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La Tribu Rural

4 critical, 12 serious, 4 minor findings across 24 visits in the last 36 months. Most recent critical finding: Jun 30, 2025.

9000 Menchaca Rd, Austin, TX 78748 · (512) 428-6688

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Inspection record · 36 monthsAustin licensed centers, n=462

Critical findings4 critical, 12 serious, 4 minor across 20 inspections and 4 investigations (24 visits). Most recent critical: Jun 30, 2025.

Critical4 vs median 0

45% of centers have at least one

Serious12 vs median 8

68% of centers have at least one

LicenseSince 2024Full Permit

Practical8a–5:30pMon–Fri · Toddler to school · Licensed capacity 102

Texas HHSC operation #1804259 · last checked against Texas Sep 16, 2026

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Meals providedNot listed
Snacks providedListed
Before-school careNot listed
After-school careNot listed
Transportation to/from schoolNot listed
Drop-in careNot listed
Part-time careListed
Field tripsNot listed
Skill classesListed
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Accepts child care subsidiesNot accepted

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Inspection record

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2026
May 19, 2026 to May 19, 20264 inspections
No findingsShowHide
- May 19, 2026 inspection
- May 19, 2026 inspection
- May 19, 2026 inspection
- May 19, 2026 inspection
2025
Nov 18, 2025 to Nov 18, 20254 inspections
No findingsShowHide
- Nov 18, 2025 inspection
- Nov 18, 2025 inspection
- Nov 18, 2025 inspection
- Nov 18, 2025 inspection
Aug 20, 2025Inspection
3 findings · serious
- SeriousTexas: Medium High
  Animals - Do Not Create Unsafe or Unsanitary Conditions
  The operation's goats were observed roaming the playground unsupervised and there was fecal matter present on the loose fill. This was corrected at inspection when an area where the goats can freely roam unsupervised was identified and the afternoon routine was updated.
  Corrected during the inspection. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.3901(2).
- SeriousTexas: Medium High
  Measurement of Use Zone for Slides - in Front of Access and on Sides
  The use zones for two slides measured less than 6 feet from the bottom of the slide to the wooden perimeter of the play area.
  Corrected Sep 2, 2025, verified Sep 3, 2025. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.4805(a).
- MinorTexas: Low
  Notification of Closure
  The operation did not notify Child Care Regulation before closing from August 1-18, 2025.
  Corrected Aug 20, 2025, verified Aug 20, 2025. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.301(9).
Aug 20, 2025Inspection
3 findings · serious
- SeriousTexas: Medium High
  Measurement of Use Zone for Slides - in Front of Access and on Sides
  The use zones for two slides measured less than 6 feet from the bottom of the slide to the wooden perimeter of the play area.
  Corrected Sep 2, 2025, verified Sep 3, 2025. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.4805(a).
- SeriousTexas: Medium High
  Animals - Do Not Create Unsafe or Unsanitary Conditions
  The operation's goats were observed roaming the playground unsupervised and there was fecal matter present on the loose fill. This was corrected at inspection when an area where the goats can freely roam unsupervised was identified and the afternoon routine was updated.
  Corrected during the inspection. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.3901(2).
- MinorTexas: Low
  Notification of Closure
  The operation did not notify Child Care Regulation before closing from August 1-18, 2025.
  Corrected Aug 20, 2025, verified Aug 20, 2025. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.301(9).
Aug 20, 2025Inspection
3 findings · serious
- SeriousTexas: Medium High
  Animals - Do Not Create Unsafe or Unsanitary Conditions
  The operation's goats were observed roaming the playground unsupervised and there was fecal matter present on the loose fill. This was corrected at inspection when an area where the goats can freely roam unsupervised was identified and the afternoon routine was updated.
  Corrected during the inspection. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.3901(2).
- SeriousTexas: Medium High
  Measurement of Use Zone for Slides - in Front of Access and on Sides
  The use zones for two slides measured less than 6 feet from the bottom of the slide to the wooden perimeter of the play area.
  Corrected Sep 2, 2025, verified Sep 3, 2025. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.4805(a).
- MinorTexas: Low
  Notification of Closure
