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Texas records · BEXAR County · SAN ANTONIO

Helen Marie's Christian Childcare

Licensed Center in SAN ANTONIO, Texas · Full Permit · permit issued March 13, 2024

State record presented as of November 5, 2026

Address
3203 NACOGDOCHES ROAD STE 200, SAN ANTONIO, TX 78217 3333
Operation type
Licensed Center
Type of issuance
Full Permit
Permit issued
March 13, 2024
Operation number
1764517
Licensed capacity
24 children
Ages served
Infant,Toddler,Pre-Kindergarten,School
Schedule
Mon,Tue,Wed,Thu,Fri · 07:00 AM-11:30 PM
Conditions on permit
NO

The record at a glance

Inspections on record28
Reports (complaints, incidents, self-reports) on record2
Assessments on record1
Standards evaluated across those visits6,379
Citations recorded72
Record coversMarch 24, 2023 – August 4, 2026

Citations by the state’s risk levels

High14
Medium High22
Medium33
Medium Low3

Visits and findings, newest first

InspectionAugust 4, 20263 citations recorded3 of 7 standards cited at this visit
746.301(1) - Notification of Changing Address or LocationRisk level: Medium
The operation changed addresses without approval of Child Care Regulation. Corrected: This was corrected during the inspection.

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

746.4805(a) - Measurement of Use Zone for Slides - in Front of Access and on SidesRisk level: Medium High
The use zone in front and behind the slide is under 6 feet.

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

746.3401(a) - Annual Sanitation InspectionRisk level: Medium High
The health inspection was last conducted on 07/14/25.

Correction verified by the state on August 19, 2026. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

InspectionJuly 20, 20262 citations recorded2 of 3 standards cited at this visit
746.201(11) - AP Ensure total number of children both at & away from center within capacityRisk level: High
There were 9 children in care. This was corrected at inspection when the director sent one chld home.

Correction verified by the state on August 4, 2026. 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
A child was observed alone in the office with the door closed. This was corrected at inspection when the child was brought back into the group.

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

InspectionJuly 10, 20261 citation recorded1 of 164 standards cited at this visit
746.201(11) - AP Ensure total number of children both at & away from center within capacityRisk level: High
There were 12 children in care. This was corrected at inspection when the director sent home five children.

Correction verified by the state on July 20, 2026. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

InspectionMarch 3, 20262 citations recorded2 of 464 standards cited at this visit
746.1309(e) - Documented Annual Training- Required ContentRisk level: Medium
Four of four staff did not have training in responding to food allergies, emergency preparedness, understanding building safety, or handling and disposing of hazardous materials.

Correction verified by the state on April 8, 2026. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.1315(b)(1) - CPR Training and Recertification Adhere to Guidelines-skill basedRisk level: Medium High
Four of four staff have current CPR training that did not include hands-on use of a CPR manakin.

Correction verified by the state on March 20, 2026. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

InspectionJanuary 20, 2026No citation recorded at this visit
InspectionDecember 4, 2025No citation recorded at this visit
ReportNovember 24, 20253 citations recorded3 of 8 standards cited at this visit
746.401(6) - Posting Requirements - Daily menu, including all snacks and meals served by the child care centerRisk level: Medium
Daily snack menu was not posted Note: This was corrected at inspection copy was completed and provided of the snack menu.

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

746.2203(b) - Written Activity Plans - Plan Followed by CaregiverRisk level: Medium
Written activity plan posted was not being followed during inspection. Note: This was corrected at inspection when lunch was served during the time listed in the activity plan.

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

746.2203(b) - Written Activity Plans - Plan Followed by CaregiverRisk level: Medium
Written activity plan posted was not being followed during inspection. Note: This was corrected at inspection when an updated activity plan was posted.

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

InspectionOctober 17, 20251 citation recorded1 of 146 standards cited at this visit
746.301(2) - Notification of Change in SpaceRisk level: Medium
The operation reduced indoor and outdoor space without notifying Child Care Regulation. This was corrected at inspection when a discussion was had with the director on required notifications.

Corrected at the time of inspection.

InspectionJuly 21, 20252 citations recorded2 of 384 standards cited at this visit
746.1315(b)(1) - CPR Training and Recertification Adhere to Guidelines-skill basedRisk level: Medium High
The director's CPR and FIrst Aid certificate is expired. Another employee's CPR was online only.

Correction verified by the state on August 5, 2025. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.603(a) - Children's Records MaintainedRisk level: Medium
Two of five children's files could not be located.

