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Lil' Elks Early Learning Center

12 critical, 24 serious findings across 24 visits in the last 36 months. Most recent critical finding: May 18, 2026.

339 Memory Ln, Evant, TX 76525 · (254) 471-5536

At a glance

Inspection record · 36 monthsStatewide licensed centers, n=9,617

Critical findings12 critical, 24 serious, 0 minor across 24 inspections and 0 investigations (24 visits). Most recent critical: May 18, 2026.

Critical12 vs median 4

55% of centers have at least one

Serious24 vs median 8

75% of centers have at least one

LicenseSince 2019Full Permit

Practical7a–5:30pMon–Fri · Infant to school · Licensed capacity 53

Texas HHSC operation #1679426 · last checked against Texas Sep 15, 2026

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Inspection record

Visits available in our Texas data, newest first. Visits with findings are shown in full; runs of clean visits are folded into one line. Findings are quoted from the inspector's report with the Texas risk level beside our severity.

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2026
Jun 4, 2026 to Jun 4, 20264 inspections
No findingsShowHide
- Jun 4, 2026 inspection
- Jun 4, 2026 inspection
- Jun 4, 2026 inspection
- Jun 4, 2026 inspection
May 18, 2026Inspection
1 finding · critical
- CriticalTexas: High
  Requirements for Feeding Infants - Never Prop Bottles
  It was observed that the bottle of a 5 month old infant was propped with a blanket. The bottle was removed during the inspection.
  Corrected May 18, 2026, verified Jun 1, 2026. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.2419(3).
May 18, 2026Inspection
1 finding · critical
- CriticalTexas: High
  Requirements for Feeding Infants - Never Prop Bottles
  It was observed that the bottle of a 5 month old infant was propped with a blanket. The bottle was removed during the inspection.
  Corrected May 18, 2026, verified Jun 1, 2026. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.2419(3).
May 18, 2026Inspection
1 finding · critical
- CriticalTexas: High
  Requirements for Feeding Infants - Never Prop Bottles
  It was observed that the bottle of a 5 month old infant was propped with a blanket. The bottle was removed during the inspection.
  Corrected May 18, 2026, verified Jun 1, 2026. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.2419(3).
May 18, 2026Inspection
1 finding · critical
- CriticalTexas: High
  Requirements for Feeding Infants - Never Prop Bottles
  It was observed that the bottle of a 5 month old infant was propped with a blanket. The bottle was removed during the inspection.
  Corrected May 18, 2026, verified Jun 1, 2026. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.2419(3).
May 8, 2026Inspection
5 findings · critical
- CriticalTexas: High
  AP Initial background checks submitted - At the time you become aware of anyone requiring a background check under 745.605
  A group of individuals without background checks were observed to have access to children in care. The group was observed leaving during the inspection.
  Corrected May 8, 2026, verified May 18, 2026. Technical assistance given. Standard 745.621(a)(7).
- CriticalTexas: High
  Required Immunizations
  Two of four children's files reviewed were lacking updated immunization records.
  Corrected May 22, 2026, verified Jun 1, 2026. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.613(a).
- SeriousTexas: Medium
  Health Statement on File within 1 Week of Admission
  Two of four children's files reviewed were lacking physician signed health statements.
  Corrected May 22, 2026, verified Jun 1, 2026. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.611(b).
- SeriousTexas: Medium
  Required Personnel Records
  One of four personnel files reviewed was observed to be missing a valid photo ID, Affidavits 2985 & 2912, and a high school diploma.
  Corrected May 22, 2026, verified Jun 1, 2026. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.901.
- SeriousTexas: Medium
  Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days
  Infant feeding instructions for two infants were last updated in March.
  Corrected May 22, 2026, verified Jun 1, 2026. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.2421(b).
May 8, 2026Inspection
5 findings · critical
- CriticalTexas: High
  Required Immunizations
  Two of four children's files reviewed were lacking updated immunization records.
  Corrected May 22, 2026, verified Jun 1, 2026. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.613(a).
- CriticalTexas: High
  AP Initial background checks submitted - At the time you become aware of anyone requiring a background check under 745.605
  A group of individuals without background checks were observed to have access to children in care. The group was observed leaving during the inspection.
  Corrected May 8, 2026, verified May 18, 2026. Technical assistance given. Standard 745.621(a)(7).
- SeriousTexas: Medium
  Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days
  Infant feeding instructions for two infants were last updated in March.
  Corrected May 22, 2026, verified Jun 1, 2026. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.2421(b).
- SeriousTexas: Medium
  Health Statement on File within 1 Week of Admission
  Two of four children's files reviewed were lacking physician signed health statements.
  Corrected May 22, 2026, verified Jun 1, 2026. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.611(b).
- SeriousTexas: Medium
  Required Personnel Records
  One of four personnel files reviewed was observed to be missing a valid photo ID, Affidavits 2985 & 2912, and a high school diploma.
  Corrected May 22, 2026, verified Jun 1, 2026. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.901.
May 8, 2026Inspection
5 findings · critical
- CriticalTexas: High
  Required Immunizations
  Two of four children's files reviewed were lacking updated immunization records.
  Corrected May 22, 2026, verified Jun 1, 2026. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.613(a).
- CriticalTexas: High
  AP Initial background checks submitted - At the time you become aware of anyone requiring a background check under 745.605
  A group of individuals without background checks were observed to have access to children in care. The group was observed leaving during the inspection.
  Corrected May 8, 2026, verified May 18, 2026. Technical assistance given. Standard 745.621(a)(7).
- SeriousTexas: Medium
  Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days
  Infant feeding instructions for two infants were last updated in March.
