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Because We Care Learning Academy 2

903 Mlk Jr, Copperas Cove, TX 76522 · Coryell County
Accepts child care subsidies

Because We Care Learning Academy 2 is a licensed child care center in Copperas Cove, TX, licensed for up to 105 children and serving infants through school-age children. It has held its Texas license since 2019. Since October 2021, state inspectors have visited 21 times and investigated 11 reports. Inspectors recorded 33 citations, 6 of them high-risk, most often for building & playground safety (10 of 33). 5 citations came in the last 12 months. 18% were corrected during the inspection itself. Its last 3 inspections found no violations. Measured by risk-weighted citations per inspection, it is #16 of 20 centers in Copperas Cove and better than 15% of licensed centers statewide.

Inspection record

Better than 15%of 9,147 Texas licensed centers, comparing risk-weighted citations per inspection. More citations than most
#16 of 20 centers in Copperas Cove
6High risk
17Medium High risk
8Medium risk
1Medium Low risk
1Low risk
33 citations from 21 inspections and 10 reports since Oct 1, 2021 · 5 in the last 12 months · last inspected Jun 26, 2026

Every state visit

20222023202420252026INSPECTIONS (top) · REPORTS & INVESTIGATIONS (bottom)Jun 26, 2026 · Inspection · no citationJun 25, 2026 · Report/investigation · no citationJun 18, 2026 · Inspection · no citationJun 16, 2026 · Report/investigation · no citationApr 24, 2026 · Inspection · no citationApr 13, 2026 · Inspection · citation foundMar 30, 2026 · Report/investigation · citation foundAug 29, 2025 · Inspection · no citationJul 22, 2025 · Inspection · citation foundMay 22, 2025 · Inspection · no citationMay 21, 2025 · Report/investigation · no citationApr 30, 2025 · Report/investigation · no citationApr 14, 2025 · Inspection · no citationMar 25, 2025 · Inspection · citation foundMar 7, 2025 · Report/investigation · no citationAug 7, 2024 · Inspection · no citationJan 30, 2024 · Inspection · no citationJan 22, 2024 · Report/investigation · no citationJan 18, 2024 · Report/investigation · no citationAug 8, 2023 · Inspection · citation foundFeb 10, 2023 · Inspection · no citationJan 26, 2023 · Inspection · citation foundOct 19, 2022 · Inspection · citation foundOct 10, 2022 · Inspection · no citationSep 2, 2022 · Assessment · citation foundAug 15, 2022 · Report/investigation · citation foundAug 8, 2022 · Inspection · citation foundMay 12, 2022 · Inspection · no citationApr 28, 2022 · Inspection · citation foundApr 28, 2022 · Report/investigation · no citationApr 14, 2022 · Report/investigation · no citationDec 16, 2021 · Inspection · no citationNov 2, 2021 · Inspection · no citation
Citation foundNo citation

What inspectors cited most

Building & playground safety10
Training & qualifications6
Health & medication6
Records & paperwork3
Staff ratios2
Sleep safety2
Other standards1
Food & feeding1
Child protection1
Caregiver conduct1

