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Gloria's Angels Learning Academy

3425 Hillcrest Dr, Waco, TX 76708
licensed capacity
32
open each week
5 days
a week, county median
$134
year first permitted
2024

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About Gloria's Angels Learning Academy

Gloria's Angels Learning Academy is a licensed child care center in Waco, Texas. The state has permitted it since August 22, 2024, for up to 32 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.

It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM.

Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 26 visits in the last 3 years and cited 52 rules across 14 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
Closed today
Licensed capacity
32 children

Hours

Hours

Monday6:30 AM to 6:00 PM
Tuesday6:30 AM to 6:00 PM
Wednesday6:30 AM to 6:00 PM
Thursday6:30 AM to 6:00 PM
Friday6:30 AM to 6:00 PM
SaturdayNot listed
SundayTodayNot listed
From the state license

Programs

Programs and care

AgesInfants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license
Child care subsidyAccepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license
Licensed capacity32 childrenFrom the state license

Cost

Tuition and costs

Gloria's Angels Learning Academy 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.
McLennan County medians, full time, per week

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

County median full-time prices at centers and home daycares, U.S. Department of Labor, National Database of Childcare Prices, 2022 (the latest year). Not this daycare's rates; prices have risen since.

State record

Inspection reports for Gloria's Angels Learning Academy

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
Full Permit
Capacity
32 children
Ages
Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
Permit issued
2024
License number
#1790977
See the state's record

Summary

26 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Sep 28, 2026: no rules cited

Rules cited on 15 of 26 visits · 52 rules in all · 52 corrected

  • Staff training and qualifications 10
  • Supervision and ratios 8
  • Building, equipment and play areas 7
  • Safety and hazards 7
  • Food and nutrition 5
  • Records and paperwork 4
  • Health, medication and illness 4
  • Discipline and child guidance 3
  • Safe sleep 2
  • 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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  1. Sep 28, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  2. Jun 15, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  3. Jun 8, 2026Inspection4 rules cited
    • Supervision and ratiosHigh risk

      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 in care was observed left alone in the back classroom while the caregiver walked to the front of the building.”

      The state verified the correction on Jun 15, 2026

    • Supervision and ratiosMedium High risk

      746.1613(a)(4) - Naptime Child/Caregiver Ratio - Additional Employee Required

      “During the inspection it was observed there was only 1 caregiver present during naptime. There was not another caregiver in the building.”

      The state verified the correction on Jun 15, 2026

    • Supervision and ratiosHigh risk

      746.1205(a)(2) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know number of children responsible for

      “The caregiver stated she had 16 children in care and it was determined she had 17 children in care.”

      The state verified the correction on Jun 15, 2026

    • Building, equipment and play areasMedium High risk

      746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment

      “There were several sleeping mats that were observed torn.”

      The state verified the correction on Jun 15, 2026

  4. Jun 5, 2026Complaint investigation1 rule cited
    • Staff training and qualificationsHigh risk

      746.3703(c) - Not Under the Influence of Alcohol or Controlled Substance

      “It was determined a caregiver drank an alcoholic beverage during their lunch break and came back to the operation and cared for a group of children.”

      The state verified the correction on Jun 15, 2026

  5. Jun 3, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  6. Jun 1, 2026Inspection2 rules cited
    • Safe sleepHigh risk

      746.2426(a)(1) - Infant May Not Sleep in a Restrictive Device

      “An infant was observed sleeping in a restrictive device (bouncer). The caregiver removed the infant from the bouncer and placed the infant in their crib.”

      The state verified the correction on Jun 3, 2026

    • Safety and hazardsMedium High risk

      746.2407 - Infant Care Area Furnishings and Equipment -Use of Safety Straps

      “An infant was observed in a bouncer without the safety straps fastened.”

      The state verified the correction on Jun 3, 2026

  7. May 29, 2026Inspection3 rules cited
    • Supervision and ratiosHigh risk

      746.1205(a)(2) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know number of children responsible for

      “There were 2 groups combined outdoors, the caregivers stated there were19 children and it was determined there were 18 children in care.”

