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Rainbow Childrens Station Northwest

6864 Ingram Rd, San Antonio, TX 78238 · Bexar County
Conditions on permit2 high-risk citations in last 12 monthsAccepts child care subsidies

Rainbow Childrens Station Northwest is a licensed child care center in San Antonio, TX, licensed for up to 22 children and serving infants through school-age children. It has held its Texas license since 2024. Since October 2021, state inspectors have visited 21 times and investigated 4 reports. Inspectors recorded 31 citations, 8 of them high-risk. 10 citations came in the last 12 months, including 2 high-risk. 3% were corrected during the inspection itself. Measured by risk-weighted citations per inspection, it is tied for #388 of 476 centers in San Antonio and better than 15% of licensed centers statewide.

Inspection record

Better than 15%of 9,147 Texas licensed centers, comparing risk-weighted citations per inspection. More citations than most
Tied for #388 of 476 centers in San Antonio
8High risk
13Medium High risk
9Medium risk
1Medium Low risk
0Low risk
31 citations from 21 inspections and 4 reports since Oct 1, 2021 · 10 in the last 12 months · last inspected Jun 4, 2026

Every state visit

20222023202420252026INSPECTIONS (top) · REPORTS & INVESTIGATIONS (bottom)Jul 7, 2026 · Assessment · citation foundJun 4, 2026 · Inspection · citation foundJun 1, 2026 · Assessment · citation foundMay 21, 2026 · Inspection · citation foundFeb 10, 2026 · Assessment · citation foundNov 24, 2025 · Inspection · citation foundAug 13, 2025 · Inspection · citation foundMay 9, 2025 · Inspection · no citationApr 2, 2025 · Inspection · no citationMar 20, 2025 · Inspection · citation foundMar 18, 2025 · Report/investigation · citation foundDec 12, 2024 · Inspection · no citationOct 1, 2024 · Inspection · no citationSep 12, 2024 · Report/investigation · no citationAug 26, 2024 · Inspection · no citationAug 13, 2024 · Inspection · citation foundJul 2, 2024 · Inspection · no citationJun 17, 2024 · Inspection · no citationJun 5, 2024 · Report/investigation · no citationApr 12, 2024 · Inspection · no citationApr 5, 2024 · Inspection · citation foundMar 19, 2024 · Inspection · no citationFeb 8, 2024 · Inspection · no citationFeb 6, 2024 · Report/investigation · citation foundJan 25, 2024 · Inspection · citation foundJan 3, 2024 · Inspection · no citationDec 14, 2023 · Inspection · citation foundNov 7, 2023 · Inspection · citation found
Citation foundNo citation

What inspectors cited most

Other standards7
Staff ratios5
Sleep safety4
Training & qualifications4
Health & medication4
Food & feeding4
Supervision1
Records & paperwork1
Building & playground safety1

