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New Land Kindergarten, Inc

7014 Rocio Dr, Laredo, TX 78041 · Webb County
3 high-risk citations in last 12 monthsAccepts child care subsidies

New Land Kindergarten, Inc is a licensed child care center in Laredo, TX, licensed for up to 74 children and serving infants through school-age children. It has held its Texas license since 2019. Since October 2021, state inspectors have visited 18 times and investigated 1 report. Inspectors recorded 32 citations, 7 of them high-risk. 4 citations came in the last 12 months, including 3 high-risk. Measured by risk-weighted citations per inspection, it is #88 of 102 centers in Laredo and better than 10% of licensed centers statewide.

Inspection record

Better than 10%of 9,147 Texas licensed centers, comparing risk-weighted citations per inspection. Among the most cited
#88 of 102 centers in Laredo
7High risk
13Medium High risk
12Medium risk
0Medium Low risk
0Low risk
32 citations from 18 inspections and 1 reports since Oct 1, 2021 · 4 in the last 12 months · last inspected Aug 25, 2026

Every state visit

20222023202420252026INSPECTIONS (top) · REPORTS & INVESTIGATIONS (bottom)Aug 25, 2026 · Inspection · no citationAug 13, 2026 · Inspection · citation foundJul 16, 2026 · Inspection · no citationJul 2, 2026 · Inspection · citation foundJun 30, 2026 · Report/investigation · citation foundFeb 18, 2026 · Inspection · no citationJan 30, 2026 · Inspection · citation foundJul 30, 2025 · Inspection · citation foundMar 6, 2025 · Inspection · no citationFeb 21, 2025 · Inspection · citation foundJan 30, 2025 · Inspection · citation foundMay 22, 2024 · Inspection · no citationMay 14, 2024 · Inspection · citation foundFeb 13, 2024 · Inspection · citation foundJun 22, 2023 · Inspection · no citationJun 13, 2023 · Inspection · no citationMay 30, 2023 · Inspection · citation foundAug 8, 2022 · Inspection · citation foundJul 14, 2022 · Inspection · citation found
Citation foundNo citation

What inspectors cited most

Other standards10
Building & playground safety7
Staff ratios5
Health & medication4
Training & qualifications2
Supervision1
Sleep safety1
Caregiver conduct1
Records & paperwork1

