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Rainbow Childrens Station Northwest

6864 Ingram Rd, San Antonio, TX 782385.0· 8 reviews
licensed capacity
22
open each week
5 days
a week, county median
$171
year first permitted
2024

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About

About Rainbow Childrens Station Northwest

Rainbow Childrens Station Northwest is a licensed child care center in San Antonio, Texas. The state has permitted it since November 20, 2024, for up to 22 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.

It is open Monday to Friday, 6:45 AM to 6:00 PM.

Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 28 visits in the last 3 years and cited 31 rules across 15 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

InfantsSchool-ageAccepts child care subsidyOpens before 7 AM

Ages served: infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children

From the state license
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Type
Child care center
Ages
Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
Hours today
6:45 AM to 6:00 PM
Licensed capacity
22 children

Hours

Hours

MondayToday6:45 AM to 6:00 PM
Tuesday6:45 AM to 6:00 PM
Wednesday6:45 AM to 6:00 PM
Thursday6:45 AM to 6:00 PM
Friday6:45 AM to 6:00 PM
SaturdayNot listed
SundayNot listed
From the state license

Programs

Programs and care

AgesInfants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license
Child care subsidyAccepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license
Licensed capacity22 childrenFrom the state license
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Cost

Tuition and costs

Rainbow Childrens Station Northwest 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.
Bexar County medians, full time, per week

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

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 Rainbow Childrens Station Northwest

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
Full Permit
Capacity
22 children
Ages
Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
Permit issued
2024
License number
#1788595
See the state's record

Summary

28 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jul 7, 2026: 1 rule cited

Rules cited on 15 of 28 visits · 31 rules in all · 31 corrected

  • Safe sleep 5
  • Staff training and qualifications 4
  • Health, medication and illness 4
  • Records and paperwork 3
  • Supervision and ratios 3
  • Safety and hazards 3
  • Food and nutrition 3
  • Background checks 2
  • Discipline and child guidance 1
  • Other rules 3

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 conditions on this permit.

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  1. Jul 7, 2026Visit1 rule cited
    • Other rulesHigh risk

      745.247 - Franchise Tax Delinquent

      “According to the Texas Comptroller website, the business entity's Franchise Tax Account Status is Inactive/Forfeited. The operation is currently providing care to children with an inactive status.”

      The state verified the correction on Jul 21, 2026

  2. Jun 4, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
    • Other rulesMedium High risk

      746.201(9) - Complying with Laws and Rules

      “Upon reviewing records, it was noted children attended operation for more that 15 days in one month.”

      The state verified the correction on Jun 22, 2026

  3. Jun 1, 2026Visit1 rule cited
    • Safe sleepMedium High risk

      746.309(a)(1) - Parental Notification of Safe Sleeping Deficiency

      “Operation did not submit Safe Sleep Parent Notification on the due date 5.29.26.”

      The state verified the correction on Jun 3, 2026

  4. May 21, 2026Inspection4 rules cited
    • Other rulesMedium High risk

      746.201(9) - Complying with Laws and Rules

      “At time of inspection, it was noted children attended operation for more that 15 days in one month.”

      The state verified the correction on Jun 4, 2026

    • Safe sleepHigh risk

      746.2415(b) - AP Cribs - Only Snug Fitting Sheet and Crib Mattress Cover Allowed if Infant Younger than 12 Months of Age

      “At time of inspection, an infant younger than 12 months was observed in a stationed bouncy chair inside the play yard.”

      The state verified the correction on Jun 4, 2026

    • Staff training and qualificationsMedium High risk

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

      “At time of inspection, an infant caregiver who was providing direct care of children did not have the required SIDS,Understanding early childhood brain development, and Recognizing and preventing shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma training.”

      The state verified the correction on Jun 4, 2026

    • Staff training and qualificationsMedium risk

      746.1311(a) - Director Annual Training 30 Hours Required

      “At time of inspection a directors file only had 12 out of the 30 required annual training.”

