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Faith Academy Child Care
- licensed capacity
- 82
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $134
- year first permitted
- 2021
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About
About Faith Academy Child Care
Faith Academy Child Care is a licensed child care center in Waco, Texas. The state has permitted it since September 8, 2021, for up to 82 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM.
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 18 visits in the last 3 years and cited 42 rules across 11 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsSchool-ageAccepts child care subsidyOpens before 7 AM
Ages served: infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 82 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Thursday | 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Friday | 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 82 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Faith Academy Child Care has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in McLennan County has a median price of $134 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 Faith Academy Child Care
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Full Permit
- Capacity
- 82 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Permit issued
- 2021
- License number
- #1725399
Summary
18 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Aug 4, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 11 of 18 visits · 42 rules in all · 42 corrected
- Records and paperwork 13
- Staff training and qualifications 5
- Safety and hazards 5
- Transportation 4
- Supervision and ratios 3
- Building, equipment and play areas 3
- Food and nutrition 2
- Discipline and child guidance 2
- Health, medication and illness 2
- Safe sleep 2
- Background checks 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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- Aug 4, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Jun 2, 2026Inspection8 rules cited
746.5617(a)(2) - Required Equipment in Vehicles - Emergency Medical Information
“Ten of the children who ride the van did not have their emergency medical treatment information in the van binder. This was corrected during the inspection when the required information was printed and placed in the van binder.”
Corrected during the visit
746.901(4) - Required Personnel Records - Required Affidavit (Form 2985)
“Out of six staff files reviewed, one caregiver did not have a notarized employment affidavit. This was corrected during the inspection when the caregiver completed the affidavit and got it notarized.”
Corrected during the visit
746.401(11) - Required Postings-Licensing notices with instructions to post
“The operation's permit renewal letter was not posted. This was corrected during the inspection when the letter was printed and posted next to the operation's license.”
Corrected during the visit
746.1301(a)(2)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Pre-Service Training
“One caregiver who required pre-service had not received pre-service training on immunizations and preventing communicable diseases. This was corrected during the inspection when the caregiver took the training.”
Corrected during the visit
746.1301(a)(5)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - 24 Annual training
“Out of six staff files reviewed, one caregiver was missing training in communicable diseases and immunizations. This was corrected during the inspection when the caregiver took the training.”
Corrected during the visit
746.603(a) - Children's Records Maintained
“Out of six children's files reviewed, one was missing a notarized immunization exemption affidavit and a health statement.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 5, 2026
746.5617(a)(6) - Required Equipment in Vehicles - First-aid Kit
“The first aid kit in one of the vans was missing a thermometer. This was corrected during the inspection when an extra thermometer from the center was added to the van's first aid kit.”
Corrected during the visit
746.2419(6) - Requirements for Feeding Infants - Label Bottles/Cups
“Two of the infants' bottles were not labeled. This was corrected during the inspection when a caregiver labeled the bottles.”
Corrected during the visit
- Jan 21, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Jan 15, 2026Inspection1 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
“A caregiver stepped out of a classroom to answer the door, leaving the children in the room briefly unsupervised. This was corrected during the inspection when the caregiver returned to the classroom.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 21, 2026
Dec 10, 2025Inspection3 rules cited
746.4813(a) - Measurement of Use Zone for Rotating and Rocking Equipment (Sitting)
“The slides, rocking equipment, and seated merry-go-rounds on the playgrounds did not have sufficient use zones around them.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 15, 2026
746.2206(1)(B) - Written Activity Plan - Outdoor Play - 13 Months to Toddler and Pre K
“The toddler and pre-k classes only had 50 minutes of outside time scheduled. This was corrected during the inspection when the class schedules were updated to allow each class 60 minutes of outside time.”
Corrected during the visit
746.4003(a)(1) - First Aid Kit Incomplete - Gudie to first aid and emergency care
“One of the first aid kits was missing a guide to first aid. This was corrected during the inspection when a copy of a first aid guide was made and placed in the first aid kit.”