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

InspectionMay 16, 20252 citations recorded2 of 163 standards cited at this visit
746.2409(a)(10) - Safety Requirements for Cribs - Label for Each InfantRisk level: Medium
The infant cribs were not labeled. This was corrected at inspection when the cribs were labeled with the child's name.

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

746.2421(a) - Written Feeding Instructions - Signed and Dated by Parent or Health-Care ProfessionalRisk level: Medium
An infant who is not yet on table food did not have current infant feeding instructions.

Correction verified by the state on May 22, 2025. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

InspectionMarch 25, 20253 citations recorded3 of 372 standards cited at this visit
746.2207(a) - Screen Time Activities - Not Used for Under TwoRisk level: Medium
Two children under two were observed watching a screen. Corrected at inspection: The operation immediately turned off the tablet.

Corrected at the time of inspection.

746.401(6) - Posting Requirements - Daily menu, including all snacks and meals served by the child care centerRisk level: Medium
The operation serves snacks. The menu was not posted listing the items that are served. Corrected at inspection: The operation posted the menu during the inspection.

Corrected at the time of inspection.

746.5101(a) - Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 MonthsRisk level: High
The annual fire inspection was last conducted on March 14, 2024.

Correction verified by the state on March 26, 2025. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

InspectionFebruary 27, 2025No citation recorded at this visit0 of 5 standards cited at this visit
InspectionJanuary 16, 2025No citation recorded at this visit
ReportJanuary 14, 20255 citations recorded5 of 7 standards cited at this visit
746.1201(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-controlRisk level: High
Based on information gathered, it was determined that staff did not practice good judgement when staff did not communicate with parent that infant did not bring meals for three days that the child attended and infant only drank milk and snacks.

Correction verified by the state on February 26, 2025. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.3309(a)(2) - Parent Provided Meals/Snacks - Nutritional ValueRisk level: Medium
The operation did not have a signed statement from the parent acknowledging the child care center was not responsible for meeting the child's daily food needs.

Correction verified by the state on February 26, 2025. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.3301(a) - Nutrition and Food Service - Regular Meals and SnacksRisk level: Medium High
Based on information gathered, it was determined a 13 month infant ready for table food was not feed table food for three days that the child attended daycare.

Correction verified by the state on February 26, 2025. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.1003(1) - Director Responsibilities - Operate in ComplianceRisk level: High
The director did not ensure staff are following minimum standards, when staff failed to communicate with parent that a child was not bringing meals, since the daycare does not provide meals. The director did not ensure operational policies were updated, to reflect that the center does not provide meals, and the center only provides snack.

Correction verified by the state on February 26, 2025. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.505(2) - Notify Parents of Change in Operational Policy or Enrollment AgreementRisk level: Medium
During the time of inspection it was observed that the operational policies were not updated to reflect the center does not provide meals, and center only provides snacks.

Correction verified by the state on February 26, 2025. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

InspectionJanuary 8, 2025No citation recorded at this visit0 of 14 standards cited at this visit
InspectionOctober 3, 20242 citations recorded2 of 282 standards cited at this visit
746.5205(1) - Fire Drill Monthly - Exit in 3 MinutesRisk level: Medium High
A fire drill was not completed in the month of September. This was corrected at inspection when a fire drill was conducted.

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

746.5307(b) - Fire Extinguishers ServicedRisk level: Medium High
The fire extinguisher was last serviced in 9/2024.

Correction verified by the state on October 7, 2024. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

InspectionJune 28, 2024No citation recorded at this visit0 of 1 standards cited at this visit
InspectionJune 14, 20241 citation recorded1 of 2 standards cited at this visit
746.1701 - Child/Caregiver Ratio - 12 or Fewer ChildrenRisk level: Medium
There were 11 children in care with one caregiver. Six of the 11 children were infants under the age of 18 months. This was corrected at inspection when the director returned.

Correction verified by the state on June 28, 2024. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

InspectionJune 4, 20247 citations recorded7 of 581 standards cited at this visit
746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More ChildrenRisk level: Medium High
The infant caregiver had seven children by herself. This was corrected at inspection when a child was sent home and the center was able to operate under standard 746.1705.

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

746.901(8) - Required Personnel Records- Photo IdentificationRisk level: Medium
One of three staff files audited did not have a copy of a photo ID.

Correction verified by the state on June 12, 2024.

746.901(4) - Required Personnel Records - Required AffidavitRisk level: Medium Low
Two of three staff files did not have a signed affidavits.

