Mexia Head Start
1023 E Main St, Mexia, TX
Cool Cats Learning Academy
- licensed capacity
- 34
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $127
- year first permitted
- 2022
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About
About Cool Cats Learning Academy
Cool Cats Learning Academy is a licensed child care center in Mexia, Texas. The state has permitted it since April 22, 2022, for up to 34 children, serving toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 23 visits in the last 3 years and cited 33 rules across 14 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
School-ageAccepts child care subsidy
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
- 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 34 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 | Toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 34 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Cool Cats Learning Academy has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time toddler care at a child care center in Limestone County has a median price of $127 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$134
Home daycare$122
Toddler
Center$127
Home daycare$117
Preschool
Center$124
Home daycare$116
School age
Center$117
Home daycare$110
State record
Inspection reports for Cool Cats Learning Academy
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Full Permit
- Capacity
- 34 children
- Ages
- Toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Permit issued
- 2022
- License number
- #1720184
Summary
23 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Sep 25, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 15 of 23 visits · 33 rules in all · 33 corrected
- Records and paperwork 9
- Safety and hazards 7
- Supervision and ratios 4
- Health, medication and illness 4
- Food and nutrition 3
- Staff training and qualifications 2
- Discipline and child guidance 2
- Building, equipment and play areas 2
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 25, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Jul 21, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
746.401(11) - Required Postings-Licensing notices with instructions to post
“The permit renewal letter was not posted. This was corrected during the inspection when the letter was printed out and posted.”
Corrected during the visit
- May 11, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
May 6, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
746.1205(a)(2) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know number of children responsible for
“A caregiver stated that they had 13 children in their group when they were responsible for two classes combined and had 20 children in their group.”
The state verified the correction on May 11, 2026
May 1, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
746.1605(1) - Child/Caregiver Ratio - 18 Months Difference in Age
“There was a three-year-old infant/toddler room where the youngest child was sixteen months old. This was corrected when the three-year-old was sent to the pre-k room. The next oldest child in the infant/toddler room was 25 months old.”
The state verified the correction on May 6, 2026
Apr 17, 2026Inspection2 rules cited
746.3417(3) - Children Handwashing After Toileting or Diapering
“A child had their diaper changed and did not wash hands afterwards. This was corrected during the inspection when the caregiver was reminded about handwashing and washed the child's hands.”
The state verified the correction on May 1, 2026
746.3503(b) - Diaper Changing Equipment - No Play or Eating Surfaces Used
“A caregiver changed a child's diaper on the floor where children were playing.”
The state verified the correction on May 1, 2026
Apr 15, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
746.3407(12) - Mark Cleaning Supplies, Toxic Materials; Keep Separate from Food and Inaccessible to Children
“There was a bottle of Clorox wipes on a bookshelf within reach of children. This was corrected during the inspection when the caregiver moved them to a higher shelf out of reach.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 17, 2026
Apr 9, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
746.4003(a) - First Aid Kit - Incomplete Kit
“The first aid kit at the new building was missing a thermometer and a guide to first aid.”
The state verified the correction on May 1, 2026
Apr 9, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
746.4003(a) - First Aid Kit - Incomplete Kit
“The first aid kit at the new building was missing a thermometer and a guide to first aid.”
The state verified the correction on May 1, 2026
Mar 12, 2026Inspection8 rules cited
746.3905(a) - Animals at Center - No Contact with Chickens, Ducks, Reptiles
“The operation has a chicken coop on the playground, and the children are able to touch the chickens through the gate of the coop which is made of a steel wire fence with holes large enough to allow contact.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 19, 2026
746.4003(a) - First Aid Kit - Incomplete Kit
“The first aid kit was missing a guide to first aid, antiseptic solution or wipes, and gloves.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 17, 2026
746.401(11) - Required Postings-Licensing notices with instructions to post
“The operation did not have their permit renewal posted.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 19, 2026
746.1309(e) - Documented Annual Training- Required Content
“One caregiver was missing training in preventing the spread of communicable diseases.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 19, 2026
746.2431 - Infant Daily Report - Share with Parent
“Infant reports were not being completed.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 19, 2026
746.2206(1) - Written Activity Plan - Outdoor Play Opportunities
“The toddlers did not have two outdoor opportunities scheduled and the pre-k class did not have 90 minutes of physical activities scheduled.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 17, 2026
746.4907(a)(1) - Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Six Inches if Equipment 5 Ft or Less
“There was a slide structure on the playground that did not have any loose-fill.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 17, 2026
746.301(2) - Notification of Change in Space
“The operation changed the room that the infants were in to a room that was not previously licensed for infants and stopped using their second infant room without notifying Child Care Regulation. This was corrected during the inspection when the director informed CCR that the infants were now in the old toddler room.”
