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

InspectionAugust 7, 2025No citation recorded at this visit0 of 4 standards cited at this visit
InspectionAugust 4, 20254 citations recorded4 of 6 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
A child was observed sleeping on a pillow in side the crib.

Correction verified by the state on August 7, 2025. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.2409(a)(1) - Safety Requirements for Cribs - Snug Fitting, Firm, Flat Mattress Designed for Use in CribRisk level: Medium High
A child was observed asleep in a crib with loose fitting sheet.

Correction verified by the state on August 7, 2025. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.2907(a) - Alternate Activity for Non-sleeping ChildrenRisk level: Medium
Children were observed on cots/mats and had been laying there more than 1 hour without being given an alternate activity.

Correction verified by the state on August 7, 2025. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.2805(10) - Prohibited Punishments - Using Inappropriate Long Period of Silence or Inactivity Including Requiring Child to Remain in a Restrictive DeviceRisk level: High
A caregiver was overheard telling children who were awake to hush during the rest period.

Correction verified by the state on August 7, 2025. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

InspectionJuly 22, 20252 citations recorded2 of 911 standards cited at this visit
746.5617(a)(5) - Required Equipment in Vehicles - Fire ExtinguisherRisk level: High
Fire extinguishers were not observed in either of the two vehicles.

Correction verified by the state on August 4, 2025. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.3417(3) - Children Handwashing After Toileting or DiaperingRisk level: Medium High
A caregiver was observed not washing hands after diapering a child.

Correction verified by the state on August 4, 2025. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

InspectionJune 12, 2025No citation recorded at this visit0 of 3 standards cited at this visit
AssessmentMay 29, 20253 citations recorded3 of 4 standards cited at this visit
746.901 - Required Personnel RecordsRisk level: Medium
This is related to a DFPS investigation. The operation did not have a record of employment on file for a caregiver. The caregiver was observed providing care to the children.

Correction verified by the state on June 12, 2025. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.3407(9) - Floors, ceilings and Walls in Good Repair and CleanRisk level: Medium High
This is related to a DFPS investigation. Broken floor tiles and dirty carpets were observed in the toddler room and in areas used by the children posing a health and safety risk.

Correction verified by the state on June 12, 2025. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.2805(9) - Prohibited Punishments - Withholding Active PlayRisk level: High
This is related to a DFPS investigation. A child was prohibited from active play when the child was placed in a child-sized highchair in the room away from the other children who were engaged in active play.

Correction verified by the state on June 12, 2025. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

ReportMay 22, 2025No citation recorded at this visit0 of 1 standards cited at this visit
InspectionMay 22, 2025No citation recorded at this visit0 of 2 standards cited at this visit
ReportMay 21, 2025Self-reported by the operationNo citation recorded at this visit0 of 3 standards cited at this visit
InspectionSeptember 17, 2024No citation recorded at this visit0 of 362 standards cited at this visit
InspectionSeptember 12, 2024No citation recorded at this visit
ReportSeptember 10, 2024No citation recorded at this visit0 of 3 standards cited at this visit
InspectionAugust 19, 2024No citation recorded at this visit0 of 686 standards cited at this visit
InspectionMay 30, 2024No citation recorded at this visit0 of 1 standards cited at this visit
AssessmentMay 13, 2024No citation recorded at this visit0 of 1 standards cited at this visit
ReportMay 3, 2024No citation recorded at this visit0 of 1 standards cited at this visit
InspectionMarch 1, 2024No citation recorded at this visit0 of 2 standards cited at this visit
InspectionFebruary 16, 2024No citation recorded at this visit0 of 571 standards cited at this visit
ReportFebruary 8, 20241 citation recorded1 of 9 standards cited at this visit
746.1605(1) - Child/Caregiver Ratio - 18 Months Difference in AgeRisk level: Medium High
During the inspection a 2 month old was observed to be in the pre k classroom. All 10 of the other children present were greater than 18 months older than the infant.

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

InspectionDecember 13, 2023No citation recorded at this visit0 of 2 standards cited at this visit
InspectionNovember 30, 2023No citation recorded at this visit
ReportNovember 29, 2023No citation recorded at this visit0 of 2 standards cited at this visit
InspectionNovember 28, 2023No citation recorded at this visit0 of 12 standards cited at this visit
InspectionNovember 9, 202310 citations recorded10 of 519 standards cited at this visit
746.5607(e)(4)(B) - 4 through 7 years of age, outgrown weight or height limit of seat and less than 4 feet, 9 inches in height or cannot be properly securedRisk level: High
During the monitoring inspection it was observed that the van used to transport 5 children, four of them between the ages of 4-6 years old, was not equipt with any booster seats or forward facing child safety seat.