Correction verified by the state on June 13, 2024.

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 11-month-old child was observed sleeping with in a crib with a blanket. A six-month-old was observed sleeping in a crib with a blanket and a bib.

Corrected at the time of inspection. 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
One of three staff did not have current CPR training.

Correction verified by the state on June 10, 2024. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.2426(a)(1) - Infant May Not Sleep in a Restrictive DeviceRisk level: High
Two three-month-old children were observed sleeping in restrictive devices. This was corrected at inspection when the children were removed and placed in cribs.

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

746.2421(b) - Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 DaysRisk level: Medium
Infant feeding instructions were not up to date for the four infants not on table food.

Correction verified by the state on June 12, 2024. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

InspectionFebruary 26, 2024No citation recorded at this visit0 of 336 standards cited at this visit
AssessmentJanuary 19, 20241 citation recorded1 of 1 standards cited at this visit
746.303(b) - Report Number of EmployeesRisk level: Medium Low
The operation failed to submit the number of employees that have left their employment in 2023 by January 15th.

Correction verified by the state on January 19, 2024. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

InspectionJanuary 8, 20243 citations recorded3 of 262 standards cited at this visit
746.2421(a) - Written Feeding Instructions - Signed and Dated by Parent or Health-Care ProfessionalRisk level: Medium
An infant who is not yet on table food did not have signed and dated infant feeding instructions.

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

746.2431 - Infant Daily Report - Share with ParentRisk level: Medium High
Infant daily sheets were not being filled ouit. This was corrected at inspections when the director started filling out the sheets.

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

746.2409(a)(10) - Safety Requirements for Cribs - Label for Each InfantRisk level: Medium
Cribs were not labeled with each child's name.

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

InspectionDecember 21, 2023No citation recorded at this visit0 of 3 standards cited at this visit
InspectionDecember 5, 20233 citations recorded3 of 656 standards cited at this visit
746.603(a)(3) - Children's Records - Health StatementRisk level: Medium
Two of four children's records did not have a completed health statement on file.

Correction verified by the state on December 21, 2023. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.901 - Required Personnel RecordsRisk level: Medium
Two of three personnel files do not have any information other than the name of the caregiver. All items listed under 746.901 need to be complete.

Correction verified by the state on December 21, 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
Two of three personnel files did not have proof of First Aid and CPR training.

Correction verified by the state on December 21, 2023. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

InspectionOctober 11, 2023No citation recorded at this visit
InspectionSeptember 19, 2023No citation recorded at this visit0 of 8 standards cited at this visit
InspectionSeptember 6, 202312 citations recorded12 of 550 standards cited at this visit
746.3503(c)(3) - Diaper Changing Equipment - If Above Floor Level Caregiver Must Face Child and Be Within Arm's Length of ChildRisk level: Medium High
A caregiver was observed walking away from a child who was on the diaper changing table. The caregiver walked to the other side of the room with their back to the child and was not within arms reach. This was corrected at inspection when the director went to secure the child.

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

746.4135(c) - Children's Products-Posting of CPSC websiteRisk level: Medium
The CPSC form was not available.

Correction verified by the state on September 19, 2023. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.2419(8) - Requirements for Feeding Infants - Other Use of Handwashing SinkRisk level: Medium High
A bottle with formula was being stored on the diaper changing mat. This was corrected at inspection when the caregiver removed the bottle.

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

746.3415(4) - Employee Handwashing After Diapering a ChildRisk level: Medium High
A caregiver did not wash their hands after changing a diaper. This was corrected at inspection when the director instructed the employee to wash their hands.

Corrected at the time of inspection.

746.2415(c)(1) - Crib Mattress Cover - Designed for Use in Size and Type of CribRisk level: Medium High
A child was standing in a crib that did not have a sheet designed for the mattress. This was corrected at inspection when the child and sheet were removed from the crib.

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

746.5205(1) - Fire Drill Monthly - Exit in 3 MinutesRisk level: Medium High
No fire drills have been recorded since opening on 4/11/2023.

Correction verified by the state on September 19, 2023. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.3417(3) - Children Handwashing After Toileting or DiaperingRisk level: Medium High
A caregiver did not wash the hands of the child after changing their diaper. This was corrected at inspection when the director instructed the employee to wash the child's hands.

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

746.5205(2) - Sheltering Drill For Severe Weather-Four times a calendar yearRisk level: Medium High
No severe weather drills have been recorded since opening on 4/11/2023.

