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Helen Marie's Christian Childcare

3203 Nacogdoches Road Ste 200, San Antonio, TX 78217 · Bexar County
3 high-risk citations in last 12 monthsAccepts child care subsidies

Helen Marie's Christian Childcare is a licensed child care center in San Antonio, TX, licensed for up to 24 children and serving infants through school-age children. It has held its Texas license since 2024. Since October 2021, state inspectors have visited 28 times and investigated 2 reports. Inspectors recorded 72 citations, 14 of them high-risk, most often for records & paperwork (15 of 72). 12 citations came in the last 12 months, including 3 high-risk. 24% were corrected during the inspection itself. Measured by risk-weighted citations per inspection, it is tied for #461 of 476 centers in San Antonio and better than 4% of licensed centers statewide.

Inspection record

Better than 4%of 9,147 Texas licensed centers, comparing risk-weighted citations per inspection. Among the most cited
Tied for #461 of 476 centers in San Antonio
14High risk
22Medium High risk
33Medium risk
3Medium Low risk
0Low risk
72 citations from 28 inspections and 2 reports since Oct 1, 2021 · 12 in the last 12 months · last inspected Aug 4, 2026

Every state visit

20222023202420252026INSPECTIONS (top) · REPORTS & INVESTIGATIONS (bottom)Aug 4, 2026 · Inspection · citation foundJul 20, 2026 · Inspection · citation foundJul 10, 2026 · Inspection · citation foundMar 3, 2026 · Inspection · citation foundJan 20, 2026 · Inspection · no citationDec 4, 2025 · Inspection · no citationNov 24, 2025 · Report/investigation · citation foundOct 17, 2025 · Inspection · citation foundJul 21, 2025 · Inspection · citation foundMay 16, 2025 · Inspection · citation foundMar 25, 2025 · Inspection · citation foundFeb 27, 2025 · Inspection · no citationJan 16, 2025 · Inspection · no citationJan 14, 2025 · Report/investigation · citation foundJan 8, 2025 · Inspection · no citationOct 3, 2024 · Inspection · citation foundJun 28, 2024 · Inspection · no citationJun 14, 2024 · Inspection · citation foundJun 4, 2024 · Inspection · citation foundFeb 26, 2024 · Inspection · no citationJan 19, 2024 · Assessment · citation foundJan 8, 2024 · Inspection · citation foundDec 21, 2023 · Inspection · no citationDec 5, 2023 · Inspection · citation foundOct 11, 2023 · Inspection · no citationSep 19, 2023 · Inspection · no citationSep 6, 2023 · Inspection · citation foundJul 7, 2023 · Inspection · citation foundJun 13, 2023 · Inspection · no citationMay 26, 2023 · Inspection · citation foundMar 24, 2023 · Inspection · citation found
Citation foundNo citation

What inspectors cited most

Records & paperwork15
Building & playground safety11
Food & feeding9
Sleep safety8
Other standards7
Training & qualifications7
Health & medication7
Staff ratios5
Supervision2
Caregiver conduct1

