Aimee Barajas
San Antonio, TX 78210 · infants to school-age · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
The Children's Garden, A Place to Bloom
- licensed capacity
- 56
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $171
- year first permitted
- 2010
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About
About The Children's Garden, A Place to Bloom
The Children's Garden, A Place to Bloom is a licensed child care center in San Antonio, Texas. The state has permitted it since April 16, 2010, for up to 56 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 6:30 PM. It describes its programs: infant care, preschool and toddler care.
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 8 visits in the last 3 years and cited 11 rules across 3 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
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- 6:00 AM to 6:30 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 56 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 6:00 AM to 6:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:00 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:00 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Thursday | 6:00 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Friday | 6:00 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: Infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and school-age children |
|---|---|
| Programs | Infant care, preschool and toddler care |
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| More | Founded 2007 |
| Licensed capacity | 56 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
The Children's Garden, A Place to Bloom 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 The Children's Garden, A Place to Bloom
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Full Permit
- Capacity
- 56 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Permit issued
- 2010
- License number
- #1060730
Summary
8 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jul 17, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 3 of 8 visits · 11 rules in all · 11 corrected
- Health, medication and illness 4
- Building, equipment and play areas 2
- Staff training and qualifications 2
- Records and paperwork 1
- Supervision and ratios 1
- Safe sleep 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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- Jul 17, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Jul 8, 2026Inspection6 rules cited
746.901(4) - Required Personnel Records - Required Affidavit (Form 2985)
“Three of the six caregivers were missing the affidavit form 2985.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 17, 2026
746.603(a)(4) - Children's Records - Immunizations
“One of the six children's files was missing the immunization records.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 17, 2026
746.4601(7) - Safety Requirements for Active Play Equipment - No Pinch, Crush, or Shear Points
“Three outside plastic toys (two lawnmowers and an infant activity gym) were observed to be broken with sharp edges and cracks. NOTE: Compliance has been met as the items were removed.”
Corrected during the visit
746.4907(d) - Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Proper Depth Maintained
“At the time, the playgroound surfacing appeared to be compact with no 6 inches of mulch in the use zone areas of the slide and exit areas.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 19, 2026
746.1613(a) - Reduction of child/caregiver naptime ratio by 50% allowed, If 13 or more children in care, children are 18 mo. or older and other standards met
“During naptime in the toddler 2 classroom, there was a total of eight children. There was a 17-month-old included in that total, which is considered an infant. Reduction for naptime is only allowed for 18 months and older, which does not include doing the specified age. NOTE: This was corrected during inspection when another teacher came into the classroom”
The state verified the correction on Jul 17, 2026
746.4003(b) - First Aid Kit - Supplies Not Expired
“The first aid kit had two expired bottles of peroxide. NOTE: This was corrected at inspection as they were removed.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 17, 2026
- Apr 20, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Apr 16, 2026VisitNo rules cited
Oct 24, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
746.603(a)(4) - Children's Records - Immunizations
“Two of six children files evaluated did not have current immunization records available for review.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 18, 2025
- Oct 6, 2025VisitNo rules cited
Feb 27, 2025Inspection4 rules cited
746.1311(e) - Director Annual Training - Additional required topics
“The Director does not have the required training in the following topics: Preventing and responding to emergencies due to food or an allergic reaction; and Handling, storing, and disposing of hazardous materials including compliance with ?746.3425 of this chapter (relating to Must caregivers wear gloves when handling blood or bodily fluids containing blood?)”
The state verified the correction on Mar 12, 2025
746.603(a)(4) - Children's Records - Immunizations
“2 of 4 children's files did not have current immunization records on file.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 21, 2025
746.1309(e) - Documented Annual Training- Required Content
“Four caregivers does not have the required training in the following topics:Administering Medication, Preventing and responding to emergencies due to food or an allergic reaction; and Handling, storing, and disposing of hazardous materials including compliance with ?746.3425 of this chapter (relating to Must caregivers wear gloves when handling blood or bodily fluids containing blood?)”
