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The Happy Learning Center

7923 Donore Pl Apt 22, San Antonio, TX 78229 · Bexar County
9 high-risk citations in last 12 monthsAccepts child care subsidies

The Happy Learning Center is a licensed child care center in San Antonio, TX, licensed for up to 60 children and serving infants through school-age children. It has held its Texas license since 2014. Since October 2021, state inspectors have visited 34 times and investigated 4 reports. Inspectors recorded 67 citations, 20 of them high-risk, most often for training & qualifications (12 of 67). 30 citations came in the last 12 months, including 9 high-risk. 9% were corrected during the inspection itself. Measured by risk-weighted citations per inspection, it is tied for #445 of 476 centers in San Antonio and better than 6% of licensed centers statewide.

Inspection record

Better than 6%of 9,147 Texas licensed centers, comparing risk-weighted citations per inspection. Among the most cited
Tied for #445 of 476 centers in San Antonio
20High risk
33Medium High risk
12Medium risk
1Medium Low risk
1Low risk
67 citations from 34 inspections and 2 reports since Oct 1, 2021 · 30 in the last 12 months · last inspected Sep 29, 2026

Every state visit

20222023202420252026INSPECTIONS (top) · REPORTS & INVESTIGATIONS (bottom)Sep 29, 2026 · Inspection · no citationSep 2, 2026 · Inspection · no citationJul 13, 2026 · Inspection · no citationJun 29, 2026 · Inspection · citation foundMay 26, 2026 · Inspection · no citationMay 20, 2026 · Inspection · no citationApr 2, 2026 · Inspection · no citationApr 2, 2026 · Inspection · no citationMar 30, 2026 · Report/investigation · citation foundMar 24, 2026 · Inspection · citation foundFeb 4, 2026 · Assessment · citation foundJan 26, 2026 · Assessment · citation foundJan 21, 2026 · Inspection · no citationJan 6, 2026 · Inspection · citation foundNov 21, 2025 · Inspection · no citationNov 14, 2025 · Inspection · citation foundOct 28, 2025 · Inspection · citation foundJul 11, 2025 · Inspection · no citationApr 15, 2025 · Inspection · no citationApr 2, 2025 · Inspection · citation foundMar 19, 2025 · Inspection · citation foundJan 21, 2025 · Assessment · citation foundNov 19, 2024 · Inspection · citation foundJun 21, 2024 · Inspection · no citationMay 30, 2024 · Inspection · citation foundMay 24, 2024 · Report/investigation · no citationDec 6, 2023 · Inspection · citation foundJun 13, 2023 · Inspection · no citationMar 9, 2023 · Inspection · no citationFeb 24, 2023 · Inspection · no citationFeb 16, 2023 · Inspection · citation foundNov 3, 2022 · Inspection · no citationNov 1, 2022 · Inspection · citation foundOct 21, 2022 · Report/investigation · no citationOct 12, 2022 · Inspection · citation foundJun 14, 2022 · Inspection · citation foundMar 9, 2022 · Inspection · no citationMar 2, 2022 · Inspection · citation foundFeb 23, 2022 · Report/investigation · citation foundDec 13, 2021 · Inspection · no citationNov 19, 2021 · Inspection · citation found
Citation foundNo citation

What inspectors cited most

Training & qualifications12
Building & playground safety11
Health & medication10
Staff ratios9
Other standards6
Records & paperwork5
Sleep safety5
Supervision3
Transportation3
Caregiver conduct2
Food & feeding1