Citations, newest first

Medium HighAug 4, 2026InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Measurement of Use Zone for Slides - in Front of Access and on Sides §746.4805(a)
The use zone in front and behind the slide is under 6 feet.
Medium HighAug 4, 2026InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Annual Sanitation Inspection §746.3401(a)
The health inspection was last conducted on 07/14/25.
Correction verified Aug 19, 2026
MediumAug 4, 2026InspectionRecords & paperwork
Notification of Changing Address or Location §746.301(1)
The operation changed addresses without approval of Child Care Regulation. Corrected: This was corrected during the inspection.
Corrected during the visit
HighJul 20, 2026InspectionOther standards
AP Ensure total number of children both at & away from center within capacity §746.201(11)
There were 9 children in care. This was corrected at inspection when the director sent one chld home.
Correction verified Aug 4, 2026
HighJul 20, 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)
A child was observed alone in the office with the door closed. This was corrected at inspection when the child was brought back into the group.
Correction verified Aug 4, 2026
HighJul 10, 2026InspectionOther standards
AP Ensure total number of children both at & away from center within capacity §746.201(11)
There were 12 children in care. This was corrected at inspection when the director sent home five children.
Correction verified Jul 20, 2026
MediumMar 3, 2026InspectionTraining & qualifications
Documented Annual Training- Required Content §746.1309(e)
Four of four staff did not have training in responding to food allergies, emergency preparedness, understanding building safety, or handling and disposing of hazardous materials.
Correction verified Apr 8, 2026
Medium HighMar 3, 2026InspectionTraining & qualifications
CPR Training and Recertification Adhere to Guidelines-skill based §746.1315(b)(1)
Four of four staff have current CPR training that did not include hands-on use of a CPR manakin.
Correction verified Mar 20, 2026
MediumNov 24, 2025Found during an investigationOther standards
Written Activity Plans - Plan Followed by Caregiver §746.2203(b)
Written activity plan posted was not being followed during inspection. Note: This was corrected at inspection when lunch was served during the time listed in the activity plan.
Corrected during the visit
MediumNov 24, 2025Found during an investigationFood & feeding
Posting Requirements - Daily menu, including all snacks and meals served by the child care center §746.401(6)
Daily snack menu was not posted Note: This was corrected at inspection copy was completed and provided of the snack menu.
Corrected during the visit
MediumNov 24, 2025Found during an investigationOther standards
Written Activity Plans - Plan Followed by Caregiver §746.2203(b)
Written activity plan posted was not being followed during inspection. Note: This was corrected at inspection when an updated activity plan was posted.
Corrected during the visit
MediumOct 17, 2025InspectionRecords & paperwork
Notification of Change in Space §746.301(2)
The operation reduced indoor and outdoor space without notifying Child Care Regulation. This was corrected at inspection when a discussion was had with the director on required notifications.
Corrected during the visit
MediumJul 21, 2025InspectionRecords & paperwork
Children's Records Maintained §746.603(a)
Two of five children's files could not be located.
Correction verified Jul 29, 2025
Medium HighJul 21, 2025InspectionTraining & qualifications
CPR Training and Recertification Adhere to Guidelines-skill based §746.1315(b)(1)
The director's CPR and FIrst Aid certificate is expired. Another employee's CPR was online only.
Correction verified Aug 5, 2025
MediumMay 16, 2025InspectionSleep safety
Safety Requirements for Cribs - Label for Each Infant §746.2409(a)(10)
The infant cribs were not labeled. This was corrected at inspection when the cribs were labeled with the child's name.
Corrected during the visit
MediumMay 16, 2025InspectionFood & feeding
Written Feeding Instructions - Signed and Dated by Parent or Health-Care Professional §746.2421(a)
An infant who is not yet on table food did not have current infant feeding instructions.
Correction verified May 22, 2025
MediumMar 25, 2025InspectionOther standards
Screen Time Activities - Not Used for Under Two §746.2207(a)
Two children under two were observed watching a screen. Corrected at inspection: The operation immediately turned off the tablet.
Corrected during the visit
HighMar 25, 2025InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months §746.5101(a)
The annual fire inspection was last conducted on March 14, 2024.
Correction verified Mar 26, 2025
MediumMar 25, 2025InspectionFood & feeding
Posting Requirements - Daily menu, including all snacks and meals served by the child care center §746.401(6)
The operation serves snacks. The menu was not posted listing the items that are served. Corrected at inspection: The operation posted the menu during the inspection.
Corrected during the visit
Medium HighJan 14, 2025Found during an investigationFood & feeding
Nutrition and Food Service - Regular Meals and Snacks §746.3301(a)
Based on information gathered, it was determined a 13 month infant ready for table food was not feed table food for three days that the child attended daycare.
Correction verified Feb 26, 2025
MediumJan 14, 2025Found during an investigationStaff ratios
Notify Parents of Change in Operational Policy or Enrollment Agreement §746.505(2)
During the time of inspection it was observed that the operational policies were not updated to reflect the center does not provide meals, and center only provides snacks.
Correction verified Feb 26, 2025
MediumJan 14, 2025Found during an investigationFood & feeding
Parent Provided Meals/Snacks - Nutritional Value §746.3309(a)(2)
The operation did not have a signed statement from the parent acknowledging the child care center was not responsible for meeting the child's daily food needs.
Correction verified Feb 26, 2025
HighJan 14, 2025Found during an investigationTraining & qualifications
Director Responsibilities - Operate in Compliance §746.1003(1)
