Kendrick YMCA of Central Texas
1801 Kendrick Ln, Waco, TX
This Little Piggy Academy
- licensed capacity
- 48
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $134
- year first permitted
- 2016
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About
About This Little Piggy Academy
This Little Piggy Academy is a licensed child care center in Waco, Texas. The state has permitted it since November 1, 2016, for up to 48 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM.
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 7 visits in the last 3 years and cited 9 rules across 5 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 48 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 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 |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Licensed capacity | 48 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
This Little Piggy Academy has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in McLennan County has a median price of $134 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$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 This Little Piggy Academy
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Full Permit
- Capacity
- 48 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Permit issued
- 2016
- License number
- #1626785
Summary
7 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Aug 17, 2026: 1 rule cited
Rules cited on 5 of 7 visits · 9 rules in all · 9 corrected
- Safety and hazards 2
- Building, equipment and play areas 2
- Records and paperwork 2
- Supervision and ratios 1
- Health, medication and illness 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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Aug 17, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
746.5401 - Requirement of Gas Leak Inspection
“The last gas inspection was observed to have been conducted in November of 2023.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 31, 2026
Jul 8, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
746.4907(d) - Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Proper Depth Maintained
“The loose fill on the outdoor playground was observed to be less than the required 6 inches in depth. The under- lining material was observed to be exposed posing a tripping hazard.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 5, 2026
Jul 7, 2026Complaint investigation2 rules cited
746.501(a)(18)(F) - Written Operational Policies - Criteria for Extreme Weather
“There was sufficient evidence found during the DFPS investigation to show that the operation's criteria for extreme weather conditions were not followed when children were allowed to play outdoors for over 45 minutes during excessive heat.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 17, 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
“There was sufficient evidence found during the DFPS investigation to show that adequate supervision was not provided when a child was left unattended on the outdoor playground for approximately 24 minutes.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 17, 2026
Oct 30, 2025Inspection3 rules cited
746.3819 - Food Allergy Emergency Plan Signed by Parents and Health Care Professional
“A physician signed emergency food allergy plan was not on file for one child with a diagnosed food allergy.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 26, 2025
746.2205(a)(2) - Written Activity Plan - Outline Daily Activities
“Four of the four classrooms did not have written activity plans outlining daily activities posted.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 26, 2025
746.4907(a)(1) - Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Six Inches if Equipment 5 Ft or Less
“The loose fill on the outdoor playground area was not being maintained at the required 6 inches in depth.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 9, 2026
- Nov 26, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Nov 14, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
746.401(4) - Posting Requirements - Emergency and evacuation relocation diagram
“Evacuation diagrams were not posted in all classrooms. While present for inspection evacuation plans were completed and put into all classrooms.”
Corrected during the visit
746.601(b) - Provide Access to Children's Records - Parents
“The parents right form 4271 was not in the children's records of 4 of the files observed.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 26, 2024
- Jan 5, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Feb 28, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
746.5401 - Requirement of Gas Leak Inspection
“The operation's gas inspection was past due.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 2, 2023
- Apr 20, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
Apr 7, 2022Inspection3 rules cited
746.4803 - Measurement of Use Zone for Stationary Equipment
“The stationary play equipment at the playground did not have the required use zones of 6 feet in all directions.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 20, 2022
746.5101(a) - Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
“The operation did not have a current annual fire inspection.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 20, 2022
746.4907(d) - Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Proper Depth Maintained
“The loose-fill material at the playground was below the required depth of 6 inches.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 20, 2022
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FAQ
Questions about This Little Piggy Academy
Is This Little Piggy Academy licensed?
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued November 1, 2016.
When was This Little Piggy Academy last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on August 17, 2026, with 1 rule cited. It lists 7 visits in the last 3 years.
Has This Little Piggy Academy had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 9 rules across 5 of 7 visits in the last 3 years; 9 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 This Little Piggy Academy care for?
48, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does This Little Piggy Academy accept child care subsidies?
The state record does not list it as accepting subsidies. Ask the provider directly.
What are This Little Piggy Academy'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 This Little Piggy Academy cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (254) 537-1089 to ask.
What is This Little Piggy Academy's phone number?
(254) 537-1089.
Where is This Little Piggy Academy?
2716 Robinson Dr, Waco, TX 76706. The nearest other daycare we list is Thurman E Dorsey Head Start EOAC, 1 miles away.