Margaret Saldana
Registered Child-Care Home · Austin, Travis County, TX · Operation No. 237673
Margaret Saldana holds a Registered issued March 25, 1988. In the state's 60-month public window it has 20 inspections on record with 51 cited deficiencies. The records below are republished verbatim from the Texas HHSC database.
License details
License status
Registered
Issued
March 25, 1988
Operation type
Registered Child-Care Home
Total capacity
12 children
Ages served
Infant, Toddler, Pre-Kindergarten, School
Address
8417 Jamestown Dr, Austin, TX 78758-7922
The 60-month record
20
Inspections
0
Assessments
0
Self reports
51
Deficiencies
Deficiencies by the agency's own weight: High 15 · Medium High 16 · Medium 20 · Medium Low 0 · Low 0. These are the state's precomputed counts, republished as-is.
Inspection history
| Date | Activity | Deficiencies cited |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 28, 2026 | Inspection | 0 |
| Jul 31, 2026 | Inspection | 0 |
| Jun 22, 2026 | Inspection | 0 |
| May 22, 2026 | Inspection | 0 |
| Apr 28, 2026 | Inspection | 0 |
| Mar 26, 2026 | Inspection | 0 |
| Feb 24, 2026 | Inspection | 0 |
| Feb 13, 2026 | Inspection | 1 |
| Jan 29, 2026 | Inspection | 1 |
| Dec 1, 2025 | Inspection | 0 |
| Nov 13, 2025 | Inspection | 0 |
| Oct 29, 2025 | Inspection | 12 |
| Sep 5, 2025 | Inspection | 1 |
| Aug 21, 2025 | Inspection | 2 |
| Apr 29, 2025 | Inspection | 0 |
| Apr 15, 2025 | Inspection | 1 |
| Apr 3, 2025 | Inspection | 25 |
| Sep 16, 2024 | Inspection | 0 |
| Aug 13, 2024 | Inspection | 8 |
| Sep 23, 2022 | Inspection | 0 |
Deficiency records
February 13, 2026 Standard § 747.2315(b) - AP Cribs - Only Snug Fitting Sheet and Crib Mattress Cover Allowed if Infant Younger than 12 Months of Age
High Verbatim from the agency record
Observed a child under 12 months old sleeping in a Play yard with a pillow and toys inside.
Corrected: February 13, 2026
January 29, 2026 Standard § 745.8641 - Requirements during probation
High Verbatim from the agency record
The conditions imposed during the probation period were not completed.
Corrected: February 23, 2026
October 29, 2025 Standard § 747.5005(1) - Fire Drill Monthly - Exit in 3 Minutes
Medium High Verbatim from the agency record
There was no fire drill logged for the month of September.
Corrected: October 31, 2025
October 29, 2025 Standard § 747.2315(b) - AP Cribs - Only Snug Fitting Sheet and Crib Mattress Cover Allowed if Infant Younger than 12 Months of Age
High Verbatim from the agency record
A six month old infant was observed sleeping with a blanket and stuffed animal.
Corrected: October 29, 2025
October 29, 2025 Standard § 747.5107(a) - Inspect Fire Extinguishers Monthly
Medium High Verbatim from the agency record
The fire extinguisher was not inspected in the month of September.
Corrected: October 31, 2025
October 29, 2025 Standard § 747.2105(a) - Screen Time Activities - Not Used for Under Two
Medium Verbatim from the agency record
Children under two years old were observed having screen time.
Corrected: October 29, 2025
October 29, 2025 Standard § 747.2318(3) - Tummy Time Activities - If infant has fallen asleep, move infant immediately to the crib and position on the infant?s back as required by ?747.2327
High Verbatim from the agency record
A six month old was observed falling asleep during tummy time and was not moved promptly.
Corrected: October 29, 2025
October 29, 2025 Standard § 747.2326(a)(1) - Infant May Not Sleep in a Restrictive Device
High Verbatim from the agency record
A six month old infant was observed sleeping in a restrictive device.
Corrected: October 29, 2025
October 29, 2025 Standard § 747.3213(1) - Children Handwashing Before Eating
Medium High Verbatim from the agency record
Children were observed being placed in high chairs for meal time without washing their hands.
Corrected: October 29, 2025
October 29, 2025 Standard § 747.2318(1) - Tummy Time Activities - Ensure that caregivers and staff can see and hear the infant when an infant is engaged in tummy time
High Verbatim from the agency record
A six month old infant was observed doing tummy time while not being visible to the caregiver.
Corrected: October 29, 2025
October 29, 2025 Standard § 747.2321(b) - Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days
Medium Verbatim from the agency record
The infant feeding form has not been updated since August 2025.