The director did not ensure staff are following minimum standards, when staff failed to communicate with parent that a child was not bringing meals, since the daycare does not provide meals. The director did not ensure operational policies were updated, to reflect that the center does not provide meals, and the center only provides snack.
Correction verified Feb 26, 2025
HighJan 14, 2025Found during an investigationCaregiver conduct
Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control §746.1201(1)
Based on information gathered, it was determined that staff did not practice good judgement when staff did not communicate with parent that infant did not bring meals for three days that the child attended and infant only drank milk and snacks.
Correction verified Feb 26, 2025
Medium HighOct 3, 2024InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Fire Drill Monthly - Exit in 3 Minutes §746.5205(1)
A fire drill was not completed in the month of September. This was corrected at inspection when a fire drill was conducted.
Corrected during the visit
Medium HighOct 3, 2024InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Fire Extinguishers Serviced §746.5307(b)
The fire extinguisher was last serviced in 9/2024.
Correction verified Oct 7, 2024
MediumJun 14, 2024InspectionStaff ratios
Child/Caregiver Ratio - 12 or Fewer Children §746.1701
There were 11 children in care with one caregiver. Six of the 11 children were infants under the age of 18 months. This was corrected at inspection when the director returned.
Correction verified Jun 28, 2024
MediumJun 4, 2024InspectionRecords & paperwork
Required Personnel Records- Photo Identification §746.901(8)
One of three staff files audited did not have a copy of a photo ID.
Correction verified Jun 12, 2024
Medium HighJun 4, 2024InspectionStaff ratios
Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children §746.1601
The infant caregiver had seven children by herself. This was corrected at inspection when a child was sent home and the center was able to operate under standard 746.1705.
Correction verified Jun 14, 2024
Medium LowJun 4, 2024InspectionRecords & paperwork
Required Personnel Records - Required Affidavit §746.901(4)
Two of three staff files did not have a signed affidavits.
Correction verified Jun 13, 2024
Medium HighJun 4, 2024InspectionTraining & qualifications
Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric first aid with rescue breathing and choking. §746.1315(a)
One of three staff did not have current CPR training.
Correction verified Jun 10, 2024
HighJun 4, 2024InspectionSleep safety
AP Cribs - Only Snug Fitting Sheet and Crib Mattress Cover Allowed if Infant Younger than 12 Months of Age §746.2415(b)
An 11-month-old child was observed sleeping with in a crib with a blanket. A six-month-old was observed sleeping in a crib with a blanket and a bib.
Corrected during the visit
HighJun 4, 2024InspectionSleep safety
Infant May Not Sleep in a Restrictive Device §746.2426(a)(1)
Two three-month-old children were observed sleeping in restrictive devices. This was corrected at inspection when the children were removed and placed in cribs.
Corrected during the visit
MediumJun 4, 2024InspectionFood & feeding
Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days §746.2421(b)
Infant feeding instructions were not up to date for the four infants not on table food.
Correction verified Jun 12, 2024
Medium LowJan 19, 2024InspectionRecords & paperwork
Report Number of Employees §746.303(b)
The operation failed to submit the number of employees that have left their employment in 2023 by January 15th.
Correction verified Jan 19, 2024
MediumJan 8, 2024InspectionSleep safety
Safety Requirements for Cribs - Label for Each Infant §746.2409(a)(10)
Cribs were not labeled with each child's name.
Correction verified Jan 23, 2024
Medium HighJan 8, 2024InspectionRecords & paperwork
Infant Daily Report - Share with Parent §746.2431
Infant daily sheets were not being filled ouit. This was corrected at inspections when the director started filling out the sheets.
Corrected during the visit
MediumJan 8, 2024InspectionFood & feeding
Written Feeding Instructions - Signed and Dated by Parent or Health-Care Professional §746.2421(a)
An infant who is not yet on table food did not have signed and dated infant feeding instructions.
Correction verified Jan 23, 2024
MediumDec 5, 2023InspectionHealth & medication
Children's Records - Health Statement §746.603(a)(3)
Two of four children's records did not have a completed health statement on file.
Correction verified Dec 21, 2023
Medium HighDec 5, 2023InspectionTraining & qualifications
Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Pediatric First Aid with Rescue Breathing §746.1301(a)(3)(A)
Two of three personnel files did not have proof of First Aid and CPR training.
Correction verified Dec 21, 2023
MediumDec 5, 2023InspectionRecords & paperwork
Required Personnel Records §746.901
Two of three personnel files do not have any information other than the name of the caregiver. All items listed under 746.901 need to be complete.
Correction verified Dec 21, 2023
Medium HighSep 6, 2023InspectionHealth & medication
Children Handwashing After Toileting or Diapering §746.3417(3)
A caregiver did not wash the hands of the child after changing their diaper. This was corrected at inspection when the director instructed the employee to wash the child's hands.
Corrected during the visit
Medium HighSep 6, 2023InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Smoke-Detection System Tested §746.5315
No smoke detector inspections have been conducted since opening on 4/11/2023.
Correction verified Sep 19, 2023
Medium HighSep 6, 2023InspectionHealth & medication
Diaper Changing Equipment - If Above Floor Level Caregiver Must Face Child and Be Within Arm's Length of Child §746.3503(c)(3)
A caregiver was observed walking away from a child who was on the diaper changing table. The caregiver walked to the other side of the room with their back to the child and was not within arms reach. This was corrected at inspection when the director went to secure the child.
Corrected during the visit
HighSep 6, 2023InspectionSleep safety
AP Cribs - Only Snug Fitting Sheet and Crib Mattress Cover Allowed if Infant Younger than 12 Months of Age §746.2415(b)
An infant less than a 12 months old was observed sleeping in a crib with a blanket, pacifier tied to a cord, and a bib tied around their neck. The items were removed by the director.