The state verified the correction on Mar 26, 2025
746.4503(b) - Cots, Beds, Mats Labeled With Child's Name
“Cots are not labeled or assigned to children.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 26, 2025
- Jun 18, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Oct 26, 2023Inspection4 rules cited
746.5205(4) - Documentation of Drills
“The last fire drill and extinguishers were conducted on 7.24.23.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 15, 2023
746.613(b) - Immunization Records, Exceptions, and Exemptions Current
“Two of the six children records didn't have a current immunization as DTap were missing.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 6, 2023
746.1309(f) - Documented Annual Training - Remaining training hour topics
“Two of the six staff were missing the following training for 2022-2023 Poison Prevention Medication and Food allergy.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 8, 2023
746.5101(a) - Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
“According to the last fire inspection it was last conducted on 10.25.22. NOTE: Fire inspection has been set up for 11.2.23.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 14, 2023
- Mar 15, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
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Mar 6, 2023Inspection5 rules cited
746.5319 - Smoke Detectors Testing
“No documentation for the fire extinguishers, smoke detector or carbon monoxide was available at inspection. NOTE: This was corrected at the time of inspection”
Corrected during the visit
746.1315(a) - Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric first aid with rescue breathing and choking.
“Two of the six employees had expired CPR/First Aid trainings.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 16, 2023
746.613(b) - Immunization Records, Exceptions, and Exemptions Current
“Three of the six children files did not have updated immunization records.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 27, 2023
746.901(8) - Required Personnel Records- Photo Identification
“Six of the six files did not have photo identification/ID's available in the files.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 10, 2023
746.3501(6) - Diaper Changing Steps-Supplies Kept Out of Child's Reach
“Diapers and wipes located under the changing table in the infant and shared restroom were easily accessible to the children.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 15, 2023
- Mar 3, 2023VisitNo rules cited
Mar 2, 2023Complaint investigation2 rules cited
746.2207(c)(4) - Screen Time Activities - Not Used During Eating or Rest Times
“Based on the information gathered and interviews conducted at the time of the inspection the caregiver and director determined the television was viewed by the children during breakfast.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 15, 2023
746.3417(1) - Children Handwashing Before Eating
“During the walkthrough into the mobile infant classroom, the children were observed being seated at the table without washing hand before lunch was served. Based on the information gathered and interviews conducted the infant caregiver was unaware of having to wash the infant's hands before feeding infants their baby bottles. NOTE: This was corrected at inspection.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 15, 2023
- May 17, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
May 2, 2022Inspection1 rule cited
746.3407(8) - Garbage Inaccessible to Children; Maintained in Sanitary Manner
“During the walkthrough on the playground we observed trash can with no cover and full of trash that is accessible to children and could cause a safety hazard. We also observed a broken asphalt on the playground that can cause a tripping hazard for toddlers. Trash was accomulate on the ground outside of the fence.”
The state verified the correction on May 17, 2022
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FAQ
Questions about The Children's Garden, A Place to Bloom
Is The Children's Garden, A Place to Bloom licensed?
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued April 16, 2010.
When was The Children's Garden, A Place to Bloom last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on July 17, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 8 visits in the last 3 years.
Has The Children's Garden, A Place to Bloom had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 11 rules across 3 of 8 visits in the last 3 years; 11 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 The Children's Garden, A Place to Bloom care for?
56, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does The Children's Garden, A Place to Bloom accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are The Children's Garden, A Place to Bloom's hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 6:30 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does The Children's Garden, A Place to Bloom cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (210) 531-9060 to ask.
What is The Children's Garden, A Place to Bloom's phone number?
(210) 531-9060.
Where is The Children's Garden, A Place to Bloom?
1575 Goliad Rd, San Antonio, TX 78223. The nearest other daycare we list is Smart Ducklings Daycare, 0.1 miles away.