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The Kindness Academy
- licensed capacity
- 120
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $171
- year first permitted
- 2023
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About
About The Kindness Academy
The Kindness Academy is a licensed child care center in San Antonio, Texas. The state has permitted it since November 15, 2023, for up to 120 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM.
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 13 visits in the last 3 years and cited 21 rules across 6 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsSchool-ageOpens before 7 AM
Ages served: infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
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Ask when you call: rates, current openings, staff-to-child ratio and teacher qualifications.
- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 120 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license. It lists: 6 weeks to 12 years of age |
|---|---|
| Curriculum | Frog Street |
| Licensed capacity | 120 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
The Kindness Academy 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 Kindness Academy
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Full Permit
- Capacity
- 120 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Permit issued
- 2023
- License number
- #1776886
Summary
13 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jul 30, 2026: 1 rule cited
Rules cited on 6 of 13 visits · 21 rules in all · 21 corrected
- Records and paperwork 5
- Safety and hazards 4
- Health, medication and illness 2
- Safe sleep 2
- Staff training and qualifications 2
- Food and nutrition 2
- Supervision and ratios 1
- Building, equipment and play areas 1
- Transportation 1
- Discipline and child guidance 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 16 visits
Jul 30, 2026Visit1 rule cited
746.3425(1) - Caregivers Must Wear Gloves When Handling Blood or Bodily Fluids
“During the investigation, it was determined that a staff member did not initially wear gloves when handling an injury that involved blood.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 3, 2026
- Jul 23, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- May 12, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Mar 20, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Mar 11, 2026Inspection2 rules cited
746.1205(a)(2) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know number of children responsible for
“At the time of inspection a caregiver stated there were seven children in care when there were eight. Note: This was corrected at inspection when the children were recounted”
The state verified the correction on Mar 20, 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 Mar 20, 2026
Mar 4, 2026Inspection2 rules cited
746.2909(1) - Arrangement of Napping Equipment - Not Blocking Entrances or Exits
“During the inspection, a child's nap mat was positioned in front of the emergency exit door. Note: This was corrected at inspection when the caregiver moved the mat away from the door.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 11, 2026
746.501(a)(21) - Written Operational Policies - Procedure for Parent Review of Policies
“The operational policies do not include procedures for parents to review a copy of the center's most recent licensing inspection report and how parents may access minimum standards online. This information was shared via email with the operation.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 10, 2026
- Oct 14, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Sep 18, 2025Inspection6 rules cited
746.3407(9) - Floors, ceilings and Walls in Good Repair and Clean
“During the inspection, two cabinet doors were observed broken, posing a safety risk to the children in the class. Note: This was temporarilly corrected at inspection when the maintenance person installed safety locks on the cabinets to prevent the children from opening them.”
Corrected during the visit
746.1309(a) - Documented Annual Training Area - 24 Hours Required
“During the insepction, six out of ten staff training files were incomplete and did not have training in all required topics.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 14, 2025
746.5307(b) - Fire Extinguishers Serviced
“During the inspection, the fire extinguishers in the operation were last serviced in May 2024.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 14, 2025
746.1315(b)(1) - CPR Training and Recertification Adhere to Guidelines-skill based
“During the inspection, two caregivers did not have in-person CPR training portions and one caregiver did not have CPR training.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 14, 2025
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
“During the inspection, four out of the ten children's files did not have a physician's statement.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 14, 2025
746.3407(12) - Mark Cleaning Supplies, Toxic Materials; Keep Separate from Food and Inaccessible to Children
“During the walkthrough, there was diaper cream accessible to children in an unlocked cabinet in two rooms. Note: This was corrected at inspection when the creams were moved to an inaccessible location.”
Corrected during the visit
- Nov 25, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Nov 13, 2024Inspection9 rules cited
746.501(a)(11) - Written Operational Policies - Immunizations
“The operational policies did not include information regarding child immunization requirements.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 25, 2024
746.501(a)(18) - Written Operational Policies - Promotion of Physical Activity
“The operational polcies did not include information regarding Promotion of indoor and outdoor physical activity.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 25, 2024
746.5617(a)(5) - Required Equipment in Vehicles - Fire Extinguisher
“The fire extinguisher in the van used to transport children was placed in the cup holder, unsecured, and had not been approved by the local fire authority.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 25, 2024
746.501(a)(10) - Written Operational Policies - Meals
“The operational policies did not include information for meal services/practices.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 25, 2024
746.3701 - Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
“Licensed space was used like a storage area.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 25, 2024
746.501(a)(7) - Written Operational Policies - Discipline
“Operational polcies did not include information for discipline and guidance.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 25, 2024
746.2909(3) - Arrangement of Napping Equipment -Provides Sufficient Walking and Work Space
“The cots in the rooms were placed too close together and did not allow walking space for caregivers or children.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 25, 2024
746.501(a)(25) - Written Operational Policies - Breastfeeding Provisions
“The operational policies did not include information regarding provisions made for breastfeeding.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 25, 2024
746.501(a)(23) - Written Operational Policies - Procedures parents access minimum standards online, TX A/N hotline, and HHSC website
“The operational policies did not include information for how parents could access CCR; website, minimum standards, or the Texas Abuse and Neglect hotline.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 25, 2024
Show 6 earlier visits
- May 22, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Jan 19, 2024Visit1 rule cited
746.303(b) - Report Number of Employees
“The operation failed to report the number of employees that left their employment by the required January 15th due date.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 19, 2024
- Nov 9, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
- Aug 24, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
- Jul 31, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
- Jun 7, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
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FAQ
Questions about The Kindness Academy
Is The Kindness Academy licensed?
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued November 15, 2023.
When was The Kindness Academy last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on July 30, 2026, with 1 rule cited. It lists 13 visits in the last 3 years.
Has The Kindness Academy had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 21 rules across 6 of 13 visits in the last 3 years; 21 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 Kindness Academy care for?
120, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does The Kindness Academy accept child care subsidies?
The state record does not list it as accepting subsidies. Ask the provider directly.
What are The Kindness Academy's hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does The Kindness Academy cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (210) 560-2235 to ask.
What is The Kindness Academy's phone number?
(210) 560-2235.
Where is The Kindness Academy?
9480 Braun Rd, San Antonio, TX 78254. The nearest other daycare we list is La Petite Guilbeau, 0.9 miles away.