Kids Academy Learning Center
1416 S Columbia Dr, West Columbia, TX
3.7· 6 reviews
A Better Class Learning Academy
- licensed capacity
- 27
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $172
- year first permitted
- 2016
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About
About A Better Class Learning Academy
A Better Class Learning Academy is a licensed child care center in West Columbia, Texas. The state has permitted it since April 11, 2016, for up to 27 children, serving toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 4:30 PM.
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 5 visits in the last 3 years and cited 12 rules across 4 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
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Ages served: toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 27 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 7:30 AM to 4:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:30 AM to 4:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:30 AM to 4:30 PM |
| Thursday | 7:30 AM to 4:30 PM |
| Friday | 7:30 AM to 4:30 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Licensed capacity | 27 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
A Better Class Learning Academy has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time toddler care at a child care center in Brazoria County has a median price of $172 a week (U.S. Department of Labor, 2022).
Ask the daycare for its ratesIt has not listed its tuition. The county medians below are a starting point.
Infant
Center$185
Home daycare$164
Toddler
Center$172
Home daycare$155
Preschool
Center$167
Home daycare$153
School age
Center$156
Home daycare$144
State record
Inspection reports for A Better Class Learning Academy
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Full Permit
- Capacity
- 27 children
- Ages
- Toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Permit issued
- 2016
- License number
- #1596300
Summary
5 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jan 22, 2026: 1 rule cited
Rules cited on 4 of 5 visits · 12 rules in all · 12 corrected
- Records and paperwork 4
- Staff training and qualifications 3
- Building, equipment and play areas 3
- Health, medication and illness 1
- Safety and hazards 1
For comparison: 78% of Texas daycares had at least one rule cited in the last 3 years; the typical daycare had 3.
A cited rule is what an inspector found on the day of a visit. It is not a rating of the daycare today.
The state lists conditions on this permit.
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Jan 22, 2026Visit1 rule cited
746.303(b) - Report Number of Employees
“A review of the Employees Who Left Employment in 2025 Survey data from January 17, 2026, revealed that the center had not reported the number of employees who left employment in 2025 by January 15, 2026 as required.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 22, 2026
- Dec 19, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Nov 20, 2024Inspection4 rules cited
746.1311(a) - Director Annual Training 30 Hours Required
“The director has 20 hours out of the 30 required hours of training for the previous training year.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 5, 2024
746.603(a)(4) - Children's Records - Immunizations
“One child's file out of four reviewed does not have an immunizations record in their file.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 2, 2024
746.1309(a) - Documented Annual Training Area - 24 Hours Required
“The caregiver only has 20 out of the 24 hours of annual training for the previous training year.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 5, 2024
746.901 - Required Personnel Records
“Personnel records were not complete for the director and the caregiver. The personal history statement, affidavit, proof of pre-service, proof of orientation, and copies of ID were missing from the files. Note: The documents were observed at the last inspection for record keeping but have been misplaced.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 6, 2024
Jan 19, 2024Visit1 rule cited
746.303(b) - Report Number of Employees
“The operation has not reported the number of employees who left employment as required by January 15, 2024.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 23, 2024
Nov 28, 2023Inspection6 rules cited
746.5205(4) - Documentation of Drills
“Documentation of drills must include time started, time exited the building, date, and initials of person conducting the drill.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 8, 2023
746.4805(d) - Measurement of Use Zone for Slides - No Overlap
“The use zone at the exit of two of the slides is over lapping with the slide next to it.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 6, 2023
746.4805(a) - Measurement of Use Zone for Slides - in Front of Access and on Sides
“The three slides on the playground do not have the required 6 feet of use zone.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 6, 2023
746.4751(b) - Maintenance Procedures for Active Play - Monthly Maintenance Checklist
“Monthly check lists have not been completed.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 8, 2023
746.1311(e) - Director Annual Training - Additional required topics
“The director has not completed the training in this section.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 6, 2023
746.5101(a) - Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
“The last documented fire inspection was completed in 2021.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 7, 2023
- Dec 6, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
Dec 8, 2021Inspection4 rules cited
746.603(a)(4) - Children's Records - Immunizations
“One child's file out of four reviewed does not have an immunization record. Note: The immunization record was obtained during the inspection.”
Corrected during the visit
746.3407(12) - Mark Cleaning Supplies, Toxic Materials; Keep Separate from Food and Inaccessible to Children
“Cleaning supplies were observed accessible to children in the restroom. Note: The director removed the cleaning supplies from the restrooom and out of reach of children.”
Corrected during the visit
746.3407(8) - Garbage Inaccessible to Children; Maintained in Sanitary Manner
“There is a large active ant pile on the playground. Note: A picture was taken for the file.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 5, 2022
746.1309(e) - Documented Annual Training- Required Content
“There is no documentation of the trainings completed under this topic.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 14, 2022
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FAQ
Questions about A Better Class Learning Academy
Is A Better Class Learning Academy licensed?
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued April 11, 2016.
When was A Better Class Learning Academy last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on January 22, 2026, with 1 rule cited. It lists 5 visits in the last 3 years.
Has A Better Class Learning Academy had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 12 rules across 4 of 5 visits in the last 3 years; 12 show a correction in the state record. For comparison: 78% of Texas daycares had at least one rule cited in the last 3 years; the typical daycare had 3. A cited rule is what an inspector found on the day of a visit. It is not a rating of the daycare today.
How many children can A Better Class Learning Academy care for?
27, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does A Better Class Learning Academy accept child care subsidies?
The state record does not list it as accepting subsidies. Ask the provider directly.
What are A Better Class Learning Academy's hours?
Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 4:30 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does A Better Class Learning Academy cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (979) 299-2007 to ask.
What is A Better Class Learning Academy's phone number?
(979) 299-2007.
Where is A Better Class Learning Academy?
501 Kirby Dr, West Columbia, TX 77486. The nearest other daycare we list is Kids Academy Learning Center, 0.5 miles away.