Poka Dots #2 Daycare and Learning Center
Data Freshness & Provenance
Inspection coverage
51 inspections on record
Active providers
License status: Open
Last refreshed
April 3, 2026
Latest inspection
January 28, 2026
Provenance
Texas licensing inspections and DaycareCheck scoring
Quick Facts
These facts are normalized from the official record so they can be quoted directly.
Updated April 3, 2026
- Provider
- Poka Dots #2 Daycare and Learning Center
- License number
- 1715632
- Location
- 603 SHILOH DR, Laredo, TX 78045
- Status
- Open
- Safety grade
- F (Poor), score 0.0/100
- Inspection record
- 51 inspections, last inspected January 28, 2026
- Provenance
- Official state licensing inspections and DaycareCheck scoring. Last refreshed April 3, 2026.
Safety Scorecard
130
Total Violations
Jan 28, 2026
Last Inspection
113
Capacity
Violation Timeline
Violations by month over the last 3 years, colored by severity.
All Violations (130)
Carbon monoxide detector, smoke detector, and fire extinguishers were last inspected on October 2025.
Resolution: Corrected: 2026-02-04
The fire drill was conducted on October 2025.
Resolution: Corrected: 2026-02-04
The fire drill was conducted on October 2025.
Resolution: Corrected: 2026-02-04
The fire drill was conducted on October 2025.
Resolution: Corrected: 2026-02-04
Carbon monoxide detector, smoke detector, and fire extinguishers were last inspected on October 2025.
Resolution: Corrected: 2026-02-04
Carbon monoxide detector, smoke detector, and fire extinguishers were last inspected on October 2025.
Resolution: Corrected: 2026-02-04
The fire drill was conducted on October 2025.
Resolution: Corrected: 2026-02-04
Carbon monoxide detector, smoke detector, and fire extinguishers were last inspected on October 2025.
Resolution: Corrected: 2026-02-04
Employee present at the operation did not have an active background check on file. Note: Employee left the operation during inspection.
Resolution: Corrected: 2023-12-19
One caregiver was observed supervising 12 children ranging from ages 12 months to 17 months. Note: By the end of the inspection, there were two caregivers supervising the group of children.
Resolution: Corrected: 2023-12-19
One caregiver was observed supervising 12 children ranging from ages 12 months to 17 months. Note: By the end of the inspection, there were two caregivers supervising the group of children.
Resolution: Corrected: 2023-12-19
One caregiver was observed supervising 12 children ranging from ages 12 months to 17 months. Note: By the end of the inspection, there were two caregivers supervising the group of children.
Resolution: Corrected: 2023-12-19
Employee present at the operation did not have an active background check on file. Note: Employee left the operation during inspection.
Resolution: Corrected: 2023-12-19
One caregiver was observed supervising 12 children ranging from ages 12 months to 17 months. Note: By the end of the inspection, there were two caregivers supervising the group of children.
Resolution: Corrected: 2023-12-19
Employee present at the operation did not have an active background check on file. Note: Employee left the operation during inspection.
Resolution: Corrected: 2023-12-19
Employee present at the operation did not have an active background check on file. Note: Employee left the operation during inspection.
Resolution: Corrected: 2023-12-19
Ten children's records were reviewed. Six records were pending the health statements.
Resolution: Corrected: 2023-01-16
Ten children's files were reviewed. Six children were pending updated immunization records. Note: Four children's updated immunization records were provided during inspection.
Resolution: Corrected: 2023-01-16
Block fence surrounding the toddler playground is leaning towards the inside of the playground. Fence is not stable. There were 2 cleaning toilet bowl chemical bottles in the cabinets under the sink in two restrooms. Cabinets were not locked. Restrooms are used by children. Note: Chemicals were removed during inspection.
Resolution: Corrected: 2023-01-09
Operational policies are pending the following information: enrollment procedures, including how and when parents will be notified of policy changes; promotion of indoor and outdoor physical activity; procedures for parents to participate in the child-care center's operation and activities; procedures for parents to review a copy of the child-care center's most recent Licensing inspection report and how the parent may access the minimum standards online; instructions on how a parent may contact the local Licensing office, and access the HHSC website; information on vaccine-preventable diseases for employees; and preventing and responding to abuse and neglect of children.
