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La Petite Academy Eckhert

5718 Eckhert Rd, San Antonio, TX 78240 · Bexar County
1 high-risk citation in last 12 monthsAccepts child care subsidies

La Petite Academy Eckhert is a licensed child care center in San Antonio, TX, licensed for up to 136 children and serving infants through school-age children. It has held its Texas license since 1988. Since October 2021, state inspectors have visited 19 times and investigated 8 reports. Inspectors recorded 29 citations, 6 of them high-risk, most often for health & medication (7 of 29). 12 citations came in the last 12 months, including 1 high-risk. 21% were corrected during the inspection itself. Measured by risk-weighted citations per inspection, it is tied for #396 of 476 centers in San Antonio and better than 14% of licensed centers statewide.

Inspection record

Better than 14%of 9,147 Texas licensed centers, comparing risk-weighted citations per inspection. Among the most cited
Tied for #396 of 476 centers in San Antonio
6High risk
15Medium High risk
8Medium risk
0Medium Low risk
0Low risk
29 citations from 19 inspections and 4 reports since Oct 1, 2021 · 12 in the last 12 months · last inspected Jul 30, 2026

Every state visit

20222023202420252026INSPECTIONS (top) · REPORTS & INVESTIGATIONS (bottom)Jul 30, 2026 · Inspection · no citationJul 30, 2026 · Report/investigation · citation foundJul 7, 2026 · Inspection · citation foundJan 27, 2026 · Inspection · no citationJan 13, 2026 · Inspection · citation foundJul 3, 2025 · Report/investigation · no citationMay 20, 2025 · Inspection · citation foundApr 21, 2025 · Inspection · no citationApr 17, 2025 · Report/investigation · citation foundOct 2, 2024 · Inspection · no citationSep 4, 2024 · Inspection · no citationAug 13, 2024 · Inspection · no citationAug 5, 2024 · Report/investigation · no citationJun 13, 2024 · Inspection · no citationFeb 13, 2024 · Inspection · no citationFeb 5, 2024 · Inspection · no citationDec 27, 2023 · Inspection · no citationDec 14, 2023 · Report/investigation · citation foundDec 6, 2023 · Inspection · no citationOct 11, 2023 · Inspection · no citationOct 9, 2023 · Report/investigation · citation foundAug 1, 2023 · Inspection · citation foundJul 13, 2023 · Report/investigation · citation foundAug 31, 2022 · Inspection · citation foundNov 5, 2021 · Inspection · no citationOct 25, 2021 · Inspection · no citationOct 17, 2021 · Report/investigation · no citation
Citation foundNo citation

What inspectors cited most

Health & medication7
Training & qualifications6
Building & playground safety4
Records & paperwork4
Other standards3
Caregiver conduct3
Staff ratios1
Supervision1

