Young Expression Day Care LLC
WACO, TX·Licensed CenterLicensed · Open
Contact information
Address811 MAXFIELD ST WACO TX- 76705 2961
CityWACO, TX
CountyMCLENNAN
Phone2547997700
Operating details
Hours06:00 AM-05:30 PM
DaysMon,Tue,Wed,Thu,Fri
Capacity98
SubsidiesY
License dateJune 14, 2018
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 6/10/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High10
- Medium-High7
- Medium3
- Medium-Low1
- Low0
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811 MAXFIELD ST WACO TX- 76705 2961, WACO, TX
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- This facility has supervision-related findings on its state record - ask specifically how ratios are maintained during transitions, outdoor play, and nap time
- Ask what changed after their most recent supervision citation and how compliance is monitored now
- This facility has safety-related findings on its state record - ask how the cited hazards were corrected and when emergency drills were last run
- This facility has staffing or training findings on its state record - ask about background checks, required training completion, and staff turnover
Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 6/10/2026
- High6
- Medium-High6
- Medium2
- Medium-Low1
- Low0
2026
- High riskStandard 746.12056/10/2026
746.1205(a)(5) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Intervene to ensure each child's safety
A cargiver was observed supervising a child in the bathroom from the doorway of their classroom and would have been unable to intervene without leaving their class unsupervised if the child needed help.
Corrected 6/10/2026 - Medium-High riskStandard 746.37016/4/2026
746.3701(1) - Safety - Electrical Outlets Covered
There was an outlet in the afterschool room that did not have a cover. This was corrected during the inspection when an outlet cover was placed in the outlet
Corrected at inspection - High riskStandard 745.6356/4/2026
745.635(3) - AP Background ck determination - If provisionally eligible w/conditions or eligible w/conditions you must restrict duties per conditions/restrictions
A staff member with a conditional background check was observed supervising a group of children alone while the main caregiver was in the restroom. This was corrected during the inspection when the main caregiver returned from the restroom.
Corrected 6/4/2026 - High riskStandard 746.12055/29/2026
746.1205(a)(2) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know number of children responsible for
A caregiver stated that they had 12 children in their class when they had 13.
Corrected 5/29/2026 - Medium-High riskStandard 746.38053/11/2026
746.3805(b)(1) - Administering Medication - Original Container with Child's Name, Date
A child had a bottle of Tylenol that did not have the child's name and the date the parent brought it on it.
Corrected 3/13/2026 - Medium-High riskStandard 746.34173/11/2026
746.3417(3) - Children Handwashing After Toileting or Diapering
A caregiver did not wash a child's hands after the child had their diaper changed. This wsa corrected during the inspection when the caregiver was reminded about handwashing and the caregiver washed the child's hands.
Corrected 3/11/2026 - High riskStandard 746.12053/11/2026
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
A caregiver who was outside with their class on the playground sent a child inside to use the bathroom alone. This was corrected during the inspection when the director was informed and the child was returned to their class.
Corrected 3/11/2026 - Medium-High riskStandard 746.24193/11/2026
746.2419(8) - Requirements for Feeding Infants - Other Use of Handwashing Sink
A caregiver washed their hands in a sink that had bottles in it and was used for washing bottles.
Corrected 3/11/2026 - High riskStandard 746.34073/11/2026
746.3407(12) - Mark Cleaning Supplies, Toxic Materials; Keep Separate from Food and Inaccessible to Children
The afterschool room had a bottle of Clorox wipes sitting on a desk within reach of children, and the pre-k room had a bottle of Clorox and a bottle of hand sanitizer sitting on the desk within reach of children. This was corrected during the inspection when the Clorox bottles and hand sanitizer were moved out of reach.
Corrected 3/11/2026 - Medium-High riskStandard 746.13013/11/2026
746.1301(a)(3)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Pediatric First Aid with Rescue Breathing
The director and three caregivers had expired first aid and CPR, and two caregivers did not have proof of first aid and CPR.
Corrected 3/25/2026 - Medium-High riskStandard 746.34153/11/2026
746.3415(4) - Employee Handwashing After Diapering a Child
A caregiver did not wash their hands after diapering a child. This was corrected during the inspection when the caregiver was reminded about handwashing and the caregiver washed their hands.
Corrected 3/11/2026 - High riskStandard 745.6213/11/2026
745.621(a)(2) - AP Initial background checks submitted - At the time you hire someone
A caregiver did not have background check submitted. This was corrected during the inspection when the caregiver left the operation and the director submitted a background check for them.
Corrected at inspection - Medium riskStandard 746.24313/11/2026
746.2431(4) - Infant Daily Report - Infant's Mood
Infant caregivers were not adding mood and activities to Brightwheel.
Corrected 3/18/2026
2025
- Medium riskStandard 746.38095/6/2025
746.3809 - Medication No Longer Used
One child had an EpiPen that expired in May 2024.
Corrected 5/9/2025 - Medium-Low riskStandard 746.3031/16/2025
746.303(b) - Report Number of Employees
A review of the Employees Who Left Employment in 2024 data revealed the center did not report the number of employees who left employment in 2024 by January 15, 2025, as required.
Corrected 1/23/2025
Safety & Compliance Analysis
This daycare has multiple recorded violations. Review the details to make an informed decision.
(Past 6 Months)
Parent Recommendations
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- Review the detailed violations listed above.
- Ask the daycare about their response to these violations.
- Look at the correction status to see how quickly issues were addressed.
- Schedule a visit during regular hours to observe daily operations.
Note: This analysis is based on publicly available violation data and is intended as a tool to help parents make informed decisions. Always visit a daycare in person and ask specific questions about areas of concern.
Estimated monthly cost
$1,436/month
This is a modeled estimate — based on location, ages served, and program data — not the provider's actual tuition. Real prices vary by age group and services. Contact the daycare for current rates, fees, and availability.
Typical prices in Texas run about $840/month for infant care at a center (federal median) — see daycare costs in Texas by age group.
About this daycare
- Location: WACO, MCLENNAN County
- Capacity: 98
- Type: Licensed Center
- Years in operation: 8
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