Citations, newest first

Medium HighJun 29, 2026InspectionOther standards
Personal use of electronic devices, such as cell phones, MP3 players, tablets, and video games §746.1203(3)(D)
Two caregivers were observed utilizing their cell phones while their classes were on the playground.
Correction verified Jul 13, 2026
HighMar 30, 2026Found during an investigationCaregiver conduct
Prohibited Punishments - No Harsh, Cruel or Unusual §746.2805
During the course of the investigation, it was determined that a caregiver used inappropriate discipline by striking a child's hand as redirection.
Correction verified May 20, 2026
HighMar 24, 2026InspectionSupervision
Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know number of children responsible for §746.1205(a)(2)
During the walkthrough, a caregiver stated there were nineteen children in care when there were twenty. Note: this was corrected when the children were recounted
Correction verified Apr 2, 2026
MediumMar 24, 2026InspectionHealth & medication
Health Statement parent sign - Dated within past yr, name/address health care professional, states child can participate. Follow by signed statement §746.611(a)(3)
At the time of inspection, one out of the six children's files did not have a Physician's Health Statement for review.
Correction verified Apr 1, 2026
HighMar 24, 2026InspectionOther standards
Basic Requirements for Infants - Free from Choking Objects That May Cause Choking in Infants or Toddlers §746.2401(6)
During the walkthrough, an infant was observed sleeping with a bib on. Note: The bib was removed immediately
Correction verified Apr 2, 2026
HighFeb 4, 2026InspectionOther standards
Franchise Tax Delinquent §745.247
The permit holder failed to notify CCR that a written notice from a governmental entity indicating that the holder's corporate privileges are forfeited and/or in danger of forfeiture.
Correction verified Feb 10, 2026
MediumJan 26, 2026InspectionHealth & medication
Health Statement parent sign - Dated within past yr, name/address health care professional, states child can participate. Follow by signed statement §746.611(a)(3)
Two children do not have a physician's health statement signed by a doctor.
Correction verified Mar 6, 2026
Medium HighJan 6, 2026InspectionTraining & qualifications
Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - 24 Annual training §746.1301(a)(5)(A)
At the time of the inspection the previous year's training records were not available for five of the six staff files reviewed.
Correction verified Mar 4, 2026
HighJan 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)
During the walkthrough, multiple children were observed climbing on tables, bookshelves, blocks, and playing in the restroom.
Correction verified Jan 21, 2026
Medium HighJan 6, 2026InspectionTraining & qualifications
Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric first aid with rescue breathing and choking. §746.1315(a)
One of the caregivers did not have first aid training at the time of inspection.
Correction verified Jan 7, 2026
Medium HighJan 6, 2026InspectionStaff ratios
Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children §746.1601
One caregiver was supervising 23 children. The specified age for the group was three years old meaning the caregiver could only have 15 at one time.
Correction verified Jan 21, 2026
Medium HighJan 6, 2026InspectionOther standards
Administrative and clerical duties that take caregiver's attention away from children §746.1203(3)(A)
At the time of the inspection, a caregiver was observed using a cell phone to print labels. Another caregiver was sending text messages about children's arrivals throughout the morning, instead of signing children in.
Correction verified Jan 21, 2026
MediumJan 6, 2026InspectionHealth & medication
Health Statement parent sign - Dated within past yr, name/address health care professional, states child can participate. Follow by signed statement §746.611(a)(3)
Three out of the six children's files reviewed did not have a statement of health from a physician.
Correction verified Jan 26, 2026
Medium HighJan 6, 2026InspectionTraining & qualifications
CPR Training and Recertification Adhere to Guidelines-skill based §746.1315(b)(1)
Six out of the six staff member files showed that they had only the online portion of the CPR certification.
Correction verified Jan 21, 2026
Medium HighJan 6, 2026InspectionRecords & paperwork
Required Admission Information - Emergency Contact §746.605(6)
Two out of the six children's files reviewed did not have complete emergency contact information.
Correction verified Jan 21, 2026
HighJan 6, 2026InspectionTraining & qualifications
Director Responsibilities - Operate in Compliance §746.1003(1)
The center's director left the operation to run errands, leaving a caregiver alone with 23 children, including an infant.
Correction verified Jan 21, 2026
HighJan 6, 2026InspectionRecords & paperwork
Required Admission Information - Release Information §746.605(7)
One out of the six children's files reviewed did not have complete information for authorized pick up persons.
Correction verified Jan 7, 2026
MediumJan 6, 2026InspectionRecords & paperwork
Required Admission Information - Physician Information §746.605(10)
One out of six children did not have the health care information listed in their file.
Correction verified Jan 21, 2026
MediumJan 6, 2026InspectionTraining & qualifications
Furnishings and Equipment for Toddlers - Never Allow Toddlers to Sleep or Walk With Bottles and Training Cups §746.2505(4)(C)
During the inspection, multiple children were observed drinking out of cups and eating foods while walking around.
Correction verified Jan 21, 2026
Medium HighJan 6, 2026InspectionHealth & medication
Immunization Records, Exceptions, and Exemptions Current §746.613(b)
At the time of inspection, two out of the six children's files reviewed did not have current immunization records for review.
Correction verified Jan 23, 2026
Medium HighJan 6, 2026InspectionTraining & qualifications
Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Pre-Service Training §746.1301(a)(2)(A)
At the time of the inspection, two out of the six staff files reviewed did not have pre-service training for review.
Correction verified Mar 3, 2026
Medium HighJan 6, 2026InspectionStaff ratios
Child/Caregiver Ratio - 18 Months Difference in Age §746.1605(1)