Corrected during the visit
- Mar 11, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Mar 10, 2025Complaint investigation1 rule cited
746.4503(b) - Cots, Beds, Mats Labeled With Child's Name
“Several cots had labels that had been pulled off by the children. This was corrected during the inspection when the cots were re-labeled with each child's name.”
Corrected during the visit
Jan 16, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
746.2431(5) - Infant Daily Report - Summary of Activities
“One of the previous day's infant daily reports did not have the infant's mood, nap times, and summary of activities completed.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 17, 2025
746.603(a)(2) - Children's Records - Admission Information
“Out of eight children's files reviewed, one was missing a physician's signature on the allergy emergency plan, one was missing school information and permission to ride the van from school, and one was missing healthcare information. During the inspection, the school information and permission to ride the van were completed by the child's mother.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 29, 2025
- Dec 16, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Dec 9, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
745.635(3) - AP Background ck determination - If provisionally eligible w/conditions or eligible w/conditions you must restrict duties per conditions/restrictions
“A caregiver who had conditions on their background check, including the condition of not being left alone with children, was left alone with children. This was corrected during the inspection when another teacher returned to the classroom.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 16, 2024
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Oct 9, 2024Inspection4 rules cited
746.1301(a)(3)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Pediatric First Aid with Rescue Breathing
“Out of eight staff files reviewed, one caregiver had expired first aid and CPR training.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 11, 2024
746.501(a)(12) - Written Operational Policies - Vision and Hearing Screening
“The parent handbook was missing requirements for hearing and vision screenings.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 11, 2024
746.605(3) - Required Admission Information - Date of Admission
“Out of the eight children's files reviewed, six were missing a date of admission.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 11, 2024
746.1301(a)(5)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - 24 Annual training
“Out of eight staff files reviewed, one was missing nine hours of annual training and one was missing ten hours of annual training.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 11, 2024
- Sep 3, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Aug 30, 2024VisitNo rules cited
Aug 14, 2024Inspection3 rules cited
746.4601(6) - Safety Requirements for Active Play Equipment - Anchoring devices Below Level of Playing Surface
“The bottom of a piece of play equipment had been pulled out of the ground, exposing the anchoring rebar and creating a tripping and injury hazard.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 16, 2024
746.2203(a) - Written Activity Plans
“The afterschool class did not have a a written activity plan.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 19, 2024
746.3501(6) - Diaper Changing Steps-Supplies Kept Out of Child's Reach
“There was a tub of diaper cream left within the reach of children. This was corrected during the inspection when the diaper cream was moved out of the reach of children.”
Corrected during the visit
Jul 24, 2024Complaint investigation1 rule cited
746.3701(9) - Safety - Bodies of Water Inaccessible to Children
“During the DFPS investigation, there was a mop bucket with water in it was accessible to children in the infant room.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 3, 2024
- Apr 26, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Apr 17, 2024Inspection14 rules cited
746.2419(8) - Requirements for Feeding Infants - Other Use of Handwashing Sink
“The handwashing sink in the infant room was being used for cleaning spoons used to feed the infants. This was corrected when the caregivers were told that the handwashing sink could not be used for that purpose and that dirty utensils needed to be sent to the kitchen to be cleaned.”
Corrected during the visit
746.3701 - Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
“There was an ant hill with live ants present on one of the playgrounds. This was corrected during the inspection when maintenance was called to spray and bury the ant hill.”
Corrected during the visit
746.4135(b) - Children's Products- Annual Certification
“The operation did not have a children's product recall form certifying that the recall list had been reviewed. This was corrected during the inspection when the owner signed the form verifying that she had reviewed the recalled products list.”