Corrected during the visit
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Mar 10, 2026Complaint investigation1 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 the investigation, there was sufficient evidence to determine that two children were able to leave their classroom unsupervised while their caregiver was distracted.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 9, 2026
- Nov 4, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Oct 27, 2025Inspection3 rules cited
746.1205(a)(2) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know number of children responsible for
“A caregiver stated they had ten children in care when they had nine children.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 4, 2025
746.4907(a)(1) - Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Six Inches if Equipment 5 Ft or Less
“All slides that are five feet or smaller must have a minimum of six inches of loose-fill in the use zones. The use zones for these slides must extend six feet out from the exit, six feet from the access point where children climb up, and six feet to each side. Having loose-fill in these areas will help prevent injuries, as it provides a shock-aborbing surface in case of a fall.”
Corrected during the visit
746.3701(1) - Safety - Electrical Outlets Covered
“Two outlets in the toddler room were missing covers. This was corrected during the inspection when outlet covers were placed in the outlets.”
Corrected during the visit
- Aug 19, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- May 1, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Apr 18, 2025Complaint investigation1 rule cited
746.401(6) - Posting Requirements - Daily menu, including all snacks and meals served by the child care center
“The operation did not have a menu for May posted. This was corrected during the inspection when a menu was created and posted.”
Corrected during the visit
Apr 2, 2025Inspection5 rules cited
746.2421(b) - Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days
“One infant who was still on formula did not have updated feeding instructions. This was corrected during the inspection when the parent signed and dated the feeding instructions to indicate that they had not changed.”
Corrected during the visit
746.2206(2)(B) - Written Activity Plan - Active Play Pre K - 90 Minutes of Moderate to Vigorous
“One of the pre-k classes only had 60 minutes of physical activity on the schedule and some of the toddler classes only had 45 minutes of physical activity scheduled.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 4, 2025
746.401(9) - Posting Requirements - List entitled "Current Employees"--sized at least 81/2 X 11 inches, printed legibly, include employee first and last name
“This operation did not have a current list of employees posted.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 4, 2025
746.5205(1) - Fire Drill Monthly - Exit in 3 Minutes
“The operation did not conduct a fire drill in March. This was corrected during the inspection when a fire drill was conducted and the children were able to exit within three minutes.”
Corrected during the visit
746.4135(b) - Children's Products- Annual Certification
“The operation did not have a children's product certification form available for review.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 4, 2025
Jan 16, 2025Visit1 rule cited
746.303(b) - Report Number of Employees
“A review of the Employees Who Left Employment in 2024 data revealed the center did not report the number of employees who left employment in 2024 by January 15, 2025, as required.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 23, 2025
Sep 20, 2024Inspection3 rules cited
746.2421(b) - Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days
“Two infants who were not on table food yet had feeding instructions that were not updated monthly.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 8, 2024
746.603(a) - Children's Records Maintained
“Out of eight children's records reviewed, one child was missing an admission date, one was missing an an updated immunization record, and one was missing a physician's health statement.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 8, 2024
746.1309(e) - Documented Annual Training- Required Content
“Out of eight caregivers' files reviewed, one did not have training in the following required topics: abuse and neglect, communicable diseases, food allergies, and handling hazardous materials. This was corrected during the inspection as the caregiver is currently on leave.”
Corrected during the visit
- Jun 14, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Mar 1, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Feb 14, 2024Inspection4 rules cited
746.3701(1) - Safety - Electrical Outlets Covered
“An electrical outlet in one of the infant rooms did not have a childproof cover. This was corrected during inspection when the director put a childproof cover on the outlet.”
