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LIFE Kidz Academy

1006 Old Austin Hutto Rd, Pflugerville, TX 78660 · Travis County
1 high-risk citation in last 12 months

LIFE Kidz Academy is a licensed child care center in Pflugerville, TX, licensed for up to 100 children and serving infants through school-age children. It has held its Texas license since 2019. Since October 2021, state inspectors have visited 20 times and investigated 6 reports. Inspectors recorded 34 citations, 11 of them high-risk, most often for health & medication (6 of 34). 10 citations came in the last 12 months, including 1 high-risk. 29% were corrected during the inspection itself. Its last 2 inspections found no violations. Measured by risk-weighted citations per inspection, it is tied for #39 of 42 centers in Pflugerville and better than 8% of licensed centers statewide.

Inspection record

Better than 8%of 9,147 Texas licensed centers, comparing risk-weighted citations per inspection. Among the most cited
Tied for #39 of 42 centers in Pflugerville
11High risk
18Medium High risk
4Medium risk
1Medium Low risk
0Low risk
34 citations from 20 inspections and 6 reports since Oct 1, 2021 · 10 in the last 12 months · last inspected Sep 30, 2026

Every state visit

20222023202420252026INSPECTIONS (top) · REPORTS & INVESTIGATIONS (bottom)Sep 30, 2026 · Inspection · no citationJun 4, 2026 · Inspection · no citationMay 6, 2026 · Inspection · citation foundJan 20, 2026 · Inspection · citation foundNov 5, 2025 · Inspection · no citationAug 28, 2025 · Report/investigation · citation foundJan 29, 2025 · Inspection · citation foundDec 12, 2024 · Inspection · no citationDec 10, 2024 · Report/investigation · no citationOct 7, 2024 · Inspection · no citationAug 6, 2024 · Inspection · no citationAug 2, 2024 · Report/investigation · citation foundFeb 29, 2024 · Inspection · no citationNov 8, 2023 · Inspection · no citationMar 3, 2023 · Inspection · citation foundFeb 13, 2023 · Inspection · no citationJan 6, 2023 · Inspection · citation foundJan 5, 2023 · Report/investigation · citation foundAug 15, 2022 · Inspection · no citationJul 27, 2022 · Inspection · citation foundMar 30, 2022 · Inspection · no citationMar 8, 2022 · Inspection · no citationFeb 22, 2022 · Inspection · citation foundFeb 18, 2022 · Report/investigation · citation foundFeb 10, 2022 · Report/investigation · citation foundDec 17, 2021 · Inspection · citation found
Citation foundNo citation

What inspectors cited most

Health & medication6
Sleep safety5
Building & playground safety4
Training & qualifications4
Other standards3
Supervision3
Caregiver conduct3
Food & feeding2
Records & paperwork2
Child protection1
Staff ratios1

