The Learning Lodge II
KILLEEN, TX·Licensed CenterLicensed · Open
Contact information
Address1604 FLORENCE RD KILLEEN TX- 76541 7986
CityKILLEEN, TX
CountyBELL
Phone2544324828
Websitewww.learninglodgedc.com
Operating details
Hours05:30 AM-08:00 PM
DaysMon,Tue,Wed,Thu,Fri
Capacity82
SubsidiesY
License dateApril 20, 2022
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 4/21/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High5
- Medium-High16
- Medium4
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
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1604 FLORENCE RD KILLEEN TX- 76541 7986, KILLEEN, TX
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Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 4/21/2026
- High2
- Medium-High13
- Medium3
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
2026
- High riskStandard 745.6214/21/2026
745.621(a)(7) - AP Initial background checks submitted - At the time you become aware of anyone requiring a background check under 745.605
A 15 year old was observed at the operation without an active background check.
Corrected 4/21/2026 - Medium-High riskStandard 746.51014/21/2026
746.5101(b) - Annual Fire Inspection - Conducted by Fire Marshal
A fire inspection has not been conducted at the operation since March 2025.
Corrected 4/28/2026 - Medium-High riskStandard 746.34174/21/2026
746.3417(3) - Children Handwashing After Toileting or Diapering
During the inspection, a child was observed receiving a diaper change without washing his hands afterwards.
Corrected 4/22/2026 - Medium-High riskStandard 746.13014/10/2026
746.1301(a)(3)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Pediatric First Aid with Rescue Breathing
Two of the caregivers counted into ratio and alone with children did not have cpr or pediatric first aid training.
Corrected 4/28/2026 - Medium riskStandard 746.9014/10/2026
746.901 - Required Personnel Records
During the investigation, 3 employee files were reviewed and found to be missing a copy of the employees identification, their diploma, and the affidavit was not notarized.
Corrected 4/28/2026 - Medium-High riskStandard 746.34074/8/2026
746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
During the investigation inspection, a caregiver was observed changing a child's diaper without wiping down the changing table mat afterwards. A wall plug was observed missing in the preschool room.
Corrected 4/28/2026 - Medium-High riskStandard 746.33174/8/2026
746.3317 - Food Service and Preparation Requirement - Safe and Sanitary
Milk was observed stored in a cabinet in the older infant classroom. This was corrected at the inspection when the caregiver removed the milk from the cabinet and another caregiver stored the milk in the refrigerator.
Corrected at inspection - Medium riskStandard 746.43072/27/2026
746.4307 - Fenced Outdoor Activity Space -Exits Required
The small playground does not have two exits.
Corrected 3/13/2026 - Medium-High riskStandard 746.34072/27/2026
746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
The outdoor playground area was observed with hazards. Part of the metal fence was not fully installed and presented a hazard on the smaller playground.
Corrected 3/13/2026
2025
- Medium-High riskStandard 746.34079/9/2025
746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
The building was observed with dirt and dust on the floors, dirt on the walls.
Corrected 9/17/2025 - Medium-High riskStandard 746.35039/9/2025
746.3503(a) - Diaper Changing Equipment - Smooth, Non-absorbent, Easy to Clean Surface
Two of the diaper changing mats were observed with rips and tares. This was corrected at the inspection when the diaper changing mats were swapped out.
Corrected at inspection - Medium-High riskStandard 746.34159/2/2025
746.3415(4) - Employee Handwashing After Diapering a Child
A caregiver was observed changing a child's diaper without washing their hands or the child's hands afterwards.
Corrected 9/4/2025 - High riskStandard 745.6359/2/2025
745.635(3) - AP Background ck determination - If provisionally eligible w/conditions or eligible w/conditions you must restrict duties per conditions/restrictions
A caregiver with a provisional background check was observed alone with a group of children.
Corrected 9/10/2025 - Medium-High riskStandard 746.13153/14/2025
746.1315(a) - Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric first aid with rescue breathing and choking.
The directors cpr and first aid credential is expired.
Corrected 3/28/2025 - Medium-High riskStandard 746.34073/14/2025
746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
There were cracked ceiling panels in the preschool room and trash on the playground area.
Corrected 3/28/2025 - Medium-High riskStandard 746.16013/14/2025
746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
There was 1 caregiver to 5 infants making them out of ratio.
Corrected 3/14/2025 - Medium riskStandard 746.13113/14/2025
746.1311(a) - Director Annual Training 30 Hours Required
The director only has 18 annual hours of the 30 hours required.
Corrected 3/28/2025 - Medium-High riskStandard 746.52053/14/2025
746.5205(1) - Fire Drill Monthly - Exit in 3 Minutes
There are no fire drills documented since December 2024.
Corrected 3/17/2025
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Safety & Compliance Analysis
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(Past 6 Months)
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Estimated monthly cost
$1,511/month
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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: KILLEEN, BELL County
- Capacity: 82
- Type: Licensed Center
- Years in operation: 4
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