Correction verified by the state on November 28, 2023. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.4405 - Location of Handwashing SinkRisk level: Medium
During the monitoring inspection it was observed that the bathroom in the pre k classroom was not equipped with soap for hand washing.

Correction verified by the state on November 28, 2023. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.3417(3) - Children Handwashing After Toileting or DiaperingRisk level: Medium High
During the monitoring inspection it was observed that a caregiver changed a child's diaper and did not have them wash their hands afterwards.

Correction verified by the state on November 28, 2023. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.2911 - Adequate Lighting During NaptimeRisk level: Medium High
During the monitoring inspection 2/4 of the rooms observed during naptime did not provide enough lighting for adequate supervision of the children.

Correction verified by the state on November 28, 2023. 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 the monitoring inspection it was observed that there were 4 rooms of napping children with no caregivers present in any of the rooms. There were 20 children left unsupervised ranging in age from 12 months - 4 years old.

Correction verified by the state on November 28, 2023. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.1301(a)(7)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Transportation trainingRisk level: Medium High
During the monitoring inspection it was found that two of the caregivers who provide transportation did not have their required two hours of transportation training.

Correction verified by the state on November 28, 2023. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.4003(a) - First Aid Kit - Incomplete KitRisk level: Medium
During the monitoring inspection it was observed that the first aid kit in the transportation vehicle was missing tweezers and a thermometer.

Correction verified by the state on November 28, 2023. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.3420(1) - Hand Sanitizer - Only for Children 24 Months and OlderRisk level: Medium High
During the monitoring inspection a caregiver stated that due to the sink in the infant room not working, infants use a little bit of hand sanitizer to keep their hands clean.

Correction verified by the state on November 28, 2023. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.2805(10) - Prohibited Punishments - Using Inappropriate Long Period of Silence or Inactivity Including Requiring Child to Remain in a Restrictive DeviceRisk level: High
The operation stated that for discipline the children are given a time out for "about 10 minutes".

Correction verified by the state on November 28, 2023. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.3415(1) - Employee Handwashing Before Eating or Handling FoodRisk level: Medium High
During the monitoring inspection a caregiver began serving snack to the children without washing their hands first.

Correction verified by the state on November 28, 2023. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

InspectionAugust 17, 2023No citation recorded at this visit0 of 3 standards cited at this visit
ReportAugust 9, 20231 citation recorded1 of 1 standards cited at this visit
746.2805(1) - Prohibited Punishments - Corporal PunishmentRisk level: High
During an inspection it was found that caregivers were hitting children as a way to control their behaviors.

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

InspectionAugust 9, 20233 citations recorded3 of 9 standards cited at this visit
746.2209 - Posting of Activity PlanRisk level: Medium
During the follow-up inspection the operation was re-cited for not having a current activity plan posted for all age groups. There was not a daily schedule posted for pre k or toddler aged children.

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

746.5205(4) - Documentation of DrillsRisk level: Medium
During the follow-up inspection emergency drill form was reviewed and the last documented drill was 12/2022.

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

746.2409(a)(2) - Safety Requirements for Cribs - Snug Fitting SheetsRisk level: Medium High
During the follow-up inspection the pack n plays were observed to have sheets on them that presented an entanglement hazard and were not snug fitted.

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

InspectionJuly 21, 20239 citations recorded9 of 745 standards cited at this visit
746.3407(12) - Mark Cleaning Supplies, Toxic Materials; Keep Separate from Food and Inaccessible to ChildrenRisk level: High
During the monitoring inspection cleaning supplies and Raid were observed in the toddler bathroom, under the sink, without a lock and hand sanitizer and cleaner were observed in the pre k room on a low shelf, within reach of the children in care.

Correction verified by the state on August 9, 2023. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.3417(1) - Children Handwashing Before EatingRisk level: Medium High
During the inspection it was observed that children were eating breakfast without washing their hands first.

Correction verified by the state on August 9, 2023. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.5205(4) - Documentation of DrillsRisk level: Medium
During the monitoring inspection emergency drills could not be reviewed as there was not an emergency drill form. One was emailed to the operaiton to begin using.

Correction verified by the state on August 9, 2023. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.3317 - Food Service and Preparation Requirement - Safe and SanitaryRisk level: Medium High
During the monitoring inspection the fridge in the infant classroom was observed to have thawed breast milk with a date from June marked on it, as well as the fridge having hair, and dirt or old food stuck to it, needing to be cleaned out.