Citations, newest first

Medium HighJul 30, 2026Found during an investigationOther standards
Electronic or Battery-Operated Carbon Monoxide Detector-Check All Detectors Monthly §746.5537(a)(2)
The operation was not conducting monthly testing of the carbon monoxide detector. Noted: this was corrected during the inspection on 7/30/26, when Form 7263 was provided to the operation, and the detector test conducted that day was documented.
Corrected during the visit
Medium HighJul 30, 2026Found during an investigationOther standards
Requirement of Gas Leak Inspection §746.5401
The operation did not have a current gas inspection conducted. The last inspection was completed on July 25th, 2024.
Correction verified Aug 10, 2026
MediumJul 7, 2026InspectionTraining & qualifications
Director Annual Training 30 Hours Required §746.1311(a)
The director did not have the required number of training hour certificates available for review.
Correction verified Jul 21, 2026
MediumJul 7, 2026InspectionTraining & qualifications
Documented Annual Training Area - 24 Hours Required §746.1309(a)
Two caregivers that have been employed for over a year, did not have the required 24 hours of training certificates available for review.
Correction verified Jul 20, 2026
Medium HighJan 13, 2026InspectionHealth & medication
Immunization Records, Exceptions, and Exemptions Current §746.613(b)
Four of the ten children's files reviewed did not have current immunization records in their files available for rreview.
Correction verified Jan 22, 2026
MediumJan 13, 2026InspectionTraining & qualifications
Documented Annual Training- Required Content §746.1309(e)
Two of the ten staff files reviewed did not include training certificates available for review in required topics: Administering Medication, Preventing and responding to emergencies due to food or an allergic reaction, and Handling, storing, and disposing of hazardous materials.
Correction verified Jan 22, 2026
Medium HighJan 13, 2026InspectionHealth & medication
Diapering Procedures - Sanitizing Diaper Changing Area §746.3505(e)
After a diaper change, the caregiver was observe to not sanitize the changing table surface and was going to continue changing another child's diaper. Noted: This was corrected during the inspection when the caregiver was advised to sanitize the surface and reminded to sanitize between each diaper change.
Corrected during the visit
Medium HighJan 13, 2026InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Six Inches if Equipment 5 Ft or Less §746.4907(a)(1)
The loose-fill on both active play spaces was observed to not be installed to the required depth of six inches around and under the play structures.
Correction verified Feb 17, 2026
Medium HighJan 13, 2026InspectionStaff ratios
Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children §746.1601
In a room with a Specified Age of 0-11 months, there were five children with one caregiver. Noted: this was corrected when the oldest child in the group was transitioned to the next room.
Correction verified Jan 27, 2026
Medium HighJan 13, 2026InspectionHealth & medication
Employee Handwashing After Removing Gloves §746.3415(13)
After diapering, gloves were utilized, a caregiver was observed to not wash their hands after removing their gloves and was going to continue changing additional changing. Noted: This was corrected during the inspection when the caregiver was advised to wash their hands after removing gloves and in between each diaper change.
Corrected during the visit
Medium HighJan 13, 2026InspectionHealth & medication
Children Handwashing After Toileting or Diapering §746.3417(3)
After diapering, in an infant room, the caregiver was observed to not assist the child to wash their hands and allowed to child to continue to play. Noted: This was corrected during the inspection when the caregiver was advised to wash the child's hands.
Corrected during the visit
HighJan 13, 2026InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months §746.5101(a)
The operation has not had an updated fire inspection. The most recent fire inspection was completed on August 6, 2024.
Correction verified Feb 6, 2026
MediumMay 20, 2025InspectionTraining & qualifications
Documented Annual Training- Required Content §746.1309(e)
Three staff members did not have training certificates in required topics; administering medication, food allergies, and hazardous materials available for review.
Correction verified Jun 6, 2025
MediumMay 20, 2025InspectionTraining & qualifications
Director Annual Training - Additional required topics §746.1311(e)
Training certificates in required topics, such as; administering medication, hazardous materials, and food allergies were not available for review.
Correction verified May 30, 2025
Medium HighMay 20, 2025InspectionTraining & qualifications
Transportation Safety Training -Director and Employee Complete 2 Hours Annually §746.1316(a)
Individuals responsible for transportation did not have training certificates available for review in transportation totaling two hours.
Correction verified May 31, 2025
HighApr 17, 2025Found during an investigationCaregiver conduct
Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control §746.1201(1)
