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San Antonio, TX 78240 · infants to toddlers · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
La Petite Academy Eckhert
- licensed capacity
- 136
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $171
- year first permitted
- 1988
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About
About La Petite Academy Eckhert
La Petite Academy Eckhert is a licensed child care center in San Antonio, Texas. The state has permitted it since June 13, 1988, for up to 136 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM. It describes its programs: after-school care, before-school care, infant care and pre-k. It says it provides meals.
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 20 visits in the last 3 years and cited 18 rules across 6 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsPreschool / pre-KBefore- and after-schoolSummer campMeals providedCameras for parentsAccepts 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 6:30 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 136 children
Hours
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
Programs and care
| Ages | Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license. It lists: 6 Weeks - 12 Years |
|---|---|
| Programs | After-school care, before-school care, infant care, pre-k, preschool, summer camp and toddler care |
| Enrichment | Handwriting & Advanced Math, Music, Phonics, Soccer, Spanish, Yoga (additional fee) |
| Staff | Director's Certification, CPR, and First Aid; staff also hold CDA |
| Daily life | Meals provided; Snacks provided |
| Safety | Cameras / live video for parents (free live streaming video of classroom via SproutAbout app) |
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Transportation | Transportation (transportation to Frances Rhodes Elementary, McDermott Elementary, Brookes Oaks Academy, and Carnahan Elementary) |
| Parent updates | Cameras / live video for parents (free live streaming video of classroom via SproutAbout app) |
| Parent updates | Parent app (SproutAbout) |
| Accreditation | NECPA accredited, Texas Rising Star |
| Licensed capacity | 136 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
La Petite Academy Eckhert has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Bexar County has a median price of $171 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$171
Home daycare$154
Toddler
Center$160
Home daycare$148
Preschool
Center$156
Home daycare$146
School age
Center$149
Home daycare$139
State record
Inspection reports for La Petite Academy Eckhert
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Full Permit
- Capacity
- 136 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Permit issued
- 1988
- License number
- #236382- 684
Summary
20 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Oct 28, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 7 of 20 visits · 18 rules in all · 18 corrected
- Staff training and qualifications 6
- Health, medication and illness 4
- Safety and hazards 3
- Supervision and ratios 2
- Discipline and child guidance 2
- Building, equipment and play areas 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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- Oct 28, 2026VisitNo rules cited
Jul 30, 2026Visit2 rules cited
746.5537(a)(2) - Electronic or Battery-Operated Carbon Monoxide Detector-Check All Detectors Monthly
“The operation was not conducting monthly testing of the carbon monoxide detector. Noted: this was corrected during the inspection on 7/30/26, when Form 7263 was provided to the operation, and the detector test conducted that day was documented.”
Corrected during the visit
746.5401 - Requirement of Gas Leak Inspection
“The operation did not have a current gas inspection conducted. The last inspection was completed on July 25th, 2024.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 10, 2026
Jul 30, 2026Inspection2 rules cited
746.5537(a)(2) - Electronic or Battery-Operated Carbon Monoxide Detector-Check All Detectors Monthly
“The operation was not conducting monthly testing of the carbon monoxide detector. Noted: this was corrected during the inspection on 7/30/26, when Form 7263 was provided to the operation, and the detector test conducted that day was documented.”
Corrected during the visit
746.5401 - Requirement of Gas Leak Inspection
“The operation did not have a current gas inspection conducted. The last inspection was completed on July 25th, 2024.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 10, 2026
Jul 7, 2026Inspection2 rules cited
746.1311(a) - Director Annual Training 30 Hours Required
“The director did not have the required number of training hour certificates available for review.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 21, 2026
746.1309(a) - Documented Annual Training Area - 24 Hours Required
“Two caregivers that have been employed for over a year, did not have the required 24 hours of training certificates available for review.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 20, 2026
- Jan 27, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Jan 13, 2026Inspection8 rules cited
746.613(b) - Immunization Records, Exceptions, and Exemptions Current
“Four of the ten children's files reviewed did not have current immunization records in their files available for rreview.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 22, 2026
746.5101(a) - Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
“The operation has not had an updated fire inspection. The most recent fire inspection was completed on August 6, 2024.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 6, 2026
746.4907(a)(1) - Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Six Inches if Equipment 5 Ft or Less
“The loose-fill on both active play spaces was observed to not be installed to the required depth of six inches around and under the play structures.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 17, 2026
746.3417(3) - Children Handwashing After Toileting or Diapering
“After diapering, in an infant room, the caregiver was observed to not assist the child to wash their hands and allowed to child to continue to play. Noted: This was corrected during the inspection when the caregiver was advised to wash the child's hands.”
Corrected during the visit
746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
“In a room with a Specified Age of 0-11 months, there were five children with one caregiver. Noted: this was corrected when the oldest child in the group was transitioned to the next room.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 27, 2026
746.3415(13) - Employee Handwashing After Removing Gloves
“After diapering, gloves were utilized, a caregiver was observed to not wash their hands after removing their gloves and was going to continue changing additional changing. Noted: This was corrected during the inspection when the caregiver was advised to wash their hands after removing gloves and in between each diaper change.”
