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Kid N Play Learning Academy

1803 Kenwick Pl, Pasadena, TX 77504 · Harris County
4 high-risk citations in last 12 months

Kid N Play Learning Academy is a licensed child care center in Pasadena, TX, licensed for up to 94 children and serving infants through school-age children. It has held its Texas license since 2026. Since October 2021, state inspectors have visited 5 times and investigated 2 reports. Inspectors recorded 13 citations, 4 of them high-risk, most often for building & playground safety (6 of 13). 13 citations came in the last 12 months, including 4 high-risk. 8% were corrected during the inspection itself. Measured by risk-weighted citations per inspection, it is #36 of 36 centers in Pasadena 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
#36 of 36 centers in Pasadena
4High risk
8Medium High risk
1Medium risk
0Medium Low risk
0Low risk
13 citations from 5 inspections and 2 reports since Oct 1, 2021 · 13 in the last 12 months · last inspected Sep 8, 2026

Every state visit

20222023202420252026INSPECTIONS (top) · REPORTS & INVESTIGATIONS (bottom)Sep 8, 2026 · Inspection · citation foundMay 26, 2026 · Inspection · no citationMay 22, 2026 · Report/investigation · no citationMay 20, 2026 · Inspection · citation foundMay 11, 2026 · Report/investigation · citation foundMay 6, 2026 · Inspection · citation foundFeb 6, 2026 · Inspection · no citation
Citation foundNo citation

What inspectors cited most

Building & playground safety6
Training & qualifications3
Sleep safety2
Other standards1
Transportation1

Citations, newest first

Medium HighSep 8, 2026InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Installation of Unitary Surfacing Materials - to Manufacturer's Specifications §746.4911(a)
The playground was observed with grass growing through the unitary surfacing material. Note: A photo was taken during the inspection.
Medium HighSep 8, 2026InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Garbage Inaccessible to Children; Maintained in Sanitary Manner §746.3407(8)
A diaper was observed in a trash can without a lid. Note: A photo was taken and this was corrected during the inspection.
Corrected during the visit
HighSep 8, 2026InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Safety - Bodies of Water Inaccessible to Children §746.3701(9)
A splash day slip and slide was observed on the playground with water. Note: A photo was taken.
Medium HighSep 8, 2026InspectionTraining & qualifications
Designating Director §746.201(4)
The operation does not have a listed director as of 7/14/2026.
Correction verified Sep 16, 2026
Medium HighSep 8, 2026InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Safety - Electrical Outlets Covered §746.3701(1)
The outlet in the twos classrooms was observed cracked. Note: A photo was taken.
MediumMay 20, 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 infant was observed sleeping with a cup. Note: A photo was taken and this was corrected during the inspection.
Correction verified May 26, 2026
HighMay 20, 2026InspectionSleep safety
Infant May Not Sleep in a Restrictive Device - Remove the infant from the device and place the infant in a crib as soon as possible §746.2426(a)(2)
A ten month old infant was observed sleeping in a swing. Note: A picture was taken and the infant removed from the swing.
Correction verified May 26, 2026
HighMay 20, 2026InspectionOther standards
Basic Requirements for Infants - Free from Choking Objects That May Cause Choking in Infants or Toddlers §746.2401(6)
A two month old infant was observed sleeping inside of a crib with a beaded pacifier clip. Note: A photo was taken and the pacifier clip removed.
Correction verified May 26, 2026
HighMay 11, 2026Found during an investigationTransportation
Required Equipment in Vehicles - List of Children §746.5617(a)(1)
The list of children transported was not available for review.
Correction verified May 26, 2026
Medium HighMay 11, 2026Found during an investigationTraining & qualifications
Transportation Safety Training -Director and Employee Complete 2 Hours Annually §746.1316(a)
One caregiver that transports afterschool children did not have the required transportation training certificate on file.
Correction verified Jun 3, 2026
Medium HighMay 11, 2026Found during an investigationBuilding & playground safety
Sanitize Tables Tops, Furniture and Similar Equipment §746.3407(11)
One toilet in the boys restroom was observed with excrement and bodily fluid. Note: A photo was taken of the restroom.
Correction verified May 26, 2026
Medium HighMay 6, 2026InspectionSleep safety
Requirements for Feeding Infants - No Walking or Sleeping with Bottle or Cup §746.2419(7)
A 17 month old infant was observed sleeping with a cup. Note: A photo was taken and this was corrected during the inspection.
Correction verified May 20, 2026
Medium HighMay 6, 2026InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Floors, ceilings and Walls in Good Repair and Clean §746.3407(9)
A hole was observed in the wall located in the boys bathroom. Note: A photo was taken.
Correction verified May 20, 2026

About this center

Licensed capacity94 children
Ages servedInfant, Toddler, Pre-Kindergarten, School
Hours06:00 AM-06:30 PM
DaysMon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
Licensed sinceFeb 9, 2026
DirectorEstella Pintado
Phone8326724784
State operation #1830914

Common questions

Does Kid N Play Learning Academy take infants?

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

What are Kid N Play Learning Academy’s hours?

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

Does Kid N Play Learning Academy accept child care subsidies?

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

Has Kid N Play Learning Academy had any serious violations?

Inspectors recorded 4 high-risk citations since 2021. The most recent was on Sep 8, 2026: “Safety - Bodies of Water Inaccessible to Children.” Each one is listed in full above.

How does Kid N Play Learning Academy compare with other daycares in Pasadena?

It is #36 of 36 centers in Pasadena 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 Kid N Play Learning Academy last inspected?

Sep 8, 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 1830914 on Search Texas Child Care. Data refreshed Sep 30, 2026.