      The state verified the correction on Jun 1, 2026

    • Food and nutritionMedium risk

      746.2421(b) - Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days

      “There were 3 infants feeding instructions that were observed not to be up to date. One had not been signed since March 2026 and the other 2 have not been signed since April 2026.”

      The state verified the correction on Jun 1, 2026

    • Safety and hazardsMedium High risk

      746.5307(b) - Fire Extinguishers Serviced

      “The fire extinguisher was observed to have last been serviced in April of 2025.”

      The state verified the correction on Jun 3, 2026

  8. Apr 10, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  9. Nov 17, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  10. Sep 29, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Show 16 earlier visits
  1. May 16, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
    • Safety and hazardsHigh risk

      746.5101(a) - Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months

      “The operation did not have a current fire inspection. The last fire inspecton was completed in March 2024.”

      The state verified the correction on Jun 5, 2025

  2. May 13, 2025Inspection13 rules cited
    • Supervision and ratiosHigh risk

      746.1205(a)(2) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know number of children responsible for

      “A caregiver informed she had 4 children in care and it was determined she had 3 children in care. The children were all grouped together during outdoor play.”

      The state verified the correction on May 16, 2025

    • Staff training and qualificationsMedium High risk

      746.1301(a)(1)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Orientation

      “4 out of 7 caregivers reviewed, did not have documentation of orientation completed.”

      The state verified the correction on May 16, 2025

    • Staff training and qualificationsMedium High risk

      746.1301(a)(2)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Pre-Service Training

      “3 out of 7 personnel files did not have documentation of pre-service completed prior to the caregiver being in a classroom.”

      The state verified the correction on May 16, 2025

    • Records and paperworkMedium risk

      746.501(a)(18) - Written Operational Policies - Promotion of Physical Activity

      “The operational policy was missing the following sections:Promotion of indoor/outdoor play, Emergency Preparedness Plan, Nursing Mothers, Preventing Responding to Abuse/Neglect, Employee Vaccinations, Procedures for Inclusive Services to Children with Special Needs, Gang Free Zone and Parent Rights.”

      The state verified the correction on Jun 5, 2025

    • Building, equipment and play areasMedium High risk

      746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment

      “During current inspection, there was a broken toys with sharp edges observed in the playground the children were in. The caregiver removed the toy during the inspection.”

      Corrected during the visit

    • Building, equipment and play areasMedium High risk

      746.4901(a) - Active Play Surfacing In Use Zones - Loose Fill or Unitary Surfacing

      “During the inspection, there were 2 rocking toys and a slide on the playground that did not have loose fill around it. The caregiver removed the toys from the playground during the inspection.”

      Corrected during the visit

    • Building, equipment and play areasHigh risk

      746.2411(2)(G) - Safety Requirements for Play Yards - Size of Mesh Openings

      “A play yard was observed to have a hole in the play yard and was bigger than 1/4 inch.”

      The state verified the correction on May 16, 2025

    • Records and paperworkMedium Low risk

      746.901(4) - Required Personnel Records - Required Affidavit (Form 2985)

      “2 out of 7 personnel files were missing affidavit form 2985 and 5 out of 7 personnel files were missing affidavit form 2912.”

      The state verified the correction on May 16, 2025

    • Food and nutritionMedium risk

      746.2421(a) - Written Feeding Instructions - Signed and Dated by Parent or Health-Care Professional

      “The operation did not have an infant feeding instructions on file for 1 infant. During the inspection, the parent came to sign and complete the form.”

      Corrected during the visit

    • Health, medication and illnessHigh risk

      746.605(11) - Required Admission Information - Emergency Medical Authorization

      “A child's admission form did not have the parent's signature for the Emergency Authorization.”

