Little Hands and Footprints 2
117 S 25th St, Temple, TX
Cadence Academy Preschool
- licensed capacity
- 250
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $133
- year first permitted
- 2004
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About
About Cadence Academy Preschool
Cadence Academy Preschool is a licensed child care center in Temple, Texas. The state has permitted it since June 10, 2004, for up to 250 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. It describes a Bilingual / immersion, Faith-based and Montessori approach, with pre-k, preschool, summer camp and toddler care.
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 36 visits in the last 3 years and cited 29 rules across 15 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsMontessoriPreschool / pre-KSchool-ageSummer campFaith-basedAccepts child care subsidyBilingual program
Ages served: infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
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Ask when you call: rates, current openings and staff-to-child ratio.
- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 250 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license. It lists: 6 weeks - 12 years |
|---|---|
| Programs | Pre-K, preschool, summer camp and toddler care |
| Approach | Bilingual / immersion, Faith-based, Montessori |
| Curriculum | Ascend Curriculum |
| Enrichment | Cadence KickStart™ Soccer |
| Staff | Highly qualified teaching staff |
| Safety | Outdoor playground |
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Accreditation | Texas Rising Star (3-Star) |
| Licensed capacity | 250 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Cadence Academy Preschool has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Bell County has a median price of $133 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$133
Home daycare$121
Toddler
Center$126
Home daycare$116
Preschool
Center$123
Home daycare$115
School age
Center$117
Home daycare$110
State record
Inspection reports for Cadence Academy Preschool
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Full Permit
- Capacity
- 250 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Permit issued
- 2004
- License number
- #839345
Summary
36 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Sep 18, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 16 of 36 visits · 29 rules in all · 29 corrected
- Health, medication and illness 6
- Discipline and child guidance 4
- Supervision and ratios 4
- Safe sleep 3
- Building, equipment and play areas 3
- Safety and hazards 3
- Transportation 2
- Records and paperwork 1
- Staff training and qualifications 1
- Background checks 1
- Other rules 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.
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- Sep 18, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Jul 24, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Jul 21, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Jul 14, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
746.3417(3) - Children Handwashing After Toileting or Diapering
“A caregiver did not wash the hands of a child after diapering.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 24, 2026
Jul 13, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
746.901 - Required Personnel Records
“Observed 10 caregiver files, 3 did not have proof of education. I spoke with the operation about getting the proof of education for each caregiver.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 27, 2026
Jul 8, 2026Visit2 rules cited
746.1315(a) - Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric first aid with rescue breathing and choking.
“Once caregiver who administered first aid to a child in care did not have current first aid training.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 21, 2026
746.701(1) - Licensing Incident/Illness Report Form - Injuries Requiring Medical Treatment or Hospitalization
“An incident report form was not given to the child's parent on the day of the injury. It was sent the following week. I spoke with the director about ensuring that incident reports are given to parents right away. This was corrected when the incident report was emailed to the parent on the inspection date.”
Corrected during the visit
Jul 6, 2026Inspection3 rules cited
746.2909(3) - Arrangement of Napping Equipment -Provides Sufficient Walking and Work Space
“The nap mats did not have enough walking space between them to prevent other children from touching.”
Corrected during the visit
746.3417(3) - Children Handwashing After Toileting or Diapering
“A caregiver did not wash the hands of a child after diapering.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 14, 2026
746.3407(8) - Garbage Inaccessible to Children; Maintained in Sanitary Manner
“The kitchen and 3 classrooms had garbage cans without lids, exposing the children to the inner contents and the walls either need to be painted or covered in area where there is peeling paint or the start of repairs.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 14, 2026
- Jul 3, 2026VisitNo rules cited
- Jun 11, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Jun 1, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Show 44 earlier visits
May 29, 2026Visit2 rules cited
746.2805 - Prohibited Punishments - No Harsh, Cruel or Unusual
“A caregiver in care grabbed a child aggressively by the arm to take the child to the office.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 11, 2026
746.1507(1) - Determining Child/Caregiver Ratios - Basis
“A caregiver in care left another caregiver out of ratio when the caregiver took a child to the office. The caregiver was left with 37 children and the ratio for that age group is 26 children to 1 teacher.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 11, 2026
- May 21, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
May 14, 2026Complaint investigation2 rules cited
746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
“Observed dried food on the trashcans in some of the classrooms, there was also spilled liquid that has dried on the wall behind the trashccans. There was old banana's in the kitchen that had gnats over them, one of the banana's was open. The banana's were thrown away.”