Citations, newest first

HighJul 7, 2026InspectionOther standards
Franchise Tax Delinquent §745.247
According to the Texas Comptroller website, the business entity's Franchise Tax Account Status is Inactive/Forfeited. The operation is currently providing care to children with an inactive status.
Correction verified Jul 21, 2026
Medium HighJun 4, 2026InspectionOther standards
Complying with Laws and Rules §746.201(9)
Upon reviewing records, it was noted children attended operation for more that 15 days in one month.
Correction verified Jun 22, 2026
Medium HighJun 1, 2026InspectionSleep safety
Parental Notification of Safe Sleeping Deficiency §746.309(a)(1)
Operation did not submit Safe Sleep Parent Notification on the due date 5.29.26.
Correction verified Jun 3, 2026
Medium HighMay 21, 2026InspectionTraining & qualifications
Documented Annual Training - Caregivers of Children Under 24 Months Required §746.1309(d)
At time of inspection, an infant caregiver who was providing direct care of children did not have the required SIDS,Understanding early childhood brain development, and Recognizing and preventing shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma training.
Correction verified Jun 4, 2026
Medium HighMay 21, 2026InspectionOther standards
Complying with Laws and Rules §746.201(9)
At time of inspection, it was noted children attended operation for more that 15 days in one month.
Correction verified Jun 4, 2026
HighMay 21, 2026InspectionSleep safety
AP Cribs - Only Snug Fitting Sheet and Crib Mattress Cover Allowed if Infant Younger than 12 Months of Age §746.2415(b)
At time of inspection, an infant younger than 12 months was observed in a stationed bouncy chair inside the play yard.
Correction verified Jun 4, 2026
MediumMay 21, 2026InspectionTraining & qualifications
Director Annual Training 30 Hours Required §746.1311(a)
At time of inspection a directors file only had 12 out of the 30 required annual training.
Correction verified Jul 27, 2026
MediumFeb 10, 2026InspectionOther standards
Liability Insurance Requirements - Provide Proof of Coverage Annually by Anniversary Date of Issuance §746.203(2)
The operation did not update their liability insurance information by the renewal date.
Correction verified Feb 11, 2026
MediumNov 24, 2025InspectionTraining & qualifications
Documented Annual Training- Required Content §746.1309(e)
Two out of four records reviewed did not have the required trainings at review.
Correction verified Dec 21, 2025
MediumNov 24, 2025InspectionHealth & medication
Children's Records - Immunizations §746.603(a)(4)
Two out of four records reviewed did not have current immunizations on file at the time of review.
Correction verified Dec 21, 2025
HighAug 13, 2025InspectionStaff ratios
AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation §745.641
A caregiver was observed present and caring for children without a background check.
Correction verified Aug 21, 2025
HighMar 20, 2025InspectionSupervision
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 5 year old and 9 month old were left unsupervised in a classroom while the director took the rest of the group to the restroom. This was partially corrected when the infant caregiver moved the 9 month old to the infant room but the 5 year old was remained unsupervised in the classroom. A 3 year old then left the restroom and entered the classroom unattended. The 3 year old and 5 year old were observed unsupervised in the classroom. This was corrected when the director and the rest of the group returned to the classroom where the 5 and 3 year old were.
Correction verified Apr 2, 2025
MediumMar 18, 2025Found during an investigationRecords & paperwork
Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Employees' Attendance §746.801(5)
Based on the evidence gathered, one of the directors does not maintain attendance records or time sheets for themselves and could not provide this documentation upon request.
Correction verified May 9, 2025
Medium HighMar 18, 2025Found during an investigationStaff ratios
Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children §746.1601
Based on the evidence gathered, a group of children with a specified age of 2 years old was out of ratio by one child for at least 10 minutes on 03/18/2025. One caregiver had 12 children in their group.
Correction verified May 9, 2025
Medium HighAug 13, 2024InspectionHealth & medication
Safety - Televisions Anchored to Prevent Tip Over §746.3701(10)
A television was observed not mounted during inspection.
Correction verified Aug 26, 2024
HighApr 5, 2024InspectionFood & feeding
Mark Cleaning Supplies, Toxic Materials; Keep Separate from Food and Inaccessible to Children §746.3407(12)
The cleaning sprays located in the cabinet in the restroom used by children were accessible as the child proof lock was unlocked. Note: This was corrected at inspection as the cabinet was locked with the child proof lock.
Correction verified Apr 12, 2024
Medium HighApr 5, 2024InspectionHealth & medication
Immunization Records, Exceptions, and Exemptions Current §746.613(b)
Two out the four files reviewed did not have current immunization records.
Correction verified May 3, 2024
Medium HighApr 5, 2024InspectionTraining & qualifications
Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Pediatric First Aid with Rescue Breathing §746.1301(a)(3)(A)
One out of the three staff records reviewed did not have current First Aid and CPR training.
Correction verified Apr 10, 2024
HighApr 5, 2024InspectionSleep safety
Infant May Not Sleep in a Restrictive Device §746.2426(a)(1)
A nine month infant was observed sleeping in a restrictive device. Note: This was corrected at inspection when the infant woke up when being removed from the restrictive device.
Correction verified Apr 12, 2024
Medium HighFeb 6, 2024Found during an investigationOther standards
Personal use of electronic devices, such as cell phones, MP3 players, tablets, and video games §746.1203(3)(D)
Based on information gathered during the course of the investigation, a caregiver was on her phone while supervising the children in care.
Correction verified Mar 19, 2024
Medium HighFeb 6, 2024Found during an investigationBuilding & playground safety
Using, Storing and Disposing of Hazardous Materials §746.3407(13)
A staff member used too much bleach when mopping the floor, causing a child's pants to get bleach stains when child crawled on the floor.
Correction verified Mar 19, 2024
Medium HighJan 25, 2024InspectionFood & feeding
Requirements for Feeding Infants - Label Bottles/Cups §746.2419(6)
3 infant bottles were not labeled.
Correction verified Feb 8, 2024
MediumJan 25, 2024InspectionFood & feeding
Written Feeding Instructions - Signed and Dated by Parent or Health-Care Professional §746.2421(a)
2 infant feeding schedules observed had not been signed by the parent.
Correction verified Feb 8, 2024
Medium HighJan 25, 2024InspectionHealth & medication
Diaper Changing Equipment - Smooth, Non-absorbent, Easy to Clean Surface §746.3503(a)
The infant changing mat was observed to be torn. Note: This was CORRECTED AT INSPECTION when the old changing mat was removed.
Corrected during the visit
MediumJan 25, 2024InspectionSleep safety
Infant Care Area Furnishings and Equipment - Crib, Cot, or Bed for Each Walking Infant §746.2405(3)
An 11 month old non-walking infant was observed sleeping on a mat.
Correction verified Feb 8, 2024
Medium HighDec 14, 2023InspectionFood & feeding
Employee Handwashing Before Feeding a Child §746.3415(2)
Caregivers did not wash their hands before feeding children and after removing gloves.
Correction verified Jan 3, 2024
HighDec 14, 2023InspectionOther standards
HRC42.054 - Required Fees
A background check fee has not been paid.
Correction verified Dec 27, 2023
MediumDec 14, 2023InspectionOther standards
Screen Time Activities - Not Used for Under Two §746.2207(a)
A child under the age of two years old was observed watching television. Note: This was corrected at inspection when the child was moved.
Correction verified Jan 3, 2024
MediumNov 7, 2023InspectionStaff ratios
Written Operational Policies - Meals §746.501(a)(10)
Meals were not included in the operational policies.
Correction verified Nov 8, 2023
HighNov 7, 2023InspectionStaff ratios
Written Operational Policies - Safe Sleep for Infants 12 Months and Younger §746.501(a)(9)
The infant safe sleep policy was not included in the operational policies.
Correction verified Nov 8, 2023
Medium LowNov 7, 2023InspectionStaff ratios
Operational Policies - Inform Parents That They May Visit Center Anytime During Operating Hours §746.501(b)(1)
Operational policies did not include the open door policy.
Correction verified Nov 8, 2023