Corrected: October 31, 2025
October 29, 2025 Standard § 747.3203(13) - Mark Cleaning Supplies, Toxic Materials; Separate from Food and Inaccessible
Medium High Verbatim from the agency record
The restroom was observed with cleaning wipes on the counter and cleaning products under the sink with no child safe lock.
Corrected: October 31, 2025
October 29, 2025 Standard § 747.2305(1) - Infant Care Area Furnishings and Equipment -Non-walking
Medium High Verbatim from the agency record
A non-walking infant was observed sleeping on a mat instead of a crib.
Corrected: October 29, 2025
October 29, 2025 Standard § 747.2105(c)(4) - Screen Time Activities - Not Used During Eating or Rest Times
Medium Verbatim from the agency record
Children were observed watching screens during meal time.
Corrected: October 29, 2025
September 5, 2025 Standard § 747.4303(a) - Individual Cot, Bed, or Mat for Each Walking Child Through 4 Years of Age
Medium Verbatim from the agency record
Observed two children sleeping on couches in the livingroom. This was corrected when the children were placed on the mattress and floor.
Corrected: September 5, 2025
August 21, 2025 Standard § 747.3501 - Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
Medium High Verbatim from the agency record
A water hose was observed on the ground in the backyard.
Corrected: August 29, 2025
August 21, 2025 Standard § 747.2315(b) - AP Cribs - Only Snug Fitting Sheet and Crib Mattress Cover Allowed if Infant Younger than 12 Months of Age
High Verbatim from the agency record
Observed an 4 month old inside a play yard with an activity play gym and mat. This was corrected when the provider remove the extra play equipment.
Corrected: August 21, 2025
April 15, 2025 Standard § 747.1501(c)(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
High Verbatim from the agency record
Upon arrival, observed an infant lying on the couch.
Corrected: April 15, 2025
April 3, 2025 Standard § 747.603(a)(3) - Children's Records - Health Statement
Medium Verbatim from the agency record
Two children enrolled and present at the operation during inspection did not have a statement of the child's health from a health-care professional.
Corrected: April 18, 2025
April 3, 2025 Standard § 747.605(15) - Required Admission Information-Child's allergies and Completed Food Allergy Plan
Medium High Verbatim from the agency record
One child with a diagnosed allergy did not have a a completed food allergy emergency plan for the child.
Corrected: April 18, 2025
April 3, 2025 Standard § 745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
High Verbatim from the agency record
One adult was present in the home without a background check during inspection. The individual left during inspection.
Corrected: April 3, 2025
April 3, 2025 Standard § 747.603(a)(2) - Children's Records - Admission Information
Medium Verbatim from the agency record
The provider did not have any admission paperwork for two children enrolled and present at the operation during inspection.
Corrected: April 18, 2025
April 3, 2025 Standard § 747.1503(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
High Verbatim from the agency record
Children are left unsupervised at the operation when the provider sleeps and/or naps while children are present in care at the operation.
Corrected: April 3, 2025
April 3, 2025 Standard § 747.5337(b)(2) - CO Detection System Connected to Alarm or Smoke Detection System- Test Documentation Available During Hours of Operation
Medium Verbatim from the agency record
The provider is not testing the carbon monoxide detection system monthly.
Corrected: April 18, 2025
April 3, 2025 Standard § 747.5005(1) - Fire Drill Monthly - Exit in 3 Minutes
Medium High Verbatim from the agency record
Fire drills are not being practiced monthly and during more than one drill the provider logged that they were not able to exit in 3 minutes or less.
Corrected: April 18, 2025
April 3, 2025 Standard § 747.3113(4) - Menus Available to Licensing
Medium Verbatim from the agency record
The provider did not have a menu for today's breakfast available for review or any prior menus available for review during inspection.
Corrected: April 18, 2025
April 3, 2025 Standard § 747.5005(3) - Lock-down drill 4 times in a calendar year
Medium High Verbatim from the agency record
The provider did not conduct lock-down drills 4 times in a calendar year.
Corrected: April 18, 2025
April 3, 2025 Standard § 747.3935(b) - Children's Products- Annual Certification
Medium Verbatim from the agency record
The provider last completed the CPSC annual certification in 2018.
Corrected: April 18, 2025
April 3, 2025 Standard § 747.501(9) - Written Operational Policies - Parent Rights
Medium Verbatim from the agency record
The operational policies did not include parent's rights.
Corrected: April 24, 2025
April 3, 2025 Standard § 747.5107(a) - Inspect Fire Extinguishers Monthly
Medium High Verbatim from the agency record
The provider is not inspecting the fire extinguisher monthly.
Corrected: April 18, 2025
April 3, 2025 Standard § 747.5115 - Smoke Detectors Testing
High Verbatim from the agency record
The provider is not testing the smoke detectors monthly.
Corrected: April 18, 2025
April 3, 2025 Standard § 747.501(8) - Written Operational Policies - Promotion of Physical Activity
Medium Verbatim from the agency record
The operational policies did not include promotion of physical activity or the duration.
