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Waco, TX 76707 · infants to school-age · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Paula Hofen
- licensed capacity
- 12
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $122
- year first permitted
- 1990
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About
About Paula Hofen
Paula Hofen is a home daycare in Waco, Texas. It is registered with the state (since June 25, 1990), for up to 12 children, serving infants, toddlers and preschoolers.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 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 3 visits in the last 3 years and cited 6 rules across 2 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
Infants
Ages served: infants, toddlers and preschoolers
6 wk
6 mo
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2
3
4
5
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12 yr
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- Type
- Home daycare
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers and preschoolers
- Hours today
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 12 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Thursday | 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Friday | 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Infants, toddlers and preschoolersFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Setting | Family child care homeFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 12 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Paula Hofen has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a home daycare in McLennan County has a median price of $122 a week (U.S. Department of Labor, 2022).
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Infant
Center$134
Home daycare$122
Toddler
Center$127
Home daycare$117
Preschool
Center$124
Home daycare$116
School age
Center$117
Home daycare$110
State record
Inspection reports for Paula Hofen
License
- Status
- Registered with the state and operating
- License type
- Registered
- Capacity
- 12 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers and preschoolers
- Permit issued
- 1990
- License number
- #402238
Summary
3 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Sep 15, 2025: no rules cited
Rules cited on 2 of 3 visits · 6 rules in all · 6 corrected
- Staff training and qualifications 2
- Safe sleep 1
- Food and nutrition 1
- Records and paperwork 1
- Health, medication and illness 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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See all 4 visits
- Sep 15, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Sep 11, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
747.2315(b) - AP Cribs - Only Snug Fitting Sheet and Crib Mattress Cover Allowed if Infant Younger than 12 Months of Age
“A 5 month old infant was observed asleep in their crib with a blanket and two small toys present in the crib. This was corrected at inspection when the caregiver removed the blankets and toys.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 15, 2025
Jan 23, 2025Inspection5 rules cited
747.2321(b) - Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days
“There were 2 infants that did not have current infant feeding instructions on file. One's infant feeding form was last updated in 8/2024 and the other infant's form was last updated on 9/16/24.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 3, 2025
747.1309(a) - Primary Caregiver Annual Training -30 Hours Required
“The Provider had completed 3 out of 30 required hours of annual training.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 20, 2025
747.1313(b) - Pediatric First-Aid and Pediatric CPR Training -skill based and hands on
“The Provider did not have current CPR/First Aid Certification. The Provider's CPR/First Aid expired on 8/25/2024.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 6, 2025
747.501(8) - Written Operational Policies - Promotion of Physical Activity
“The operational policy was observed to not have the following, required sections, included: *Promotion of Active Play *Infant Safe Sleep *Parent Rights”
The state verified the correction on Feb 6, 2025
747.613(b) - Required Immunizations Records, Exceptions, and Exemptions Current
“There were 2 children in care that did not have immunization records on file for review.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 3, 2025
Jan 5, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
747.4401(7) - Safety Requirements for Active Play Equipment - No Pinch, Crush, or Shear Points
“One riding toy was observed to be in disrepair exposing springs, posing a pinching hazard. The homeowner will remove the equipment before children are allowed access to the area.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 5, 2023
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FAQ
Questions about Paula Hofen
Is Paula Hofen licensed?
Yes. Paula Hofen is registered with the state and operating, with a permit issued June 25, 1990. This is how Texas authorizes this type of child care.
When was Paula Hofen last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on September 15, 2025, with no rules cited. It lists 3 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Paula Hofen had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 6 rules across 2 of 3 visits in the last 3 years; 6 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 Paula Hofen care for?
12, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers and preschoolers.
Does Paula Hofen accept child care subsidies?
The state record does not list it as accepting subsidies. Ask the provider directly.
What are Paula Hofen's hours?
Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Paula Hofen cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (254) 723-4394 to ask.
What is Paula Hofen's phone number?
(254) 723-4394.
Where is Paula Hofen?
Waco, TX 76707. It is a home daycare, so the provider shares the street address with families directly.