Corrected during the visit
746.3505(e) - Diapering Procedures - Sanitizing Diaper Changing Area
“After a diaper change, the caregiver was observe to not sanitize the changing table surface and was going to continue changing another child's diaper. Noted: This was corrected during the inspection when the caregiver was advised to sanitize the surface and reminded to sanitize between each diaper change.”
Corrected during the visit
746.1309(e) - Documented Annual Training- Required Content
“Two of the ten staff files reviewed did not include training certificates available for review in required topics: Administering Medication, Preventing and responding to emergencies due to food or an allergic reaction, and Handling, storing, and disposing of hazardous materials.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 22, 2026
- Jul 3, 2025VisitNo rules cited
May 20, 2025Inspection3 rules cited
746.1309(e) - Documented Annual Training- Required Content
“Three staff members did not have training certificates in required topics; administering medication, food allergies, and hazardous materials available for review.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 6, 2025
746.1311(e) - Director Annual Training - Additional required topics
“Training certificates in required topics, such as; administering medication, hazardous materials, and food allergies were not available for review.”
The state verified the correction on May 30, 2025
746.1316(a) - Transportation Safety Training -Director and Employee Complete 2 Hours Annually
“Individuals responsible for transportation did not have training certificates available for review in transportation totaling two hours.”
The state verified the correction on May 31, 2025
- Apr 21, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Apr 17, 2025Visit2 rules 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
“Through an investigation, it was determined that proper supervision was not practiced when a child was left unattended outdoors for 21 seconds. The child was returned indoors, unharmed.”
The state verified the correction on May 20, 2025
746.1201(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
“Through an investigation, it was determined that a caregiver did not utilize good judgment when he allowed a child to remain outdoors unsupervised.”
The state verified the correction on May 20, 2025
Show 18 earlier visits
- Oct 2, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Sep 4, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Aug 13, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Aug 5, 2024VisitNo rules cited
- Jun 13, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Feb 13, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Feb 5, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Dec 27, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
Dec 14, 2023Visit1 rule cited
746.2805(3) - Prohibited Punishments - Grabbing and Pulling
“It was determined during the investigation process that a caregiver used prohibited punishment.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 13, 2024
- Dec 6, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
- Oct 11, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
Oct 9, 2023Complaint investigation2 rules cited
746.1203(3)(D) - Personal use of electronic devices, such as cell phones, MP3 players, tablets, and video games
“A caregiver was utilizing her personal device to text while in charge of supervising a group of children.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 6, 2023
746.307(c) - Parental Notification of Less Serious Injuries
“Parents were not notified of less serious injuries such as bites.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 6, 2023
Aug 1, 2023Inspection6 rules cited
746.603(a)(3) - Children's Records - Health Statement
“Six of the ten children's records reviewed did not include a healthcare provider statement.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 11, 2023
746.605(12) - Required Admission Information - Emergency Medical Authorization
“Four of the ten children's files reviewed did not include emergency care authorization.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 11, 2023
746.605(11) - Required Admission Information - Physician Information
“Five of the ten children's records reviewed did not include physician or emergency-care facility information.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 11, 2023
746.605(13) - Required Admission Information - Special Needs Statement
“Four of the ten children's records reviewed did not include a special care statement.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 11, 2023
746.3701 - Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
“A tree fell on the playground (utilized by infants and toddlers), damaged the fence. The tree has not been removed and the fence has not been repaired.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 22, 2023
746.605(6) - Required Admission Information - Emergency Contact
“Five of the ten children's files reviewed did not include all necessary information for the emergency contact person listed.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 11, 2023
Jul 13, 2023Visit1 rule cited
746.1201(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
“A caregiver failed to evaluate a child's ear after being notified of a bead being inserted into the ear.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 1, 2023
Aug 31, 2022Inspection2 rules cited
746.3505(e) - Diapering Procedures - Sanitizing Diaper Changing Area
“A caregiver did not sanitize the diaper changing table after a diaper change. Note: This was corrected at inspection as the caregiver sanitized the diaper changing mat.”
Corrected during the visit
746.3701 - Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
“Cleaning supplies were accessible to the children in care as they were located in the cabinet beneath the diaper changing table with the child safety lock unlocked. Note: This was corrected at inspection as the child safety lock was locked.”
Corrected during the visit
- Nov 5, 2021InspectionNo rules cited
- Oct 25, 2021InspectionNo rules cited
- Oct 17, 2021VisitNo rules cited
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FAQ
Questions about La Petite Academy Eckhert
Is La Petite Academy Eckhert licensed?
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued June 13, 1988.
When was La Petite Academy Eckhert last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on October 28, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 20 visits in the last 3 years.
Has La Petite Academy Eckhert had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 18 rules across 7 of 20 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 La Petite Academy Eckhert care for?
136, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does La Petite Academy Eckhert accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are La Petite Academy Eckhert's hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does La Petite Academy Eckhert cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (210) 558-7244 to ask.
What is La Petite Academy Eckhert's phone number?
(210) 558-7244.
Where is La Petite Academy Eckhert?
5718 Eckhert Rd, San Antonio, TX 78240. The nearest other daycare we list is Lion's Path Preschool, 0.1 miles away.