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Killeen, TX 76541 · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
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Greater Love Learning Academy is a licensed child care center in Killeen, Texas. The state has permitted it since October 18, 2007, for up to 212 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 5:30 AM to 6:00 PM.
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 13 visits in the last 3 years and cited 21 rules across 8 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
Hours
| MondayToday | 5:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 5:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 5:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 5:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 5:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
| Ages | Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 212 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Greater Love Learning Academy 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).
State record
13 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Sep 15, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 8 of 13 visits · 21 rules in all · 21 corrected
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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746.1201(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
“During a DFPS investigation it was found a caregiver held a child down on the floor so the child could not move. During a DFPS investigation it was found an operation staff member was yelling at staff in front of the children in care. During a DFPS investigation it was found a caregiver was throwing blocks at a child in care.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 15, 2026
746.2419(3) - Requirements for Feeding Infants - Never Prop Bottles
“During a DFPS investigation, it was found infants were observed in swings with propped bottles.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 15, 2026
746.2805(3) - Prohibited Punishments - Grabbing and Pulling
“During a DFPS investigation a caregiver was observed grabbing and pulling children by their arms. The caregiver was observed grab/yank a child.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 15, 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
“During a DFPS investigation it was found a caregiver was observed leaving the classroom, with children in care, unattended on multiple occasions for several minutes, no other caregiver being present.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 21, 2026
746.2201 - Planned Activities Designed to Meet Individual Needs
“During a DFPS investigation it was found a caregiver did not have a written activity plan to follow with a balance of activities to promote growth and development.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 15, 2026
746.2803(4) - Discipline - Positive Methods of Discipline and Guidance
“During a DFPS investigation, it was found a caregiver was telling children in care to "shut up."”
The state verified the correction on Sep 15, 2026
746.3319(a)(1) - Meal and Snack Service - Not Hurried
“During a DFPS investigation it was found a caregiver took food away from a child before allowing the child to finish eating.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 15, 2026
746.2805(5) - Prohibited Punishments - Humiliating, Rejecting, Yelling
“During a DFPS investigation it was found a caregiver was heard yelling and screaming at infants in care. Another caregiver was found to be yelling at children in care.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 15, 2026
746.2805(8) - Prohibited Punishments - Restrictive device for time out
“During a DFPS investigation it was found a four-year-old child in care was placed in a high-chair for over an hour.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 15, 2026
745.621(a)(3) - AP Initial background checks submitted - At the time you contract with someone who requires a background check
“During a DFPS investigation it was found the operation allowed an individual to be present at the operation without a background check and having access to children.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 15, 2026
746.3503(a) - Diaper Changing Equipment - Smooth, Non-absorbent, Easy to Clean Surface
“The diaper changing mat was observed with a hole in it and was not sanitized by the caregiver after being used.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 3, 2026
746.3415(5) - Employee Handwashing After Assisting a Child with Toileting
“The caregiver did not wash their hands after assisting the children with toileting.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 3, 2026
746.3417(3) - Children Handwashing After Toileting or Diapering
“The children did not wash their hands after being assisted to the toilet.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 3, 2026
746.2805(3) - Prohibited Punishments - Grabbing and Pulling
“Caregivers were observed moving children around and handling them in a frustrating-aggressive manner. A caregiver was also heard yelling and humiliating a child while the inspector was in the operation conducting an inspection.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 22, 2026
746.2803(4) - Discipline - Positive Methods of Discipline and Guidance
“Caregivers were not supporting the children in a positive way. The caregivers displayed frustration with some of the behaviors the children were demonstrating and were observed and heard reacting negatively with the children.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 22, 2026
746.1301(a)(4)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Pediatric CPR
“Caregivers did not have current CPR and First Aid.”
The state verified the correction on May 6, 2026
746.4601(3) - Safety Requirements for Active Play Equipment - No Entrapment Openings
“A broken bicycle was observed on the playground where a group of children were playing, posing a risk of injury to the children. This was corrected during the inspection when the bicycle was removed from the playground.”
Corrected during the visit
746.2207(a) - Screen Time Activities - Not Used for Under Two
“Screentime activities were observed in a classroom of children under two years of age. This was corrected during the inspection, when the caregiver turn the screen off.”