Resolution: Corrected: 2023-01-16
Ten children's records were reviewed. Six records were pending the health statements.
Resolution: Corrected: 2023-01-16
Operational policies are pending the following information: enrollment procedures, including how and when parents will be notified of policy changes; promotion of indoor and outdoor physical activity; procedures for parents to participate in the child-care center's operation and activities; procedures for parents to review a copy of the child-care center's most recent Licensing inspection report and how the parent may access the minimum standards online; instructions on how a parent may contact the local Licensing office, and access the HHSC website; information on vaccine-preventable diseases for employees; and preventing and responding to abuse and neglect of children.
Resolution: Corrected: 2023-01-16
Ten children's files were reviewed. Six children were pending updated immunization records. Note: Four children's updated immunization records were provided during inspection.
Resolution: Corrected: 2023-01-16
Operational policies are pending the following information: enrollment procedures, including how and when parents will be notified of policy changes; promotion of indoor and outdoor physical activity; procedures for parents to participate in the child-care center's operation and activities; procedures for parents to review a copy of the child-care center's most recent Licensing inspection report and how the parent may access the minimum standards online; instructions on how a parent may contact the local Licensing office, and access the HHSC website; information on vaccine-preventable diseases for employees; and preventing and responding to abuse and neglect of children.
Resolution: Corrected: 2023-01-16
Block fence surrounding the toddler playground is leaning towards the inside of the playground. Fence is not stable. There were 2 cleaning toilet bowl chemical bottles in the cabinets under the sink in two restrooms. Cabinets were not locked. Restrooms are used by children. Note: Chemicals were removed during inspection.
Resolution: Corrected: 2023-01-09
Ten children's records were reviewed. Six records were pending the health statements.
Resolution: Corrected: 2023-01-16
Operational policies are pending the following information: enrollment procedures, including how and when parents will be notified of policy changes; promotion of indoor and outdoor physical activity; procedures for parents to participate in the child-care center's operation and activities; procedures for parents to review a copy of the child-care center's most recent Licensing inspection report and how the parent may access the minimum standards online; instructions on how a parent may contact the local Licensing office, and access the HHSC website; information on vaccine-preventable diseases for employees; and preventing and responding to abuse and neglect of children.
Resolution: Corrected: 2023-01-16
Ten children's files were reviewed. Six children were pending updated immunization records. Note: Four children's updated immunization records were provided during inspection.
Resolution: Corrected: 2023-01-16
Ten children's records were reviewed. Six records were pending the health statements.
Resolution: Corrected: 2023-01-16
Block fence surrounding the toddler playground is leaning towards the inside of the playground. Fence is not stable. There were 2 cleaning toilet bowl chemical bottles in the cabinets under the sink in two restrooms. Cabinets were not locked. Restrooms are used by children. Note: Chemicals were removed during inspection.
Resolution: Corrected: 2023-01-09
Ten children's files were reviewed. Six children were pending updated immunization records. Note: Four children's updated immunization records were provided during inspection.
Resolution: Corrected: 2023-01-16
Block fence surrounding the toddler playground is leaning towards the inside of the playground. Fence is not stable. There were 2 cleaning toilet bowl chemical bottles in the cabinets under the sink in two restrooms. Cabinets were not locked. Restrooms are used by children. Note: Chemicals were removed during inspection.
Resolution: Corrected: 2023-01-09
Sanitation inspection was last conducted on 01/04/2021.
Resolution: Corrected: 2022-06-27
Smoke alarm was last inspected on 11/17/2020.
Resolution: Corrected: 2022-06-27
Four infants were in a combined group with 10 additional children over the age 18 months, under the supervision of one caregiver, during opening of the center.
Resolution: Corrected: 2022-06-13
Fire extinguishers wer last serviced on December 2020.
Resolution: Corrected: 2022-06-20
Fire drills were last conducted on April 2022.
Resolution: Corrected: 2022-06-14
Fire inspection was last conducted on 12/22/2020.
Resolution: Corrected: 2022-06-27
Monthly carbon monoxide tests and monthly fire extinguishers inspections have not been conducted.
