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Learn and Laugh Preschool

Licensed Center · Austin, Travis County, TX · Operation No. 1684227

Learn and Laugh Preschool holds a Full Permit issued January 8, 2019. In the state's 60-month public window it has 16 inspections on record with 34 cited deficiencies. The records below are republished verbatim from the Texas HHSC database.

License details
License status
Full Permit
Issued
January 8, 2019
Operation type
Licensed Center
Total capacity
43 children
Ages served
Infant, Toddler, Pre-Kindergarten, School
Address
11715 Fm 2244, Austin, TX 78738-6315
The 60-month record
16
Inspections
0
Assessments
0
Self reports
34
Deficiencies
Deficiencies by the agency's own weight: High 6 · Medium High 20 · Medium 7 · Medium Low 1 · Low 0. These are the state's precomputed counts, republished as-is.
Inspection history
DateActivityDeficiencies cited
Aug 20, 2026 Inspection 0
Jul 21, 2026 Inspection 1
Apr 15, 2026 Inspection 0
Apr 1, 2026 Inspection 3
Dec 16, 2025 Inspection 0
Sep 3, 2025 Inspection 1
Aug 15, 2025 Inspection 8
Dec 18, 2024 Inspection 0
Dec 13, 2024 Inspection 2
Dec 6, 2024 Report 0
Sep 27, 2024 Inspection 1
Sep 20, 2024 Inspection 5
Sep 22, 2023 Inspection 3
Oct 26, 2022 Inspection 2
Mar 23, 2022 Inspection 1
Mar 12, 2022 Report 0
Dec 29, 2021 Inspection 0
Dec 15, 2021 Inspection 7
Deficiency records
July 21, 2026 Standard § 746.1611(b) - Exceeding Maximum Group Size -Ratio Meet
Medium High
Verbatim from the agency record
All classes of children at the operation were observed to be combined on the playground with one caregiver for 3-4minutes.
Corrected: July 21, 2026
April 1, 2026 Standard § 745.651(1) - Background Check Validation - You must inactivate a subject who is no longer associated with your operation within 7 days of leaving
Medium
Verbatim from the agency record
One employee was observed to have an active background check after seperating from the operation.
Corrected: April 2, 2026
April 1, 2026 Standard § 746.1613(a)(5) - Naptime Child/Caregiver Ratio - Additional Employees Required
Medium High
Verbatim from the agency record
An additional person was not in the building during nap time.
Corrected: April 2, 2026
April 1, 2026 Standard § 746.3407(9) - Floors, ceilings and Walls in Good Repair and Clean
Medium High
Verbatim from the agency record
Walls near sink was observed to have paint peeling and dirt/soap scum stains in the older infant room. Bathroom was observed to have soiled diapers child's water bottle, and toilet paper on the floor.
Corrected: April 3, 2026
September 3, 2025 Standard § 746.4907(d) - Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Proper Depth Maintained
Medium High
Verbatim from the agency record
This standard was re-cited. The loose fill was not at the proper depth around the climbing equipment as required. The equipment is not in use at this time.
Corrected: December 15, 2025
August 15, 2025 Standard § 746.603(a) - Children's Records Maintained
Medium
Verbatim from the agency record
Children recrods were reviewed and 4 records were missing the Parents rights, 2 records were mimssing the immunizations, 1 record was missing the health statement.
Corrected: August 29, 2025
August 15, 2025 Standard § 746.4003(a) - First Aid Kit - Incomplete Kit
Medium
Verbatim from the agency record
The first aid kit was missing tweezers and thermometer.
Corrected: August 22, 2025
August 15, 2025 Standard § 746.3701(9) - Safety - Bodies of Water Inaccessible to Children
High
Verbatim from the agency record
During inspection of the playground there were 2 buckets of water observed on the playground that had material settled in the buckets and standing water, more than 8 inches, in the buckets accessible to children.
Corrected: August 15, 2025
August 15, 2025 Standard § 746.4907(d) - Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Proper Depth Maintained
Medium High
Verbatim from the agency record
The loose fill on the playground was observed to be less than 1 inch in front of the large slide.
Corrected: August 29, 2025
August 15, 2025 Standard § 746.1701 - Child/Caregiver Ratio - 12 or Fewer Children
Medium
Verbatim from the agency record
During inspection the caregiver had 10 children 9 that were 18m to 3 yr old with one infant, making the caregiver out of ratio with 12 or fewer children.
Corrected: August 15, 2025
August 15, 2025 Standard § 746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
Medium High
Verbatim from the agency record
There is a piece of soft play equipment that is in the infant room that has become worn and torn and can no longer be sanitized properly.
Corrected: August 15, 2025
August 15, 2025 Standard § 746.3407(12) - Mark Cleaning Supplies, Toxic Materials; Keep Separate from Food and Inaccessible to Children
High
Verbatim from the agency record
Sanitizing equipment was within the child's reach in the infant room.
Corrected: August 15, 2025
August 15, 2025 Standard § 746.3401(a) - Annual Sanitation Inspection
Medium High
Verbatim from the agency record
The annual Health inspection has not been completed since April.
Corrected: August 29, 2025
December 13, 2024 Standard § 746.3701(5) - Safety - Play Materials and Equipment Safe
Medium High
Verbatim from the agency record
There were empty food cans (like what green beans come in) that were accessible to children. These cans could cut the children hands if they picked them up. This was corrected as inspection when the cans were removed.
Corrected: December 13, 2024
December 13, 2024 Standard § 746.2415(b) - AP Cribs - Only Snug Fitting Sheet and Crib Mattress Cover Allowed if Infant Younger than 12 Months of Age
High
Verbatim from the agency record
A crib that an infant was sleeping in had a bottle and a blanket it in with the infant. This was corrected at inspection when the caregiver removed the items from the infants crib.
