Childrens Courtyard
11718 Metric Blvd Bldg C, Austin, TX
3.5· 34 reviews
Margaret Saldana
- licensed capacity
- 12
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $206
- year first permitted
- 1988
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About
About Margaret Saldana
Margaret Saldana is a home daycare in Austin, Texas. It is registered with the state (since March 25, 1988), for up to 12 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM. As a home daycare, the provider shares the address with families when you call.
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 20 visits in the last 3 years and cited 51 rules across 8 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
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Ages served: infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
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- Type
- Home daycare
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 12 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Thursday | 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Friday | 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Setting | Family child care homeFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 12 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Margaret Saldana has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a home daycare in Travis County has a median price of $206 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$229
Home daycare$206
Toddler
Center$214
Home daycare$196
Preschool
Center$209
Home daycare$194
School age
Center$197
Home daycare$184
State record
Inspection reports for Margaret Saldana
License
- Status
- Registered with the state and operating
- License type
- Registered
- Capacity
- 12 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Permit issued
- 1988
- License number
- #237673
Summary
20 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Sep 24, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 8 of 20 visits · 51 rules in all · 51 corrected
- Safety and hazards 13
- Safe sleep 10
- Health, medication and illness 7
- Records and paperwork 7
- Discipline and child guidance 4
- Supervision and ratios 3
- Food and nutrition 3
- Background checks 2
- Staff training and qualifications 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.
The state lists a corrective action on this permit.
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See all 21 visits
- Sep 24, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Aug 28, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Jul 31, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Jun 22, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- May 22, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Apr 28, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Mar 26, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Feb 24, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Feb 13, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
747.2315(b) - AP Cribs - Only Snug Fitting Sheet and Crib Mattress Cover Allowed if Infant Younger than 12 Months of Age
“Observed a child under 12 months old sleeping in a Play yard with a pillow and toys inside.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 24, 2026
Jan 29, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
745.8641 - Requirements during probation
“The conditions imposed during the probation period were not completed.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 18, 2026
Show 11 earlier visits
- Dec 1, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Nov 13, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Oct 29, 2025Inspection12 rules cited
747.5005(1) - Fire Drill Monthly - Exit in 3 Minutes
“There was no fire drill logged for the month of September.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 13, 2025
747.2315(b) - AP Cribs - Only Snug Fitting Sheet and Crib Mattress Cover Allowed if Infant Younger than 12 Months of Age
“A six month old infant was observed sleeping with a blanket and stuffed animal.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 13, 2025
747.3203(13) - Mark Cleaning Supplies, Toxic Materials; Separate from Food and Inaccessible
“The restroom was observed with cleaning wipes on the counter and cleaning products under the sink with no child safe lock.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 13, 2025
747.2105(a) - Screen Time Activities - Not Used for Under Two
“Children under two years old were observed having screen time.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 13, 2025
747.2318(1) - Tummy Time Activities - Ensure that caregivers and staff can see and hear the infant when an infant is engaged in tummy time
“A six month old infant was observed doing tummy time while not being visible to the caregiver.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 13, 2025
747.2318(3) - Tummy Time Activities - If infant has fallen asleep, move infant immediately to the crib and position on the infant’s back as required by ?747.2327
“A six month old was observed falling asleep during tummy time and was not moved promptly.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 13, 2025
747.2321(b) - Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days
“The infant feeding form has not been updated since August 2025.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 13, 2025
747.5107(a) - Inspect Fire Extinguishers Monthly
“The fire extinguisher was not inspected in the month of September.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 13, 2025
747.2105(c)(4) - Screen Time Activities - Not Used During Eating or Rest Times
“Children were observed watching screens during meal time.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 13, 2025
747.3213(1) - Children Handwashing Before Eating
“Children were observed being placed in high chairs for meal time without washing their hands.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 13, 2025
747.2305(1) - Infant Care Area Furnishings and Equipment -Non-walking
“A non-walking infant was observed sleeping on a mat instead of a crib.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 13, 2025
747.2326(a)(1) - Infant May Not Sleep in a Restrictive Device
“A six month old infant was observed sleeping in a restrictive device.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 13, 2025
Sep 5, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
747.4303(a) - Individual Cot, Bed, or Mat for Each Walking Child Through 4 Years of Age
“Observed two children sleeping on couches in the livingroom. This was corrected when the children were placed on the mattress and floor.”