Caregiver had 23 children in care, ranging from 17 months to 10 years of age. The difference in age between the youngest and oldest was greater than 18 months.
Correction verified Jan 21, 2026
Medium HighJan 6, 2026InspectionSleep safety
Safety Requirements for Cribs - Snug Fitting Sheets §746.2409(a)(2)
During the inspection, the sheets on the infant cribs were too small for the mattresses, causing the mattresses to fold over on themselves.
Correction verified Jan 21, 2026
Medium HighJan 6, 2026InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Safety - Electrical Outlets Covered §746.3701(1)
During the inspection, there were multiple plugs missing covers in the classrooms. NOTE: this was corrected at inspection when outlet covers were placed on the plugs.
Corrected during the visit
HighNov 14, 2025InspectionHealth & medication
Required Immunizations §746.613(a)
At the time of the inspection, one child did not have immunization records for review. This is recited.
Correction verified Nov 21, 2025
Medium HighNov 14, 2025InspectionStaff ratios
Child/Caregiver Ratio - 18 Months Difference in Age §746.1605(1)
Caregivers had 18 children in care, the youngest being 16 months old and the oldest child in the group is an 8 year old, therefore the youngest/oldest children present are more than 18 months apart.
Correction verified Nov 21, 2025
MediumOct 28, 2025InspectionTraining & qualifications
Documented Annual Training- Required Content §746.1309(e)
During the inspection, the staff did not have Building Safety training for review.
Correction verified Nov 11, 2025
HighOct 28, 2025InspectionHealth & medication
Required Immunizations §746.613(a)
At the time of the inspection, two children did not have immunization records for review and one child's records were not current.
Correction verified Nov 14, 2025
Medium HighOct 28, 2025InspectionTraining & qualifications
Documented Annual Training - Caregivers of Children Under 24 Months Required §746.1309(d)
During the inspection, an infant caregiver did not have training in the required infant safety topics.
Correction verified Nov 3, 2025
MediumOct 28, 2025InspectionTraining & qualifications
Furnishings and Equipment for Toddlers - Never Allow Toddlers to Sleep or Walk With Bottles and Training Cups §746.2505(4)(C)
During the walkthrough, there were multiple children sleeping with their milk cups.
Correction verified Nov 14, 2025
HighApr 2, 2025InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Smoke-Detection System §746.5311(a)
One classroom did not have a smoke detector.
Correction verified Apr 3, 2025
HighApr 2, 2025InspectionSupervision
Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know number of children responsible for §746.1205(a)(2)
During inspection caregiver stated that she had 15 children in care, and after counting it was determined caregiver had 16 children in care.
Correction verified Apr 15, 2025
MediumApr 2, 2025InspectionRecords & paperwork
Children's Records - Admission Information §746.603(a)(2)
Director did not have an admission form for one child in care.
Correction verified Apr 7, 2025
Medium HighApr 2, 2025InspectionStaff ratios
Child/Caregiver Ratio - 18 Months Difference in Age §746.1605(1)
RECITE; Caregiver had 17 children in care, and one child is 15 month old and the oldest child in the group is an 8 year old, therefore the youngest/oldest children present are more than 18 months apart.
Correction verified Apr 15, 2025
Medium HighApr 2, 2025InspectionStaff ratios
Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children §746.1601
Recite; Caregiver in the duckie classroom had 17 children in care. Based on the specified age group caregiver can only have 15 children in her group. Caregiver in the lambs room walked out of the infant room, leaving caregiver out of ratio with 7 infants.
Correction verified Apr 15, 2025
Medium HighApr 2, 2025InspectionSleep safety
Requirements for Feeding Infants - No Walking or Sleeping with Bottle or Cup §746.2419(7)
During inspection it was observed that an infant was walking around drinking his bottle.
Correction verified Apr 15, 2025
Medium HighMar 19, 2025InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Fire Extinguishers Serviced §746.5307(b)
The fire extinguisher has not been serviced, as required.
Correction verified Apr 4, 2025
MediumMar 19, 2025InspectionFood & feeding
Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days §746.2421(b)
Four infants did not have updated infant feeding instructions.
Correction verified Apr 4, 2025
Medium HighMar 19, 2025InspectionStaff ratios
Child/Caregiver Ratio - 18 Months Difference in Age §746.1605(1)
Caregiver had 19 children in care, and two children were 10/11 month old and the oldest child in the group is an 8 year old, therefore the youngest/oldest children present are more than 18 months apart. Note: Corrected when caregiver who came in at 9:45 am, took the two infants to lambs classroom.
Correction verified Apr 2, 2025
MediumMar 19, 2025InspectionSleep safety
Safety Requirements for Cribs - Label for Each Infant §746.2409(a)(10)
The infant cribs were not labeled with child's name. Note: Corrected at inspection when caregiver labeled the cribs.
Corrected during the visit
Medium HighMar 19, 2025InspectionStaff ratios
Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children §746.1601
The lambs classroom was observed out of ratio, caregiver had 5 children ages 3 month, 5 month, 8 month, 8 month and 12 month. Based on the specified age group caregiver can only have 4 infants in her group. Caregiver in the duckie classroom had 19 children in care. Based on the specified age group caregiver can only have 11 children in her group. Note: Two caregiver's arrived to assist with ratios.
Correction verified Apr 2, 2025
Medium LowJan 21, 2025InspectionRecords & paperwork
Report Number of Employees §746.303(b)
Operation did not report the number of employees that ceased working in the previous year 2024 by the required date of January 15, 2025.
Correction verified Jan 22, 2025
MediumNov 19, 2024InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Sanitation Inspection Report §746.801(12)
The most recent health inspection was not available for review during inspection.
Correction verified Dec 29, 2024
Medium HighNov 19, 2024InspectionTraining & qualifications
Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Orientation §746.1301(a)(1)(A)
Two out of the six files reviewed during inspection did not have orientation completed.
Correction verified Jan 7, 2025
Medium HighNov 19, 2024InspectionTraining & qualifications
Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Pediatric CPR §746.1301(a)(4)(A)
All six staff files reviewed during inspection did not have CPR training.
Correction verified Jan 7, 2025
LowNov 19, 2024InspectionStaff 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)
One out of the ten children's records reviewed during inspection did not have a health statement.
Correction verified Jan 7, 2025
Medium HighNov 19, 2024InspectionTraining & qualifications
Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Pediatric First Aid with Rescue Breathing §746.1301(a)(3)(A)
All six staff files reviewed during inspection did not have current first aid training.
Correction verified Jan 7, 2025
Medium HighNov 19, 2024InspectionHealth & medication
Immunization Records, Exceptions, and Exemptions Current §746.613(b)
Two out the ten children's records reviewed did not have current immunization records.
Correction verified Dec 29, 2024
HighMay 30, 2024InspectionSleep safety
AP Cribs - Only Snug Fitting Sheet and Crib Mattress Cover Allowed if Infant Younger than 12 Months of Age §746.2415(b)
A blanket was observed in the crib with a 2 month old.
Correction verified Jun 21, 2024
Medium HighMay 30, 2024InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment §746.3407
Dust can be seen accumilated by an air vent. Empty spider webs were observed in a playground structure.
Correction verified Jun 21, 2024
Medium HighDec 6, 2023InspectionHealth & medication
Immunization Records, Exceptions, and Exemptions Current §746.613(b)
Two out of the two children's records reviewed during inspection did not have current immunization records.
Correction verified Jan 30, 2024
Medium HighFeb 16, 2023InspectionHealth & medication
Children Handwashing Before Eating §746.3417(1)
Children observed did not wash their hands before breakfast. Note: This was corrected at inspection when other children were directed to wash hands before eating.
Corrected during the visit
Medium HighFeb 16, 2023InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment §746.3407
Wooden boards observed broken in the playscape, The slide on the same play structure was observed cracked resulting in a gap. Nails were observed protruding from the playscape.
Correction verified Mar 9, 2023
HighFeb 16, 2023InspectionCaregiver conduct
Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control §746.1201(1)
Good judgement was not exersiced when a two year old child was strapped to a high chair placed on an inadequate small chair.
Correction verified Feb 24, 2023
Medium HighFeb 16, 2023InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Garbage Inaccessible to Children; Maintained in Sanitary Manner §746.3407(8)
Garbage was observed accessible to the children in care as a trash can in the children's restroom was not covered. Note: This was corrected at inspection as the trashcan was covered.
Corrected during the visit
Medium HighNov 1, 2022InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Prohibited Equipment for Infants - Baby Walkers §746.2415(a)(1)
An infant was observed sitting in a baby walker. Note: This was CORRECTED AT INSPECTION when the walker was removed from the infant classroom.
Corrected during the visit
MediumOct 12, 2022InspectionOther standards
Storage for Individual Belongings §746.4505
Infant's individual storage space must be labeled either with the child's name, photo or symbol.
Correction verified Nov 1, 2022
HighOct 12, 2022InspectionStaff ratios
AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation §745.641
A caregiver was observed caring for children without an eligible background check. A 16 year old was observed at the operation without an eligible background check.
Correction verified Oct 31, 2022
HighOct 12, 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 blanket was observed in the crib with a 10 month old.
Correction verified Nov 1, 2022
Medium HighOct 12, 2022InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment §746.3407
Thick layers of dust built up were observed on vents through out the center.
Correction verified Nov 1, 2022
HighJun 14, 2022InspectionOther standards
HRC42.054 - Required Fees
The operation had an outstanding balance of $4 for their background checks and it was paid during insepction.
Corrected during the visit
HighMar 2, 2022InspectionTransportation
Child Passenger Safety Seat System - 4 Years and More Than 40 Pounds; 5 - 7 Years and Under 4 Feet, 9 Inches §746.5607(d)(5)
Two five years old were observed transported by the operation staff without a booster seat.
Correction verified Mar 9, 2022
HighMar 2, 2022InspectionTransportation
Required Equipment in Vehicles - Emergency Telephone Numbers for Each Child §746.5617(a)(4)
The parent contact authorization forms were not observed in the vehicle for four of the children being transported by the operation.
Correction verified Mar 16, 2022
HighMar 2, 2022InspectionHealth & medication
Required Equipment in Vehicles - Emergency Medical Information §746.5617(a)(2)
The emergency medical transport and treatment authorization forms were not observed in the vehicle for four of the children being transported by the operation.
Correction verified Mar 16, 2022
HighFeb 23, 2022Found during an investigationTransportation
Child Passenger Safety Seat System - 12 Months Through 3 Years; More Than 20 Pounds §746.5607(d)(3)
Based on the evidence gathered during the investigation, a three year old was transported without the proper front facing child safety seat.
Correction verified Mar 9, 2022
Medium HighNov 19, 2021InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment §746.3407
A hole in the ceiling and mold were observed in a closet located in the three to five year old classroom. Blinds in the three to five year old classroom were observed dirty.
Correction verified Dec 13, 2021
Medium HighNov 19, 2021InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Safety - Areas Free From Hazards §746.3701
A cord to the ac mounted in the window located in the three to five year old classroom was observed accessible to the children in care.
Correction verified Dec 13, 2021

