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155 Vista Gardens Dr, Buda, TX
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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.
Hours
| MondayToday | 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 |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
| Ages | Infants, toddlers and preschoolersFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Programs | Infant care, pre-k, preschool and toddler care |
| Staff | All Kiddie Academy educators must meet or exceed the state requirements for child care providers, including background clearance, education qualifications, and ongoing professional development |
| Safety | Secure entries, authorized pick-up procedures |
| Licensed capacity | 195 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
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).
State record
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
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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746.1203(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
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
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
746.2805(3) - Prohibited Punishments - Grabbing and Pulling
The state verified the correction on Jul 31, 2026
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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FAQ
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued December 15, 2020.
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.
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.
195, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers and preschoolers.
The state record does not list it as accepting subsidies. Ask the provider directly.
Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
It has not listed its tuition. Call (737) 400-6700 to ask.
(737) 400-6700.
2448 Main Street, Buda, TX 78610. The nearest other daycare we list is Sunfield EAC YMCA, 0.5 miles away.