Rachel Gehrer
San Antonio, TX 78218 · toddlers to school-age · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Ella Bond
- licensed capacity
- 12
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $154
- year first permitted
- 1998
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About
About Ella Bond
Ella Bond is a licensed group home daycare in San Antonio, Texas. The state has permitted it since April 27, 1998, for up to 12 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM. As a home daycare, the provider shares the address with families when you call.
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 8 visits in the last 3 years and cited 7 rules across 3 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsSchool-ageOpens before 7 AM
Ages served: infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
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- Type
- Group home daycare
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 12 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Thursday | 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Friday | 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Setting | Group child care homeFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 12 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Ella Bond has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a home daycare in Bexar County has a median price of $154 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$171
Home daycare$154
Toddler
Center$160
Home daycare$148
Preschool
Center$156
Home daycare$146
School age
Center$149
Home daycare$139
State record
Inspection reports for Ella Bond
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Full Permit
- Capacity
- 12 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Permit issued
- 1998
- License number
- #532153
Summary
8 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jul 24, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 3 of 8 visits · 7 rules in all · 7 corrected
- Health, medication and illness 4
- Safety and hazards 1
- Staff training and qualifications 1
- Records and paperwork 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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- Jul 24, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Jul 24, 2026VisitNo rules cited
- Mar 3, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Dec 19, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Nov 25, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
747.3211(4) - Caregiver Handwashing After Diapering a Child
“A caregiver changed a 19 month old childs diaper & did not was her hands after.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 19, 2025
747.3213(3) - Children Handwashing After Toileting or Diapering
“A child woke up from naptime, used the restroom & did not wash their hands.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 19, 2025
- Jul 10, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Mar 12, 2025Inspection4 rules cited
747.5107(b) - Fire Extinguishers Serviced
“The fire extinguisher's last service date was August 2023.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 2, 2025
747.1305(d) - Caregivers Required Annual Training-Required Topics without hour restriction
“Three out of the three staff files reviewed lacked required trainings for the last full employment year.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 22, 2025
747.603(a)(3) - Children's Records - Health Statement
“One out of eight children's files reviewed lacked required health statement signed by a doctor or health care professional.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 2, 2025
747.605(6) - Required Admission Information - Emergency Contact
“One out of eight children's files did not have signed medical authorizations.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 2, 2025
Apr 1, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
747.603(a)(4) - Children's Records - Immunizations
“Two of nine children's files did not contain a current immunization record.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 16, 2024
Aug 15, 2023Inspection6 rules cited
747.5107(b) - Fire Extinguishers Serviced
“The fire extinguisher's last service date was Nov/2017.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 30, 2023
747.603(a)(4) - Children's Records - Immunizations
“Six of nine children's files did not have a current immunization record. Five of nine files did not have a signed physician's statement.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 3, 2023
747.1303(5)(A) - Training Requirements for Primary Caregiver -30 Hours Annual Training
“The permit holder had verification of 25 of the required 30 hours of annual training.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 25, 2023
747.605(6) - Required Admission Information - Emergency Contact
“Four of nine files did not have address information for emergency contact.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 3, 2023
747.605(12) - Required Admission Information - Emergency Medical Authorization
“Two of nine children's files did not have signed medical authorizations.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 3, 2023
747.901 - Personnel Records
“Th permit holder and both assistants did not have a personnel file for review.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 28, 2023
Feb 22, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
747.309(a) - AP Parental Notification of Deficiency as described in 747.307 within 5 Days
“The operation notified all parents of a safe sleep deficiency, but failed to notify all parents with children enrolled of the safe sleep deficiency within the required time frame of 5 days. Note: This was corrected during the inspection when the the permit holder signed a written statement that she understands all safe sleep deficiencies require that all parents be notified within 5 days of receiving the deficiency.”