Citations, newest first

Medium HighMay 6, 2026InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Measurement of Use Zone for Swings - in Front and Rear §746.4807(a)
The swing set measured 7 feet tall and was 5.5 ft from the fence and is required to be 14 feet use zone from the fence. The swing set also has swinging rings attached which are prohibited equipment.
Correction verified Jun 4, 2026
Medium HighMay 6, 2026InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment §746.3407
At the time of the inspection, the playground had garbage littered across the ground. This was brought into compliance when the garbage was picked up during the inspection.
Corrected during the visit
Medium HighMay 6, 2026InspectionFood & feeding
Requirements for Feeding Infants - Label Bottles/Cups §746.2419(6)
Bottles in the infant classroom were not labeled with the child's name.
Corrected during the visit
MediumMay 6, 2026InspectionOther standards
Screen Time Activities - Age-appropriate §746.2207(c)(2)
At the time of the inspection, the tv was on while kids were in the room showing a movie that was not age-appropriate. This was brought into compliance when the tv was turned off and children returned to their classroom.
Corrected during the visit
Medium HighMay 6, 2026InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Infant Care Area Furnishings and Equipment - Hand-washing Sink §746.2405(4)
The infant room where diapers are changed does not have a handwashing sink.
Correction verified Jun 4, 2026
HighMay 6, 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)
At the time of the inspection, the class went back into the classroom and a child had been left unattended in the bathroom. The child was found by staff and escorted into his classroom.
Corrected during the visit
Medium HighMay 6, 2026InspectionOther standards
Personal use of electronic devices, such as cell phones, MP3 players, tablets, and video games §746.1203(3)(D)
A caregiver was observed on his personal cell phone and laptop while in caring for children. This was brought into compliance when he put the devices away,
Corrected during the visit
Medium HighJan 20, 2026InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Safety - Areas Free From Hazards §746.3701
An adult chair in the infant classroom had torn upholstery, exposing the foam. This was corrected when the chair was removed from the classroom
Corrected during the visit
Medium HighJan 20, 2026InspectionSleep safety
Adequate Lighting During Naptime §746.2911
Two classrooms were observed with inadequate lighting making it difficult to see children's faces.
Corrected during the visit
Medium HighJan 20, 2026InspectionTraining & qualifications
CPR Training and Recertification Adhere to Guidelines-skill based §746.1315(b)(1)
The CPR training received by three caregivers did not meet the required AHA guidelines.
Correction verified Feb 4, 2026
HighAug 28, 2025Found during an investigationSupervision
AP Safety Precautions for Loading and Unloading Children - No Child Unattended §746.5605(4)
During a DFPS investigation, it was found a child was left unattended in a vehicle.
Correction verified Nov 5, 2025
Medium HighAug 28, 2025Found during an investigationOther standards
Caregivers Have Access to Tracking System §746.631(b)
During a DFPS investigation, it was found the driver did not have access to the tracking system used to check children in and out.
Correction verified Nov 5, 2025
HighAug 28, 2025Found during an investigationChild protection
AP Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Ensure No Child Abused, Neglected, or Exploited §746.1201(4)
During a DFPS investigation, there was sufficient evidence to support that a caregiver neglectfully supervised a child.
Correction verified Nov 5, 2025
MediumJan 29, 2025InspectionHealth & medication
Diaper Changing Steps-Label Powders, Lotions, Etc. with Name §746.3501(5)
Unlabled ointment and boogie saline spray was obseved in infants cubbies. This was corrected when the caregiver in the classroom, labeled the items.
Corrected during the visit
Medium HighJan 29, 2025InspectionTraining & qualifications
Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric first aid with rescue breathing and choking. §746.1315(a)
Three staff files reviewed. Current CPR and First aid certifications were unavialble for review.
Correction verified Feb 13, 2025
HighJan 29, 2025InspectionHealth & medication
Storage of Medication - Inaccessible to Children §746.3807(1)
Observed adult cold and flu medicine in the infant's classroom. This was corrected when the director removed the medication from the classroom.
Corrected during the visit
Medium HighAug 2, 2024Found during an investigationStaff ratios
Food Service and Preparation Requirement - Safe and Sanitary §746.3317
During an investigation inspection it was found that the operation is using an unsanitary environment to wash dishes.
Correction verified Aug 26, 2024
MediumMar 3, 2023InspectionTraining & qualifications
Documented Annual Training- Required Content §746.1309(e)
2 out of 12 caregivers were missing the trainings required for HASA.
Correction verified Mar 21, 2023
Medium HighJan 6, 2023InspectionSleep safety
Crib Mattress Cover - Snug-Fitting and Thin §746.2415(c)(2)
It was found during the inspection the operation had crib sheets that were loose.
Corrected during the visit
HighJan 5, 2023Found during an investigationCaregiver conduct
Prohibited Punishments - Hitting with Hand or Instrument §746.2805(4)
It was found during the investigation a caregiver intentionally hit a child on the head with a folded blanket.
Correction verified Feb 13, 2023
HighJan 5, 2023Found during an investigationSupervision
Responsibilities of Caregivers - Supervision of Children §746.1203(4)
It was found during the investigation caregivers would leave the nap room unsupervised to use the restroom or to grab items from outside the classroom.
Correction verified Feb 13, 2023
Medium HighJan 5, 2023Found during an investigationSleep safety
Arrangement of Napping Equipment -Provides Sufficient Walking and Work Space §746.2909(3)
It was found during the investigation nap mats were observed to be touching each other during naptime with no space in between.
Correction verified Feb 13, 2023
HighJan 5, 2023Found during an investigationCaregiver conduct
Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control §746.1201(1)
It was found during the investigation a caregiver lacked good judgment when they covered children's faces with blankets and used one blanket to cover three children.
Correction verified Feb 13, 2023
MediumJul 27, 2022InspectionTraining & qualifications
Documented Annual Training- Required Content §746.1309(e)
3 of 8 personnel records reviewed were missing communicable diseases and hazardous materials training. 4 of 8 personnel records reviewed were missing physical premises safety, emergency preparedness, communicable diseases and hazardous materials training. 1 of 8 personelle records reviewed were missing food allergy, physical premises safety, emergency preparedness, communicable diseases and hazardous materials training.
Correction verified Aug 15, 2022
HighFeb 22, 2022InspectionSleep safety
Covering Infant's Head or Crib §746.2429
3 infants, two in cribs ages 10 months and 11 months and one on a mat on the floor age 11 months, had their heads completely covered with blankets.
Correction verified Mar 8, 2022
HighFeb 22, 2022InspectionSleep safety
AP Cribs - Only Snug Fitting Sheet and Crib Mattress Cover Allowed if Infant Younger than 12 Months of Age §746.2415(b)
A crib had a boppy pillow in it with an infant that was 10 months old.
Correction verified Mar 8, 2022
HighFeb 18, 2022Found during an investigationRecords & paperwork
Report Situation Placing Children at Risk §746.305(a)(6)
The operation did not self report a discipline concern brought to their attention by a concerned neighbor.
Correction verified Mar 17, 2022
HighFeb 18, 2022Found during an investigationCaregiver conduct
Prohibited Punishments - No Harsh, Cruel or Unusual §746.2805
During an investigation it was found that a caregiver used prohibited punishment, in the form of spanking, on their own child while the group was returning from a walking field trip at the park.
Correction verified Mar 30, 2022
Medium HighFeb 10, 2022Found during an investigationHealth & medication
Administering Medication - Original Container with Child's Name, Date §746.3805(b)(1)
During an investigation, it was found that a child was being administered prescription medication, with no label or prescription and no box.
Correction verified Apr 13, 2022
Medium HighFeb 10, 2022Found during an investigationHealth & medication
AP Report Child Injury Requiring Medical Treatment by a Health-Care Professional or Hospitalization §746.305(a)(2)
During an investigation, it was found that the operation failed to report injury to a child where the child sought medical attention.
Correction verified Apr 13, 2022
Medium HighFeb 10, 2022Found during an investigationHealth & medication
Medication Authorization - Signed and Dated §746.3803(a)(1)
During an investigation it was found that the operation did not obtain written authorization, from the parent, to give the medication to the child daily. According to the operations policies written authorization is required to administer medication to children when in care.
Correction verified Apr 13, 2022
Medium HighFeb 10, 2022Found during an investigationHealth & medication
Medication Records - Date, Time and Amount Given §746.3805(c)(3)
During an investigation, it was found that the operation is not always recording all instances of a child receiving medication.
Correction verified Apr 13, 2022
Medium HighDec 17, 2021InspectionFood & feeding
Required Admission Information-Completed Food Allergy Plan §746.605(16)
A child with a severe food allergy did not have a completed food allergy plan on file.
Correction verified Feb 10, 2022
Medium LowDec 17, 2021InspectionRecords & paperwork
Required Personnel Records - Required Affidavit §746.901(4)
3 of 8 personnel records reviewed did not have a notarized affidavit.
Correction verified Feb 10, 2022

