Shakeitha McGrew
San Antonio, TX 78240 · infants to toddlers · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
The Happy Learning Center
- licensed capacity
- 60
- open each week
- 6 days
- a week, county median
- $171
- year first permitted
- 2014
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About
About The Happy Learning Center
The Happy Learning Center is a licensed child care center in San Antonio, Texas. The state has permitted it since October 28, 2014, for up to 60 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Saturday, 6:00 AM to 6:30 PM. It says it provides meals.
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 27 visits in the last 3 years and cited 51 rules across 14 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsSchool-ageMeals providedAccepts child care subsidyWeekend hoursOpens 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
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 60 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 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 | 6:00 AM to 6:30 PM |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Enrichment | Music, arts, dance, drama |
| Staff | Over 40 years combined early childhood education |
| Daily life | USDA food program (CACFP) |
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Assistance it accepts | Childcare assistance |
| Licensed capacity | 60 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
The Happy Learning Center 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 Happy Learning Center
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Full Permit
- Capacity
- 60 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Permit issued
- 2014
- License number
- #1524291
Summary
27 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Sep 29, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 14 of 27 visits · 51 rules in all · 51 corrected
- Supervision and ratios 13
- Staff training and qualifications 11
- Health, medication and illness 9
- Records and paperwork 5
- Safety and hazards 4
- Safe sleep 3
- Food and nutrition 2
- Discipline and child guidance 1
- Building, equipment and play areas 1
- Other rules 2
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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- Sep 29, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Sep 2, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Jul 13, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Jun 29, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
746.1203(3)(D) - Personal use of electronic devices, such as cell phones, MP3 players, tablets, and video games
“Two caregivers were observed utilizing their cell phones while their classes were on the playground.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 13, 2026
- May 26, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- May 20, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Apr 2, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Apr 2, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Mar 30, 2026Visit1 rule cited
746.2805 - Prohibited Punishments - No Harsh, Cruel or Unusual
“During the course of the investigation, it was determined that a caregiver used inappropriate discipline by striking a child's hand as redirection.”
The state verified the correction on May 20, 2026
Mar 24, 2026Inspection3 rules cited
746.1205(a)(2) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know number of children responsible for
“During the walkthrough, a caregiver stated there were nineteen children in care when there were twenty. Note: this was corrected when the children were recounted”
The state verified the correction on Apr 2, 2026
746.2401(6) - Basic Requirements for Infants - Free from Choking Objects That May Cause Choking in Infants or Toddlers
“During the walkthrough, an infant was observed sleeping with a bib on. Note: The bib was removed immediately”
The state verified the correction on Apr 2, 2026
746.611(a)(3) - Health Statement parent sign - Dated within past yr, name/address health care professional, states child can participate. Follow by signed statement
“At the time of inspection, one out of the six children's files did not have a Physician's Health Statement for review.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 1, 2026
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Feb 4, 2026Visit1 rule cited
745.247 - Franchise Tax Delinquent
“The permit holder failed to notify CCR that a written notice from a governmental entity indicating that the holder's corporate privileges are forfeited and/or in danger of forfeiture.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 10, 2026
Jan 26, 2026Visit1 rule cited
746.611(a)(3) - Health Statement parent sign - Dated within past yr, name/address health care professional, states child can participate. Follow by signed statement
“Two children do not have a physician's health statement signed by a doctor.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 6, 2026
- Jan 21, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Jan 6, 2026Inspection17 rules cited
746.613(b) - Immunization Records, Exceptions, and Exemptions Current
“At the time of inspection, two out of the six children's files reviewed did not have current immunization records for review.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 23, 2026
746.611(a)(3) - Health Statement parent sign - Dated within past yr, name/address health care professional, states child can participate. Follow by signed statement
“Three out of the six children's files reviewed did not have a statement of health from a physician.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 26, 2026
746.1301(a)(5)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - 24 Annual training
“At the time of the inspection the previous year's training records were not available for five of the six staff files reviewed.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 4, 2026
746.2409(a)(2) - Safety Requirements for Cribs - Snug Fitting Sheets
“During the inspection, the sheets on the infant cribs were too small for the mattresses, causing the mattresses to fold over on themselves.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 21, 2026
746.1605(1) - Child/Caregiver Ratio - 18 Months Difference in Age
“Caregiver had 23 children in care, ranging from 17 months to 10 years of age. The difference in age between the youngest and oldest was greater than 18 months.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 21, 2026
746.1003(1) - Director Responsibilities - Operate in Compliance
