Poka Dots Day Care
Licensed Center · Laredo, Webb County, TX · Operation No. 1503518
Poka Dots Day Care holds a Full Permit issued December 5, 2013. In the state's 60-month public window it has 11 inspections on record with 14 cited deficiencies. The records below are republished verbatim from the Texas HHSC database.
License details
License status
Full Permit
Issued
December 5, 2013
Operation type
Licensed Center
Total capacity
147 children
Ages served
Infant, Toddler, Pre-Kindergarten, School
Address
503 Shiloh Dr, Laredo, TX 78045-6749
The 60-month record
11
Inspections
0
Assessments
0
Self reports
14
Deficiencies
Deficiencies by the agency's own weight: High 3 · Medium High 10 · Medium 1 · Medium Low 0 · Low 0. These are the state's precomputed counts, republished as-is.
Inspection history
| Date | Activity | Deficiencies cited |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 5, 2025 | Inspection | 1 |
| Oct 2, 2024 | Inspection | 0 |
| Sep 18, 2024 | Report | 0 |
| Sep 6, 2024 | Inspection | 2 |
| Jul 11, 2024 | Inspection | 0 |
| May 31, 2024 | Inspection | 0 |
| May 29, 2024 | Report | 1 |
| Sep 29, 2023 | Inspection | 2 |
| Mar 3, 2023 | Inspection | 0 |
| Feb 17, 2023 | Inspection | 3 |
| Oct 3, 2022 | Inspection | 3 |
| Oct 14, 2021 | Inspection | 0 |
| Oct 8, 2021 | Inspection | 2 |
Deficiency records
September 5, 2025 Standard § 746.5537(a)(3) - Electronic or Battery-Operated Carbon Monoxide Detector-Document Test Date, Battery Installation Date, and Staff Name Testing and Installation
Medium High Verbatim from the agency record
The carbon monoxide detector, smoke detectors, and fire extinguishers were inspected, but this information was not documented.
Corrected: September 12, 2025
September 6, 2024 Standard § 746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
Medium High Verbatim from the agency record
An infant classroom was observed to have one caregiver supervising 9 infants ranging from ages 12 months to 16 months. Classroom was out of child/caregiver ratio. One employee was observed stepping out of an infant classroom, leaving the classroom out of cihld/caregiver ratio. Classroom had 6 infants ranging from ages 12 months to 18 months with two caregivers. One employee was observed walking back to her classroom. Classroom had 1 caregiver supervising 18 two year old children. Classroom was left out of child/caregiver ratio.
Corrected: September 6, 2024
September 6, 2024 Standard § 746.3501(6) - Diaper Changing Steps-Supplies Kept Out of Child's Reach
Medium High Verbatim from the agency record
Diaper changing supplies were under diaper changing tables in 4 classrooms. Doors were not locked.
Corrected: September 9, 2024
May 29, 2024 Standard § 745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
High Verbatim from the agency record
Person without a background check was observed present at the operation during inspection. Note: Individual left the operation during inspection.
Corrected: June 27, 2024
September 29, 2023 Standard § 746.613(b) - Immunization Records, Exceptions, and Exemptions Current
Medium High Verbatim from the agency record
Ten children's files were reviewed. Two files were pending updated immunization records.
Corrected: October 6, 2023
September 29, 2023 Standard § 746.2206(1) - Written Activity Plan - Outdoor Play Opportunities
Medium Verbatim from the agency record
Infant activity schedule did not include a time for outdoor play. Infants were observed watching an educational video on an ipad.
Corrected: November 5, 2023
February 17, 2023 Standard § 746.4311 - Outdoor Activity Space Accessible By Safe Route or get required approval of plan
Medium High Verbatim from the agency record
Outdoor activity plan for suite that is not adjacent to main building was not availble for review.
Corrected: February 21, 2023
February 17, 2023 Standard § 746.3317(7) - Food Service and Preparation Requirement - No Foods That Present Choking Risk
High Verbatim from the agency record
Toddlers were observed eating hot dogs. Hot dogs were not properly cut.
Corrected: February 17, 2023
February 17, 2023 Standard § 746.5535(a)(1) - Install CO Detection System-Electric or Battery Operated-on Every Level of Each Building
Medium High Verbatim from the agency record
Carbon monoxide detector was not available in newly added suite.
Corrected: February 21, 2023
October 3, 2022 Standard § 746.3401(a) - Annual Sanitation Inspection
Medium High Verbatim from the agency record
Environmental inspection was last conducted on 08/18/2021.
Corrected: October 17, 2022
October 3, 2022 Standard § 746.613(b) - Immunization Records, Exceptions, and Exemptions Current
Medium High Verbatim from the agency record
Ten files were reviewed. Seven children were pending updated immunization records.
Corrected: October 17, 2022
October 3, 2022 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
Two non-walking infants were observed sleeping on mats during naptime.
Corrected: October 5, 2022
October 8, 2021 Standard § 746.613(b) - Immunization Records, Exceptions, and Exemptions Current
Medium High Verbatim from the agency record
Ten children records were evaluated. Three records were pending immunization records.
Corrected: October 29, 2021
October 8, 2021 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
Small stuffed animal with a small blanket attached to it was observed to be inside a 2 month old infants crib. Child was observed to be sleeping.
Corrected: October 8, 2021
About these records
These records come from the Texas Health and Human Services Commission database and cover the state's 60-month public window. Records synced from the agency on August 29, 2026. They reflect the agency's database as of that date; recent inspections may not appear yet, so verify current status with the agency or on the official record ↗. Facility operators can request a review through our corrections process.
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