Licensed center · Waco, TX
Gloria's Angels Learning Academy
- Infant · Toddler · Preschool · School age
- Closed now · opens tomorrow 6:30 AM
- Capacity 32
- Accepts child care assistance
- Drop-in care
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- Hours
- 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM
- Days
- Mon to Fri
- Ages
- Infants to school age
- Capacity
- 32 children
- Meals
- Meals and snacks provided
- Nearby
- 5 other daycares within a mile
Licensing information from Texas Health and Human Services, as of Aug 16, 2026
Hours
Closed now · opens tomorrow 6:30 AM
Hours on file with the state
| Sunday | Closed |
|---|---|
| Monday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Tuesday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| WednesdayToday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | Closed |
Ages, programs and features
Ages served
Infants
Toddlers
Preschool
School age
Programs and features on the state record
Licensed for 32 children
Accepts child care assistance
School-age care
Meals provided
After-school care
Snacks provided
Drop-in care
Part-time care
Location and nearby daycares
3425 Hillcrest Dr, Waco, TX 76708 · Mclennan County · 16 licensed daycares in 76708
Capacity rank 11 of 16 in this ZIP
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Licensing and inspection record
Published by Texas Health and Human Services, as of Aug 16, 2026. Shown as the state records it.
- Permit
- On the state’s list of current permits, Aug 16, 2026
- Operation number
- 1790977
- Permit type
- Licensed center
- Licensed since
- August 2024
- Adverse action on record
- No
- Conditions on permit
- No
- Corrective action
- No
Inspection history
20 inspections on record, most recent Jun 15, 2026. 14 of 25 visits and reports cited a standard. 4 self-reported incidents, listed separately below.
- Jun 15, 2026InspectionNo standards cited
Jun 8, 2026Inspection4 standards cited
- 746.1205(a)(2)Texas HHSC risk level: High
Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know number of children responsible for
The caregiver stated she had 16 children in care and it was determined she had 17 children in care.
Corrected Jun 8, 2026 · Technical assistance given
- 746.1613(a)(4)Texas HHSC risk level: Medium High
Naptime Child/Caregiver Ratio - Additional Employee Required
During the inspection it was observed there was only 1 caregiver present during naptime. There was not another caregiver in the building.
Corrected Jun 8, 2026 · Technical assistance given
- 746.3407Texas HHSC risk level: Medium High
Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
There were several sleeping mats that were observed torn.
Corrected Jun 15, 2026 · Technical assistance given
- 746.1205(a)(4)Texas HHSC risk level: High
Supervision ensures each child?s safety, well-being, including physical proximity and auditory or visual awareness of each child?s on going activity
A child in care was observed left alone in the back classroom while the caregiver walked to the front of the building.
Corrected Jun 8, 2026 · Technical assistance given
- 746.1205(a)(2)Texas HHSC risk level: High
Jun 5, 2026Self-reported incident1 standard cited
- 746.3703(c)Texas HHSC risk level: High
Not Under the Influence of Alcohol or Controlled Substance
It was determined a caregiver drank an alcoholic beverage during their lunch break and came back to the operation and cared for a group of children.
Corrected Jun 8, 2026 · Technical assistance given
- 746.3703(c)Texas HHSC risk level: High
- Jun 3, 2026InspectionNo standards cited
Jun 1, 2026Inspection2 standards cited
- 746.2426(a)(1)Texas HHSC risk level: High
Infant May Not Sleep in a Restrictive Device
An infant was observed sleeping in a restrictive device (bouncer). The caregiver removed the infant from the bouncer and placed the infant in their crib.
Corrected Jun 1, 2026 · Technical assistance given
- 746.2407Texas HHSC risk level: Medium High
Infant Care Area Furnishings and Equipment -Use of Safety Straps
An infant was observed in a bouncer without the safety straps fastened.
Corrected Jun 1, 2026 · Technical assistance given
- 746.2426(a)(1)Texas HHSC risk level: High
May 29, 2026Inspection3 standards cited
- 746.5307(b)Texas HHSC risk level: Medium High
Fire Extinguishers Serviced
The fire extinguisher was observed to have last been serviced in April of 2025.
Corrected Jun 5, 2026 · Technical assistance given
- 746.1205(a)(2)Texas HHSC risk level: High
Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know number of children responsible for
There were 2 groups combined outdoors, the caregivers stated there were19 children and it was determined there were 18 children in care.