“The center's director left the operation to run errands, leaving a caregiver alone with 23 children, including an infant.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 21, 2026
746.605(6) - Required Admission Information - Emergency Contact
“Two out of the six children's files reviewed did not have complete emergency contact information.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 21, 2026
746.605(10) - Required Admission Information - Physician Information
“One out of six children did not have the health care information listed in their file.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 21, 2026
746.1203(3)(A) - Administrative and clerical duties that take caregiver's attention away from children
“At the time of the inspection, a caregiver was observed using a cell phone to print labels. Another caregiver was sending text messages about children's arrivals throughout the morning, instead of signing children in.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 21, 2026
746.605(7) - Required Admission Information - Release Information
“One out of the six children's files reviewed did not have complete information for authorized pick up persons.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 7, 2026
746.1315(a) - Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric first aid with rescue breathing and choking.
“One of the caregivers did not have first aid training at the time of inspection.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 7, 2026
746.2505(4)(C) - Furnishings and Equipment for Toddlers - Never Allow Toddlers to Sleep or Walk With Bottles and Training Cups
“During the inspection, multiple children were observed drinking out of cups and eating foods while walking around.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 21, 2026
746.1301(a)(2)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Pre-Service Training
“At the time of the inspection, two out of the six staff files reviewed did not have pre-service training for review.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 3, 2026
746.3701(1) - Safety - Electrical Outlets Covered
“During the inspection, there were multiple plugs missing covers in the classrooms. NOTE: this was corrected at inspection when outlet covers were placed on the plugs.”
Corrected during the visit
746.1315(b)(1) - CPR Training and Recertification Adhere to Guidelines-skill based
“Six out of the six staff member files showed that they had only the online portion of the CPR certification.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 21, 2026
746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
“One caregiver was supervising 23 children. The specified age for the group was three years old meaning the caregiver could only have 15 at one time.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 21, 2026
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
“During the walkthrough, multiple children were observed climbing on tables, bookshelves, blocks, and playing in the restroom.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 21, 2026
- Nov 21, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Nov 14, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
746.1605(1) - Child/Caregiver Ratio - 18 Months Difference in Age
“Caregivers had 18 children in care, the youngest being 16 months old and the oldest child in the group is an 8 year old, therefore the youngest/oldest children present are more than 18 months apart.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 21, 2025
746.613(a) - Required Immunizations
“At the time of the inspection, one child did not have immunization records for review. This is recited.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 21, 2025
Oct 28, 2025Inspection4 rules cited
746.1309(d) - Documented Annual Training - Caregivers of Children Under 24 Months Required
“During the inspection, an infant caregiver did not have training in the required infant safety topics.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 3, 2025
746.1309(e) - Documented Annual Training- Required Content
“During the inspection, the staff did not have Building Safety training for review.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 11, 2025
746.613(a) - Required Immunizations
“At the time of the inspection, two children did not have immunization records for review and one child's records were not current.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 14, 2025
746.2505(4)(C) - Furnishings and Equipment for Toddlers - Never Allow Toddlers to Sleep or Walk With Bottles and Training Cups
“During the walkthrough, there were multiple children sleeping with their milk cups.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 14, 2025
- Jul 11, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Apr 15, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Apr 2, 2025Inspection6 rules cited
746.603(a)(2) - Children's Records - Admission Information
“Director did not have an admission form for one child in care.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 7, 2025
746.2419(7) - Requirements for Feeding Infants - No Walking or Sleeping with Bottle or Cup
“During inspection it was observed that an infant was walking around drinking his bottle.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 15, 2025
746.1605(1) - Child/Caregiver Ratio - 18 Months Difference in Age
“RECITE; Caregiver had 17 children in care, and one child is 15 month old and the oldest child in the group is an 8 year old, therefore the youngest/oldest children present are more than 18 months apart.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 15, 2025
746.5311(a) - Smoke-Detection System
“One classroom did not have a smoke detector.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 3, 2025
746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
“Recite; Caregiver in the duckie classroom had 17 children in care. Based on the specified age group caregiver can only have 15 children in her group. Caregiver in the lambs room walked out of the infant room, leaving caregiver out of ratio with 7 infants.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 15, 2025
746.1205(a)(2) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know number of children responsible for
“During inspection caregiver stated that she had 15 children in care, and after counting it was determined caregiver had 16 children in care.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 15, 2025
Mar 19, 2025Inspection5 rules cited
746.2409(a)(10) - Safety Requirements for Cribs - Label for Each Infant
“The infant cribs were not labeled with child's name. Note: Corrected at inspection when caregiver labeled the cribs.”