      The state verified the correction on May 16, 2025

    • Health, medication and illnessMedium High risk

      746.3819 - Food Allergy Emergency Plan Signed by Parents and Health Care Professional

      “A parent documented on their child's file that there child had an allergy to peanut butter and there was no documentation of a food allergy plan for review, in the child's file.”

      The state verified the correction on Jun 5, 2025

    • Staff training and qualificationsMedium High risk

      746.1107(2) - Additional Minimum Qualifications for Caregivers - HS Diploma, Equivalent, Certification of Completion

      “2 out of 7 personnel files did not have a high school diploma on file for review.-”

      The state verified the correction on May 16, 2025

    • Discipline and child guidanceMedium risk

      746.2207(a) - Screen Time Activities - Not Used for Under Two

      “During the inspection, an IPAD was observed being utilized with cartoons showing, while children under 2 years old were in care. The caregiver turned off the IPAD during the inspection.”

      Corrected during the visit

  3. Apr 8, 2025Complaint investigation8 rules cited
    • Staff training and qualificationsHigh risk

      746.3607(2) - Critical Injury - Give First Aid or CPR

      “Based on the evidence from the DFPS investigation, a child in care received an injury that required medical attention, and the caregiver did not provide first aid.”

      The state verified the correction on May 13, 2025

    • Building, equipment and play areasMedium High risk

      746.2411(2)(B) - Safety Requirements for Play Yards - Snug Fitting Sheets

      “During an inspection, the playpens were observed to not have snug fitting sheets.”

      The state verified the correction on May 13, 2025

    • Building, equipment and play areasMedium High risk

      746.2911 - Adequate Lighting During Naptime

      “Based on the evidence from the DFPS investigation, it was determined there was no adequate lighting during naptime.”

      The state verified the correction on May 13, 2025

    • Other rulesHigh risk

      746.1003(1) - Director Responsibilities - Operate in Compliance

      “The Director has not ensured the operation is operating in compliance with the minimum standards.”

      The state verified the correction on May 13, 2025

    • Safe sleepHigh risk

      746.2415(b) - AP Cribs - Only Snug Fitting Sheet and Crib Mattress Cover Allowed if Infant Younger than 12 Months of Age

      “An infant was observed asleep in a crib with a stuffed animal and a blanket. Another infant was observed in a play yard with a pillow”

      The state verified the correction on May 13, 2025

    • Staff training and qualificationsMedium High risk

      746.1301(a)(2)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Pre-Service Training

      “It was determined a caregiver had not completed pre-service prior to being in a classroom.”

      The state verified the correction on May 13, 2025

    • Food and nutritionMedium High risk

      746.2419(7) - Requirements for Feeding Infants - No Walking or Sleeping with Bottle or Cup

      “A sleeping infant was observed with a bottle in the crib.”

      The state verified the correction on May 13, 2025

    • Staff training and qualificationsMedium High risk

      746.1301(a)(1)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Orientation

      “It was determined a caregiver had not completed orientation prior to being in a classroom alone.”

      The state verified the correction on May 13, 2025

  4. Apr 8, 2025Inspection8 rules cited
    • Staff training and qualificationsHigh risk

      746.3607(2) - Critical Injury - Give First Aid or CPR

      “Based on the evidence from the DFPS investigation, a child in care received an injury that required medical attention, and the caregiver did not provide first aid.”

      The state verified the correction on May 13, 2025

    • Building, equipment and play areasMedium High risk

      746.2411(2)(B) - Safety Requirements for Play Yards - Snug Fitting Sheets

      “During an inspection, the playpens were observed to not have snug fitting sheets.”

      The state verified the correction on May 13, 2025

    • Building, equipment and play areasMedium High risk

      746.2911 - Adequate Lighting During Naptime

      “Based on the evidence from the DFPS investigation, it was determined there was no adequate lighting during naptime.”

      The state verified the correction on May 13, 2025

    • Other rulesHigh risk

      746.1003(1) - Director Responsibilities - Operate in Compliance

      “The Director has not ensured the operation is operating in compliance with the minimum standards.”

