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Kiddie Academy of Buda

2448 Main Street, Buda, TX 78610 · Hays County
4 high-risk citations in last 12 months

Kiddie Academy of Buda is a licensed child care center in Buda, TX, licensed for up to 195 children and serving infants, toddlers and preschoolers. It has held its Texas license since 2020. Since October 2021, state inspectors have visited 31 times and investigated 20 reports. Inspectors recorded 22 citations, 11 of them high-risk, most often for supervision (9 of 22). 11 citations came in the last 12 months, including 4 high-risk. 5% were corrected during the inspection itself. Its last 2 inspections found no violations. Measured by risk-weighted citations per inspection, it is tied for #11 of 17 centers in Buda and better than 42% of licensed centers statewide.

Inspection record

Better than 42%of 9,147 Texas licensed centers, comparing risk-weighted citations per inspection. About typical
Tied for #11 of 17 centers in Buda
11High risk
8Medium High risk
3Medium risk
0Medium Low risk
0Low risk
22 citations from 31 inspections and 6 reports since Oct 1, 2021 · 11 in the last 12 months · last inspected Sep 25, 2026

Every state visit

20222023202420252026INSPECTIONS (top) · REPORTS & INVESTIGATIONS (bottom)Sep 25, 2026 · Inspection · no citationJul 31, 2026 · Inspection · no citationJun 18, 2026 · Inspection · citation foundJun 16, 2026 · Report/investigation · citation foundJun 9, 2026 · Inspection · no citationJun 8, 2026 · Report/investigation · citation foundMay 18, 2026 · Inspection · no citationMay 14, 2026 · Report/investigation · citation foundApr 20, 2026 · Inspection · no citationMar 26, 2026 · Inspection · no citationMar 19, 2026 · Report/investigation · citation foundMar 13, 2026 · Inspection · no citationMar 9, 2026 · Report/investigation · citation foundJan 29, 2026 · Inspection · no citationJan 29, 2026 · Report/investigation · no citationJan 8, 2026 · Inspection · no citationDec 5, 2025 · Inspection · no citationDec 2, 2025 · Report/investigation · citation foundNov 3, 2025 · Report/investigation · citation foundSep 29, 2025 · Inspection · no citationSep 26, 2025 · Report/investigation · no citationJul 17, 2025 · Inspection · no citationJul 14, 2025 · Report/investigation · no citationJun 30, 2025 · Inspection · no citationMay 27, 2025 · Inspection · no citationMay 23, 2025 · Report/investigation · citation foundFeb 13, 2025 · Inspection · no citationJan 16, 2025 · Inspection · no citationJan 13, 2025 · Report/investigation · citation foundJul 22, 2024 · Inspection · citation foundMay 30, 2024 · Inspection · no citationApr 26, 2024 · Inspection · no citationApr 25, 2024 · Report/investigation · citation foundApr 24, 2024 · Report/investigation · citation foundApr 24, 2024 · Inspection · no citationApr 2, 2024 · Report/investigation · no citationFeb 7, 2024 · Inspection · no citationJan 25, 2024 · Report/investigation · no citationDec 14, 2023 · Inspection · no citationOct 16, 2023 · Inspection · no citationOct 11, 2023 · Report/investigation · citation foundAug 29, 2023 · Report/investigation · citation foundAug 9, 2023 · Inspection · no citationJun 1, 2023 · Inspection · no citationOct 5, 2022 · Inspection · no citationSep 21, 2022 · Report/investigation · no citationSep 20, 2022 · Inspection · no citationNov 29, 2021 · Inspection · no citationOct 12, 2021 · Inspection · no citationOct 12, 2021 · Report/investigation · citation foundOct 4, 2021 · Inspection · no citation
Citation foundNo citation

What inspectors cited most

Supervision9
Other standards3
Health & medication3
Training & qualifications2
Building & playground safety2
Food & feeding1
Caregiver conduct1
Records & paperwork1