The state verified the correction on May 21, 2026
746.605(15) - Required Admission Information-Child's allergies and Completed Food Allergy Plan
“During an investigation it was found that a child with a food allergy did not have a completed food allergy form.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 10, 2026
May 14, 2026Inspection2 rules cited
746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
“Observed dried food on the trashcans in some of the classrooms, there was also spilled liquid that has dried on the wall behind the trashccans. There was old banana's in the kitchen that had gnats over them, one of the banana's was open. The banana's were thrown away.”
The state verified the correction on May 21, 2026
746.605(15) - Required Admission Information-Child's allergies and Completed Food Allergy Plan
“During an investigation it was found that a child with a food allergy did not have a completed food allergy form.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 10, 2026
- May 6, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- May 5, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Apr 27, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
745.621(a)(2) - AP Initial background checks submitted - At the time you hire someone
“Observed a caregiver at the operation that does not have a cleared background check. This was corrected when the caregiver left the operation.”
The state verified the correction on May 5, 2026
Apr 26, 2026Visit2 rules cited
746.2805 - Prohibited Punishments - No Harsh, Cruel or Unusual
“During an investigation video footage was obtained showing a caregiver grabbing a child roughly and placing the child in the bathroom.”
The state verified the correction on May 21, 2026
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
“A child was left out on the play porch without a caregiver supervising for around 2-3 minutes.”
The state verified the correction on May 6, 2026
- Apr 7, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Mar 20, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Mar 19, 2026VisitNo rules cited
- Mar 9, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Mar 7, 2026Complaint investigation2 rules cited
746.3701 - Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
“The operation manipulated a door with magnets that allowed the door to remain cracked open, which resulted in a child being able to open and close the door repeatedly and get seriously injured by the door. The operation previously had other children be injured by the same doors.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 7, 2026
746.305(a)(2) - AP Report Child Injury Requiring Medical Treatment by a Health-Care Professional or Hospitalization
“During a DFPS investigation a child was injured that required medical attention and the operation did not report the injury to licensing within 48 hours. An administrative penalty will be recommended as a result of this citation, per HRC ?42.078.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 7, 2026
- Mar 4, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Feb 13, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Feb 6, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
746.2426(a)(1) - Infant May Not Sleep in a Restrictive Device
“An infant was observed asleep in a restricted device. This was fixed when the caregiver took the infant out of the restricted device.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 13, 2026
Feb 4, 2026Visit1 rule cited
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
“During an investigation, it was found a child was able to leave the classroom without the caregivers knowing and go down the hallway unsupervised.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 4, 2026
- Dec 8, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Nov 26, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
746.1205(a)(2) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know number of children responsible for
“One classroom stated that they had 13 children but only had 12 children in care.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 8, 2025
Nov 25, 2025Visit3 rules cited
746.2805(6) - Prohibited Punishments - Using Harsh, Abusive or Profane Language
“During an investigation it was found that a caregiver cursed in front of children at the operation.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 8, 2025
746.201(5) - Reporting Suspected Abuse, Neglect, Exploitation-May not delegate responsibility to report
“During an investigation it was found that two allegations of prohibited punshiments were reported to the operation but was not reported to Child Care Regulation.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 8, 2025
746.2807 - Employees Discipline Own Children
“A caregiver disciplined their own child by hitting the child on their hand. The caregiver no longer works at the operation.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 8, 2025
- Oct 20, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Oct 2, 2025Inspection5 rules cited
746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
“On one playground there were 2 sprinkler systems sticking out of the playground that can be a tripping hazard.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 20, 2025
746.3407(12) - Mark Cleaning Supplies, Toxic Materials; Keep Separate from Food and Inaccessible to Children
“During a walk through of the operation, there were cleaning supplies, Odo Ban and shaving cream in a cabinet that was unlocked and in the reach of the children in care. This was corrected when the items were moved to a locked closet.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 20, 2025
746.5617(a)(5) - Required Equipment in Vehicles - Fire Extinguisher
“Observed 3 vehicles used for transportation. One vehicle did not have a fire extinguisher at all and the other two had expired fire extinguishers. One expired in June 2023 and the other expired in May 2023.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 20, 2025