      The state verified the correction on Jul 27, 2026

  5. Feb 10, 2026Visit1 rule cited
    • Records and paperworkMedium risk

      746.203(2) - Liability Insurance Requirements - Provide Proof of Coverage Annually by Anniversary Date of Issuance

      “The operation did not update their liability insurance information by the renewal date.”

      The state verified the correction on Feb 11, 2026

  6. Nov 24, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illnessMedium risk

      746.603(a)(4) - Children's Records - Immunizations

      “Two out of four records reviewed did not have current immunizations on file at the time of review.”

      The state verified the correction on Dec 21, 2025

    • Staff training and qualificationsMedium risk

      746.1309(e) - Documented Annual Training- Required Content

      “Two out of four records reviewed did not have the required trainings at review.”

      The state verified the correction on Dec 21, 2025

  7. Aug 13, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
    • Background checksHigh risk

      745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation

      “A caregiver was observed present and caring for children without a background check.”

      The state verified the correction on Aug 21, 2025

  8. May 9, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  9. Apr 2, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  10. Mar 20, 2025Inspection1 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 5 year old and 9 month old were left unsupervised in a classroom while the director took the rest of the group to the restroom. This was partially corrected when the infant caregiver moved the 9 month old to the infant room but the 5 year old was remained unsupervised in the classroom. A 3 year old then left the restroom and entered the classroom unattended. The 3 year old and 5 year old were observed unsupervised in the classroom. This was corrected when the director and the rest of the group returned to the classroom where the 5 and 3 year old were.”

      The state verified the correction on Apr 2, 2025

Show 18 earlier visits
  1. Mar 18, 2025Complaint investigation2 rules cited
    • Records and paperworkMedium risk

      746.801(5) - Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Employees' Attendance

      “Based on the evidence gathered, one of the directors does not maintain attendance records or time sheets for themselves and could not provide this documentation upon request.”

      The state verified the correction on May 9, 2025

    • Supervision and ratiosMedium High risk

      746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children

      “Based on the evidence gathered, a group of children with a specified age of 2 years old was out of ratio by one child for at least 10 minutes on 03/18/2025. One caregiver had 12 children in their group.”

      The state verified the correction on May 9, 2025

  2. Dec 12, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  3. Oct 1, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  4. Sep 12, 2024VisitNo rules cited
  5. Aug 26, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  6. Aug 13, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
    • Safety and hazardsMedium High risk

      746.3701(10) - Safety - Televisions Anchored to Prevent Tip Over

      “A television was observed not mounted during inspection.”

      The state verified the correction on Aug 26, 2024

  7. Jul 2, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  8. Jun 17, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  9. Jun 5, 2024VisitNo rules cited
  10. Apr 12, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  11. Apr 5, 2024Inspection4 rules cited
    • Safe sleepHigh risk

      746.2426(a)(1) - Infant May Not Sleep in a Restrictive Device

      “A nine month infant was observed sleeping in a restrictive device. Note: This was corrected at inspection when the infant woke up when being removed from the restrictive device.”

      The state verified the correction on Apr 12, 2024

    • Safety and hazardsHigh risk

      746.3407(12) - Mark Cleaning Supplies, Toxic Materials; Keep Separate from Food and Inaccessible to Children

      “The cleaning sprays located in the cabinet in the restroom used by children were accessible as the child proof lock was unlocked. Note: This was corrected at inspection as the cabinet was locked with the child proof lock.”

      The state verified the correction on Apr 12, 2024

    • Staff training and qualificationsMedium High risk

      746.1301(a)(3)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Pediatric First Aid with Rescue Breathing

      “One out of the three staff records reviewed did not have current First Aid and CPR training.”

      The state verified the correction on Apr 10, 2024

    • Health, medication and illnessMedium High risk

      746.613(b) - Immunization Records, Exceptions, and Exemptions Current

      “Two out the four files reviewed did not have current immunization records.”