Citations, newest first

HighAug 13, 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)
Five children were observed to be unsupervised in a room during naptime.
Correction verified Aug 25, 2026
HighJul 2, 2026InspectionSleep safety
AP Cribs - Only Snug Fitting Sheet and Crib Mattress Cover Allowed if Infant Younger than 12 Months of Age §746.2415(b)
A 11 month old infant was observed sleeping in a play pen with a blanket covering the child's body.
Correction verified Jul 16, 2026
HighJun 30, 2026Found during an investigationCaregiver conduct
Prohibited Punishments - Humiliating, Rejecting, Yelling §746.2805(5)
Based on the information obtained during the course of the investigation, it was determined that a caregiver threatened a child verbally.
Correction verified Aug 13, 2026
Medium HighJan 30, 2026InspectionStaff ratios
Child/Caregiver Ratio - 18 Months Difference in Age §746.1605(1)
A 16 month old infant was observed to be in care with a 37 month old child. NOTE: The infant was moved to the infant classroom.
Correction verified Feb 18, 2026
HighJul 30, 2025InspectionOther standards
Safety Requirements for Play Yards - Snug Fitting, Firm, Flat Mattress Designed for Use in Play Yard and No Extra Pads §746.2411(2)(A)
A play yard was observed to have two mattresses and it was being used by an infant.
Correction verified Aug 14, 2025
MediumJul 30, 2025InspectionHealth & medication
Children's Records - Health Statement §746.603(a)(3)
Two of out six children records evaluated did not have a health provider statement on file. Two of out six children records evaluated did not have an updated health provider statement on file.
Correction verified Aug 14, 2025
MediumFeb 21, 2025InspectionOther standards
Screen Time Activities - Not Used During Eating or Rest Times §746.2207(c)(4)
Children were observed watching a cartoon along with children under 24 months of age. Note: Television was turned off.
Correction verified Mar 6, 2025
Medium HighJan 30, 2025InspectionOther standards
Electronic or Battery-Operated Carbon Monoxide Detector-Check All Detectors Monthly §746.5537(a)(2)
The carbon monoxide detector, fire extinguisher, and smoke detectors were not inspected monthly.
Correction verified Jan 31, 2025
Medium HighJan 30, 2025InspectionStaff ratios
Child/Caregiver Ratio - 18 Months Difference in Age §746.1605(1)
A 16 month old was observed to be in care in the same room as two 3 year olds.
Correction verified Feb 21, 2025
Medium HighJan 30, 2025InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Fire Drill Monthly - Exit in 3 Minutes §746.5205(1)
The fire drill was not conducted monthly. The fire drill was last conducted in November 2024.
Correction verified Jan 31, 2025
MediumJan 30, 2025InspectionOther standards
Screen Time Activities - Not Used During Eating or Rest Times §746.2207(c)(4)
During snack time, children were observed watching a cartoon along with two children under 24 months of age.
Correction verified Feb 21, 2025
MediumJan 30, 2025InspectionOther standards
Written Activity Plans §746.2203(a)
In the toddler room, a written activity plan was not available for review.
Correction verified Feb 21, 2025
Medium HighJan 30, 2025InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Fire Extinguishers Serviced §746.5307(b)
Fire extinguishers were last serviced on December 2023.
Correction verified Feb 4, 2025
HighJan 30, 2025InspectionOther standards
Child-Care Center Must be Equipped with a Working Carbon Monoxide (CO) Detection System §746.5531
The battery operated carbon monoxide detector was not working.
Correction verified Jan 31, 2025
Medium HighMay 14, 2024InspectionHealth & medication
Diaper Changing Equipment - Smooth, Non-absorbent, Easy to Clean Surface §746.3503(a)
The diaper changing mat in the toddler room was observed to be torn.
Correction verified May 22, 2024
Medium HighMay 14, 2024InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Maintenance Procedures for Active Play - Inspect Daily §746.4751(a)
The inspections of the outdoor playground were not conducted daily.
Correction verified May 22, 2024
MediumFeb 13, 2024InspectionRecords & paperwork
Required Personnel Records- Meets Requirements §746.901(2)
One out of five employee records evaluated did not have the education requirements on file.
Correction verified Feb 20, 2024
HighMay 30, 2023InspectionStaff ratios
AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation §745.641
A caregiver without an active background check was observed to be supervising children.
Correction verified Jun 13, 2023
Medium HighMay 30, 2023InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Active Play Surfacing In Use Zones - Loose Fill or Unitary Surfacing §746.4901(a)
Two playground structures (caterpillar and a slide) did not have surfacing. One playground structure did not have the required use zone.
Correction verified Jun 22, 2023
MediumMay 30, 2023InspectionOther standards
Screen Time Activities - Not Used During Eating or Rest Times §746.2207(c)(4)
In the toddler room, children were observed having snacktime and watching television.
Correction verified Jun 13, 2023
MediumMay 30, 2023InspectionTraining & qualifications
Documented Annual Training- Required Content §746.1309(e)
Two out of six employee records were missing the building safety training.
Correction verified Jun 15, 2023
MediumMay 30, 2023InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Children's Products- Annual Certification §746.4135(b)
The required Consumer Product Safety Commission form has not been renewed within the last year.
Correction verified Jun 13, 2023
MediumAug 8, 2022InspectionStaff ratios
Written Operational Policies - Promotion of Physical Activity §746.501(a)(18)
Operational policies did not have the following required topics: Promotion of indoor and outdoor physical activity Review licensing inspection report Abuse and Neglect
Correction verified Aug 15, 2022
MediumJul 14, 2022InspectionHealth & medication
Children's Records - Health Statement §746.603(a)(3)
Two children's records were missing the health provider statement.
Correction verified Jul 29, 2022
Medium HighJul 14, 2022InspectionHealth & medication
Diaper Changing Equipment - Smooth, Non-absorbent, Easy to Clean Surface §746.3503(a)
A diaper changing mat was observed to be torn.
Correction verified Jul 29, 2022
MediumJul 14, 2022InspectionOther standards
Planned Activities Designed to Meet Individual Needs §746.2201(a)
A written activity plan was missing in the pre-k 2 room.
Correction verified Aug 8, 2022
Medium HighJul 14, 2022InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Six Inches if Equipment 5 Ft or Less §746.4907(a)(1)
Two outdoor play structures did not have surfacing.
Correction verified Aug 8, 2022
Medium HighJul 14, 2022InspectionOther standards
Electric or Battery-Operated Carbon Monoxide Detector-Install new Battery in Each CO Detector Annually §746.5537(a)(1)
Smoke detector, carbon monoxide detector, and fire extinguishers have not been inspected monthly.
Correction verified Aug 8, 2022
HighJul 14, 2022InspectionOther standards
Child-Care Center Must be Equipped with a Working Carbon Monoxide (CO) Detection System §746.5531
The operation did not have a carbon monoxide detector.
Correction verified Jul 29, 2022
Medium HighJul 14, 2022InspectionTraining & qualifications
CPR Training and Recertification Adhere to Guidelines-skill based §746.1315(b)(1)
Two employees were missing the in-person CPR training.
Correction verified Jul 29, 2022
Medium HighJul 14, 2022InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Fire Drill Monthly - Exit in 3 Minutes §746.5205(1)
Fire drill has not been conducted monthly.
Correction verified Aug 8, 2022
MediumJul 14, 2022InspectionStaff ratios
Written Operational Policies - Promotion of Physical Activity §746.501(a)(18)
Operational policies did not have the following required topics: Promotion of indoor and outdoor physical activity Procedures to discuss or review operational policies Procedures for parents to participate in operation's activities Review licensing inspection report Abuse and Neglect Gang free zone Parents may visit the operation
Correction verified Aug 8, 2022

About this center

Licensed capacity74 children
Ages servedInfant, Toddler, Pre-Kindergarten, School
Hours07:00 AM-06:00 PM
DaysMon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
Licensed sinceNov 5, 2019
DirectorCristina Zapata
Phone9564410428
State operation #1688817

Common questions

Does New Land Kindergarten, Inc take infants?

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

What are New Land Kindergarten, Inc’s hours?

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

Does New Land Kindergarten, Inc accept child care subsidies?

Yes, according to its state licensing record.

How much does New Land Kindergarten, Inc cost?

Texas does not publish individual centers’ prices, so ask New Land Kindergarten, Inc for its current tuition. For comparison, the median full-day price at licensed centers in the South Texas area, which includes Laredo, is $31.00 a day for infants, $30.20 a day for toddlers and $29.40 a day for 3-year-olds (2025 Texas Child Care Market Rate Survey).

Has New Land Kindergarten, Inc had any serious violations?

Inspectors recorded 7 high-risk citations since 2021. The most recent was on Aug 13, 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 New Land Kindergarten, Inc compare with other daycares in Laredo?

It is #88 of 102 centers in Laredo by risk-weighted citations per inspection, and is better than 10% of licensed centers statewide (out of 9,147 Texas centers with enough inspection history).

When was New Land Kindergarten, Inc last inspected?

Aug 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 1688817 on Search Texas Child Care. Data refreshed Sep 30, 2026.