Resolution: Corrected: 2022-06-14
Monthly carbon monoxide tests and monthly fire extinguishers inspections have not been conducted.
Resolution: Corrected: 2022-06-14
Smoke alarm was last inspected on 11/17/2020.
Resolution: Corrected: 2022-06-27
Fire inspection was last conducted on 12/22/2020.
Resolution: Corrected: 2022-06-27
Sanitation inspection was last conducted on 01/04/2021.
Resolution: Corrected: 2022-06-27
Fire extinguishers wer last serviced on December 2020.
Resolution: Corrected: 2022-06-20
Fire drills were last conducted on April 2022.
Resolution: Corrected: 2022-06-14
Four infants were in a combined group with 10 additional children over the age 18 months, under the supervision of one caregiver, during opening of the center.
Resolution: Corrected: 2022-06-13
Fire extinguishers wer last serviced on December 2020.
Resolution: Corrected: 2022-06-20
Sanitation inspection was last conducted on 01/04/2021.
Resolution: Corrected: 2022-06-27
Smoke alarm was last inspected on 11/17/2020.
Resolution: Corrected: 2022-06-27
Four infants were in a combined group with 10 additional children over the age 18 months, under the supervision of one caregiver, during opening of the center.
Resolution: Corrected: 2022-06-13
Fire drills were last conducted on April 2022.
Resolution: Corrected: 2022-06-14
Monthly carbon monoxide tests and monthly fire extinguishers inspections have not been conducted.
Resolution: Corrected: 2022-06-14
Fire inspection was last conducted on 12/22/2020.
Resolution: Corrected: 2022-06-27
Fire extinguishers wer last serviced on December 2020.
Resolution: Corrected: 2022-06-20
Sanitation inspection was last conducted on 01/04/2021.
Resolution: Corrected: 2022-06-27
Smoke alarm was last inspected on 11/17/2020.
Resolution: Corrected: 2022-06-27
Four infants were in a combined group with 10 additional children over the age 18 months, under the supervision of one caregiver, during opening of the center.
Resolution: Corrected: 2022-06-13
Fire drills were last conducted on April 2022.
Resolution: Corrected: 2022-06-14
Monthly carbon monoxide tests and monthly fire extinguishers inspections have not been conducted.
Resolution: Corrected: 2022-06-14
Fire inspection was last conducted on 12/22/2020.
Resolution: Corrected: 2022-06-27
Two infants sat on high chairs for longer than 15 minutes, during opening, while waiting for infant caregiver to arrive to the operation.
Resolution: Corrected: 2022-06-29
One toddler was observed to be sitting down on a high chair for longer than 20 minutes as a form of discipline.
Resolution: Corrected: 2022-06-30
A person authorized to pick up a child, by the child's parent, was not allowed to enter the operation.
Resolution: Corrected: 2022-06-13
Two infants sat on high chairs for longer than 15 minutes, during opening, while waiting for infant caregiver to arrive to the operation.
Resolution: Corrected: 2022-06-29
Two infants sat on high chairs for longer than 15 minutes, during opening, while waiting for infant caregiver to arrive to the operation.
Resolution: Corrected: 2022-06-29
A person authorized to pick up a child, by the child's parent, was not allowed to enter the operation.
Resolution: Corrected: 2022-06-13
One toddler was observed to be sitting down on a high chair for longer than 20 minutes as a form of discipline.
Resolution: Corrected: 2022-06-30
Two infants sat on high chairs for longer than 15 minutes, during opening, while waiting for infant caregiver to arrive to the operation.
Resolution: Corrected: 2022-06-29
A person authorized to pick up a child, by the child's parent, was not allowed to enter the operation.
Resolution: Corrected: 2022-06-13
One toddler was observed to be sitting down on a high chair for longer than 20 minutes as a form of discipline.
Resolution: Corrected: 2022-06-30
A person authorized to pick up a child, by the child's parent, was not allowed to enter the operation.
Resolution: Corrected: 2022-06-13
One toddler was observed to be sitting down on a high chair for longer than 20 minutes as a form of discipline.
Resolution: Corrected: 2022-06-30
Ten children records were reviewed. Three records were missing updated immunization records. Note: it was corrected at inspection. Updated immunization records were provided by parents to operation during inspection.
