Kiddie Korral Learning Center
8165 Gladys Ave, Beaumont, TX 77706 · Jefferson County
5 high-risk citations in last 12 months
Kiddie Korral Learning Center is a licensed child care center in Beaumont, TX, licensed for up to 51 children and serving infants through school-age children. It has held its Texas license since 2002. Since October 2021, state inspectors have visited 9 times and investigated 1 report. Inspectors recorded 27 citations, 6 of them high-risk, most often for training & qualifications (6 of 27). 19 citations came in the last 12 months, including 5 high-risk. 11% were corrected during the inspection itself. Measured by risk-weighted citations per inspection, it is tied for #35 of 38 centers in Beaumont and better than 1% of licensed centers statewide.
Inspection record
Better than 1%of 9,147 Texas licensed centers, comparing risk-weighted citations per inspection. Among the most cited
Tied for #35 of 38 centers in Beaumont
6High risk
14Medium High risk
6Medium risk
1Medium Low risk
0Low risk
27 citations from 9 inspections and 1 reports since Oct 1, 2021 · 19 in the last 12 months · last inspected Sep 25, 2026
Every state visit
Citation foundNo citation
What inspectors cited most
Training & qualifications6
Building & playground safety5
Supervision4
Sleep safety3
Staff ratios2
Health & medication2
Records & paperwork2
Other standards1
Food & feeding1
Transportation1
Citations, newest first
Medium HighSep 9, 2026InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Floors, ceilings and Walls in Good Repair and Clean §746.3407(9)
The border in the preschool classroom was observed missing. Note: A photo was taken.
Correction verified Sep 25, 2026
Medium HighSep 9, 2026InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Infant Care Area Furnishings and Equipment -Use of Safety Straps §746.2407
Six infants in the infant two classroom were observed seated in feeding booster seats and a high chair without the required straps.
Correction verified Sep 25, 2026
HighSep 9, 2026InspectionSupervision
Supervision ensures each child’s safety, well-being, including physical proximity and auditory or visual awareness of each child’s on going activity §746.1205(a)(4)
Seven children in the infant two classroom were observed unsupervised. Note: This was corrected during the inspection.
Corrected during the visit
Medium HighSep 9, 2026InspectionSupervision
Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know children's names and ages §746.1205(a)(3)
The infant two caregiver was unable to provide exact ages for the children in care.
Correction verified Sep 25, 2026
HighAug 18, 2026InspectionSleep safety
AP Cribs - Only Snug Fitting Sheet and Crib Mattress Cover Allowed if Infant Younger than 12 Months of Age §746.2415(b)
A three month old infant was observed in a bouncy chair located inside of the crib. Note: A photo was taken.
Correction verified Sep 9, 2026
Medium HighAug 18, 2026InspectionSupervision
Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know children's names and ages §746.1205(a)(3)
The infant caregiver was unable to provide the ages of the four infants in care.
Correction verified Sep 9, 2026
Medium HighAug 18, 2026InspectionSleep safety
Arrangement of Napping Equipment -Provides Sufficient Walking and Work Space §746.2909(3)
The preschool classrooms napping equipment did not provide sufficient walking space for the caregiver causing them to walk on the mats.
Correction verified Sep 9, 2026
Medium HighAug 18, 2026InspectionOther standards
Personal use of electronic devices, such as cell phones, MP3 players, tablets, and video games §746.1203(3)(D)
The infant caregiver was observed using a personal cell phone with four infants in care. The toddler caregiver was observed using a personal cell phone with three toddlers in care.
Correction verified Sep 9, 2026
AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation §745.641
The toddler caregiver was observed in a classroom with three children without receiving the required background check results.
Correction verified Sep 9, 2026
MediumAug 18, 2026InspectionTraining & qualifications
Furnishings and Equipment for Toddlers - Never Allow Toddlers to Sleep or Walk With Bottles and Training Cups §746.2505(4)(C)
A 18 month old was observed sleeping with a training cup inside the crib. Note: A photo was taken.
Correction verified Sep 9, 2026
HighAug 18, 2026InspectionSleep safety
Infant May Not Sleep in a Restrictive Device §746.2426(a)(1)
A three month old infant was observed sleeping in a bouncy seat. Note: A photo was taken.
Correction verified Sep 9, 2026
MediumAug 4, 2026InspectionFood & feeding
Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days §746.2421(b)
A nine month old infant did not have the required written feeding instructions.
Correction verified Aug 6, 2026
Medium HighAug 4, 2026InspectionHealth & medication
Diapering Procedures-Soiled Diapers Kept in a Sanitary Manner §746.3505(f)
A soiled diaper was observed on top of the changing table. Note: A photo was taken and this was corrected during the inspection.
Corrected during the visit
Medium HighAug 4, 2026InspectionSupervision
Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know children's names and ages §746.1205(a)(3)
The infant caregiver was unable to provide the infant ages.