Corrected May 29, 2026 · Technical assistance given
- 746.2421(b)Texas HHSC risk level: Medium
Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days
There were 3 infants feeding instructions that were observed not to be up to date. One had not been signed since March 2026 and the other 2 have not been signed since April 2026.
Corrected Jun 5, 2026 · Technical assistance given
- 746.5307(b)Texas HHSC risk level: Medium High
- Apr 10, 2026InspectionNo standards cited
- Nov 17, 2025InspectionNo standards cited
- Sep 29, 2025InspectionNo standards cited
May 16, 2025Inspection1 standard cited
- 746.5101(a)Texas HHSC risk level: High
Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
The operation did not have a current fire inspection. The last fire inspecton was completed in March 2024.
Corrected Jun 6, 2025 · Technical assistance given
- 746.5101(a)Texas HHSC risk level: High
May 13, 2025Inspection13 standards cited
- 746.4901(a)Texas HHSC risk level: Medium High
Active Play Surfacing In Use Zones - Loose Fill or Unitary Surfacing
During the inspection, there were 2 rocking toys and a slide on the playground that did not have loose fill around it. The caregiver removed the toys from the playground during the inspection.
Corrected May 13, 2025, at the inspection · Technical assistance given
- 746.1107(2)Texas HHSC risk level: Medium High
Additional Minimum Qualifications for Caregivers - HS Diploma, Equivalent, Certification of Completion
2 out of 7 personnel files did not have a high school diploma on file for review.-
Corrected May 20, 2025 · Technical assistance given
- 746.501(a)(18)Texas HHSC risk level: Medium
Written Operational Policies - Promotion of Physical Activity
The operational policy was missing the following sections:Promotion of indoor/outdoor play, Emergency Preparedness Plan, Nursing Mothers, Preventing Responding to Abuse/Neglect, Employee Vaccinations, Procedures for Inclusive Services to Children with Special Needs, Gang Free Zone and Parent Rights.
Corrected Jun 6, 2025 · Technical assistance given
- 746.3819Texas HHSC risk level: Medium High
Food Allergy Emergency Plan Signed by Parents and Health Care Professional
A parent documented on their child's file that there child had an allergy to peanut butter and there was no documentation of a food allergy plan for review, in the child's file.
Corrected Jun 6, 2025 · Technical assistance given
- 746.1301(a)(1)(A)Texas HHSC risk level: Medium High
Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Orientation
4 out of 7 caregivers reviewed, did not have documentation of orientation completed.
Corrected May 20, 2025 · Technical assistance given
- 746.901(4)Texas HHSC risk level: Medium Low
Required Personnel Records - Required Affidavit (Form 2985)
2 out of 7 personnel files were missing affidavit form 2985 and 5 out of 7 personnel files were missing affidavit form 2912.
Corrected May 20, 2025 · Technical assistance given
- 746.2421(a)Texas HHSC risk level: Medium
Written Feeding Instructions - Signed and Dated by Parent or Health-Care Professional
The operation did not have an infant feeding instructions on file for 1 infant. During the inspection, the parent came to sign and complete the form.
Corrected May 13, 2025, at the inspection · Technical assistance given
- 746.1205(a)(2)Texas HHSC risk level: High
Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know number of children responsible for
A caregiver informed she had 4 children in care and it was determined she had 3 children in care. The children were all grouped together during outdoor play.
Corrected May 13, 2025 · Technical assistance given
- 746.1301(a)(2)(A)Texas HHSC risk level: Medium High
Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Pre-Service Training
3 out of 7 personnel files did not have documentation of pre-service completed prior to the caregiver being in a classroom.
Corrected May 20, 2025 · Technical assistance given
- 746.605(11)Texas HHSC risk level: High
Required Admission Information - Emergency Medical Authorization
A child's admission form did not have the parent's signature for the Emergency Authorization.
Corrected May 21, 2025 · Technical assistance given
- 746.3407Texas HHSC risk level: Medium High
Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
During current inspection, there was a broken toys with sharp edges observed in the playground the children were in. The caregiver removed the toy during the inspection.
Corrected May 13, 2025, at the inspection · Technical assistance given
- 746.2411(2)(G)Texas HHSC risk level: High
Safety Requirements for Play Yards - Size of Mesh Openings
A play yard was observed to have a hole in the play yard and was bigger than 1/4 inch.