Resolution: Corrected at inspection
Ten children records were reviewed. Three records were missing updated immunization records. Note: it was corrected at inspection. Updated immunization records were provided by parents to operation during inspection.
Resolution: Corrected at inspection
Ten children records were reviewed. Three records were missing updated immunization records. Note: it was corrected at inspection. Updated immunization records were provided by parents to operation during inspection.
Resolution: Corrected at inspection
Ten children records were reviewed. Three records were missing updated immunization records. Note: it was corrected at inspection. Updated immunization records were provided by parents to operation during inspection.
Resolution: Corrected at inspection
Activity plans were not posted in three classrooms. Note: it was corrected during inspection.
Resolution: Corrected: 2021-10-12
Activity plans were not posted in three classrooms. Note: it was corrected during inspection.
Resolution: Corrected: 2021-10-12
Activity plans were not posted in three classrooms. Note: it was corrected during inspection.
Resolution: Corrected: 2021-10-12
Activity plans were not posted in three classrooms. Note: it was corrected during inspection.
Resolution: Corrected: 2021-10-12
After diaper change, caregiver and child were observed not washing their hands. Note: It was corrected at inspection.
Resolution: Corrected: 2021-09-09
There are two sinks in the infants' room. One is designated for hand washing and one for rinsing bottles. Sink for rinsing bottles was observed being used for hand washing. Note: It was corrected at inspection.
Resolution: Corrected: 2021-09-09
After diaper change, caregiver and child were observed not washing their hands. Note: It was corrected at inspection.
Resolution: Corrected: 2021-09-09
There are two sinks in the infants' room. One is designated for hand washing and one for rinsing bottles. Sink for rinsing bottles was observed being used for hand washing. Note: It was corrected at inspection.
Resolution: Corrected: 2021-09-09
There are two sinks in the infants' room. One is designated for hand washing and one for rinsing bottles. Sink for rinsing bottles was observed being used for hand washing. Note: It was corrected at inspection.
Resolution: Corrected: 2021-09-09
After diaper change, caregiver and child were observed not washing their hands. Note: It was corrected at inspection.
Resolution: Corrected: 2021-09-09
There are two sinks in the infants' room. One is designated for hand washing and one for rinsing bottles. Sink for rinsing bottles was observed being used for hand washing. Note: It was corrected at inspection.
Resolution: Corrected: 2021-09-09
After diaper change, caregiver and child were observed not washing their hands. Note: It was corrected at inspection.
Resolution: Corrected: 2021-09-09
Infant classroom was out of child/caregiver ratio. There were six children under supervision of one caregiver. The specified age of the children in the group is 12-17 months. Note: it was corrected at inspection.
Resolution: Corrected: 2021-07-29
Infant classroom was out of child/caregiver ratio. There were six children under supervision of one caregiver. The specified age of the children in the group is 12-17 months. Note: it was corrected at inspection.
Resolution: Corrected: 2021-07-29
Infant classroom was out of child/caregiver ratio. There were six children under supervision of one caregiver. The specified age of the children in the group is 12-17 months. Note: it was corrected at inspection.
Resolution: Corrected: 2021-07-29
Infant classroom was out of child/caregiver ratio. There were six children under supervision of one caregiver. The specified age of the children in the group is 12-17 months. Note: it was corrected at inspection.
Resolution: Corrected: 2021-07-29
Play yards were not labeled with children's names. Note: It was corrected at inspection.
Resolution: Corrected at inspection
Play yards were not labeled with children's names. Note: It was corrected at inspection.
Resolution: Corrected at inspection
Play yards were not labeled with children's names. Note: It was corrected at inspection.
Resolution: Corrected at inspection
Play yards were not labeled with children's names. Note: It was corrected at inspection.
Resolution: Corrected at inspection
Two desinfecting chemicals were inside an unlocked cabinet under the sink in the infants room.
Resolution: Corrected: 2021-04-09
Two caregivers were observed caring for a group of 12 children with a specified age group of 0-11 months.
Resolution: Corrected: 2021-04-09
Diaper changing mat was in need of cleaning.
Resolution: Corrected: 2021-04-09
Two files were missing notarized affidavits.