Citations, newest first

Medium HighApr 13, 2026InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Safety - Electrical Outlets Covered §746.3701(1)
An electrical outlet was observed without a safety cover in the 3 year old room. This was corrected at the inspection when the caregiver placed a safety cover in the outlet.
Corrected during the visit
Medium HighApr 13, 2026InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment §746.3407
During the inspection, dust build up was observed on the fans in the classroom. There was a hole observed on the playground area that is a tripping hazard.
Correction verified Apr 24, 2026
MediumApr 13, 2026InspectionRecords & paperwork
Children's Records Maintained §746.603(a)
1 of the children files reviewed did not have updated shot records. 1 of the children files reviewed did not have a signature from the center designee. This was corrected at the inspection when the director signed the child files and was provided the updated shot records from the parent of the child.
Corrected during the visit
Medium HighApr 13, 2026InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Six Inches if Equipment 5 Ft or Less §746.4907(a)(1)
There was not at least 6 inches of loose fill around the playground area.
Correction verified Apr 14, 2026
Medium HighMar 30, 2026Found during an investigationStaff ratios
Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children §746.1601
During the inspection, the classroom with a specified age range of 12 to 17 months was over ratio by one child. This was corrected at the inspection when the caregivers moved one child to the younger infants room.
Correction verified Apr 24, 2026
MediumJul 22, 2025InspectionOther standards
Screen Time Activities - Not Used for Under Two §746.2207(a)
An infant was observed engaged in screen time.
Correction verified Aug 29, 2025
Medium HighJul 22, 2025InspectionTraining & qualifications
Documented Annual Training - Caregivers of Children Under 24 Months Required §746.1309(d)
The infant caregiver did not have SIDS or shaken baby syndrome training.
Correction verified Aug 15, 2025
Medium HighJul 22, 2025InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Empty Water Play Tables, Sanitize Water Play Toys, Wash Hands Before Using §746.3407(6)
There were three water tables with standing water observed on the playground. This was corrected at the inspection when the caregiver emptied the standing water.
Corrected during the visit
Medium HighMar 25, 2025InspectionHealth & medication
Diaper Changing Equipment - Smooth, Non-absorbent, Easy to Clean Surface §746.3503(a)
The diaper changing table in classroom one was observed to have holes in the material.
Correction verified Apr 14, 2025
HighMar 25, 2025InspectionFood & feeding
Mark Cleaning Supplies, Toxic Materials; Keep Separate from Food and Inaccessible to Children §746.3407(12)
There was a bottle of cleaning solution accessible to children on the changing table in classroom one. This was corrected at the inspection when the caregiver placed the bottle out of the reach of the children.
Correction verified Apr 14, 2025
Medium HighMar 25, 2025InspectionSleep safety
Safety Requirements for Cribs - Snug Fitting, Firm, Flat Mattress Designed for Use in Crib §746.2409(a)(1)
The crib mat in use with the crib is not firm and there are no tight fitted sheets.
Correction verified Apr 14, 2025
Medium HighAug 8, 2023InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Annual Fire Inspection - Conducted by Fire Marshal §746.5101(b)
During the inspection it was found that the annual fire inspection has not been conducted since 05/18/2022.
Correction verified Sep 1, 2023
Medium HighJan 26, 2023InspectionHealth & medication
Employee Handwashing After Diapering a Child §746.3415(4)
A caregiver did not wash their hands after changing a child's diaper.
Correction verified Feb 10, 2023
Medium HighJan 26, 2023InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Safety - Electrical Outlets Covered §746.3701(1)
During the inspection there were 3 plugs in the room with children aged 2-3 years that did not contain a safety cover. This was corrected at the inspection when the caregiver placed safety covers in the outlets.
Corrected during the visit
Medium LowJan 26, 2023InspectionTraining & qualifications
Documentation of Training Requirements - Original Training Certification Card or Letter in each Employee's personnel record §746.1329(a)
4 out of the 4 staff records reviewed did not contain the original training certificates.
Correction verified Feb 10, 2023
Medium HighJan 26, 2023InspectionHealth & medication
Children Handwashing After Toileting or Diapering §746.3417(3)
A child did not wash their hands after receiving a diaper change.
Correction verified Feb 10, 2023
LowJan 26, 2023InspectionStaff ratios
Required Health Statement - Written, dated within past year, indicates child is physically able to participate in operation's child-care program §746.611(a)(1)
6 of the 10 children records reviewed did not contain health statements.
Correction verified Feb 10, 2023
Medium HighJan 26, 2023InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment §746.3407
During the inspection, there was dust build up on the vents and fans of the facility.
Correction verified Feb 10, 2023
Medium HighOct 19, 2022InspectionHealth & medication
Diapering Procedures-Soiled Diapers Kept in a Sanitary Manner §746.3505(f)
Observed a dirty pull up in a trashcan in the bathroom that did not have a covered lid. This was corrected when the pull up was taken out of the trashcan without the lid.
Corrected during the visit
MediumSep 2, 2022InspectionTraining & qualifications
Director Annual Training - Additional required topics §746.1311(e)
The Director was missing three out of the five required training content courses.
Correction verified Sep 13, 2022
HighSep 2, 2022InspectionRecords & paperwork
Policies Comply with Rules §746.201(1)
The operational policies were missing several required sections.
Correction verified Sep 13, 2022
MediumSep 2, 2022InspectionHealth & medication
Children's Records - Immunizations §746.603(a)(4)
Out of ten children's records reviewed, four records were missing complete immunizations.
Correction verified Sep 13, 2022
MediumSep 2, 2022InspectionTraining & qualifications
Documented Annual Training- Required Content §746.1309(e)
Out of ten staff records reviewed, one caregiver was missing three out of the five required content training courses.
Correction verified Sep 13, 2022
HighAug 15, 2022Found during an investigationChild protection
AP Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Ensure No Child Abused, Neglected, or Exploited §746.1201(4)
Based on information obtained through an investigation, there was sufficient evidence to find a child was abused while in care.
Correction verified Oct 19, 2022
HighAug 15, 2022Found during an investigationCaregiver conduct
Prohibited Punishments - No Harsh, Cruel or Unusual §746.2805
During the course of the investigation, it was found a child in care sustained injuries caused by two caregivers.
Correction verified Oct 19, 2022
Medium HighAug 8, 2022InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Measurement of Use Zone for Rotating and Rocking Equipment - No Overlap §746.4813(c)
Use zones were observed to be overlapping.
Correction verified Oct 10, 2022
Medium HighAug 8, 2022InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Safety - Electrical Outlets Covered §746.3701(1)
Outlets were observed to be uncovered in classrooms with children younger than five years of age. This was corrected at inspection, as the outlets were covered.
Corrected during the visit
HighAug 8, 2022InspectionRecords & paperwork
Policies Comply with Rules §746.201(1)
The operational policies were missing several required sections.
Correction verified Sep 2, 2022
MediumAug 8, 2022InspectionHealth & medication
Children's Records - Immunizations §746.603(a)(4)
Out of ten children's records reviewed, four records were missing complete immunizations.
Correction verified Sep 2, 2022
MediumAug 8, 2022InspectionTraining & qualifications
Documented Annual Training- Required Content §746.1309(e)
Out of ten staff records reviewed, one caregiver was missing three out of the five required content training courses.
Correction verified Sep 2, 2022
Medium HighAug 8, 2022InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Six Inches if Equipment 5 Ft or Less §746.4907(a)(1)
The operation did not have six inches of loose fill in the required play areas.
Correction verified Oct 10, 2022
MediumAug 8, 2022InspectionTraining & qualifications
Director Annual Training - Additional required topics §746.1311(e)
The Director was missing three out of the five required training content courses.
Correction verified Sep 2, 2022
HighApr 28, 2022InspectionSleep safety
AP Infants Sleep on Backs or Must Have Completed and Signed Sleep Exception Form for the Infant §746.2427
A five month old infant was observed sleeping on the floor on a Boppy pillow with a blanket and a soft plush toy. This was corrected at inspection, as the infant was no longer sleeping on the Boppy pillow.
Correction verified May 12, 2022

