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Kiddie Academy of Buda

2448 Main Street, Buda, TX 786104.5· 53 reviews
licensed capacity
195
open each week
5 days
a week, county median
$202
year first permitted
2020

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About

About Kiddie Academy of Buda

Kiddie Academy of Buda is a licensed child care center in Buda, Texas. The state has permitted it since December 15, 2020, for up to 195 children, serving infants, toddlers and preschoolers.

It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM. It describes its programs: infant care, pre-k, preschool and toddler care.

Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 39 visits in the last 3 years and cited 18 rules across 13 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

InfantsPreschool / pre-KSecure entryOpens before 7 AM

Ages served: infants, toddlers and preschoolers

From the state license
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Type
Child care center
Ages
Infants, toddlers and preschoolers
Hours today
6:30 AM to 6:30 PM
Licensed capacity
195 children

Hours

Hours

MondayToday6:30 AM to 6:30 PM
Tuesday6:30 AM to 6:30 PM
Wednesday6:30 AM to 6:30 PM
Thursday6:30 AM to 6:30 PM
Friday6:30 AM to 6:30 PM
SaturdayNot listed
SundayNot listed

Programs

Programs and care

AgesInfants, toddlers and preschoolersFrom the state license
ProgramsInfant care, pre-k, preschool and toddler care
StaffAll Kiddie Academy educators must meet or exceed the state requirements for child care providers, including background clearance, education qualifications, and ongoing professional development
SafetySecure entries, authorized pick-up procedures
Licensed capacity195 childrenFrom the state license
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Cost

Tuition and costs

Kiddie Academy of Buda has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Hays County has a median price of $202 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.
Hays County medians, full time, per week

Infant

Center$202
Home daycare$181

Toddler

Center$189
Home daycare$172

Preschool

Center$183
Home daycare$170

School age

Center$173
Home daycare$160

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 Kiddie Academy of Buda

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
Full Permit
Capacity
195 children
Ages
Infants, toddlers and preschoolers
Permit issued
2020
License number
#1705114
See the state's record

Summary

39 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Sep 25, 2026: no rules cited

Rules cited on 14 of 39 visits · 18 rules in all · 18 corrected

  • Supervision and ratios 9
  • Health, medication and illness 3
  • Staff training and qualifications 2
  • Food and nutrition 1
  • Discipline and child guidance 1
  • Records and paperwork 1
  • Safety and hazards 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 25, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  2. Jul 31, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  3. Jun 18, 2026Inspection3 rules cited
    • Supervision and ratiosMedium High risk

      746.1203(3)(D) - Personal use of electronic devices, such as cell phones, MP3 players, tablets, and video games

      “During interviews with children, parents and other educators, all expressed seeing teachers on personal devices while supervising children both in the classroom and outside on the playgrounds.”

      The state verified the correction on Jun 22, 2026

    • Food and nutritionMedium High risk

      746.3301(b) - Nutrition and Food Service - Follow Meal Patterns

      “The menu had a few days where only one component is served, and there are grain based desserts are being served.”

      The state verified the correction on Jun 18, 2026

    • 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 was left unsupervised for 4 minutes.”

      The state verified the correction on Jun 18, 2026

  4. Jun 16, 2026Visit1 rule cited
    • Discipline and child guidanceHigh risk

      746.2805(3) - Prohibited Punishments - Grabbing and Pulling

      The state verified the correction on Jul 31, 2026

  5. Jun 9, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  6. Jun 8, 2026Complaint investigation1 rule cited
    • Health, medication and illnessMedium risk

      746.707 - Incident/Illness Report Form Shared with Parent

      “This investigation found that the incident report was not shared or signed in 48 hours.”

      The state verified the correction on Jul 8, 2026

  7. May 18, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  8. May 14, 2026Visit1 rule 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 was left unsupervised for 4 minutes.”

      The state verified the correction on Jun 18, 2026

  9. Apr 20, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  10. Mar 26, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Show 42 earlier visits
  1. Mar 19, 2026Complaint investigation1 rule cited
    • Supervision and ratiosMedium High risk

      746.1203(3)(D) - Personal use of electronic devices, such as cell phones, MP3 players, tablets, and video games

      “During interviews with children, parents and other educators, all expressed seeing teachers on personal devices while supervising children both in the classroom and outside on the playgrounds.”

      The state verified the correction on Jun 18, 2026

  2. Mar 13, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  3. Mar 9, 2026Complaint investigation2 rules cited
    • Staff training and qualificationsMedium High risk

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

      “All five operation staff members interviewed corroborated the allegation that the kitchen staff are helping in the baby room and stepping into the classroom to relieve teachers for breaks. When asked for proof of pre-service training and orientation, no certificates were produced.”

      The state verified the correction on Apr 20, 2026

    • Staff training and qualificationsMedium High risk

      746.1309(d) - Documented Annual Training - Caregivers of Children Under 24 Months Required

      “All five operation staff interviewed verified that the ladies help in the baby room. When asked for certificates showing they have training in shaken baby syndrome, they were unable to show documentation.”

      The state verified the correction on Apr 20, 2026

  4. Jan 29, 2026VisitNo rules cited
  5. Jan 29, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  6. Jan 8, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  7. Dec 5, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  8. Dec 2, 2025Visit1 rule 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 17 month old child was left on the playground for 3-5 minutes.”