Corrected: December 13, 2024
September 27, 2024 Standard § 746.203(2) - Liability Insurance Requirements - Provide Proof of Coverage Annually by Anniversary Date of Issuance
Medium
Verbatim from the agency record
During the follow-up the liability insurance policy unavailable for review. The most recent policy expired on 1/31/2024. 9/27/2024-There still was no active liability policy available for review. Director stated she sent the notice to inform the parents of no liabilty insurance on the operation back in March 2024.
Corrected: November 1, 2024
September 20, 2024 Standard § 746.203(2) - Liability Insurance Requirements - Provide Proof of Coverage Annually by Anniversary Date of Issuance
Medium
Verbatim from the agency record
There were no active liability insurance policy available for review. The most recent policy expired on 1/31/2024.
Corrected: September 27, 2024
September 20, 2024 Standard § 746.4751(a) - Maintenance Procedures for Active Play - Inspect Daily
Medium High
Verbatim from the agency record
There were many tripping hazards present in both play areas.
Corrected: September 27, 2024
September 20, 2024 Standard § 746.3407(10) - Center Heated, Lighted and Ventilated Properly
Medium High
Verbatim from the agency record
The illumination within the initial classroom appears to be malfunctioning and requires immediate attention.
Corrected: October 4, 2024
September 20, 2024 Standard § 746.5205(1) - Fire Drill Monthly - Exit in 3 Minutes
Medium High
Verbatim from the agency record
There were no fire drills log avaiable for review.
Corrected: September 27, 2024
September 20, 2024 Standard § 746.1315(a) - Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric first aid with rescue breathing and choking.
Medium High
Verbatim from the agency record
Neither the director nor the caregiver had CPR and First Aid certification for review.
Corrected: September 27, 2024
September 22, 2023 Standard § 746.4751(c) - Maintenance Procedures for Active Play - Hazards Removed or Repaired
Medium High
Verbatim from the agency record
There were many tripping hazards present in both play areas. This was corrected when the director moved the toys and organized to eliminate tripping hazards.
Corrected: September 22, 2023
September 22, 2023 Standard § 746.3407(9) - Floors, ceilings and Walls in Good Repair and Clean
Medium High
Verbatim from the agency record
There were several walls and equipment that needed cleaning or replacing. There were dead crickets throughout the building.
Corrected: October 6, 2023
September 22, 2023 Standard § 746.1301(a)(2)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Pre-Service Training
Medium High
Verbatim from the agency record
Trainings were not available during the inspection.
Corrected: October 6, 2023
October 26, 2022 Standard § 746.901(4) - Required Personnel Records - Required Affidavit
Medium Low
Verbatim from the agency record
1 out of 4 staff was missing a notarized affidavit.
Corrected: October 28, 2022
October 26, 2022 Standard § 746.613(a) - Required Immunizations
High
Verbatim from the agency record
1 out of 4 children were missing some shots.
Corrected: November 4, 2022
March 23, 2022 Standard § 746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
Medium High
Verbatim from the agency record
During the walktrhough, there were piles of items and clutter causing a tripping hazard and possible health and safety hazareds. The following items were observed and accessible to children: Pile of clothing and blankets. Stacked area of open plastic bins containing clothing and supplies. Some supplies are spilling out of the containers onto the floor covering the walking area. Shelves with a bottle of sode and can or pringles. Chairs, foam tiles and other items on the floor of the changing area. Rugs with visible dirt and trash.
Corrected: March 24, 2022
December 15, 2021 Standard § 746.1203(4) - Responsibilities of Caregivers- Supervision of Children
High
Verbatim from the agency record
During an inspection, children were observed unsupervised during several incidents.
Corrected: December 15, 2021
December 15, 2021 Standard § 746.2426 - Infant May Not Sleep in a Restrictive Device
High
Verbatim from the agency record
A child was observed sleeping in a bouncy seat. This was corrected when the child was removed from the seat.
Corrected: December 15, 2021
December 15, 2021 Standard § 746.901 - Required Personnel Records
Medium
Verbatim from the agency record
1 out of 4 staff files were not available for review.
Corrected: January 15, 2022
December 15, 2021 Standard § 746.2405(2) - Infant Care Area Furnishings and Equipment - Crib for Each Non-walking Infant Younger Than 12 Months of Age
Medium High
Verbatim from the agency record
An 8 mo old, non walking infant was in a classroom (during naptime) without a crib for sleeping.
Corrected: December 15, 2021
December 15, 2021 Standard § 746.1609 - Maximum Group Size 13 or More Children
Medium High
Verbatim from the agency record
One classroom was over ratio with one caregiver supervising 10 children ages 8mo-3 years old with a SAG of 18-24mo. This was corrected at inspection when additional caregivers returned from lunch.
Corrected: December 15, 2021
December 15, 2021 Standard § 746.3407(8) - Garbage Inaccessible to Children; Maintained in Sanitary Manner
Medium High
Verbatim from the agency record
A garbage can was observed to be full of garbage without a lid, and accessible to children.
Corrected: December 15, 2021
December 15, 2021 Standard § 746.1605 - Child/Caregiver Ratio - 18 Months Difference in Age
Medium High
Verbatim from the agency record
An 8 mo old child was combined in a room with a 3 year old child (exceeding 18 mo age gap).
Corrected: December 15, 2021
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