Correction verified by the state on August 9, 2023. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.2209 - Posting of Activity PlanRisk level: Medium
During the monitoring inspection it was found that the operation did not have a current activity plan posted for all age groups. There was not a daily schedule posted for pre k or toddler aged children.

Correction verified by the state on August 9, 2023. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.3701 - Safety - Areas Free From HazardsRisk level: Medium High
During the monitoring inspection it was observed that there was a shelf that was hung in the infant room, over pack n plays, that was coming out of the wall and a falling hazard. There were also two storage cabinets in the bathrooms that were a falling hazard and needed to be secured to the walls. On the playground the tarp was also coming up from under the loose fill, presenting a potential tripping hazard.

Correction verified by the state on August 9, 2023. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.2409(a)(2) - Safety Requirements for Cribs - Snug Fitting SheetsRisk level: Medium High
During the monitoring inspection the pack n plays were observed to have sheets on them that presented an entanglement hazard as they were not designed for the pack n plays they were being used on.

Correction verified by the state on August 9, 2023. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.2207(c)(1) - Screen Time Activities - Related to Planned ActivitiesRisk level: Medium
During the monitoring inspection, screen time was observed and it did not meet educational goals. The children were observed watching Sonic.

Correction verified by the state on August 9, 2023. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and EquipmentRisk level: Medium High
During the monitoring inspection the infant's pack n play and sheets were observed to be dirty, with dirt, spit up and food crumbs. The floors throughout were observed to have hair, dirt and crumbs. The toys in every classroom were observed to have dirt on them. The trash cans and stools in and around the operation were also observed to have dirt and other things stuck to them.

Correction verified by the state on August 9, 2023. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

InspectionMarch 6, 20231 citation recorded1 of 525 standards cited at this visit
746.1605 - Child/Caregiver Ratio - 18 Months Difference in AgeRisk level: Medium High
After reviewing child/caregiver ratios, it was determined there was more than an 18 month age difference between the youngest infant and the oldest child in a group. The youngest child was eight months old and the oldest child was 3-years-old. This was corrected at inspection when the oldest child was brought to a different classroom, bringing the facility into compliance.

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

InspectionJuly 28, 20221 citation recorded1 of 518 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 detector had not been tested monthly. The carbon monoxide detector was tested during the inspection, bringing the facility into compliance.

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

InspectionMay 31, 2022No citation recorded at this visit0 of 142 standards cited at this visit
InspectionApril 28, 20221 citation recorded1 of 524 standards cited at this visit
746.603(a)(4) - Children's Records - ImmunizationsRisk level: Medium
After a review of children's records, three children enrolled in care did not have immunization records on file for review.

Correction verified by the state on May 3, 2022. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

InspectionFebruary 16, 2022No citation recorded at this visit0 of 4 standards cited at this visit
InspectionFebruary 7, 20225 citations recorded5 of 1,184 standards cited at this visit
746.2419(8) - Requirements for Feeding Infants - Other Use of Handwashing SinkRisk level: Medium High
A feeding utensil (sippy cup) was observed sitting on the handwashing sink in the infant classroom. The sippy cup was immediately removed when addressed and this deficiency was corrected at inspection.

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

746.3407(9) - Floors, ceilings and Walls in Good Repair and CleanRisk level: Medium High
Ceiling tiles in the infant and pre-k/school-age classrooms were separating from the ceiling. Paint was peeling from the wall in the 2-3 year-old classroom and in the pre-k/school-age classroom. The baseboards were separating or missing from the wall in the 2-3 year-old classroom. A portion of a wall in the 2-3 year-old classroom needed to be cleaned as stains were visible.

Correction verified by the state on February 16, 2022. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.4601(7) - Safety Requirements for Active Play Equipment - No Pinch, Crush, or Shear PointsRisk level: High
A toy box on the playground was observed to have shear points on it.

Correction verified by the state on February 16, 2022. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.4003(a) - First Aid Kit - Incomplete KitRisk level: Medium
The First Aid kit was found to be incomplete. There were no scissors nor tweezers.

Correction verified by the state on February 16, 2022. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and EquipmentRisk level: Medium High
A rug in the toddler classroom needed to be cleaned as stains were visible. Sinks in the toddler and infant classrooms needed to be cleaned as stains were visible. Both sinks were immediately cleaned when addressed, bringing the facility into compliance regarding the sinks.

Correction verified by the state on February 16, 2022. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

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