Corrected during the visit
746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
“The lambs classroom was observed out of ratio, caregiver had 5 children ages 3 month, 5 month, 8 month, 8 month and 12 month. Based on the specified age group caregiver can only have 4 infants in her group. Caregiver in the duckie classroom had 19 children in care. Based on the specified age group caregiver can only have 11 children in her group. Note: Two caregiver's arrived to assist with ratios.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 2, 2025
746.5307(b) - Fire Extinguishers Serviced
“The fire extinguisher has not been serviced, as required.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 4, 2025
746.1605(1) - Child/Caregiver Ratio - 18 Months Difference in Age
“Caregiver had 19 children in care, and two children were 10/11 month old and the oldest child in the group is an 8 year old, therefore the youngest/oldest children present are more than 18 months apart. Note: Corrected when caregiver who came in at 9:45 am, took the two infants to lambs classroom.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 2, 2025
746.2421(b) - Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days
“Four infants did not have updated infant feeding instructions.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 4, 2025
Jan 21, 2025Visit1 rule cited
746.303(b) - Report Number of Employees
“Operation did not report the number of employees that ceased working in the previous year 2024 by the required date of January 15, 2025.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 22, 2025
Nov 19, 2024Inspection6 rules cited
746.611(a)(1) - Required Health Statement - Written, dated within past year, indicates child is physically able to participate in operation's child-care program
“One out of the ten children's records reviewed during inspection did not have a health statement.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 7, 2025
746.1301(a)(3)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Pediatric First Aid with Rescue Breathing
“All six staff files reviewed during inspection did not have current first aid training.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 7, 2025
746.613(b) - Immunization Records, Exceptions, and Exemptions Current
“Two out the ten children's records reviewed did not have current immunization records.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 29, 2024
746.801(12) - Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Sanitation Inspection Report
“The most recent health inspection was not available for review during inspection.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 29, 2024
746.1301(a)(1)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Orientation
“Two out of the six files reviewed during inspection did not have orientation completed.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 7, 2025
746.1301(a)(4)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Pediatric CPR
“All six staff files reviewed during inspection did not have CPR training.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 7, 2025
- Jun 21, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
May 30, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
746.2415(b) - AP Cribs - Only Snug Fitting Sheet and Crib Mattress Cover Allowed if Infant Younger than 12 Months of Age
“A blanket was observed in the crib with a 2 month old.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 21, 2024
746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
“Dust can be seen accumilated by an air vent. Empty spider webs were observed in a playground structure.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 21, 2024
- May 24, 2024VisitNo rules cited
Dec 6, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
746.613(b) - Immunization Records, Exceptions, and Exemptions Current
“Two out of the two children's records reviewed during inspection did not have current immunization records.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 30, 2024
- Jun 13, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
- Mar 9, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
- Feb 24, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
Feb 16, 2023Inspection4 rules cited
746.3407(8) - Garbage Inaccessible to Children; Maintained in Sanitary Manner
“Garbage was observed accessible to the children in care as a trash can in the children's restroom was not covered. Note: This was corrected at inspection as the trashcan was covered.”