Correction verified Sep 19, 2023
HighSep 6, 2023InspectionStaff ratios
AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation §745.641
The caregiver left in charge at the operation did not have a current background check.
Correction verified Sep 19, 2023
MediumSep 6, 2023InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Children's Products-Posting of CPSC website §746.4135(c)
The CPSC form was not available.
Correction verified Sep 19, 2023
Medium HighSep 6, 2023InspectionSleep safety
Crib Mattress Cover - Designed for Use in Size and Type of Crib §746.2415(c)(1)
A child was standing in a crib that did not have a sheet designed for the mattress. This was corrected at inspection when the child and sheet were removed from the crib.
Corrected during the visit
Medium HighSep 6, 2023InspectionOther standards
Electronic or Battery-Operated Carbon Monoxide Detector-Check All Detectors Monthly §746.5537(a)(2)
Carbon monoxide detectors have not been inspected since opening on 4/11/2023.
Correction verified Sep 19, 2023
Medium HighSep 6, 2023InspectionFood & feeding
Requirements for Feeding Infants - Other Use of Handwashing Sink §746.2419(8)
A bottle with formula was being stored on the diaper changing mat. This was corrected at inspection when the caregiver removed the bottle.
Corrected during the visit
Medium HighSep 6, 2023InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Fire Drill Monthly - Exit in 3 Minutes §746.5205(1)
No fire drills have been recorded since opening on 4/11/2023.
Correction verified Sep 19, 2023
Medium HighSep 6, 2023InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Sheltering Drill For Severe Weather-Four times a calendar year §746.5205(2)
No severe weather drills have been recorded since opening on 4/11/2023.
Correction verified Sep 19, 2023
Medium HighSep 6, 2023InspectionHealth & medication
Employee Handwashing After Diapering a Child §746.3415(4)
A caregiver did not wash their hands after changing a diaper. This was corrected at inspection when the director instructed the employee to wash their hands.
Corrected during the visit
MediumJul 7, 2023InspectionSleep safety
Napping Floor Mats Marked with Sleeping Side Distinguished §746.4503(c)
Mats were observed being used without designated floor and sleep sides.
Correction verified Jul 14, 2023
MediumJul 7, 2023InspectionSleep safety
Cots, Beds, Mats Labeled With Child's Name §746.4503(b)
Children were observed napping on cots that were not assigned by name or number.
Correction verified Jul 14, 2023
HighMay 26, 2023InspectionSupervision
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)
The children were left unsupervised when the only caregiver left the building.
Correction verified Jun 13, 2023
MediumMay 26, 2023InspectionRecords & paperwork
Provide Parents With Copy of Policies §746.503
One of six children's files did not have an acknowledgment of receipt of operational policies.
Correction verified Jun 12, 2023
MediumMay 26, 2023InspectionRecords & paperwork
Required Personnel Records §746.901
The personnel file for the only employee does not exist.
Correction verified Jun 12, 2023
Medium HighMay 26, 2023InspectionRecords & paperwork
Required Admission Information - Emergency Contact §746.605(6)
One of six children's files did not have an address for the emergency contact.
Correction verified Jun 12, 2023
MediumMay 26, 2023InspectionHealth & medication
Children's Records - Health Statement §746.603(a)(3)
Two of six children's files did not have a current health care provider statement.
Correction verified Jun 12, 2023
HighMay 26, 2023InspectionHealth & medication
Required Admission Information - Emergency Medical Authorization §746.605(12)
One of six children's files did not have an emergency care authorization on file.
Correction verified Jun 12, 2023
HighMay 26, 2023InspectionRecords & paperwork
Required Admission Information - Release Information §746.605(7)
One of six children's files did not have anyone besides the parents authorized to pick up the child.
Correction verified Jun 14, 2023
MediumMay 26, 2023InspectionHealth & medication
Children's Records - Immunizations §746.603(a)(4)
Four of six children's files did not have current immunization records.
Correction verified Jun 19, 2023
MediumMay 26, 2023InspectionRecords & paperwork
Required Admission Information - Physician Information §746.605(11)
Two of six children's files did not have health care information on file.
Correction verified Jun 12, 2023
MediumMay 26, 2023InspectionFood & feeding
Written Feeding Instructions - Signed and Dated by Parent or Health-Care Professional §746.2421(a)
Infant feeding instructions are not on file for the two infants not on table food.
Correction verified Jun 2, 2023
MediumMay 26, 2023InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Sanitation Inspection Report §746.801(12)
The health inspection expired 4/26/2023.
Correction verified Jun 14, 2023
MediumMay 26, 2023InspectionOther standards
Written Activity Plan - Group Name and Dates §746.2205(a)(1)
Activity plans identifying the age group the activity plan is designed for and period the plan covers were not posted.
Correction verified Jun 12, 2023
Medium LowMay 26, 2023InspectionRecords & paperwork
Required Admission Information - Date of Admission §746.605(3)
One of six children's files did not have an enrollment date.
Correction verified Jun 12, 2023
Medium HighMay 26, 2023InspectionRecords & paperwork
Required Admission Information - Special Needs Statement §746.605(13)
Five of six children's files did not complete the special needs care statement.
Correction verified Jun 12, 2023
HighMar 24, 2023InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months §746.5101(a)
The fire inspection expired on 3/23/2023.
Correction verified Mar 29, 2023
MediumMar 24, 2023InspectionTraining & qualifications
First Aid Kit - Incomplete Kit §746.4003(a)
The first aid kit was missing scissors, tweezers, disposable gloves, a guide to first aid, gauze, and tape,
Correction verified Mar 28, 2023
MediumMar 24, 2023InspectionStaff ratios
Written Operational Policies - Promotion of Physical Activity §746.501(a)(18)
The operational policies did not include a statement promoting indoor and outdoor physical activivties.
Correction verified Apr 28, 2023