  Corrected May 22, 2026, verified Jun 1, 2026. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.2421(b).
- SeriousTexas: Medium
  Health Statement on File within 1 Week of Admission
  Two of four children's files reviewed were lacking physician signed health statements.
  Corrected May 22, 2026, verified Jun 1, 2026. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.611(b).
- SeriousTexas: Medium
  Required Personnel Records
  One of four personnel files reviewed was observed to be missing a valid photo ID, Affidavits 2985 & 2912, and a high school diploma.
  Corrected May 22, 2026, verified Jun 1, 2026. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.901.
May 8, 2026Inspection
5 findings · critical
- CriticalTexas: High
  AP Initial background checks submitted - At the time you become aware of anyone requiring a background check under 745.605
  A group of individuals without background checks were observed to have access to children in care. The group was observed leaving during the inspection.
  Corrected May 8, 2026, verified May 18, 2026. Technical assistance given. Standard 745.621(a)(7).
- CriticalTexas: High
  Required Immunizations
  Two of four children's files reviewed were lacking updated immunization records.
  Corrected May 22, 2026, verified Jun 1, 2026. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.613(a).
- SeriousTexas: Medium
  Health Statement on File within 1 Week of Admission
  Two of four children's files reviewed were lacking physician signed health statements.
  Corrected May 22, 2026, verified Jun 1, 2026. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.611(b).
- SeriousTexas: Medium
  Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days
  Infant feeding instructions for two infants were last updated in March.
  Corrected May 22, 2026, verified Jun 1, 2026. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.2421(b).
- SeriousTexas: Medium
  Required Personnel Records
  One of four personnel files reviewed was observed to be missing a valid photo ID, Affidavits 2985 & 2912, and a high school diploma.
  Corrected May 22, 2026, verified Jun 1, 2026. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.901.
2025
Jul 28, 2025 to Jul 28, 20254 inspections
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- Jul 28, 2025 inspection
2024
Sep 6, 2024 to Sep 6, 20244 inspections
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2023
Oct 12, 2023Inspection
3 findings · serious
- SeriousTexas: Medium High
  Child/Caregiver Ratio - 18 Months Difference in Age
  One infant, 4 months old was observed in a classroom with a 2 year old child creating an age gap over 18 months. The two year old was moved up to the older classroom during the inspection bringing the deficiency into compliance.
  Corrected during the inspection. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.1605(1).
- SeriousTexas: Medium High
  Active Play Surfacing In Use Zones - Loose Fill or Unitary Surfacing
  A small slide was observed on the playground without the required loose fill. The operation will be receiving loose fill for the playground.
  Corrected Nov 27, 2023, verified Jan 24, 2024. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.4901(a).
- SeriousTexas: Medium High
  Requirements for Feeding Infants - Label Bottles/Cups
  Multiple infant bottles and cups were observed to be unlabeled.
  Corrected Oct 19, 2023, verified Oct 31, 2023. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.2419(6).
Oct 12, 2023Inspection
3 findings · serious
- SeriousTexas: Medium High
  Requirements for Feeding Infants - Label Bottles/Cups
  Multiple infant bottles and cups were observed to be unlabeled.
  Corrected Oct 19, 2023, verified Oct 31, 2023. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.2419(6).
- SeriousTexas: Medium High
  Active Play Surfacing In Use Zones - Loose Fill or Unitary Surfacing
  A small slide was observed on the playground without the required loose fill. The operation will be receiving loose fill for the playground.
  Corrected Nov 27, 2023, verified Jan 24, 2024. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.4901(a).
- SeriousTexas: Medium High
  Child/Caregiver Ratio - 18 Months Difference in Age
  One infant, 4 months old was observed in a classroom with a 2 year old child creating an age gap over 18 months. The two year old was moved up to the older classroom during the inspection bringing the deficiency into compliance.
  Corrected during the inspection. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.1605(1).
Oct 12, 2023Inspection
3 findings · serious
- SeriousTexas: Medium High
  Requirements for Feeding Infants - Label Bottles/Cups
  Multiple infant bottles and cups were observed to be unlabeled.
  Corrected Oct 19, 2023, verified Oct 31, 2023. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.2419(6).
- SeriousTexas: Medium High
  Active Play Surfacing In Use Zones - Loose Fill or Unitary Surfacing
  A small slide was observed on the playground without the required loose fill. The operation will be receiving loose fill for the playground.
  Corrected Nov 27, 2023, verified Jan 24, 2024. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.4901(a).
- SeriousTexas: Medium High
  Child/Caregiver Ratio - 18 Months Difference in Age
  One infant, 4 months old was observed in a classroom with a 2 year old child creating an age gap over 18 months. The two year old was moved up to the older classroom during the inspection bringing the deficiency into compliance.
  Corrected during the inspection. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.1605(1).
Oct 12, 2023Inspection
3 findings · serious
- SeriousTexas: Medium High
  Requirements for Feeding Infants - Label Bottles/Cups
  Multiple infant bottles and cups were observed to be unlabeled.
  Corrected Oct 19, 2023, verified Oct 31, 2023. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.2419(6).
- SeriousTexas: Medium High
  Active Play Surfacing In Use Zones - Loose Fill or Unitary Surfacing
  A small slide was observed on the playground without the required loose fill. The operation will be receiving loose fill for the playground.
  Corrected Nov 27, 2023, verified Jan 24, 2024. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.4901(a).
- SeriousTexas: Medium High
  Child/Caregiver Ratio - 18 Months Difference in Age
  One infant, 4 months old was observed in a classroom with a 2 year old child creating an age gap over 18 months. The two year old was moved up to the older classroom during the inspection bringing the deficiency into compliance.
  Corrected during the inspection. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.1605(1).