      The state verified the correction on Jan 8, 2026

  9. Nov 3, 2025Complaint investigation1 rule cited
    • Health, medication and illnessMedium risk

      746.707 - Incident/Illness Report Form Shared with Parent

      “The incident report was signed but not dated by the parent.”

      The state verified the correction on Jan 8, 2026

  10. Sep 29, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  11. Sep 26, 2025VisitNo rules cited
  12. Jul 17, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  13. Jul 14, 2025VisitNo rules cited
  14. Jun 30, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  15. May 27, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  16. May 23, 2025Visit2 rules cited
    • Records and paperworkHigh risk

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

      “This incident happened on 5/2/2025 and brought to the attention of Administration Staff on that date. It was called in anonymously on 5/27/2025.”

      The state verified the correction on Jun 30, 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

      “The caregiver watching the class during naptime had a 5-10 minute long conversation with another caregiver who came in to see if she needed a break. During their 5-10 minute conversation, there was an incident where a child inappropriately touched another child's private areas. This was witnessed on the school's webcam video.”

      The state verified the correction on Jun 30, 2025

  17. Feb 13, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  18. Jan 16, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  19. Jan 13, 2025Visit2 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 was left unattended in a classroom.”

      The state verified the correction on Feb 13, 2025

    • Health, medication and illnessMedium risk

      746.707 - Incident/Illness Report Form Shared with Parent

      “An incident report was created and signed by the operation on 1/13/2025, but parents did not sign it until 1/16/2025. This is more than 48 hours later as per minimum standards.”

      The state verified the correction on Feb 13, 2025

  20. Jul 22, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
    • Safety and hazardsMedium High risk

      746.5205(2) - Sheltering Drill For Severe Weather-Four times a calendar year

      “The operation has been conducting severe weather and lock down drills twice yearly.”

      The state verified the correction on Sep 16, 2024

  21. May 30, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  22. Apr 26, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  23. Apr 25, 2024Visit1 rule 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

      “There was a child that was left in the hallway unattended for a few seconds, before being rejoined with their class outside.”

      The state verified the correction on May 30, 2024

  24. Apr 24, 2024Visit1 rule 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

      “There was a lack in supervision when two children exited the building, and emergency gate allowing them to be at the front of the building unsupervised for a few seconds.”

      The state verified the correction on May 30, 2024

  25. Apr 24, 2024Inspection1 rule 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

      “There was a lack in supervision when two children exited the building, and emergency gate allowing them to be at the front of the building unsupervised for a few seconds.”

      The state verified the correction on May 30, 2024

  26. Apr 2, 2024VisitNo rules cited
  27. Feb 7, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  28. Jan 25, 2024VisitNo rules cited
  29. Dec 14, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
  30. Oct 16, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
  31. Oct 11, 2023Visit1 rule 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

      “There was a child that was left outside unattended for 2 minutes.”

      The state verified the correction on Dec 14, 2023

  32. Aug 29, 2023Visit1 rule cited
    • Discipline and child guidanceMedium High risk

      746.2501(4) - Care Requirements for Toddlers - Holding and Comforting

      “Based on the investigation, and video footage it was determined the operation was not in-compliance.”

      The state verified the correction on Dec 14, 2023

  33. Aug 9, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
  34. Jun 1, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
  35. Oct 5, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
  36. Sep 21, 2022VisitNo rules cited
  37. Sep 20, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
  38. Nov 29, 2021InspectionNo rules cited
  39. Oct 12, 2021Visit1 rule cited
    • Safety and hazardsMedium High risk

      746.3701 - Safety - Areas Free From Hazards

      “A child was injured when a piece of furniture that holds dress up clothing fell on a child when they tugged on the clothing hooks. The daycare removed the piece of furniture from the classroom and removed other ones like it from other classes in the building.”

      Corrected during the visit

  40. Oct 12, 2021Inspection1 rule cited
    • Safety and hazardsMedium High risk

      746.3701 - Safety - Areas Free From Hazards

      “A child was injured when a piece of furniture that holds dress up clothing fell on a child when they tugged on the clothing hooks. The daycare removed the piece of furniture from the classroom and removed other ones like it from other classes in the building.”

      Corrected during the visit

  41. Oct 4, 2021InspectionNo rules cited
  42. Sep 30, 2021Visit1 rule cited
    • Supervision and ratiosHigh risk

      746.1203(4) - Responsibilities of Caregivers- Supervision of Children

      “A caregiver did not provide proper supervision when they did not intervene in a situation to ensure a child's safety. The child was injured and had to seek medical attention.”

      The state verified the correction on Oct 12, 2021

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 Kiddie Academy of Buda

Is Kiddie Academy of Buda licensed?

Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued December 15, 2020.

When was Kiddie Academy of Buda 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 39 visits in the last 3 years.

Has Kiddie Academy of Buda had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 18 rules across 14 of 39 visits in the last 3 years; 18 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 Kiddie Academy of Buda care for?

195, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers and preschoolers.

Does Kiddie Academy of Buda accept child care subsidies?

The state record does not list it as accepting subsidies. Ask the provider directly.

What are Kiddie Academy of Buda's hours?

Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM. Holiday hours can differ.

How much does Kiddie Academy of Buda cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (737) 400-6700 to ask.

What is Kiddie Academy of Buda's phone number?

(737) 400-6700.

Where is Kiddie Academy of Buda?

2448 Main Street, Buda, TX 78610. The nearest other daycare we list is Sunfield EAC YMCA, 0.5 miles away.

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