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Smcisd Child Development Center

4 critical, 12 serious findings across 44 visits in the last 36 months. Most recent critical finding: Feb 15, 2026.

1225 North State Highway 123, San Marcos, TX 78666 · (512) 393-6031

At a glance

Inspection record · 36 monthsSan Marcos licensed centers, n=25

Critical findings4 critical, 12 serious, 0 minor across 36 inspections and 8 investigations (44 visits). Most recent critical: Feb 15, 2026.

Critical4 vs median 4

68% of centers have at least one

Serious12 vs median 8

84% of centers have at least one

LicenseSince 1991Full Permit

Practical7a–5:15pMon–Fri · Infant to school · Licensed capacity 62

Texas HHSC operation #404042 · last checked against Texas Sep 16, 2026

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Meals providedListed
Snacks providedListed
Before-school careNot listed
After-school careNot listed
Transportation to/from schoolNot listed
Drop-in careNot listed
Part-time careNot listed
Field tripsNot listed
Skill classesNot listed
Weekend careNot listed
Night careNot listed
AccreditedNot listed
Accepts child care subsidiesListed

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Inspection record

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2026
Feb 18, 2026 to Jul 21, 202612 inspections
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- Jul 21, 2026 inspection
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- Jul 21, 2026 inspection
- Mar 13, 2026 inspection
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- Feb 18, 2026 inspection
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Feb 15, 2026Self-reported incident
1 finding · critical
- CriticalTexas: High
  AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
  It was found that two staff members were frequently present at the operation without an active, eligible background determination.
  Corrected Jul 3, 2026, verified Jul 8, 2026. Technical assistance given. Standard 745.641.
Feb 15, 2026Self-reported incident
1 finding · critical
- CriticalTexas: High
  AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
  It was found that two staff members were frequently present at the operation without an active, eligible background determination.
  Corrected Jul 3, 2026, verified Jul 8, 2026. Technical assistance given. Standard 745.641.
Feb 15, 2026Self-reported incident
1 finding · critical
- CriticalTexas: High
  AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
  It was found that two staff members were frequently present at the operation without an active, eligible background determination.
  Corrected Jul 3, 2026, verified Jul 8, 2026. Technical assistance given. Standard 745.641.
Feb 15, 2026Self-reported incident
1 finding · critical
- CriticalTexas: High
  AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
  It was found that two staff members were frequently present at the operation without an active, eligible background determination.
  Corrected Jul 3, 2026, verified Jul 8, 2026. Technical assistance given. Standard 745.641.
2025
May 12, 2025 to Nov 20, 20258 inspections
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2024
Dec 18, 2024Inspection
1 finding · serious
- SeriousTexas: Medium High
  Infant Care Area Furnishings and Equipment - Crib for Each Non-walking Infant Younger Than 12 Months of Age
  Two non walking infants under the age of 12 months were observed sleeping on nap mats. This was corrected at inspection when the infants were woken from their nap and removed from the nap mat.
  Corrected during the inspection. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.2405(2).
Dec 18, 2024Inspection
1 finding · serious
- SeriousTexas: Medium High
  Infant Care Area Furnishings and Equipment - Crib for Each Non-walking Infant Younger Than 12 Months of Age
  Two non walking infants under the age of 12 months were observed sleeping on nap mats. This was corrected at inspection when the infants were woken from their nap and removed from the nap mat.
  Corrected during the inspection. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.2405(2).
Dec 18, 2024Inspection
1 finding · serious
- SeriousTexas: Medium High
  Infant Care Area Furnishings and Equipment - Crib for Each Non-walking Infant Younger Than 12 Months of Age
  Two non walking infants under the age of 12 months were observed sleeping on nap mats. This was corrected at inspection when the infants were woken from their nap and removed from the nap mat.
  Corrected during the inspection. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.2405(2).
Dec 18, 2024Inspection
1 finding · serious
- SeriousTexas: Medium High
  Infant Care Area Furnishings and Equipment - Crib for Each Non-walking Infant Younger Than 12 Months of Age
  Two non walking infants under the age of 12 months were observed sleeping on nap mats. This was corrected at inspection when the infants were woken from their nap and removed from the nap mat.
  Corrected during the inspection. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.2405(2).
May 24, 2024 to Aug 14, 20248 inspections
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May 21, 2024Complaint investigation
1 finding · serious
- SeriousTexas: Medium
  Written Feeding Instructions - Signed and Dated by Parent or Health-Care Professional
  It was found that a caregiver did not follow an infant's written feeding instructions.
  Corrected Aug 19, 2024, verified Aug 12, 2024. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.2421(a).
May 21, 2024Complaint investigation
1 finding · serious
- SeriousTexas: Medium
  Written Feeding Instructions - Signed and Dated by Parent or Health-Care Professional
  It was found that a caregiver did not follow an infant's written feeding instructions.
  Corrected Aug 19, 2024, verified Aug 12, 2024. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.2421(a).
May 21, 2024Complaint investigation
1 finding · serious
- SeriousTexas: Medium
  Written Feeding Instructions - Signed and Dated by Parent or Health-Care Professional
  It was found that a caregiver did not follow an infant's written feeding instructions.
  Corrected Aug 19, 2024, verified Aug 12, 2024. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.2421(a).
May 21, 2024Complaint investigation
1 finding · serious
- SeriousTexas: Medium
  Written Feeding Instructions - Signed and Dated by Parent or Health-Care Professional
  It was found that a caregiver did not follow an infant's written feeding instructions.
  Corrected Aug 19, 2024, verified Aug 12, 2024. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.2421(a).
Feb 2, 2024Inspection
1 finding · serious
- SeriousTexas: Medium
  Documented Annual Training- Required Content
  Six caregivers were missing required training for hazardous materials.
  Corrected Feb 29, 2024, verified Feb 8, 2024. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.1309(e).
Feb 2, 2024Inspection
1 finding · serious
- SeriousTexas: Medium
  Documented Annual Training- Required Content
  Six caregivers were missing required training for hazardous materials.
  Corrected Feb 29, 2024, verified Feb 8, 2024. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.1309(e).
Feb 2, 2024Inspection
1 finding · serious
- SeriousTexas: Medium
  Documented Annual Training- Required Content
  Six caregivers were missing required training for hazardous materials.
  Corrected Feb 29, 2024, verified Feb 8, 2024. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.1309(e).
Feb 2, 2024Inspection
1 finding · serious
- SeriousTexas: Medium
  Documented Annual Training- Required Content
  Six caregivers were missing required training for hazardous materials.
  Corrected Feb 29, 2024, verified Feb 8, 2024. Technical assistance given. Standard 746.1309(e).