About this center

Licensed capacity24 children
Ages servedInfant, Toddler, Pre-Kindergarten, School
Hours07:00 AM-11:30 PM
DaysMon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
Licensed sinceMar 13, 2024
DirectorLinda Taylor
Phone2107074949
State operation #1764517

Common questions

Does Helen Marie's Christian Childcare take infants?

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

What are Helen Marie's Christian Childcare’s hours?

7 AM to 11:30 PM, Monday through Friday, according to its state licensing record. Confirm holiday and summer hours with the center.

Does Helen Marie's Christian Childcare accept child care subsidies?

Yes, according to its state licensing record.

How much does Helen Marie's Christian Childcare cost?

Texas does not publish individual centers’ prices, so ask Helen Marie's Christian Childcare 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 Helen Marie's Christian Childcare had any serious violations?

Inspectors recorded 14 high-risk citations since 2021. The most recent was on Jul 20, 2026: “AP Ensure total number of children both at & away from center within capacity.” Each one is listed in full above.

How does Helen Marie's Christian Childcare compare with other daycares in San Antonio?

It is tied for #461 of 476 centers in San Antonio by risk-weighted citations per inspection, and is better than 4% of licensed centers statewide (out of 9,147 Texas centers with enough inspection history).

When was Helen Marie's Christian Childcare last inspected?

Aug 4, 2026. Inspectors cited at least one rule 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 1764517 on Search Texas Child Care. Data refreshed Sep 30, 2026.