About this center

Licensed capacity100 children
Ages servedInfant, Toddler, Pre-Kindergarten, School
Hours06:30 AM-05:30 PM
DaysMon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
Licensed sinceJan 28, 2019
DirectorJalessa Washington
Phone5126621635
State operation #1668058

Common questions

Does LIFE Kidz Academy take infants?

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

What are LIFE Kidz Academy’s hours?

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

Does LIFE Kidz Academy accept child care subsidies?

Not according to its state licensing record. Ask the center directly, since participation can change.

How much does LIFE Kidz Academy cost?

Texas does not publish individual centers’ prices, so ask LIFE Kidz Academy for its current tuition. For comparison, the median full-day price at licensed centers in the Capital Area, which includes Pflugerville, is $53.60 a day for infants, $51.60 a day for toddlers and $49.80 a day for 3-year-olds (2025 Texas Child Care Market Rate Survey).

Has LIFE Kidz Academy had any serious violations?

Inspectors recorded 11 high-risk citations since 2021. The most recent was on May 6, 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 LIFE Kidz Academy compare with other daycares in Pflugerville?

It is tied for #39 of 42 centers in Pflugerville 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 LIFE Kidz Academy last inspected?

Sep 30, 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 1668058 on Search Texas Child Care. Data refreshed Sep 30, 2026.