Corrected during the visit
746.5617(a)(6) - Required Equipment in Vehicles - First-aid Kit
“The vehicle used for transportation did not have a first aid kit inside.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 26, 2024
746.603(a) - Children's Records Maintained
“Out of the eight children's records reviewed, one did not have completed healthcare information, three needed updated immunization records, and one was missing an admission date.”
The state verified the correction on May 21, 2024
746.801(10) - Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Safety Documentation for Emergency Drills, Fire Extinguishers, & Smoke Detectors
“The operation's drill log showed that tests in January and February had not been recorded for the carbon monoxide detector, smoke detector, and fire extinguisher. This was corrected at inspection as tests in March had been completed and recorded.”
Corrected during the visit
746.2409(a)(2) - Safety Requirements for Cribs - Snug Fitting Sheets
“Several of the cribs in the infant room had sheets that were not snug-fitting on the crib mattresses.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 26, 2024
746.5207(b) - Emergency Evacuation and Relocation Diagram - Posted in Each Room
“The pre-k room did not have an evacuation and relocation diagram posted. This was corrected during the inspection when the owner printed a new evacuation diagram and posted it in the room.”
Corrected during the visit
746.901 - Required Personnel Records
“Out of the five staff files reviewed, none had a start date recorded, one did not have proof of education on file, one did not have a background check letter on file, and two did not have a statement saying they attended orientation including an overview of the operation's policy on abuse and neglect.”
The state verified the correction on May 21, 2024
746.5625(a) - Electronic Child Safety Alarm - is equipped in each vehicle
“The operation had obtained a new vehicle for transportation, which did not have an electronic safety alarm installed.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 26, 2024
746.1301(a)(5)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - 24 Annual training
“Out of the five staff files reviewed, none of the caregivers who work in the infant room had training in SIDS, shaken baby syndrome, and early childhood brain development; three did not have training in abuse and neglect, communicable diseases, adminstering medication, understanding building and physical premises safety, and handling hazardous materials; and two did not have training in preventing food allergy reactions.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 4, 2024
746.4907(d) - Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Proper Depth Maintained
“The rubber mulch material at the end of the slide had been pushed out of place. This was corrected during the inspection when more rubber mulch was put down.”
Corrected during the visit
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
“The operation did not have a currently list of employees posted. This was corrected during the inspection when the owner printed and posted a current list of employees.”
Corrected during the visit
746.201(1) - Policies Comply with Rules
“The parent handbook did not include the benefits of physical activity, criteria for when extreme weather will prohibit outdoor play, a plan for physical activity to occur indoors when weather prohibits going outside, procedures for inclusive services to special needs children and the center's policy on employee vaccinations.”
The state verified the correction on May 3, 2024
Mar 8, 2024Complaint investigation4 rules cited
746.801(5) - Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Employees' Attendance
“During the DFPS investigation, there was sufficient evidence to show that the operation was unable to provide attendance sheets for an employee when requested.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 17, 2024
746.1205(a)(3) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know children's names and ages
“During the DFPS investigation, there was sufficient evidence to show that a caregiver did not know the name of a child the caregiver was responsible for.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 17, 2024
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 DFPS investigation, there was sufficient evidence to show that the children in a classroom were left unsupervised.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 17, 2024
746.603(a)(8) - Tracking System or Sign-in and Sign-out Logs
“During the DFPS investigation, there was sufficient evidence to show that the operation was unable to provide children's sign-in and sign-out logs for March 5th when requested.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 17, 2024
- Jun 5, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
- Jul 27, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
Jul 25, 2022Inspection4 rules cited
746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
“During the inspection two caregivers were in the care of eleven infants ages 4-18 months old. This was corrected during the inspection by the 18 month old being moved to the toddler classroom.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 27, 2022
746.2403(4) - Infant Care Area - Crib Placement
“During the inspection the cribs were observed side by side with no space in between. Infants were observed touching each other inside the cribs. This was corrected during the inspection by the cribs being spaced apart.”