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2023
Feb 23, 2023 to Feb 23, 20234 inspections
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2022
Mar 21, 2022 to Mar 21, 20224 inspections
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- Mar 21, 2022 inspection
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- Mar 21, 2022 inspection
- Mar 21, 2022 inspection

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Compare nearby

Licensed centers in zip 78666, same 36-month window.

Daycare	Ages	Places	Hours	Findings, 36 mo
Smcisd Child Development Center this page	Infant–School	62	7a–5:15p	4 crit·12 ser
A. Washington Child Development Center	Infant–Pre-K	109	7:30a–3p	4 ser
Blanco Vista Eac YMCA	School	85	3p–6:30p	Clear
First Step Inc	Infant–School	71	7:15a–5:30p	4 ser
First Steps To Big Dreams	Infant–Pre-K	42	7a–5:30p	No findings
First United Methodist Day School and Afterschool	Infant–School	92	7:30a–6p	8 crit·4 ser
Giggle and Grow San Marcos	Infant–School	74	6:30a–6p	16 crit·40 ser·4 min

Smcisd Child Development Centerthis page
Infant–School · 62 places4 crit·12 ser
A. Washington Child Development Center
Infant–Pre-K · 109 places4 ser
Blanco Vista Eac YMCA
School · 85 placesClear
First Step Inc
Infant–School · 71 places4 ser
First Steps To Big Dreams
Infant–Pre-K · 42 placesNo findings
First United Methodist Day School and Afterschool
Infant–School · 92 places8 crit·4 ser
Giggle and Grow San Marcos
Infant–School · 74 places16 crit·40 ser·4 min