Registered homeLicensed

Paula Hofen

4 critical, 20 serious findings across 12 visits in the last 36 months. Most recent critical finding: Sep 11, 2025.

3612 Lasker Ave, Waco, TX 76707 · (254) 723-4394

At a glance

Inspection record · 36 monthsWaco licensed centers, n=63

Critical findings4 critical, 20 serious, 0 minor across 12 inspections and 0 investigations (12 visits). Most recent critical: Sep 11, 2025.

Critical4 vs median 12

78% of centers have at least one

Serious20 vs median 20

84% of centers have at least one

LicenseSince 1990Registered

Practical7a–5:30pMon–Fri · Infant to pre-k · Licensed capacity 12

Texas HHSC operation #402238 · last checked against Texas Sep 16, 2026

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Inspection record

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2025
Sep 15, 2025 to Sep 15, 20254 inspections
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- Sep 15, 2025 inspection
- Sep 15, 2025 inspection
- Sep 15, 2025 inspection
- Sep 15, 2025 inspection
Sep 11, 2025Inspection
1 finding · critical
- CriticalTexas: High
  AP Cribs - Only Snug Fitting Sheet and Crib Mattress Cover Allowed if Infant Younger than 12 Months of Age
  A 5 month old infant was observed asleep in their crib with a blanket and two small toys present in the crib. This was corrected at inspection when the caregiver removed the blankets and toys.
  Corrected Sep 11, 2025, verified Sep 15, 2025. Technical assistance given. Standard 747.2315(b).
Sep 11, 2025Inspection
1 finding · critical
- CriticalTexas: High
  AP Cribs - Only Snug Fitting Sheet and Crib Mattress Cover Allowed if Infant Younger than 12 Months of Age
  A 5 month old infant was observed asleep in their crib with a blanket and two small toys present in the crib. This was corrected at inspection when the caregiver removed the blankets and toys.
  Corrected Sep 11, 2025, verified Sep 15, 2025. Technical assistance given. Standard 747.2315(b).
Sep 11, 2025Inspection
1 finding · critical
- CriticalTexas: High
  AP Cribs - Only Snug Fitting Sheet and Crib Mattress Cover Allowed if Infant Younger than 12 Months of Age
  A 5 month old infant was observed asleep in their crib with a blanket and two small toys present in the crib. This was corrected at inspection when the caregiver removed the blankets and toys.
  Corrected Sep 11, 2025, verified Sep 15, 2025. Technical assistance given. Standard 747.2315(b).
Sep 11, 2025Inspection
1 finding · critical
- CriticalTexas: High
  AP Cribs - Only Snug Fitting Sheet and Crib Mattress Cover Allowed if Infant Younger than 12 Months of Age
  A 5 month old infant was observed asleep in their crib with a blanket and two small toys present in the crib. This was corrected at inspection when the caregiver removed the blankets and toys.
  Corrected Sep 11, 2025, verified Sep 15, 2025. Technical assistance given. Standard 747.2315(b).
Jan 23, 2025Inspection
5 findings · serious
- SeriousTexas: Medium
  Primary Caregiver Annual Training -30 Hours Required
  The Provider had completed 3 out of 30 required hours of annual training.
  Corrected Feb 20, 2025, verified Feb 20, 2025. Technical assistance given. Standard 747.1309(a).
- SeriousTexas: Medium
  Written Operational Policies - Promotion of Physical Activity
  The operational policy was observed to not have the following, required sections, included: *Promotion of Active Play *Infant Safe Sleep *Parent Rights
  Corrected Jan 30, 2025, verified Feb 6, 2025. Technical assistance given. Standard 747.501(8).
- SeriousTexas: Medium High
  Pediatric First-Aid and Pediatric CPR Training -skill based and hands on
  The Provider did not have current CPR/First Aid Certification. The Provider's CPR/First Aid expired on 8/25/2024.
  Corrected Feb 6, 2025, verified Feb 6, 2025. Technical assistance given. Standard 747.1313(b).
- SeriousTexas: Medium
  Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days
  There were 2 infants that did not have current infant feeding instructions on file. One's infant feeding form was last updated in 8/2024 and the other infant's form was last updated on 9/16/24.
  Corrected Jan 30, 2025, verified Feb 3, 2025. Technical assistance given. Standard 747.2321(b).
- SeriousTexas: Medium
  Required Immunizations Records, Exceptions, and Exemptions Current
  There were 2 children in care that did not have immunization records on file for review.
  Corrected Feb 6, 2025, verified Feb 3, 2025. Technical assistance given. Standard 747.613(b).
Jan 23, 2025Inspection
5 findings · serious
- SeriousTexas: Medium
  Primary Caregiver Annual Training -30 Hours Required
  The Provider had completed 3 out of 30 required hours of annual training.
  Corrected Feb 20, 2025, verified Feb 20, 2025. Technical assistance given. Standard 747.1309(a).
- SeriousTexas: Medium
  Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days
  There were 2 infants that did not have current infant feeding instructions on file. One's infant feeding form was last updated in 8/2024 and the other infant's form was last updated on 9/16/24.
  Corrected Jan 30, 2025, verified Feb 3, 2025. Technical assistance given. Standard 747.2321(b).
- SeriousTexas: Medium
  Required Immunizations Records, Exceptions, and Exemptions Current
  There were 2 children in care that did not have immunization records on file for review.
  Corrected Feb 6, 2025, verified Feb 3, 2025. Technical assistance given. Standard 747.613(b).
- SeriousTexas: Medium
  Written Operational Policies - Promotion of Physical Activity
  The operational policy was observed to not have the following, required sections, included: *Promotion of Active Play *Infant Safe Sleep *Parent Rights
  Corrected Jan 30, 2025, verified Feb 6, 2025. Technical assistance given. Standard 747.501(8).
- SeriousTexas: Medium High
  Pediatric First-Aid and Pediatric CPR Training -skill based and hands on
  The Provider did not have current CPR/First Aid Certification. The Provider's CPR/First Aid expired on 8/25/2024.
  Corrected Feb 6, 2025, verified Feb 6, 2025. Technical assistance given. Standard 747.1313(b).
Jan 23, 2025Inspection
5 findings · serious
- SeriousTexas: Medium
  Written Operational Policies - Promotion of Physical Activity
  The operational policy was observed to not have the following, required sections, included: *Promotion of Active Play *Infant Safe Sleep *Parent Rights
  Corrected Jan 30, 2025, verified Feb 6, 2025. Technical assistance given. Standard 747.501(8).
- SeriousTexas: Medium High
  Pediatric First-Aid and Pediatric CPR Training -skill based and hands on
  The Provider did not have current CPR/First Aid Certification. The Provider's CPR/First Aid expired on 8/25/2024.
  Corrected Feb 6, 2025, verified Feb 6, 2025. Technical assistance given. Standard 747.1313(b).
- SeriousTexas: Medium
  Primary Caregiver Annual Training -30 Hours Required
  The Provider had completed 3 out of 30 required hours of annual training.
  Corrected Feb 20, 2025, verified Feb 20, 2025. Technical assistance given. Standard 747.1309(a).
- SeriousTexas: Medium
  Required Immunizations Records, Exceptions, and Exemptions Current
  There were 2 children in care that did not have immunization records on file for review.
  Corrected Feb 6, 2025, verified Feb 3, 2025. Technical assistance given. Standard 747.613(b).
- SeriousTexas: Medium
  Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days
  There were 2 infants that did not have current infant feeding instructions on file. One's infant feeding form was last updated in 8/2024 and the other infant's form was last updated on 9/16/24.
  Corrected Jan 30, 2025, verified Feb 3, 2025. Technical assistance given. Standard 747.2321(b).
Jan 23, 2025Inspection
5 findings · serious
- SeriousTexas: Medium
  Required Immunizations Records, Exceptions, and Exemptions Current
  There were 2 children in care that did not have immunization records on file for review.
  Corrected Feb 6, 2025, verified Feb 3, 2025. Technical assistance given. Standard 747.613(b).
- SeriousTexas: Medium
  Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days
  There were 2 infants that did not have current infant feeding instructions on file. One's infant feeding form was last updated in 8/2024 and the other infant's form was last updated on 9/16/24.
  Corrected Jan 30, 2025, verified Feb 3, 2025. Technical assistance given. Standard 747.2321(b).
- SeriousTexas: Medium High
  Pediatric First-Aid and Pediatric CPR Training -skill based and hands on
  The Provider did not have current CPR/First Aid Certification. The Provider's CPR/First Aid expired on 8/25/2024.
  Corrected Feb 6, 2025, verified Feb 6, 2025. Technical assistance given. Standard 747.1313(b).
- SeriousTexas: Medium
  Written Operational Policies - Promotion of Physical Activity
  The operational policy was observed to not have the following, required sections, included: *Promotion of Active Play *Infant Safe Sleep *Parent Rights
  Corrected Jan 30, 2025, verified Feb 6, 2025. Technical assistance given. Standard 747.501(8).
- SeriousTexas: Medium
  Primary Caregiver Annual Training -30 Hours Required
  The Provider had completed 3 out of 30 required hours of annual training.
  Corrected Feb 20, 2025, verified Feb 20, 2025. Technical assistance given. Standard 747.1309(a).