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2022
Oct 28, 2022Inspection
2 findings · serious
- SeriousTexas: Medium
  Children's Records - Health Statement
  One of three children's files was found to be missing a health statement.
  Corrected Nov 11, 2022, verified Nov 15, 2022. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.603(a)(3).
- SeriousTexas: Medium
  Required Personnel Records
  One caregiver was found to be missing photo identification and documentation of education on file.
  Corrected Nov 11, 2022, verified Nov 15, 2022. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.901.
Oct 28, 2022Inspection
2 findings · serious
- SeriousTexas: Medium
  Children's Records - Health Statement
  One of three children's files was found to be missing a health statement.
  Corrected Nov 11, 2022, verified Nov 15, 2022. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.603(a)(3).
- SeriousTexas: Medium
  Required Personnel Records
  One caregiver was found to be missing photo identification and documentation of education on file.
  Corrected Nov 11, 2022, verified Nov 15, 2022. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.901.
Oct 28, 2022Inspection
2 findings · serious
- SeriousTexas: Medium
  Required Personnel Records
  One caregiver was found to be missing photo identification and documentation of education on file.
  Corrected Nov 11, 2022, verified Nov 15, 2022. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.901.
- SeriousTexas: Medium
  Children's Records - Health Statement
  One of three children's files was found to be missing a health statement.
  Corrected Nov 11, 2022, verified Nov 15, 2022. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.603(a)(3).
Oct 28, 2022Inspection
2 findings · serious
- SeriousTexas: Medium
  Children's Records - Health Statement
  One of three children's files was found to be missing a health statement.
  Corrected Nov 11, 2022, verified Nov 15, 2022. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.603(a)(3).
- SeriousTexas: Medium
  Required Personnel Records
  One caregiver was found to be missing photo identification and documentation of education on file.
  Corrected Nov 11, 2022, verified Nov 15, 2022. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.901.
2021
Oct 28, 2021Inspection
1 finding · serious
- SeriousTexas: Medium
  Fenced Outdoor Activity Space -Exits Required
  It was observed that the outdoor play yard had one exit gate.
  Corrected Nov 11, 2021, verified Nov 24, 2021. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.4307.
Oct 28, 2021Inspection
1 finding · serious
- SeriousTexas: Medium
  Fenced Outdoor Activity Space -Exits Required
  It was observed that the outdoor play yard had one exit gate.
  Corrected Nov 11, 2021, verified Nov 24, 2021. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.4307.
Oct 28, 2021Inspection
1 finding · serious
- SeriousTexas: Medium
  Fenced Outdoor Activity Space -Exits Required
  It was observed that the outdoor play yard had one exit gate.
  Corrected Nov 11, 2021, verified Nov 24, 2021. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.4307.
Oct 28, 2021Inspection
1 finding · serious
- SeriousTexas: Medium
  Fenced Outdoor Activity Space -Exits Required
  It was observed that the outdoor play yard had one exit gate.
  Corrected Nov 11, 2021, verified Nov 24, 2021. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.4307.

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