Corrected: April 24, 2025
April 3, 2025 Standard § 747.1501(c)(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
High Verbatim from the agency record
The provider did not demonstrate good judgment when a pillow and blanket was placed on top of an infant in a bouncer to help the infant sleep. This was removed during the inspction.
Corrected: April 3, 2025
April 3, 2025 Standard § 747.613(a) - Required Immunizations
High Verbatim from the agency record
Two children enrolled and present at the operation did not have any proof of the required immunizations.
Corrected: April 18, 2025
April 3, 2025 Standard § 747.2301(3) - Basic Requirements for Infants - Prompt Attention to Needs
Medium High Verbatim from the agency record
One infant was left in a play yard after waking up from nap without prompt attention given to the child's physical needs as the child stated: out and the provider left the child in the play yard.
Corrected: April 3, 2025
April 3, 2025 Standard § 747.623(3) - Immunizations-Completed official record from doctor's office or pharmacy
Medium Verbatim from the agency record
Two children's immunization records did not have the signature (including a rubber stamp or electronic signature) of the health-care professional who administered the vaccine.
Corrected: April 18, 2025
April 3, 2025 Standard § 747.5005(2) - Sheltering drill for Severe Weather- 4 times in a calendar year
Medium High Verbatim from the agency record
The provider did not conduct severe weather drills 4 times in a calendar year.
Corrected: April 18, 2025
April 3, 2025 Standard § 747.501(6) - Written Operational Policies - Safe Sleep for Infants
Medium High Verbatim from the agency record
The operational policies did not include infant safe sleep.
Corrected: April 24, 2025
April 3, 2025 Standard § 747.635(a) - Sign-in and Sign-out Logs Maintained
Medium High Verbatim from the agency record
The provider did not have any records of attendance for each child.
Corrected: April 18, 2025
April 3, 2025 Standard § 747.2324(1) - Naptime for Infants - Designated crib, cot, bed, or mat
High Verbatim from the agency record
An infant was asleep on a recliner chair. The provider moved the infant into a play yard during inspection.
Corrected: April 3, 2025
April 3, 2025 Standard § 747.3703(a) - Animals at Center - Documentation of Vaccinations
Medium High Verbatim from the agency record
The provider does not have any documentation of vaccinations for the dog present at the operation.
Corrected: April 21, 2025
April 3, 2025 Standard § 747.3803(b) - First Aid Kit - Supplies Not Expired
Medium Verbatim from the agency record
Neosporin was present in the first aid kit that expired in 2023. It was removed during the inspection.
Corrected: April 3, 2025
April 3, 2025 Standard § 747.3703(b) - Animals at Center - Statement of Health from Veterinarian
Medium Verbatim from the agency record
The provider did not have a health statement for the dog present at the operation.
Corrected: May 1, 2025
August 13, 2024 Standard § 747.2321(a) - Written Feeding Instructions - Signed and Dated by Parent or Health-Care Professional
Medium Verbatim from the agency record
An infant not yet on table food does not have feeding instructions.
Corrected: August 20, 2024
August 13, 2024 Standard § 747.1303(5)(A) - Training Requirements for Primary Caregiver -30 Hours Annual Training
Medium High Verbatim from the agency record
The primary caregiver does not have any annual training on file.
Corrected: October 14, 2024
August 13, 2024 Standard § 747.2105(a) - Screen Time Activities - Not Used for Under Two
Medium Verbatim from the agency record
Screen time was available for children under 2 years old. This was corrected when the televsion was turned off.
Corrected: August 13, 2024
August 13, 2024 Standard § 747.3935(b) - Children's Products- Annual Certification
Medium Verbatim from the agency record
A current product certification form was not available for review.
Corrected: August 20, 2024
August 13, 2024 Standard § 747.801(7) - Records Maintained and Made Available - Safety Drills Documentation
Medium Verbatim from the agency record
There is no current record of safety drills documentation, includeing tests of smoke detectors, carbon monoxide dectors, or fire extinguishers.
Corrected: August 27, 2024
August 13, 2024 Standard § 747.603(a)(4) - Children's Records - Immunizations
Medium Verbatim from the agency record
Two children do not have immunization information on file. One child does not have current immunizations on file.
Corrected: August 27, 2024
August 13, 2024 Standard § 747.603(a)(2) - Children's Records - Admission Information
Medium Verbatim from the agency record
Two children do not have admission information available for review.
Corrected: August 20, 2024
August 13, 2024 Standard § 745.621(a)(5) - AP Initial background checks submitted - At the time a non-client resident 14 or older moves into your home or operation
High Verbatim from the agency record
An individual older than 14 is living in the home and does not have a background check.
Corrected: August 16, 2024
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