746.4001 - First Aid Kit - Available in Each Building, on Field Trips, during Transportation
“Observed 3 transportation vehicles, two vehicles had first aid kits that were not complete(missing thermometor, scissors and tweezers) and the third did not have a first aid kit at all.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 20, 2025
746.5625(a) - Electronic Child Safety Alarm - is equipped in each vehicle
“Observed the operation using a rental vehicle to transport children that does not have a child safety alarm. I spoke to the operation about putting in a variance until they are able to have their own vehicle out of the shop.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 20, 2025
- Jan 6, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Nov 18, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Nov 14, 2024VisitNo rules cited
Mar 19, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
746.5307(b) - Fire Extinguishers Serviced
“Fire extinguishers had not been serviced since February 2023 and should be serviced annually.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 25, 2024
746.501(a)(9) - Written Operational Policies - Safe Sleep for Infants 12 Months and Younger
“The operation's handbook was missing policies including infant safe sleep, hearing and vision screenings, information about contacting Child Care Regulation and reviewing minimum standards and inspection forms, and breastfeeding.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 25, 2024
- Oct 24, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
- Oct 18, 2023VisitNo rules cited
- Aug 23, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
Aug 14, 2023Inspection5 rules cited
746.3407(12) - Mark Cleaning Supplies, Toxic Materials; Keep Separate from Food and Inaccessible to Children
“Observed cleaning supplies such as lysol, clorox wipes, and frebreeze in unlocked cabinets within reach of children in two toddler rooms and school age room. This was corrected at the inspection when the cleaning supplies wre moved out of the reach of children.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 23, 2023
746.3503(a) - Diaper Changing Equipment - Smooth, Non-absorbent, Easy to Clean Surface
“Observed an infant changing mat to have a small tear. A piece of tape was used until the opration can buy a new mat.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 23, 2023
746.2421(b) - Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days
“Observed infant reading instructions not being updated monthly for all infants not on table food. There was one form for August and 2 forms for July and the room has 10 infant enrolled.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 23, 2023
746.2209 - Posting of Activity Plan
“Observed multiple classrooms that could not provide licesning with a current activity plan. The plan was also not posted outside the room where the operation usually keeps their lesson plans. This was corrected when lesson plans were added to each classroom.”
Corrected during the visit
746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
“Observed that the playground area for the toddlers was not being maintained. Observed trash and a diaper on the ground and dirty play equipment. This was corrected at inspection when the playground area was cleaned up. Observed a light switch without an outlet cover in the school age room. The was corrected at inspection when a cover was placed over the light switch.”
Corrected during the visit
- Apr 14, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
- Apr 10, 2023VisitNo rules cited
- Feb 3, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
- Nov 29, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
- Oct 24, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
- Oct 20, 2022VisitNo rules cited
- Sep 7, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
- Jul 18, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
- Jun 9, 2022VisitNo rules cited
Jun 4, 2022Complaint investigation2 rules cited
746.1201(4) - AP Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Ensure No Child Abused, Neglected, or Exploited
“Based on evidence obtained during an investigation, it was found that a child was abused while in care.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 18, 2022
746.2805(3) - Prohibited Punishments - Pinching, Shaking, or Biting
“Based on evidence obtained during an investigation, it was found that a form of prohibited punishment was used when a caregiver pinched a child in care resulting in a bruise.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 18, 2022
- Jan 21, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
- Oct 20, 2021InspectionNo rules cited
- Oct 14, 2021InspectionNo rules cited
- Oct 13, 2021VisitNo rules cited
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FAQ
Questions about Cadence Academy Preschool
Is Cadence Academy Preschool licensed?
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued June 10, 2004.
When was Cadence Academy Preschool last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on September 18, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 36 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Cadence Academy Preschool had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 29 rules across 16 of 36 visits in the last 3 years; 29 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 Cadence Academy Preschool care for?
250, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Cadence Academy Preschool accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Cadence Academy Preschool's hours?
Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Cadence Academy Preschool cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (254) 791-2900 to ask.
What is Cadence Academy Preschool's phone number?
(254) 791-2900.
Where is Cadence Academy Preschool?
519 Guy Dr, Temple, TX 76504. The nearest other daycare we list is Yahwehs Learning Center, 0.3 miles away.