Citations, newest first

Medium HighJun 18, 2026InspectionOther standards
Personal use of electronic devices, such as cell phones, MP3 players, tablets, and video games §746.1203(3)(D)
During interviews with children, parents and other educators, all expressed seeing teachers on personal devices while supervising children both in the classroom and outside on the playgrounds.
Correction verified Jun 22, 2026
Medium HighJun 18, 2026InspectionFood & feeding
Nutrition and Food Service - Follow Meal Patterns §746.3301(b)
The menu had a few days where only one component is served, and there are grain based desserts are being served.
Correction verified Jun 18, 2026
HighJun 18, 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 left unsupervised for 4 minutes.
Correction verified Jun 18, 2026
HighJun 16, 2026Found during an investigationCaregiver conduct
Prohibited Punishments - Grabbing and Pulling §746.2805(3)
Correction verified Jul 31, 2026
MediumJun 8, 2026Found during an investigationHealth & medication
Incident/Illness Report Form Shared with Parent §746.707
This investigation found that the incident report was not shared or signed in 48 hours.
Correction verified Jul 8, 2026
HighMay 14, 2026Found during an investigationSupervision
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 left unsupervised for 4 minutes.
Correction verified Jun 18, 2026
Medium HighMar 19, 2026Found during an investigationOther standards
Personal use of electronic devices, such as cell phones, MP3 players, tablets, and video games §746.1203(3)(D)
During interviews with children, parents and other educators, all expressed seeing teachers on personal devices while supervising children both in the classroom and outside on the playgrounds.
Correction verified Jun 18, 2026
Medium HighMar 9, 2026Found during an investigationTraining & qualifications
Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Pre-Service Training §746.1301(a)(2)(A)
All five operation staff members interviewed corroborated the allegation that the kitchen staff are helping in the baby room and stepping into the classroom to relieve teachers for breaks. When asked for proof of pre-service training and orientation, no certificates were produced.
Correction verified Apr 20, 2026
Medium HighMar 9, 2026Found during an investigationTraining & qualifications
Documented Annual Training - Caregivers of Children Under 24 Months Required §746.1309(d)
All five operation staff interviewed verified that the ladies help in the baby room. When asked for certificates showing they have training in shaken baby syndrome, they were unable to show documentation.
Correction verified Apr 20, 2026
HighDec 2, 2025Found during an investigationSupervision
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 17 month old child was left on the playground for 3-5 minutes.
Correction verified Jan 8, 2026
MediumNov 3, 2025Found during an investigationHealth & medication
Incident/Illness Report Form Shared with Parent §746.707
The incident report was signed but not dated by the parent.
Correction verified Jan 8, 2026
HighMay 23, 2025Found during an investigationSupervision
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 caregiver watching the class during naptime had a 5-10 minute long conversation with another caregiver who came in to see if she needed a break. During their 5-10 minute conversation, there was an incident where a child inappropriately touched another child's private areas. This was witnessed on the school's webcam video.
Correction verified Jun 30, 2025
HighMay 23, 2025Found during an investigationRecords & paperwork
Report Situation Placing Children at Risk §746.305(a)(6)
This incident happened on 5/2/2025 and brought to the attention of Administration Staff on that date. It was called in anonymously on 5/27/2025.
Correction verified Jun 30, 2025
MediumJan 13, 2025Found during an investigationHealth & medication
Incident/Illness Report Form Shared with Parent §746.707
An incident report was created and signed by the operation on 1/13/2025, but parents did not sign it until 1/16/2025. This is more than 48 hours later as per minimum standards.
Correction verified Feb 13, 2025
HighJan 13, 2025Found during an investigationSupervision
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 left unattended in a classroom.
Correction verified Feb 13, 2025
Medium HighJul 22, 2024InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Sheltering Drill For Severe Weather-Four times a calendar year §746.5205(2)
The operation has been conducting severe weather and lock down drills twice yearly.
Correction verified Sep 16, 2024
HighApr 25, 2024Found during an investigationSupervision
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)
There was a child that was left in the hallway unattended for a few seconds, before being rejoined with their class outside.
Correction verified May 30, 2024
HighApr 24, 2024Found during an investigationSupervision
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)
There was a lack in supervision when two children exited the building, and emergency gate allowing them to be at the front of the building unsupervised for a few seconds.
Correction verified May 30, 2024
HighOct 11, 2023Found during an investigationSupervision
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)
There was a child that was left outside unattended for 2 minutes.
Correction verified Dec 14, 2023
Medium HighAug 29, 2023Found during an investigationOther standards
Care Requirements for Toddlers - Holding and Comforting §746.2501(4)
Based on the investigation, and video footage it was determined the operation was not in-compliance.
Correction verified Dec 14, 2023
Medium HighOct 12, 2021Found during an investigationBuilding & playground safety
Safety - Areas Free From Hazards §746.3701
A child was injured when a piece of furniture that holds dress up clothing fell on a child when they tugged on the clothing hooks. The daycare removed the piece of furniture from the classroom and removed other ones like it from other classes in the building.
Corrected during the visit
HighSep 30, 2021Found during an investigationSupervision
Responsibilities of Caregivers- Supervision of Children §746.1203(4)
A caregiver did not provide proper supervision when they did not intervene in a situation to ensure a child's safety. The child was injured and had to seek medical attention.
Correction verified Oct 12, 2021

About this center

Licensed capacity195 children
Ages servedInfant, Toddler, Pre-Kindergarten
Hours06:30 AM-06:30 AM
DaysMon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
Licensed sinceDec 15, 2020
DirectorSonia Lopez
Phone7374006700
State operation #1705114

Common questions

Does Kiddie Academy of Buda take infants?

Yes. Texas licenses it to care for infants, toddlers and preschoolers.

What are Kiddie Academy of Buda’s hours?

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

Does Kiddie Academy of Buda accept child care subsidies?

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

Has Kiddie Academy of Buda had any serious violations?

Inspectors recorded 11 high-risk citations since 2021. The most recent was on Jun 18, 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 Kiddie Academy of Buda compare with other daycares in Buda?

It is tied for #11 of 17 centers in Buda by risk-weighted citations per inspection, and is better than 42% of licensed centers statewide (out of 9,147 Texas centers with enough inspection history).

When was Kiddie Academy of Buda last inspected?

Sep 25, 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 1705114 on Search Texas Child Care. Data refreshed Sep 30, 2026.