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First Start Child Care #2

Killeen, TX 76549Operation #1786552

Capacity reported
60
Ages served
4
Programs reported
5
Five-year activities
12

First Start Child Care #2 details

Address
1709 Old Fm 440 Rd, Killeen, TX 76549
Phone
(254) 350-3625
Hours
05:30 AM-06:30 PM
Days
Fri, Mon, Thu, Tue, Wed
Ages licensed to serve
Infant, Pre-Kindergarten, School, Toddler
Capacity
60
Child care subsidies
Acceptance reported in source
Permit
Full Permit · issued Apr 5, 2024

Ages and programs reported

These fields describe the HHSC record, not current openings or a guarantee that every option is offered at all times.

InfantPre-KindergartenSchoolToddlerAfter School CareBefore School CareMeals ProvidedSchool Age CareSnacks Provided

Regulatory activity and compliance context

Texas HHSC presents five years of activity and says online history excludes certain items until due process is complete or waived. Risk levels apply to cited standards; they are not a center ranking.

DateActivityViolation found
May 4, 2026InspectionNo
Apr 22, 2026InspectionYes
Jan 9, 2026InspectionNo
Oct 22, 2025InspectionYes
Oct 15, 2025ReportYes
May 6, 2025InspectionNo
Apr 25, 2025InspectionYes
Sep 11, 2024InspectionNo
Aug 23, 2024InspectionYes
Mar 1, 2024InspectionNo
Jan 24, 2024InspectionNo
Jan 4, 2024InspectionNo

Recent cited standards in the source

Medium High

746.3701 - Safety - Areas Free From Hazards

Correction verification date: May 4, 2026.

Medium High

746.3407(9) - Floors, ceilings and Walls in Good Repair and Clean

Correction verification date: May 4, 2026.

High

746.1205(a)(5) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Intervene to ensure each child's safety

Correction verification date: May 4, 2026.

Medium

746.4003(a) - First Aid Kit - Incomplete Kit

Source says corrected at inspection.

High

746.5317 - Installation of Smoke Detectors

Correction verification date: Oct 23, 2025.

Medium

746.1309(a) - Documented Annual Training Area - 24 Hours Required

Correction verification date: Oct 23, 2025.

High

746.1205(a)(4) - Supervision ensures each child?s safety, well-being, including physical proximity and auditory or visual awareness of each child?s on going activity

Correction verification date: Jan 9, 2026.

Medium

746.2421(b) - Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days

Correction verification date: Apr 29, 2025.

Medium High

746.521(1) - Parent right to enter and examine operation without advance notice

Correction verification date: Apr 29, 2025.

Medium

746.1507(1) - Determining Child/Caregiver Ratios - Basis

Correction verification date: May 6, 2025.

Medium High

746.2405(4) - Infant Care Area Furnishings and Equipment - Hand-washing Sink

Correction verification date: May 6, 2025.

Medium

746.4003(a)(8) - First Aid Kit Incomplete - Tweezers

Correction verification date: Apr 29, 2025.

Medium

746.603(a)(3) - Children's Records - Health Statement

Correction verification date: Sep 11, 2024.

High

746.2401(6) - Basic Requirements for Infants - Free from Choking Objects That May Cause Choking in Infants or Toddlers

Source says corrected at inspection.

Medium Low

746.901(4) - Required Personnel Records - Required Affidavit (Form 2985)

Correction verification date: Aug 26, 2024.

High

746.4601(7) - Safety Requirements for Active Play Equipment - No Pinch, Crush, or Shear Points

Source says corrected at inspection.

High

746.2426(a)(2) - 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

Correction verification date: Dec 1, 2023.

Medium High

746.2911 - Adequate Lighting During Naptime

Correction verification date: Dec 1, 2023.

High

746.1201(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control

Correction verification date: Jan 24, 2024.

High

746.2805(3) - Prohibited Punishments - Grabbing and Pulling

Correction verification date: Jan 24, 2024.

Open official compliance history

Questions about First Start Child Care #2

Is First Start Child Care #2 a licensed child care center?

Texas HHSC listed this operation as an active Licensed Center in the source snapshot dated 2026-09-22. This directory is not the licensing authority; use the official operation link to confirm the current record.

Where can I see inspection information for First Start Child Care #2?

Use the official Texas HHSC compliance-history link on this page. The state record is authoritative and explains its five-year reporting window and due-process limitations.

Does First Start Child Care #2 accept child care subsidies?

The source record reports that this center accepts child care subsidies. Confirm current participation, openings, copays, and family eligibility through the center and Texas Child Care Services.

What are the hours for First Start Child Care #2?

The HHSC source record reports 05:30 AM-06:30 PM on Fri, Mon, Thu, Tue, Wed. Hours can change, so call the center before relying on this schedule.

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