About this center

Licensed capacity60 children
Ages servedInfant, Toddler, Pre-Kindergarten, School
Hours06:00 AM-06:30 PM
DaysMon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat
Licensed sinceOct 28, 2014
DirectorSerena Glass
Phone2107210591
State operation #1524291

Common questions

Does The Happy Learning Center take infants?

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

What are The Happy Learning Center’s hours?

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

Does The Happy Learning Center accept child care subsidies?

Yes, according to its state licensing record.

How much does The Happy Learning Center cost?

Texas does not publish individual centers’ prices, so ask The Happy Learning Center for its current tuition. For comparison, the median full-day price at licensed centers in the Alamo area, which includes San Antonio, is $42.00 a day for infants, $40.40 a day for toddlers and $39.20 a day for 3-year-olds (2025 Texas Child Care Market Rate Survey).

Has The Happy Learning Center had any serious violations?

Inspectors recorded 20 high-risk citations since 2021. The most recent was on Mar 30, 2026: “Prohibited Punishments - No Harsh, Cruel or Unusual.” Each one is listed in full above.

How does The Happy Learning Center compare with other daycares in San Antonio?

It is tied for #445 of 476 centers in San Antonio by risk-weighted citations per inspection, and is better than 6% of licensed centers statewide (out of 9,147 Texas centers with enough inspection history).

When was The Happy Learning Center last inspected?

Sep 29, 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 1524291 on Search Texas Child Care. Data refreshed Sep 30, 2026.