Correction verified Aug 18, 2026
Medium HighAug 4, 2026InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Proper Depth Maintained §746.4907(d)
The surfacing beneath the swings did not meet the required depth of 9 inches.
Correction verified Aug 18, 2026
Medium HighAug 4, 2026InspectionHealth & medication
Diaper Changing Equipment - Smooth, Non-absorbent, Easy to Clean Surface §746.3503(a)
The changing mat located in the infant classroom was observed with tears. Note: A photo was taken and this was replaced during the inspection.
Corrected during the visit
AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation §745.641
The toddler caregiver was observed in a classroom with seven children without receiving the required background check results.
Correction verified Aug 18, 2026
MediumAug 4, 2026InspectionTraining & qualifications
Furnishings and Equipment for Toddlers - Never Allow Toddlers to Sleep or Walk With Bottles and Training Cups §746.2505(4)(C)
A 18 month old was observed sleeping with a training cup inside the crib. Note: A photo was taken.
Correction verified Aug 18, 2026
Medium HighAug 4, 2026InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Safety - Play Materials and Equipment Safe §746.3701(5)
The playground climbing structure was observed with a cracked look out dome. Note: A photo was taken.
Correction verified Aug 18, 2026
MediumAug 12, 2025InspectionTraining & qualifications
Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Personnel and Training Records §746.801(3)
One caregiver did not have a personnel record available.
Correction verified Aug 19, 2025
Medium HighAug 12, 2025InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Active Play Surfacing In Use Zones - Loose Fill or Unitary Surfacing §746.4901(a)
The loose fill on the playground was not at the proper depth. A picture was taken.
Correction verified Aug 19, 2025
MediumAug 12, 2025InspectionTraining & qualifications
Documented Annual Training Area - 24 Hours Required §746.1309(a)
One caregiver was lacking 11 hours of annual training for the training year 3/2024-3/2025.
Correction verified Aug 19, 2025
Medium HighAug 22, 2024InspectionTraining & qualifications
Documented Annual Training - Caregivers of Children Under 24 Months Required §746.1309(d)
One caregiver was lacking current training for children under 24 months of age. The caregiver works in the infant room.
Correction verified Aug 23, 2024
Medium HighSep 19, 2023InspectionTraining & qualifications
Director Annual Training - Caring for children under 24 months §746.1311(d)
The Director was lacking current training for children under 24 months of age. The operation cares for children under 24 months of age.
Correction verified Sep 19, 2023
MediumSep 19, 2023InspectionRecords & paperwork
Required Personnel Records- Meets Requirements §746.901(2)
One personnel record was lacking documentation for educational requirements.
Correction verified Sep 29, 2023
Medium LowSep 19, 2023InspectionRecords & paperwork
Required Personnel Records - Required Affidavit §746.901(4)
One personnel record was lacking a notarized affidavit.
Correction verified Oct 26, 2023
HighSep 21, 2022InspectionTransportation
Required Equipment in Vehicles - Fire Extinguisher §746.5617(a)(5)
The fire extinguisher in the operation's van was not secure.
Correction verified Sep 23, 2022
About this center
Licensed capacity51 children
Ages servedInfant, Toddler, Pre-Kindergarten, School
Hours06:30 AM-06:30 PM
DaysMon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
Licensed sinceMay 24, 2002
DirectorMichelle Schwartz
Phone4098993827
State operation #812509
Common questions
Does Kiddie Korral Learning Center take infants?
Yes. Texas licenses it to care for infants through school-age children.
What are Kiddie Korral Learning Center’s hours?
6:30 AM to 6:30 PM, Monday through Friday, according to its state licensing record. Confirm holiday and summer hours with the center.
Does Kiddie Korral Learning Center accept child care subsidies?
Not according to its state licensing record. Ask the center directly, since participation can change.
How much does Kiddie Korral Learning Center cost?
Texas does not publish individual centers’ prices, so ask Kiddie Korral Learning Center for its current tuition. For comparison, the median full-day price at licensed centers in the Southeast Texas area, which includes Beaumont, is $28.60 a day for infants, $27.80 a day for toddlers and $27.00 a day for 3-year-olds (2025 Texas Child Care Market Rate Survey).
Has Kiddie Korral Learning Center had any serious violations?
Inspectors recorded 6 high-risk citations since 2021. The most recent was on Sep 9, 2026: “Supervision ensures each child’s safety, well-being, including physical proximity and auditory or visual awareness of each child’s on going activity.” Each one is listed in full above.
How does Kiddie Korral Learning Center compare with other daycares in Beaumont?
It is tied for #35 of 38 centers in Beaumont by risk-weighted citations per inspection, and is better than 1% of licensed centers statewide (out of 9,147 Texas centers with enough inspection history).
When was Kiddie Korral Learning Center last inspected?
Sep 25, 2026. No violations were found during that visit.
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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 812509 on Search Texas Child Care. Data refreshed Sep 30, 2026.