Corrected during the visit
746.611(b) - Health Statement on File within 1 Week of Admission
“Five of the ten children files evaluated were missing a health statement.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 12, 2022
746.5101(a) - Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
“The last documented fire marshall inspection was completed in June 2021.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 12, 2022
- Jan 14, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
Jan 13, 2022Inspection1 rule cited
746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
“During the inspection one caregiver was observed with 14 children ages 18-23 months old on the playground. This was corrected by a second cargiver coming to the playground.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 14, 2022
- Dec 10, 2021InspectionNo rules cited
Dec 6, 2021Complaint investigation6 rules cited
746.3417(3) - Children Handwashing After Toileting or Diapering
“During the inspection one infant and one toddler hands were not washed after having their diaper changed. This was corrected during the inspection by the caregivers.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 10, 2021
746.3701 - Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
“Duirng the inspection the baseboard in a classroom was observed coming hanging from the wall and accessible to children in care.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 10, 2021
746.3415(4) - Employee Handwashing After Diapering a Child
“It was found that a caregiver changed multiple diapers without washing hands after each diaper change.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 13, 2022
746.1203(4) - Responsibilities of Caregivers- Supervision of Children
“It was found that the two caregivers supervising the children in care walked out the classroom leaving children inside the classroom unsupervised”
The state verified the correction on Jan 13, 2022
746.1203(6) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Free of other activities
“It was found that a caregiver was using a cellphone while supervising children in care”
The state verified the correction on Jan 13, 2022
746.3503(a) - Diaper Changing Equipment - Smooth, Non-absorbent, Easy to Clean Surface
“It was found that a caregiver changed multiple diapers without washing hands after each diaper change.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 13, 2022
Dec 6, 2021Inspection6 rules cited
746.3417(3) - Children Handwashing After Toileting or Diapering
“During the inspection one infant and one toddler hands were not washed after having their diaper changed. This was corrected during the inspection by the caregivers.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 10, 2021
746.3701 - Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
“Duirng the inspection the baseboard in a classroom was observed coming hanging from the wall and accessible to children in care.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 10, 2021
746.3415(4) - Employee Handwashing After Diapering a Child
“It was found that a caregiver changed multiple diapers without washing hands after each diaper change.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 13, 2022
746.1203(4) - Responsibilities of Caregivers- Supervision of Children
“It was found that the two caregivers supervising the children in care walked out the classroom leaving children inside the classroom unsupervised”
The state verified the correction on Jan 13, 2022
746.1203(6) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Free of other activities
“It was found that a caregiver was using a cellphone while supervising children in care”
The state verified the correction on Jan 13, 2022
746.3503(a) - Diaper Changing Equipment - Smooth, Non-absorbent, Easy to Clean Surface
“It was found that a caregiver changed multiple diapers without washing hands after each diaper change.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 13, 2022
- Nov 9, 2021InspectionNo rules cited
Nov 4, 2021Inspection1 rule cited
746.2407 - Infant Care Area Furnishings and Equipment -Use of Safety Straps
“Observed two infants in chairs without the straps being utilized. This was corrected during the inspection by the infants being removed from the chairs without straps.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 9, 2021
- Nov 3, 2021VisitNo rules cited
- Nov 2, 2021InspectionNo rules cited
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FAQ
Questions about Faith Academy Child Care
Is Faith Academy Child Care licensed?
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued September 8, 2021.
When was Faith Academy Child Care last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on August 4, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 18 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Faith Academy Child Care had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 42 rules across 11 of 18 visits in the last 3 years; 42 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 Faith Academy Child Care care for?
82, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Faith Academy Child Care accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Faith Academy Child Care's hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Faith Academy Child Care cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (254) 292-1234 to ask.
What is Faith Academy Child Care's phone number?
(254) 292-1234.
Where is Faith Academy Child Care?
301 Cherry St, Waco, TX 76704. The nearest other daycare we list is Doris Miller Community Center, 0.2 miles away.