Corrected during the visit
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Feb 6, 2023Inspection10 rules cited
747.5003(3) - Emergency Preparedness Plan - Evacuate and Relocate with Essential Documentation
“The operations emergency preparedness plan was missing specific procedures on the following topics: How staff will evacuate and relocate with the essential documentation including (A) Parent and emergency contact telephone numbers for each child in care, (B) Authorization for emergency care for each child in care & (C) The child tracking system information for children in care”
The state verified the correction on Feb 22, 2023
747.1309(d) - Primary Caregiver Annual Training - Required Special Topics without specific hours
“The primary caregiver did not have training for the previous training year in the following topics: (1) Emergency preparedness, (2) Preventing and controlling the spread of communicable diseases, including immunizations, (3) Administering medication, if applicable,(4) Preventing and responding to emergencies due to food or an allergic reaction, (5) Understanding building and physical premises safety, including identification and protection from hazards that can cause bodily injury such as electrical hazards, bodies of water, and vehicular traffic & (6) Handling, storing, and disposing of hazardous materials”
The state verified the correction on Mar 20, 2023
747.613(b) - Required Immunizations Records, Exceptions, and Exemptions Current
“1 out of the 10 children's files did not have updated immunizations records.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 27, 2023
747.2311(2)(B) - Safety Requirements for Play Yards - Snug Fitting Sheets
“There was an infant in a play yard that had a very loose fitted sheet over the mat.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 22, 2023
747.3501(1) - Safety - Electrical Outlets Covered
“There were mutiple outlets located throughout the operation that did not have outlet covers. Note: This was corrected during the inspection when a caregiver covered all of the outlets with outlet covers.”
Corrected during the visit
747.603(a)(4) - Children's Records - Immunizations
“2 out of the 10 children's records reviewed did not have immunization records on file.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 27, 2023
747.1305(d) - Caregivers Required Annual Training-Required Topics without hour restriction
“The substitute caregiver did not have training for the previous training year in the following topics: (1) Emergency preparedness, (2) Preventing and controlling the spread of communicable diseases, including immunizations, (3) Administering medication, if applicable,(4) Preventing and responding to emergencies due to food or an allergic reaction, (5) Understanding building and physical premises safety, including identification and protection from hazards that can cause bodily injury such as electrical hazards, bodies of water, and vehicular traffic & (6) Handling, storing, and disposing of hazardous materials”
The state verified the correction on Mar 20, 2023
747.2315(b) - AP Cribs - Only Snug Fitting Sheet and Crib Mattress Cover Allowed if Infant Younger than 12 Months of Age
“There was a blanket inside a crib with an infant under the age of 12 months.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 22, 2023
747.5003(1) - Emergency Preparedness Plan - Evacuation, Relocation and Sheltering Procedures
“The operations emergency preparedness plan was missing specific procedures on the following topics: (1) How children will be evacuated or relocated to the designated safe area or alternate shelter, including specific procedures for evacuating and relocating children who are under 24 months of age, who have limited mobility, or who otherwise may need assistance in an emergency, such as children who have mental, visual, or hearing impairments.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 22, 2023
747.5105 - Mounting of Fire Extinguishers
“The operations fire extenguisher was located inside of a closed cabinet and was not mounted to the wall.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 22, 2023
Feb 16, 2022Inspection1 rule cited
747.611(b) - Health Statement on File
“Two children's files were missing health statement and parent signature stating has been seen by medical professional within twelve months.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 17, 2022
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FAQ
Questions about Ella Bond
Is Ella Bond licensed?
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued April 27, 1998.
When was Ella Bond last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on July 24, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 8 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Ella Bond had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 7 rules across 3 of 8 visits in the last 3 years; 7 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 Ella Bond care for?
12, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Ella Bond accept child care subsidies?
The state record does not list it as accepting subsidies. Ask the provider directly.
What are Ella Bond's hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Ella Bond cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (210) 259-8531 to ask.
What is Ella Bond's phone number?
(210) 259-8531.
Where is Ella Bond?
San Antonio, TX 78218. It is a home daycare, so the provider shares the street address with families directly.