Corrected during the visit
746.1201(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
“Good judgement was not exersiced when a two year old child was strapped to a high chair placed on an inadequate small chair.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 24, 2023
746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
“Wooden boards observed broken in the playscape, The slide on the same play structure was observed cracked resulting in a gap. Nails were observed protruding from the playscape.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 9, 2023
746.3417(1) - Children Handwashing Before Eating
“Children observed did not wash their hands before breakfast. Note: This was corrected at inspection when other children were directed to wash hands before eating.”
Corrected during the visit
- Nov 3, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
Nov 1, 2022Inspection1 rule cited
746.2415(a)(1) - Prohibited Equipment for Infants - Baby Walkers
“An infant was observed sitting in a baby walker. Note: This was CORRECTED AT INSPECTION when the walker was removed from the infant classroom.”
Corrected during the visit
- Oct 21, 2022VisitNo rules cited
Oct 12, 2022Inspection4 rules cited
746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
“Thick layers of dust built up were observed on vents through out the center.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 1, 2022
745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
“A caregiver was observed caring for children without an eligible background check. A 16 year old was observed at the operation without an eligible background check.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 31, 2022
746.2415(b) - AP Cribs - Only Snug Fitting Sheet and Crib Mattress Cover Allowed if Infant Younger than 12 Months of Age
“A blanket was observed in the crib with a 10 month old.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 1, 2022
746.4505 - Storage for Individual Belongings
“Infant's individual storage space must be labeled either with the child's name, photo or symbol.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 1, 2022
Jun 14, 2022Inspection1 rule cited
HRC42.054 - Required Fees
“The operation had an outstanding balance of $4 for their background checks and it was paid during insepction.”
Corrected during the visit
- Mar 9, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
Mar 2, 2022Inspection3 rules cited
746.5617(a)(2) - Required Equipment in Vehicles - Emergency Medical Information
“The emergency medical transport and treatment authorization forms were not observed in the vehicle for four of the children being transported by the operation.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 16, 2022
746.5607(d)(5) - Child Passenger Safety Seat System - 4 Years and More Than 40 Pounds; 5 - 7 Years and Under 4 Feet, 9 Inches
“Two five years old were observed transported by the operation staff without a booster seat.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 9, 2022
746.5617(a)(4) - Required Equipment in Vehicles - Emergency Telephone Numbers for Each Child
“The parent contact authorization forms were not observed in the vehicle for four of the children being transported by the operation.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 16, 2022
Feb 23, 2022Complaint investigation1 rule cited
746.5607(d)(3) - Child Passenger Safety Seat System - 12 Months Through 3 Years; More Than 20 Pounds
“Based on the evidence gathered during the investigation, a three year old was transported without the proper front facing child safety seat.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 9, 2022
- Dec 13, 2021InspectionNo rules cited
Nov 19, 2021Inspection2 rules cited
746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
“A hole in the ceiling and mold were observed in a closet located in the three to five year old classroom. Blinds in the three to five year old classroom were observed dirty.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 13, 2021
746.3701 - Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
“A cord to the ac mounted in the window located in the three to five year old classroom was observed accessible to the children in care.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 13, 2021
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FAQ
Questions about The Happy Learning Center
Is The Happy Learning Center licensed?
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued October 28, 2014.
When was The Happy Learning Center last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on September 29, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 27 visits in the last 3 years.
Has The Happy Learning Center had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 51 rules across 14 of 27 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 The Happy Learning Center care for?
60, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does The Happy Learning Center accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are The Happy Learning Center's hours?
Monday to Saturday, 6:00 AM to 6:30 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does The Happy Learning Center cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (210) 721-0591 to ask.
What is The Happy Learning Center's phone number?
(210) 721-0591.
Where is The Happy Learning Center?
7923 Donore Pl Apt 22, San Antonio, TX 78229. The nearest other daycare we list is Mi Casa Child Center, 0.3 miles away.