Corrected during the visit
Aug 21, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
747.2315(b) - AP Cribs - Only Snug Fitting Sheet and Crib Mattress Cover Allowed if Infant Younger than 12 Months of Age
“Observed an 4 month old inside a play yard with an activity play gym and mat. This was corrected when the provider remove the extra play equipment.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 5, 2025
747.3501 - Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
“A water hose was observed on the ground in the backyard.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 5, 2025
- Apr 29, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Apr 15, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
747.1501(c)(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
“Upon arrival, observed an infant lying on the couch.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 29, 2025
Apr 3, 2025Inspection25 rules cited
747.3703(b) - Animals at Center - Statement of Health from Veterinarian
“The provider did not have a health statement for the dog present at the operation.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 29, 2025
747.5115 - Smoke Detectors Testing
“The provider is not testing the smoke detectors monthly.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 15, 2025
747.613(a) - Required Immunizations
“Two children enrolled and present at the operation did not have any proof of the required immunizations.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 29, 2025
745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
“One adult was present in the home without a background check during inspection. The individual left during inspection.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 15, 2025
747.5005(3) - Lock-down drill 4 times in a calendar year
“The provider did not conduct lock-down drills 4 times in a calendar year.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 15, 2025
747.2324(1) - Naptime for Infants - Designated crib, cot, bed, or mat
“An infant was asleep on a recliner chair. The provider moved the infant into a play yard during inspection.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 15, 2025
747.605(15) - Required Admission Information-Child's allergies and Completed Food Allergy Plan
“One child with a diagnosed allergy did not have a a completed food allergy emergency plan for the child.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 22, 2025
747.603(a)(2) - Children's Records - Admission Information
“The provider did not have any admission paperwork for two children enrolled and present at the operation during inspection.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 29, 2025
747.5337(b)(2) - CO Detection System Connected to Alarm or Smoke Detection System- Test Documentation Available During Hours of Operation
“The provider is not testing the carbon monoxide detection system monthly.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 15, 2025
747.603(a)(3) - Children's Records - Health Statement
“Two children enrolled and present at the operation during inspection did not have a statement of the child's health from a health-care professional.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 29, 2025
747.1503(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
“Children are left unsupervised at the operation when the provider sleeps and/or naps while children are present in care at the operation.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 15, 2025
747.3935(b) - Children's Products- Annual Certification
“The provider last completed the CPSC annual certification in 2018.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 15, 2025
747.5107(a) - Inspect Fire Extinguishers Monthly
“The provider is not inspecting the fire extinguisher monthly.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 15, 2025
747.1501(c)(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
“The provider did not demonstrate good judgment when a pillow and blanket was placed on top of an infant in a bouncer to help the infant sleep. This was removed during the inspction.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 15, 2025
747.2301(3) - Basic Requirements for Infants - Prompt Attention to Needs
“One infant was left in a play yard after waking up from nap without prompt attention given to the child's physical needs as the child stated: out and the provider left the child in the play yard.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 15, 2025
747.635(a) - Sign-in and Sign-out Logs Maintained
“The provider did not have any records of attendance for each child.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 15, 2025
747.5005(1) - Fire Drill Monthly - Exit in 3 Minutes
“Fire drills are not being practiced monthly and during more than one drill the provider logged that they were not able to exit in 3 minutes or less.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 15, 2025
747.501(9) - Written Operational Policies - Parent Rights
“The operational policies did not include parent's rights.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 29, 2025
747.3113(4) - Menus Available to Licensing
“The provider did not have a menu for today's breakfast available for review or any prior menus available for review during inspection.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 15, 2025
747.3803(b) - First Aid Kit - Supplies Not Expired
“Neosporin was present in the first aid kit that expired in 2023. It was removed during the inspection.”
Corrected during the visit
747.623(3) - Immunizations-Completed official record from doctor's office or pharmacy
“Two children's immunization records did not have the signature (including a rubber stamp or electronic signature) of the health-care professional who administered the vaccine.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 29, 2025
747.501(6) - Written Operational Policies - Safe Sleep for Infants
“The operational policies did not include infant safe sleep.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 22, 2025
747.5005(2) - Sheltering drill for Severe Weather- 4 times in a calendar year
“The provider did not conduct severe weather drills 4 times in a calendar year.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 15, 2025
747.3703(a) - Animals at Center - Documentation of Vaccinations
“The provider does not have any documentation of vaccinations for the dog present at the operation.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 22, 2025
747.501(8) - Written Operational Policies - Promotion of Physical Activity
“The operational policies did not include promotion of physical activity or the duration.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 29, 2025
- Sep 16, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Aug 13, 2024Inspection8 rules cited
747.3935(b) - Children's Products- Annual Certification
“A current product certification form was not available for review.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 22, 2024
747.801(7) - Records Maintained and Made Available - Safety Drills Documentation
“There is no current record of safety drills documentation, includeing tests of smoke detectors, carbon monoxide dectors, or fire extinguishers.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 22, 2024
747.603(a)(4) - Children's Records - Immunizations
“Two children do not have immunization information on file. One child does not have current immunizations on file.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 16, 2024
747.2321(a) - Written Feeding Instructions - Signed and Dated by Parent or Health-Care Professional
“An infant not yet on table food does not have feeding instructions.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 16, 2024
747.603(a)(2) - Children's Records - Admission Information
“Two children do not have admission information available for review.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 16, 2024
745.621(a)(5) - AP Initial background checks submitted - At the time a non-client resident 14 or older moves into your home or operation
“An individual older than 14 is living in the home and does not have a background check.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 16, 2024
747.1303(5)(A) - Training Requirements for Primary Caregiver -30 Hours Annual Training
“The primary caregiver does not have any annual training on file.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 21, 2024
747.2105(a) - Screen Time Activities - Not Used for Under Two
“Screen time was available for children under 2 years old. This was corrected when the televsion was turned off.”
Corrected during the visit
- Sep 23, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
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FAQ
Questions about Margaret Saldana
Is Margaret Saldana licensed?
Yes. Margaret Saldana is registered with the state and operating, with a permit issued March 25, 1988. This is how Texas authorizes this type of child care.
When was Margaret Saldana last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on September 24, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 20 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Margaret Saldana had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 51 rules across 8 of 20 visits in the last 3 years; 51 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 Margaret Saldana care for?
12, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Margaret Saldana accept child care subsidies?
The state record does not list it as accepting subsidies. Ask the provider directly.
What are Margaret Saldana's hours?
Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Margaret Saldana cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (512) 825-0485 to ask.
What is Margaret Saldana's phone number?
(512) 825-0485.
Where is Margaret Saldana?
Austin, TX 78758. It is a home daycare, so the provider shares the street address with families directly.