Corrected during the visit
746.501(a)(20) - Written Operational Policies - Parent Rights
“Components of the written operational policies were missing from the parent handbook. Parent's rights, emergency preparedness plan, suspension.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 12, 2025
746.5205(2) - Sheltering Drill For Severe Weather-Four times a calendar year
“4 of the required 8 drills had been completed. 4 severe weather/shelter in place drills and 4 lock down drills must be completed annually for a total of 8 drills.”
The state verified the correction on May 27, 2025
746.3407(1) - Toys and Equipment to be Sanitized Set Aside
“During the inspection, numerous toys and equipment was observed torn, tattered and broken. The items cause pinching and other hazards that pose risk to children.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 8, 2024
746.3701 - Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
“During the inspection two ceilings fans located in classrooms used by children in care were found to be covered in dust. This was corrected at inspection when the fans were cleaned. During the inspection a caregiver's purse was observed to be on a shelf in an area where children were playing. This was corrected at inspection when the purse was removed and stored in an area that is out of reach of the children in care.”
Corrected during the visit
746.1203(4) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Supervision of Children
“A caregiver, responsible for a group of children in care, was found to be asleep.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 23, 2022
746.3417(3) - Children Handwashing After Toileting or Diapering
“During the inspection two separate classrooms were observed to not wash the children's hands after changing their diapers.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 23, 2022
746.603(a)(2) - Children's Records - Admission Information
“3 of 7 children's files reviewed were found to not have an admission date. 2 of 7 children's files reviewed were found to not have the field trip admission information completed. 2 of 7 children's files reviewed were found to not have water activity permission completed. 2 of 7 children's files reviewed were found to not have health care information completed. 2 of 7 children's files reviewed were found to not have a health statement on file.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 30, 2022
746.5625(a) - Electronic Child Safety Alarm - is equipped in each vehicle
“A transportation vehicle purchased less than 3 years ago was found to not have an electronic child safety alarm.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 6, 2022
746.4805(a) - Measurement of Use Zone for Slides - in Front of Access and on Sides
“Playground equipment at the operation was found to have two slides that do not have the required six feet use zone.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 6, 2022
746.2206(1) - Written Activity Plan - Outdoor Play Opportunities
“Activity plans observed in the operation's classrooms did not include outside time for any of the age groups and were not detailed as to the activities the children engage in.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 30, 2022
746.5617(a)(5) - Required Equipment in Vehicles - Fire Extinguisher
“A fire extinguisher found in a transportation vehicle was found to have the needle on the undercharged section. This was corrected at inspection when a new fire extinguisher was placed in the transportation vehicle.”
Corrected during the visit
746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
“Children's potty chairs were in a classroom with waste inside of them. This was corrected at inspection when the potty chairs were removed from the classroom. Cleaning chemicals were observed on a bookcase within reach of the children in care. This was corrected at inspection when the items were removed and stored out of reach of the children in care. Garbage cans in two classrooms were found to have no lids and dirty diapers were on top within reach. The fence surrounding the playground areas were found to be rolling up and presenting an entrapment hazard.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 6, 2022
746.5617(a)(6) - Required Equipment in Vehicles - First-aid Kit
“The first aid kits reviewed in the transportation vehicle was found to have an ice pack that exploded inside, some items were missing, and had expired medication. This was corrected at inspection when a new first aid kit was placed in each transportation vehicle which has all required items in them.”
Corrected during the visit
746.1609 - Maximum Group Size 13 or More Children
“The nap room was made up of mixed ages, specified age group for the room was 22 making the room out of ratio by 11. The infant room was found to have 10 children in care with one caregiver, making the room out of ratio by 6. This was corrected at inspection when an additional caregiver came into the room.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 23, 2022
746.2803(4)(D) - Positive Methods of Discipline and Guidance - Brief Supervised Separation
“An operation staff member stated they place children in time out for 5-10 minutes, which exceeds the required minute per age for their age group. This was corrected at inspection when appropriate time frames were discussed with the staff member.”
Corrected during the visit
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Killeen, TX 76541 · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
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FAQ
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued October 18, 2007.
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on September 15, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 13 visits in the last 3 years.
Yes. Inspectors cited 21 rules across 8 of 13 visits in the last 3 years; 21 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.
212, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
Monday to Friday, 5:30 AM to 6:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
It has not listed its tuition. Call (254) 501-7379 to ask.
(254) 501-7379.
3400 Old FM 440 Rd, Killeen, TX 76549. The nearest other daycare we list is Center of Rising Emotions, 0.4 miles away.