Corrected during the visit
746.3407(12) - Mark Cleaning Supplies, Toxic Materials; Keep Separate from Food and Inaccessible to Children
“There was a bottle of cleaning solution in an unlocked cabinet where children could access it. This was corrected during the inspection when the caregiver moved the bottle to a drawer out of the reach of the children.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 1, 2024
746.2431(5) - Infant Daily Report - Summary of Activities
“The infant daily reports did not have sections for each infant's mood and a summary of daily activities.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 21, 2024
746.501(a)(18)(F) - Written Operational Policies - Criteria for Extreme Weather
“The parent handbook did not have the criteria for extreme weather that will prohibit children from going outside to play.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 21, 2024
- Dec 20, 2023VisitNo rules cited
- Aug 30, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
- Aug 25, 2023VisitNo rules cited
- Aug 15, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
- Aug 11, 2023VisitNo rules cited
Jun 23, 2023Inspection2 rules cited
746.3503(b) - Diaper Changing Equipment - No Play or Eating Surfaces Used
“The children in the Toddler classroom were observed being changed on the floor where the children were observed playing. This was corrected when the caregiver sanitized the area and moved the diaper changing area.”
Corrected during the visit
746.1315(b) - Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric CPR
“A caregiver in care did not have current CPR/First Aid certification on file. The certification expired in May 2023.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 30, 2023
Jan 17, 2023Inspection2 rules cited
746.2411(2)(B) - Safety Requirements for Play Yards - Snug Fitting Sheets
“During the inspection a 7 month old was observed sleeping on a sheet that was loose and could cause an entanglement. THis was corrected the caregivers pulling the sheet snugly.”
Corrected during the visit
746.1309(d) - Documented Annual Training - Caregivers of Children Under 24 Months Required
“Three caregivers observed with infants under 17 months old did not have proof of the required orientation and annual infant trainings.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 30, 2023
- Oct 12, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
Oct 3, 2022Inspection2 rules cited
746.2428 - No Swaddling of Infant Unless Completed Sleep Exception Form on File
“During the inspection a 3 month old was observed in a swing sleep in a swing swaddled with a blanket. This was corrected by the blanket and the infant being removed.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 12, 2022
746.2419(6) - Requirements for Feeding Infants - Label Bottles/Cups
“During the inspection infants bottles were observed not labeled. This was corrected during the inspection by the caregiver labeling the bottles.”
Corrected during the visit
- Aug 24, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
- May 3, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
- Apr 5, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
Mar 2, 2022Inspection2 rules cited
746.1301(2)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees and Caregivers - Pre-service Training
“A caregiver responsible for children during the inspection did not have documented proof of pre-service training or pre-service exemption.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 16, 2022
746.1315(b)(1) - CPR Training and Recertification Adhere to Guidelines-skill based
“During the inspection two caregivers CPR certificates were evaluated and found to be taken online only.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 21, 2022
Jan 7, 2022Inspection2 rules cited
746.4751(a) - Maintenance Procedures for Active Play - Inspect Daily
“During the inspection observed children in care enter the playground without the Designee conducting a daily safety check first. The daily grounds checklist was documented 2 out of 5 days. This was corrected during the inspection by the Designee checking the playground for hazards and documenting the check.”
Corrected during the visit
746.5205(1) - Fire Drill Monthly - Exit in 3 Minutes
“The last fire drill documented fire drill was completed in October 2021. This was corrected during the inspection by the operation completing a fire drill and exiting within the required time frame.”
Corrected during the visit
Dec 1, 2021Inspection1 rule cited
746.901 - Required Personnel Records
“During the inspection the personnel files were not available for review.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 27, 2021
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FAQ
Questions about Cool Cats Learning Academy
Is Cool Cats Learning Academy licensed?
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued April 22, 2022.
When was Cool Cats Learning Academy last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on September 25, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 23 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Cool Cats Learning Academy had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 33 rules across 15 of 23 visits in the last 3 years; 33 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 Cool Cats Learning Academy care for?
34, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Cool Cats Learning Academy accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Cool Cats Learning Academy'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 Cool Cats Learning Academy cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (903) 644-1771 to ask.
What is Cool Cats Learning Academy's phone number?
(903) 644-1771.
Where is Cool Cats Learning Academy?
1818 W Highway 84, Mexia, TX 76667. The nearest other daycare we list is Mexia Head Start, 3.1 miles away.