      The state verified the correction on May 3, 2024

  12. Mar 19, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  13. Feb 8, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  14. Feb 6, 2024Complaint investigation2 rules cited
    • Safety and hazardsMedium High risk

      746.3407(13) - Using, Storing and Disposing of Hazardous Materials

      “A staff member used too much bleach when mopping the floor, causing a child's pants to get bleach stains when child crawled on the floor.”

      The state verified the correction on Mar 19, 2024

    • Supervision and ratiosMedium High risk

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

      “Based on information gathered during the course of the investigation, a caregiver was on her phone while supervising the children in care.”

      The state verified the correction on Mar 19, 2024

  15. Jan 25, 2024Inspection4 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illnessMedium High risk

      746.3503(a) - Diaper Changing Equipment - Smooth, Non-absorbent, Easy to Clean Surface

      “The infant changing mat was observed to be torn. Note: This was CORRECTED AT INSPECTION when the old changing mat was removed.”

      Corrected during the visit

    • Safe sleepMedium risk

      746.2405(3) - Infant Care Area Furnishings and Equipment - Crib, Cot, or Bed for Each Walking Infant

      “An 11 month old non-walking infant was observed sleeping on a mat.”

      The state verified the correction on Feb 8, 2024

    • Food and nutritionMedium risk

      746.2421(a) - Written Feeding Instructions - Signed and Dated by Parent or Health-Care Professional

      “2 infant feeding schedules observed had not been signed by the parent.”

      The state verified the correction on Feb 8, 2024

    • Food and nutritionMedium High risk

      746.2419(6) - Requirements for Feeding Infants - Label Bottles/Cups

      “3 infant bottles were not labeled.”

      The state verified the correction on Feb 8, 2024

  16. Jan 3, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  17. Dec 14, 2023Inspection3 rules cited
    • Background checksHigh risk

      HRC42.054 - Required Fees

      “A background check fee has not been paid.”

      The state verified the correction on Dec 27, 2023

    • Discipline and child guidanceMedium risk

      746.2207(a) - Screen Time Activities - Not Used for Under Two

      “A child under the age of two years old was observed watching television. Note: This was corrected at inspection when the child was moved.”

      The state verified the correction on Jan 3, 2024

    • Health, medication and illnessMedium High risk

      746.3415(2) - Employee Handwashing Before Feeding a Child

      “Caregivers did not wash their hands before feeding children and after removing gloves.”

      The state verified the correction on Jan 3, 2024

  18. Nov 7, 2023Inspection3 rules cited
    • Records and paperworkMedium Low risk

      746.501(b)(1) - Operational Policies - Inform Parents That They May Visit Center Anytime During Operating Hours

      “Operational policies did not include the open door policy.”

      The state verified the correction on Nov 8, 2023

    • Safe sleepHigh risk

      746.501(a)(9) - Written Operational Policies - Safe Sleep for Infants 12 Months and Younger

      “The infant safe sleep policy was not included in the operational policies.”

      The state verified the correction on Nov 8, 2023

    • Food and nutritionMedium risk

      746.501(a)(10) - Written Operational Policies - Meals

      “Meals were not included in the operational policies.”

      The state verified the correction on Nov 8, 2023

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 Rainbow Childrens Station Northwest

Is Rainbow Childrens Station Northwest licensed?

Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued November 20, 2024.

When was Rainbow Childrens Station Northwest last inspected?

Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on July 7, 2026, with 1 rule cited. It lists 28 visits in the last 3 years.

Has Rainbow Childrens Station Northwest had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 31 rules across 15 of 28 visits in the last 3 years; 31 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 Rainbow Childrens Station Northwest care for?

22, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.

Does Rainbow Childrens Station Northwest accept child care subsidies?

Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.

What are Rainbow Childrens Station Northwest's hours?

Monday to Friday, 6:45 AM to 6:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.

How much does Rainbow Childrens Station Northwest cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (210) 455-0203 to ask.

What is Rainbow Childrens Station Northwest's phone number?

(210) 455-0203.

Where is Rainbow Childrens Station Northwest?

6864 Ingram Rd, San Antonio, TX 78238. The nearest other daycare we list is Rocio Martinez Orozco, 0.5 miles away.

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