Resolution: Corrected: 2021-04-23
Emergency practice drills have not been conducted.
Resolution: Corrected: 2021-04-14
Caregiver without an elegible active background check was counted in child/caregiver ratio in the infant room. Note: Caregiver left operation during inspection.
Resolution: Corrected: 2021-04-09
Active play space and equipment monthly inspections have not been conducted since January 2021.
Resolution: Corrected: 2021-04-12
Two files were missing notarized affidavits.
Resolution: Corrected: 2021-04-23
Two desinfecting chemicals were inside an unlocked cabinet under the sink in the infants room.
Resolution: Corrected: 2021-04-09
Diaper changing mat was in need of cleaning.
Resolution: Corrected: 2021-04-09
Emergency practice drills have not been conducted.
Resolution: Corrected: 2021-04-14
Two caregivers were observed caring for a group of 12 children with a specified age group of 0-11 months.
Resolution: Corrected: 2021-04-09
Caregiver without an elegible active background check was counted in child/caregiver ratio in the infant room. Note: Caregiver left operation during inspection.
Resolution: Corrected: 2021-04-09
Active play space and equipment monthly inspections have not been conducted since January 2021.
Resolution: Corrected: 2021-04-12
Two files were missing notarized affidavits.
Resolution: Corrected: 2021-04-23
Diaper changing mat was in need of cleaning.
Resolution: Corrected: 2021-04-09
Two caregivers were observed caring for a group of 12 children with a specified age group of 0-11 months.
Resolution: Corrected: 2021-04-09
Caregiver without an elegible active background check was counted in child/caregiver ratio in the infant room. Note: Caregiver left operation during inspection.
Resolution: Corrected: 2021-04-09
Two files were missing notarized affidavits.
Resolution: Corrected: 2021-04-23
Emergency practice drills have not been conducted.
Resolution: Corrected: 2021-04-14
Active play space and equipment monthly inspections have not been conducted since January 2021.
Resolution: Corrected: 2021-04-12
Two desinfecting chemicals were inside an unlocked cabinet under the sink in the infants room.
Resolution: Corrected: 2021-04-09
Active play space and equipment monthly inspections have not been conducted since January 2021.
Resolution: Corrected: 2021-04-12
Caregiver without an elegible active background check was counted in child/caregiver ratio in the infant room. Note: Caregiver left operation during inspection.
Resolution: Corrected: 2021-04-09
Two caregivers were observed caring for a group of 12 children with a specified age group of 0-11 months.
Resolution: Corrected: 2021-04-09
Emergency practice drills have not been conducted.
Resolution: Corrected: 2021-04-14
Diaper changing mat was in need of cleaning.
Resolution: Corrected: 2021-04-09
Two desinfecting chemicals were inside an unlocked cabinet under the sink in the infants room.
Resolution: Corrected: 2021-04-09
Medicine bottle was observed inside refrigerator, next to food. Note: It was corrected during inspection.
Resolution: Corrected: 2021-03-12
Activities posted were for the month of February.
Resolution: Corrected: 2021-03-15
10 children's records were reviewed. Four files were missing immunizations.
Resolution: Corrected: 2021-03-26
Six employee records were reviewed. Two caregivers completed their First aid/CPR training 100 % online. A new caregiver, without First aid/CPR certificate on file, was observed supervising the school age classroom.
Resolution: Corrected: 2021-04-12
Six employee files were reviewed. Two files were missing notarized affidavits. Two files were missing signed orientation forms.
Resolution: Corrected: 2021-03-26
A bucket containing water, disinfecting cleaning supplies, and a water heater were inside an unlocked closet. Note: It was corrected during inspection.
Resolution: Corrected: 2021-03-12
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Poka Dots #2 Daycare and Learning Center's safety grade?
Poka Dots #2 Daycare and Learning Center has a safety grade of F (Poor) based on state inspection data. The composite score is 0.0 out of 100.
How many violations does Poka Dots #2 Daycare and Learning Center have?
Poka Dots #2 Daycare and Learning Center has 130 total violations on record, including 103 critical, 23 serious, and 4 minor.
When was Poka Dots #2 Daycare and Learning Center last inspected?
Poka Dots #2 Daycare and Learning Center was last inspected on January 28, 2026.