  The operation did not notify Child Care Regulation before closing from August 1-18, 2025.
  Corrected Aug 20, 2025, verified Aug 20, 2025. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.301(9).
Aug 20, 2025Inspection
3 findings · serious
- SeriousTexas: Medium High
  Measurement of Use Zone for Slides - in Front of Access and on Sides
  The use zones for two slides measured less than 6 feet from the bottom of the slide to the wooden perimeter of the play area.
  Corrected Sep 2, 2025, verified Sep 3, 2025. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.4805(a).
- SeriousTexas: Medium High
  Animals - Do Not Create Unsafe or Unsanitary Conditions
  The operation's goats were observed roaming the playground unsupervised and there was fecal matter present on the loose fill. This was corrected at inspection when an area where the goats can freely roam unsupervised was identified and the afternoon routine was updated.
  Corrected during the inspection. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.3901(2).
- MinorTexas: Low
  Notification of Closure
  The operation did not notify Child Care Regulation before closing from August 1-18, 2025.
  Corrected Aug 20, 2025, verified Aug 20, 2025. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.301(9).
Jun 30, 2025Complaint investigation
2 findings · critical
- CriticalTexas: High
  Prohibited Punishments - No Harsh, Cruel or Unusual
  Video footage obtained during a DFPS case showed a caregiver grabbing and pulling a child, as well as pulling the child's hair.
  Corrected Aug 7, 2025, verified Aug 20, 2025. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.2805.
- SeriousTexas: Medium High
  Personal use of electronic devices, such as cell phones, MP3 players, tablets, and video games
  Video footage obtained during a DFPS investigation showed a caregiver on the phone while supervising children during naptime.
  Corrected Aug 7, 2025, verified Aug 20, 2025. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.1203(3)(D).
Jun 30, 2025Complaint investigation
2 findings · critical
- CriticalTexas: High
  Prohibited Punishments - No Harsh, Cruel or Unusual
  Video footage obtained during a DFPS case showed a caregiver grabbing and pulling a child, as well as pulling the child's hair.
  Corrected Aug 7, 2025, verified Aug 20, 2025. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.2805.
- SeriousTexas: Medium High
  Personal use of electronic devices, such as cell phones, MP3 players, tablets, and video games
  Video footage obtained during a DFPS investigation showed a caregiver on the phone while supervising children during naptime.
  Corrected Aug 7, 2025, verified Aug 20, 2025. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.1203(3)(D).
Jun 30, 2025Complaint investigation
2 findings · critical
- CriticalTexas: High
  Prohibited Punishments - No Harsh, Cruel or Unusual
  Video footage obtained during a DFPS case showed a caregiver grabbing and pulling a child, as well as pulling the child's hair.
  Corrected Aug 7, 2025, verified Aug 20, 2025. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.2805.
- SeriousTexas: Medium High
  Personal use of electronic devices, such as cell phones, MP3 players, tablets, and video games
  Video footage obtained during a DFPS investigation showed a caregiver on the phone while supervising children during naptime.
  Corrected Aug 7, 2025, verified Aug 20, 2025. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.1203(3)(D).
Jun 30, 2025Complaint investigation
2 findings · critical
- CriticalTexas: High
  Prohibited Punishments - No Harsh, Cruel or Unusual
  Video footage obtained during a DFPS case showed a caregiver grabbing and pulling a child, as well as pulling the child's hair.
  Corrected Aug 7, 2025, verified Aug 20, 2025. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.2805.
- SeriousTexas: Medium High
  Personal use of electronic devices, such as cell phones, MP3 players, tablets, and video games
  Video footage obtained during a DFPS investigation showed a caregiver on the phone while supervising children during naptime.
  Corrected Aug 7, 2025, verified Aug 20, 2025. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.1203(3)(D).
May 27, 2025 to May 27, 20254 inspections
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- May 27, 2025 inspection
- May 27, 2025 inspection
- May 27, 2025 inspection
- May 27, 2025 inspection
2024
Oct 25, 2024 to Oct 25, 20244 inspections
No findingsShowHide
- Oct 25, 2024 inspection
- Oct 25, 2024 inspection
- Oct 25, 2024 inspection
- Oct 25, 2024 inspection

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