Through an investigation, it was determined that a caregiver did not utilize good judgment when he allowed a child to remain outdoors unsupervised.
Correction verified May 20, 2025
HighApr 17, 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)
Through an investigation, it was determined that proper supervision was not practiced when a child was left unattended outdoors for 21 seconds. The child was returned indoors, unharmed.
Correction verified May 20, 2025
HighDec 14, 2023Found during an investigationCaregiver conduct
Prohibited Punishments - Grabbing and Pulling §746.2805(3)
It was determined during the investigation process that a caregiver used prohibited punishment.
Correction verified Feb 13, 2024
MediumOct 9, 2023Found during an investigationRecords & paperwork
Parental Notification of Less Serious Injuries §746.307(c)
Parents were not notified of less serious injuries such as bites.
Correction verified Dec 6, 2023
Medium HighOct 9, 2023Found during an investigationOther standards
Personal use of electronic devices, such as cell phones, MP3 players, tablets, and video games §746.1203(3)(D)
A caregiver was utilizing her personal device to text while in charge of supervising a group of children.
Correction verified Dec 6, 2023
Medium HighAug 1, 2023InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Safety - Areas Free From Hazards §746.3701
A tree fell on the playground (utilized by infants and toddlers), damaged the fence. The tree has not been removed and the fence has not been repaired.
Correction verified Aug 22, 2023
Medium HighAug 1, 2023InspectionRecords & paperwork
Required Admission Information - Special Needs Statement §746.605(13)
Four of the ten children's records reviewed did not include a special care statement.
Correction verified Aug 11, 2023
MediumAug 1, 2023InspectionHealth & medication
Children's Records - Health Statement §746.603(a)(3)
Six of the ten children's records reviewed did not include a healthcare provider statement.
Correction verified Aug 11, 2023
MediumAug 1, 2023InspectionRecords & paperwork
Required Admission Information - Physician Information §746.605(11)
Five of the ten children's records reviewed did not include physician or emergency-care facility information.
Correction verified Aug 11, 2023
Medium HighAug 1, 2023InspectionRecords & paperwork
Required Admission Information - Emergency Contact §746.605(6)
Five of the ten children's files reviewed did not include all necessary information for the emergency contact person listed.
Correction verified Aug 11, 2023
HighAug 1, 2023InspectionHealth & medication
Required Admission Information - Emergency Medical Authorization §746.605(12)
Four of the ten children's files reviewed did not include emergency care authorization.
Correction verified Aug 11, 2023
HighJul 13, 2023Found during an investigationCaregiver conduct
Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control §746.1201(1)
A caregiver failed to evaluate a child's ear after being notified of a bead being inserted into the ear.
Correction verified Aug 1, 2023
Medium HighAug 31, 2022InspectionHealth & medication
Diapering Procedures - Sanitizing Diaper Changing Area §746.3505(e)
A caregiver did not sanitize the diaper changing table after a diaper change. Note: This was corrected at inspection as the caregiver sanitized the diaper changing mat.
Corrected during the visit
Medium HighAug 31, 2022InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Safety - Areas Free From Hazards §746.3701
Cleaning supplies were accessible to the children in care as they were located in the cabinet beneath the diaper changing table with the child safety lock unlocked. Note: This was corrected at inspection as the child safety lock was locked.
Corrected during the visit

About this center

Licensed capacity136 children
Ages servedInfant, Toddler, Pre-Kindergarten, School
Hours06:30 AM-06:30 PM
DaysMon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
Licensed sinceJun 13, 1988
DirectorAntonio Alicea
Phone2105587244
State operation #236382- 684

Common questions

Does La Petite Academy Eckhert take infants?

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

What are La Petite Academy Eckhert’s hours?

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

Does La Petite Academy Eckhert accept child care subsidies?

Yes, according to its state licensing record.

How much does La Petite Academy Eckhert cost?

Texas does not publish individual centers’ prices, so ask La Petite Academy Eckhert 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 La Petite Academy Eckhert had any serious violations?

Inspectors recorded 6 high-risk citations since 2021. The most recent was on Jan 13, 2026: “Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months.” Each one is listed in full above.

How does La Petite Academy Eckhert compare with other daycares in San Antonio?

It is tied for #396 of 476 centers in San Antonio by risk-weighted citations per inspection, and is better than 14% of licensed centers statewide (out of 9,147 Texas centers with enough inspection history).

When was La Petite Academy Eckhert last inspected?

Jul 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 236382- 684 on Search Texas Child Care. Data refreshed Sep 30, 2026.