About this center

Licensed capacity105 children
Ages servedInfant, Toddler, Pre-Kindergarten, School
Hours05:30 AM-06:00 PM
DaysMon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
Licensed sinceFeb 1, 2019
DirectorSavanna Benoit
Phone2545186777
State operation #1680041

Common questions

Does Because We Care Learning Academy 2 take infants?

Yes. Texas licenses it to care for infants through school-age children.

What are Because We Care Learning Academy 2’s hours?

5:30 AM to 6 PM, Monday through Friday, according to its state licensing record. Confirm holiday and summer hours with the center.

Does Because We Care Learning Academy 2 accept child care subsidies?

Yes, according to its state licensing record.

Has Because We Care Learning Academy 2 had any serious violations?

Inspectors recorded 6 high-risk citations since 2021. The most recent was on Mar 25, 2025: “Mark Cleaning Supplies, Toxic Materials; Keep Separate from Food and Inaccessible to Children.” Each one is listed in full above.

How does Because We Care Learning Academy 2 compare with other daycares in Copperas Cove?

It is #16 of 20 centers in Copperas Cove by risk-weighted citations per inspection, and is better than 15% of licensed centers statewide (out of 9,147 Texas centers with enough inspection history).

When was Because We Care Learning Academy 2 last inspected?

Jun 26, 2026. No violations were found during that visit.

Licensed centers nearby

Citations are quoted from Texas HHS inspection records. Many are corrected the same day, and a citation is a finding about one rule, not a judgment about a center overall.

To see the official record, search operation 1680041 on Search Texas Child Care. Data refreshed Sep 30, 2026.