Show 4 older visits, not counted above

2023
Jan 5, 2023Inspection
1 finding · critical
- CriticalTexas: High
  Safety Requirements for Active Play Equipment - No Pinch, Crush, or Shear Points
  One riding toy was observed to be in disrepair exposing springs, posing a pinching hazard. The homeowner will remove the equipment before children are allowed access to the area.
  Corrected Jan 13, 2023, verified Jan 5, 2023. Technical assistance given. Standard 747.4401(7).
Jan 5, 2023Inspection
1 finding · critical
- CriticalTexas: High
  Safety Requirements for Active Play Equipment - No Pinch, Crush, or Shear Points
  One riding toy was observed to be in disrepair exposing springs, posing a pinching hazard. The homeowner will remove the equipment before children are allowed access to the area.
  Corrected Jan 13, 2023, verified Jan 5, 2023. Technical assistance given. Standard 747.4401(7).
Jan 5, 2023Inspection
1 finding · critical
- CriticalTexas: High
  Safety Requirements for Active Play Equipment - No Pinch, Crush, or Shear Points
  One riding toy was observed to be in disrepair exposing springs, posing a pinching hazard. The homeowner will remove the equipment before children are allowed access to the area.
  Corrected Jan 13, 2023, verified Jan 5, 2023. Technical assistance given. Standard 747.4401(7).
Jan 5, 2023Inspection
1 finding · critical
- CriticalTexas: High
  Safety Requirements for Active Play Equipment - No Pinch, Crush, or Shear Points
  One riding toy was observed to be in disrepair exposing springs, posing a pinching hazard. The homeowner will remove the equipment before children are allowed access to the area.
  Corrected Jan 13, 2023, verified Jan 5, 2023. Technical assistance given. Standard 747.4401(7).

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