      The state verified the correction on May 13, 2025

    • Safe sleepHigh risk

      746.2415(b) - AP Cribs - Only Snug Fitting Sheet and Crib Mattress Cover Allowed if Infant Younger than 12 Months of Age

      “An infant was observed asleep in a crib with a stuffed animal and a blanket. Another infant was observed in a play yard with a pillow”

      The state verified the correction on May 13, 2025

    • Staff training and qualificationsMedium High risk

      746.1301(a)(2)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Pre-Service Training

      “It was determined a caregiver had not completed pre-service prior to being in a classroom.”

      The state verified the correction on May 13, 2025

    • Food and nutritionMedium High risk

      746.2419(7) - Requirements for Feeding Infants - No Walking or Sleeping with Bottle or Cup

      “A sleeping infant was observed with a bottle in the crib.”

      The state verified the correction on May 13, 2025

    • Staff training and qualificationsMedium High risk

      746.1301(a)(1)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Orientation

      “It was determined a caregiver had not completed orientation prior to being in a classroom alone.”

      The state verified the correction on May 13, 2025

  5. Apr 4, 2025Inspection4 rules cited
    • Food and nutritionMedium High risk

      746.2419(7) - Requirements for Feeding Infants - No Walking or Sleeping with Bottle or Cup

      “I observed an infant walking around their classroom with a bottle that contained milk.”

      The state verified the correction on Apr 8, 2025

    • Supervision and ratiosHigh risk

      746.1205(a)(2) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know number of children responsible for

      “Two caregivers were unaware of the number of children they had in their group.”

      The state verified the correction on Apr 8, 2025

    • Safety and hazardsMedium High risk

      746.2415(a)(1) - Prohibited Equipment for Infants - Baby Walkers

      “A walker was observed being utilized in the operation. The walker was removed during the inspection.”

      The state verified the correction on Apr 8, 2025

    • Discipline and child guidanceMedium risk

      746.2207(a) - Screen Time Activities - Not Used for Under Two

      “Upon arriving at the daycare, I observed a television on with cartoons playing and there were children younger than 2 years old in the classroom.”

      The state verified the correction on Apr 8, 2025

  6. Apr 1, 2025Complaint investigation3 rules cited
    • Discipline and child guidanceHigh risk

      746.2805(2) - Prohibited Punishments - Associated with Food, Naps, or Toilet Training

      “It was determined a caregiver informed a child they would not a cupcake, during a special occasion celebration, if they continued to cry and would get a regular snack instead.”

      The state verified the correction on Apr 8, 2025

    • Supervision and ratiosHigh risk

      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 inspection, I observed a caregiver leave her classroom to adjacent classroom. There was not another caregiver supervising her children. In another incident, it was determined a child was able to crawl under a fenced door and get into an area that is not regulated. The area had hazards such as cleaning supplies, tools that could have been a safety risk for the child. The child was able to be removed from the area.”

      The state verified the correction on Apr 8, 2025

    • Records and paperworkHigh risk

      746.305(a)(6) - Report Situation Placing Children at Risk

      “It was determined the operation did not report the supervision concern where a child was able to crawl under a fence to an unregulated area.”

      The state verified the correction on Apr 8, 2025

  7. Jan 28, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  8. Jan 22, 2025Inspection6 rules cited
    • Food and nutritionMedium High risk

      746.3405 - Corrections Made to Annual Sanitation Inspection

      “The operation does not have a permit to serve hot meals and was observed heating corn and ravioli for lunch. The caregiver ordered pizza for lunch during the inspection.”

      The state verified the correction on Jan 28, 2025

    • Safety and hazardsMedium High risk

      746.5205(1) - Fire Drill Monthly - Exit in 3 Minutes

      “The operation did not complete any fire drills for the months of November or December 2024. The operation only completed 3 shelter, severe weather and lock down drills for 2024.”