Correction verified by the state on September 19, 2023. 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 infant less than a 12 months old was observed sleeping in a crib with a blanket, pacifier tied to a cord, and a bib tied around their neck. The items were removed by the director.

Correction verified by the state on September 19, 2023. 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
The caregiver left in charge at the operation did not have a current background check.

Correction verified by the state on September 19, 2023. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.5315 - Smoke-Detection System TestedRisk level: Medium High
No smoke detector inspections have been conducted since opening on 4/11/2023.

Correction verified by the state on September 19, 2023. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.5537(a)(2) - Electronic or Battery-Operated Carbon Monoxide Detector-Check All Detectors MonthlyRisk level: Medium High
Carbon monoxide detectors have not been inspected since opening on 4/11/2023.

Correction verified by the state on September 19, 2023.

InspectionJuly 7, 20232 citations recorded2 of 147 standards cited at this visit
746.4503(b) - Cots, Beds, Mats Labeled With Child's NameRisk level: Medium
Children were observed napping on cots that were not assigned by name or number.

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

746.4503(c) - Napping Floor Mats Marked with Sleeping Side DistinguishedRisk level: Medium
Mats were observed being used without designated floor and sleep sides.

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

InspectionJune 13, 2023No citation recorded at this visit0 of 1 standards cited at this visit
InspectionMay 26, 202314 citations recorded14 of 561 standards cited at this visit
746.605(6) - Required Admission Information - Emergency ContactRisk level: Medium High
One of six children's files did not have an address for the emergency contact.

Correction verified by the state on June 12, 2023. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.605(3) - Required Admission Information - Date of AdmissionRisk level: Medium Low
One of six children's files did not have an enrollment date.

Correction verified by the state on June 12, 2023.

746.603(a)(4) - Children's Records - ImmunizationsRisk level: Medium
Four of six children's files did not have current immunization records.

Correction verified by the state on June 19, 2023.

746.603(a)(3) - Children's Records - Health StatementRisk level: Medium
Two of six children's files did not have a current health care provider statement.

Correction verified by the state on June 12, 2023.

746.801(12) - Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Sanitation Inspection ReportRisk level: Medium
The health inspection expired 4/26/2023.

Correction verified by the state on June 14, 2023.

746.503 - Provide Parents With Copy of PoliciesRisk level: Medium
One of six children's files did not have an acknowledgment of receipt of operational policies.

Correction verified by the state on June 12, 2023.

746.901 - Required Personnel RecordsRisk level: Medium
The personnel file for the only employee does not exist.

Correction verified by the state on June 12, 2023.

746.605(13) - Required Admission Information - Special Needs StatementRisk level: Medium High
Five of six children's files did not complete the special needs care statement.

Correction verified by the state on June 12, 2023.

746.605(12) - Required Admission Information - Emergency Medical AuthorizationRisk level: High
One of six children's files did not have an emergency care authorization on file.

Correction verified by the state on June 12, 2023. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.2421(a) - Written Feeding Instructions - Signed and Dated by Parent or Health-Care ProfessionalRisk level: Medium
Infant feeding instructions are not on file for the two infants not on table food.

Correction verified by the state on June 2, 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
The children were left unsupervised when the only caregiver left the building.

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

746.605(11) - Required Admission Information - Physician InformationRisk level: Medium
Two of six children's files did not have health care information on file.

Correction verified by the state on June 12, 2023.

746.2205(a)(1) - Written Activity Plan - Group Name and DatesRisk level: Medium
Activity plans identifying the age group the activity plan is designed for and period the plan covers were not posted.

Correction verified by the state on June 12, 2023.

746.605(7) - Required Admission Information - Release InformationRisk level: High
One of six children's files did not have anyone besides the parents authorized to pick up the child.

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

InspectionMarch 24, 20233 citations recorded3 of 1,251 standards cited at this visit
746.501(a)(18) - Written Operational Policies - Promotion of Physical ActivityRisk level: Medium
The operational policies did not include a statement promoting indoor and outdoor physical activivties.

Correction verified by the state on April 28, 2023.

746.5101(a) - Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 MonthsRisk level: High
The fire inspection expired on 3/23/2023.

Correction verified by the state on March 29, 2023. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.4003(a) - First Aid Kit - Incomplete KitRisk level: Medium
The first aid kit was missing scissors, tweezers, disposable gloves, a guide to first aid, gauze, and tape,

Correction verified by the state on March 28, 2023.

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