Corrected May 14, 2025 · Technical assistance given
- 746.2207(a)Texas HHSC risk level: Medium
Screen Time Activities - Not Used for Under Two
During the inspection, an IPAD was observed being utilized with cartoons showing, while children under 2 years old were in care. The caregiver turned off the IPAD during the inspection.
Corrected May 13, 2025, at the inspection · Technical assistance given
- 746.4901(a)Texas HHSC risk level: Medium High
Apr 8, 2025Self-reported incident8 standards cited
- 746.3607(2)Texas HHSC risk level: High
Critical Injury - Give First Aid or CPR
Based on the evidence from the DFPS investigation, a child in care received an injury that required medical attention, and the caregiver did not provide first aid.
Corrected May 12, 2025 · Technical assistance given
- 746.1301(a)(2)(A)Texas HHSC risk level: Medium High
Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Pre-Service Training
It was determined a caregiver had not completed pre-service prior to being in a classroom.
Corrected May 12, 2025 · Technical assistance given
- 746.2419(7)Texas HHSC risk level: Medium High
Requirements for Feeding Infants - No Walking or Sleeping with Bottle or Cup
A sleeping infant was observed with a bottle in the crib.
Corrected May 12, 2025 · Technical assistance given
- 746.2411(2)(B)Texas HHSC risk level: Medium High
Safety Requirements for Play Yards - Snug Fitting Sheets
During an inspection, the playpens were observed to not have snug fitting sheets.
Corrected May 12, 2025 · Technical assistance given
- 746.2911Texas HHSC risk level: Medium High
Adequate Lighting During Naptime
Based on the evidence from the DFPS investigation, it was determined there was no adequate lighting during naptime.
Corrected May 12, 2025 · Technical assistance given
- 746.1003(1)Texas HHSC risk level: High
Director Responsibilities - Operate in Compliance
The Director has not ensured the operation is operating in compliance with the minimum standards.
Corrected May 12, 2025 · Technical assistance given
- 746.2415(b)Texas HHSC risk level: High
AP Cribs - Only Snug Fitting Sheet and Crib Mattress Cover Allowed if Infant Younger than 12 Months of Age
An infant was observed asleep in a crib with a stuffed animal and a blanket. Another infant was observed in a play yard with a pillow
Corrected May 12, 2025 · Technical assistance given
- 746.1301(a)(1)(A)Texas HHSC risk level: Medium High
Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Orientation
It was determined a caregiver had not completed orientation prior to being in a classroom alone.
Corrected May 12, 2025 · Technical assistance given
- 746.3607(2)Texas HHSC risk level: High
- Apr 8, 2025InspectionNo standards cited
Apr 4, 2025Inspection4 standards cited
- 746.2415(a)(1)Texas HHSC risk level: Medium High
Prohibited Equipment for Infants - Baby Walkers
A walker was observed being utilized in the operation. The walker was removed during the inspection.
Corrected Apr 4, 2025 · Technical assistance given
- 746.2207(a)Texas HHSC risk level: Medium
Screen Time Activities - Not Used for Under Two
Upon arriving at the daycare, I observed a television on with cartoons playing and there were children younger than 2 years old in the classroom.
Corrected Apr 4, 2025 · Technical assistance given
- 746.2419(7)Texas HHSC risk level: Medium High
Requirements for Feeding Infants - No Walking or Sleeping with Bottle or Cup
I observed an infant walking around their classroom with a bottle that contained milk.
Corrected Apr 4, 2025 · Technical assistance given
- 746.1205(a)(2)Texas HHSC risk level: High
Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know number of children responsible for
Two caregivers were unaware of the number of children they had in their group.
Corrected Apr 4, 2025 · Technical assistance given
- 746.2415(a)(1)Texas HHSC risk level: Medium High
Cited standards by risk level
52 standards cited across 20 inspections, most recently Jun 15, 2026. All 52 shown are recorded as corrected.
- High2038%
- Medium High2344%
- Medium612%
- Medium Low24%
- Low12%
- Visits with nothing cited
- 10 of 20 shown
- Corrected at the visit
- 6 of 52 findings, 46 more corrected later
- Most recent citation
- Jun 8, 2026, 1 clean visit since
Risk levels are Texas HHSC’s own classification of each standard, not a rating by Daycare Index. What the levels mean. Counts cover every inspection on the state record; the visits listed above are the most recent.
- Source: Texas HHSC, as of Aug 16, 2026
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