      The state verified the correction on Jan 28, 2025

    • Health, medication and illnessMedium High risk

      746.4001 - First Aid Kit - Available in Each Building, on Field Trips, during Transportation

      “The operation's first aid kit was missing a thermometer, tape, antiseptic wipes and gloves.”

      The state verified the correction on Jan 28, 2025

    • Supervision and ratiosHigh risk

      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 13 month old infant was observed a lone in a classroom during the inspection.”

      The state verified the correction on Jan 28, 2025

    • Safety and hazardsHigh risk

      746.5311(a) - Smoke-Detection System

      “There was a room the children eat lunch in that did not have a smoke detector.”

      The state verified the correction on Jan 28, 2025

    • Safety and hazardsHigh risk

      746.5319 - Smoke Detectors Testing

      “The operation did not test the smoke detector, carbon monoxide or inspect the fire extinguishers for the month of December 2024. The smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors were tested during the inspection. The fire extinguishers were observed to be within the proper fill line during the inspection.”

      Corrected during the visit

  9. Jan 16, 2025Visit1 rule cited
    • Records and paperworkMedium Low risk

      746.303(b) - Report Number of Employees

      “The operation has not completed the Employees who Left Survey for 2024.”

      The state verified the correction on Jan 21, 2025

  10. Aug 6, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
    • Staff training and qualificationsMedium risk

      746.2505(4)(C) - Furnishings and Equipment for Toddlers - Never Allow Toddlers to Sleep or Walk With Bottles and Training Cups

      “There were 4 toddlers observed sleeping with a sippy cup. The caregiver removed the cups during the inspection.”

      Corrected during the visit

  11. Jun 18, 2024Inspection3 rules cited
    • Staff training and qualificationsLow risk

      746.1105(3) - Minimum Qualifications Child Care Center Employees and Caregivers - Affidavit

      “There were 2 caregivers that did not have affidavits on file for review.”

      The state verified the correction on Jul 3, 2024

    • Background checksHigh risk

      745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation

      “There was 1 person with a pending background check and 1 person with no background check submitted; both were observed caring for a group of children.”

      The state verified the correction on Jun 19, 2024

    • Staff training and qualificationsMedium High risk

      746.1301(a)(1)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Orientation

      “There were 2 caregivers that did not have orientation/pre-service on file, prior to being in the classroom.”

      The state verified the correction on Jul 3, 2024

  12. May 1, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  13. Apr 2, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  14. Mar 19, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
    • Building, equipment and play areasMedium High risk

      746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment

      “The outdoor area had tree branches and debris that was observed throughout the yard. A fence was observed to be broken.”

      The state verified the correction on Apr 2, 2024

    • Health, medication and illnessMedium High risk

      746.3401(a) - Annual Sanitation Inspection

      “A copy of the recent health inspection was not available for review.”

      The state verified the correction on Apr 2, 2024

  15. Dec 19, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
  16. Dec 15, 2023VisitNo rules cited

Copied from Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation on October 1, 2026; the state's records start around Sep 2021. Rule wording, severity and dates are the state's.

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Questions about Gloria's Angels Learning Academy

Is Gloria's Angels Learning Academy licensed?

Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued August 22, 2024.

When was Gloria's Angels Learning Academy last inspected?

Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on September 28, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 26 visits in the last 3 years.

Has Gloria's Angels Learning Academy had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 52 rules across 15 of 26 visits in the last 3 years; 52 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 Gloria's Angels Learning Academy care for?

32, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.

Does Gloria's Angels Learning Academy accept child care subsidies?

Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.

What are Gloria's Angels Learning Academy's hours?

Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.

How much does Gloria's Angels Learning Academy cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (254) 662-8513 to ask.

What is Gloria's Angels Learning Academy's phone number?

(254) 662-8513.

Where is Gloria's Angels Learning Academy?

3425 Hillcrest Dr, Waco, TX 76708. The nearest other daycare we list is Mentoring Alliance-Rapoport Elementary, 0.1 miles away.

Sources: Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation (license and visits) · U.S. Department of Labor, 2022 (county prices).