About this center

Licensed capacity22 children
Ages servedInfant, Toddler, Pre-Kindergarten, School
Hours06:45 AM-06:00 PM
DaysMon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
Licensed sinceNov 20, 2024
DirectorDiana Zamora
Phone2104550203
State operation #1788595

Common questions

Does Rainbow Childrens Station Northwest take infants?

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

What are Rainbow Childrens Station Northwest’s hours?

6:45 AM to 6 PM, Monday through Friday, according to its state licensing record. Confirm holiday and summer hours with the center.

Does Rainbow Childrens Station Northwest accept child care subsidies?

Yes, according to its state licensing record.

How much does Rainbow Childrens Station Northwest cost?

Texas does not publish individual centers’ prices, so ask Rainbow Childrens Station Northwest 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 Rainbow Childrens Station Northwest had any serious violations?

Inspectors recorded 8 high-risk citations since 2021. The most recent was on Jul 7, 2026: “Franchise Tax Delinquent.” Each one is listed in full above.

How does Rainbow Childrens Station Northwest compare with other daycares in San Antonio?

It is tied for #388 of 476 centers in San Antonio by risk-weighted citations per inspection, and is better than 15% of licensed centers statewide (out of 9,147 Texas centers with enough inspection history).

When was Rainbow Childrens Station Northwest last inspected?

Jun 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 1788595 on Search Texas Child Care. Data refreshed Sep 30, 2026.