Kidz First Learning Academy
Kidz First Learning Academy is a licensed child care center in Athens, TX, licensed for up to 115 children and serving infants through school-age children. It has held its Texas license since 2017. Since October 2021, state inspectors have visited 29 times and investigated 10 reports. Inspectors recorded 54 citations, 14 of them high-risk, most often for training & qualifications (8 of 54). 6 citations came in the last 12 months, including 1 high-risk. 6% were corrected during the inspection itself. Measured by risk-weighted citations per inspection, it is #5 of 7 centers in Athens and better than 8% of licensed centers statewide.
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The operation was not able to provide the operational policies for review.
While serving morning snack, it was observed that the food was being placed directly on the table and not on a plate, napkin, or other sanitary manner. This was corrected when the caregivers gave each child a napkin to place their food on.
The director did not have current CPR training.
While reviewing immunization records, 1 child did not have an immunization record in their file.
This standard was reviewed during an investigation and found deficient. There is evidence to support that multiple children are being buckled in the same seatbelt.
This standard was reviewed during an investigation and found deficient. There is evidence to support that young children are being placed in the front seat during transportation to the operation.
While reviewing files, 9 children files did not have a health statement.
While reviewing personnel files, 2 caregivers did not have current CPR/First Aid training.
The operation did not have the licenses posted.
While doing a walk through, one caregiver was supervising 14 children aged 12 months-2 on the playground. This was corrected when a second caregiver joined the caregiver on the playground.
While doing a walk through of the operation, a caregiver walked off the playground to go potty leaving a group of children unsupervised. This was corrected when the director stepped outside with the children.
While reviewing children's files for the HASA, 2 children did not have updated immunizations.
While reviewing the director's file, there were only 17 of the required 30 hours availbale for review.
A crib sheet was observed to be loose fitting and bundled up when an infant was sleeping. This was discussed with the caregivers and corrected at inspection.
The HASA was conducted and one caregiver had an expired CPR and First Aid certification.
The HASA was conducted and the grounds checklist has not been conducted in the last 3 months.
During inspection there was a container of lysol wipes and hand sanitizer on the shelf within the reach of the children.
During inspection it was observed that the children were eating their breakfast upon arrival and watching television.
There were no activity plans posted in the classrooms.
During inspection a caregiver walked out of the breakfast area leaving 4 children alone to switch places with a caregiver outside.
A piece of equipment that bounces did not have the proper depth of loose fill around and under it as required.
During follow up inspection, 1 infant was observed in a restrictive device for 50 minutes.
During follow up inspection, 1 infant was observed unbuckled in the highchair table.
During POA inspection, the infant caregivers did not know the information for 1 infant they were responsible for.
During POA inspection, the infant feeding sheets were not updated. One bottle fed infant did not have an infant feeding sheet.
The operation was closed 1/31/23 - 2/3/23 due to weather and did not notify CCR.
During POA inspection, 1 infant was observed unbuckled in the highchair table.
During inspection, three bottle fed infants did not have updated feeding instruction sheets.
During inspection, two classes were out of ratio. The two year old class was out of ratio by one child. The three year old class was out of ratio by three.
One non-exempt caregiver with no previous training was counted in ratio before having the required 8 hours of training.
During inspection, an infant was observed sleeping in a restrictive device. The operation allowed a 6 week old infant asleep in a swing. During inspection on 11/30/2022, I observed a 6 week old asleep in a swing. Picture was taken showing the swing and sleeping infant. After I discussed Minimum Standard 746.2426 with the infant caregivers and director, the child was removed during inspection on 11/30/2022. An Administrative Penalty in the amount of 100% of the daily maximum per HRC 42.078(a-2) is being recommended for one day. Impose an Administrative Penalty in the amount of 100% of the daily maximum per statute, HRC ?42.078(a-2) and determine the appropriateness of requesting a risk analysis and/or imposing additional enforcement actions, including corrective or adverse action.
During inspection, 6 records were reviewed and 2 were missing updated immunization records.
During inspection, 6 staff records were reviewed and not maintained.
During inspection the emergency drills and detector monitoring was unavailable.
During inspection, 6 records were reviewed and not maintained.
During inspection, 6 staff records were reviewed and not maintained.
During inspection, 3 diaper changes were observed and all 3 did not wash the infants hands.
During inspection, a 3 year old child was observed alone and unsupervised in the bathroom. CCR Inspector returned child to teacher. Teacher advised they were not aware child was gone.
During inspection the emergency drills and detector monitoring was unavailable.
A follow up was conducted. A caregiver was present supervising children alone and did not have an eligible status to be present.
During inspection at naptime, it was observed 1 caregiver was supervising 3 areas of children. 1 classroom had 12 children ages 3 yrs - 5rs napping. 1 classroom had 14 children ages 1 yr - 2 yrs napping with the door closed and no teacher inside the room. The open area had 4 children ages 7yrs - 9yrs resting.
During inspection, 1 infant was observed asleep in a swing. 2 infants were observed in the high chair table unstrapped. 2 infants were in highchairs unstrapped. TA was provided and the infants were removed from the restrictive devices.
During inspection, 2 infants were observed unstrapped in the high chair table.
The operation allowed a newly hired staff member to be present at the operation before receiving notice from the CBCU regarding the person's eligibility. Another citation related to background checks within the next 6 months may result in a penalty. Another citation related to background checks within the next 6 months may result in an additional penalty and other enforcement actions. An Administrative penalty in the amount of 100% of the daily maximum, per HRC 42.078(a-2) will be recommended as a result of this citation.
This standard was reviewed in relation to the reported allegation and found to be deficient. Caregivers advised that children are strapped into high chairs while other tasks, such as diapering other children, are conducted.
This Minimum Standard was found to be out of compliance while reviewing video footage. The operation did not follow their activity plan when they had children watching television for 2.5 hours and had a toddler restricted in a high chair for 2.5 hours.
This standard was found to out of compliance when reviewing video footage. It was found that the operation's caregivers did not demonstrate good judgment when they left a toddler in a high chair for 2 and a half hours during the morning.
While reviewing video footage it was found that the operation kept their television on for 2 and a half hours in the morning with children.
While reviewing video footage it was found that caregivers were not sanitizing the diaper changing mat after use.
This Standard was found to be out of compliance while reviewing video footage. Video shows that a child was left sleeping in a restrictive device.
While reviewing video footage it was found that caregivers were not washing their hands after diaper changes. The caregivers were also not cleaning the infants hands either.
Three infant feeding instructions were not up to date.
Four staff records were reviewed and all four need required training related to health and safety.
An electrical outlet did not have a cover and a cover was found and put in during inspection.
About this center
Common questions
Does Kidz First Learning Academy take infants?
Yes. Texas licenses it to care for infants through school-age children.
What are Kidz First Learning Academy’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 Kidz First Learning Academy accept child care subsidies?
Yes, according to its state licensing record.
Has Kidz First Learning Academy had any serious violations?
Inspectors recorded 14 high-risk citations since 2021. The most recent was on Feb 17, 2026: “Required Immunizations.” Each one is listed in full above.
How does Kidz First Learning Academy compare with other daycares in Athens?
It is #5 of 7 centers in Athens by risk-weighted citations per inspection, and is better than 8% of licensed centers statewide (out of 9,147 Texas centers with enough inspection history).
When was Kidz First Learning Academy last inspected?
Feb 17, 2026. Inspectors cited at least one rule 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 1649832 on Search Texas Child Care. Data refreshed Sep 30, 2026.