Texas ChildcareLicensing Requirements
Stay compliant with Texas Minimum Standards for Child-Care Centers regulations. Bloomily helps Texas childcare centers manage staff ratios, certifications, and emergency drills — all in one platform.
Staff-to-Child Ratios
Required ratios for Texas licensed childcare facilities
| Age Group | Staff : Children | Max Group Size |
|---|---|---|
Infants (0-12 months) | 1:4 | 10 children |
toddler | 1:5 | 13 children |
toddler_18m | 1:9 | 18 children |
twos | 1:11 | 22 children |
threes | 1:15 | 30 children |
fours | 1:18 | 35 children |
School Age (5+ years) | 1:22 | 30 children |
Bloomily automatically monitors staff-to-child ratios in real-time and alerts you when you're approaching limits.
Required Certifications
Certifications required for Texas childcare staff
Annual Training (24 hours)
Texas 24-hour annual in-service training requirement
Background Check (Texas)
Texas DFPS background check clearance
First Aid
First Aid certification
Food Handler Certificate
Texas food handler certification (if preparing food)
Mandated Reporter Training
California mandated reporter training for child abuse
Pediatric CPR
CPR certification for infants and children
Pre-Service Training (8 hours)
Texas 8-hour pre-service training for new employees
TB Test
Tuberculosis screening test
Bloomily tracks certification expiration dates and sends automated renewal reminders before they lapse.
Emergency Drill Requirements
Required safety drills for Texas childcare facilities
Required Drills
Fire Drill
Monthly fire/evacuation drills required
Ref: §746.4805
Severe Weather
Quarterly severe weather drills required
Ref: §746.4807
Recommended Drills
Lockdown/Security
Lockdown drills recommended
Shelter in Place
Shelter drills for tornado safety
Bloomily automatically schedules drills and tracks completion to ensure you never miss a requirement.
Pre-Inspection Checklist
45 items based on Texas Minimum Standards for Child-Care Centers requirements
License displayed in prominent location
Ref: §746.501
Permit capacity not exceeded
Ref: §746.1601
Operation within licensed hours
Ref: §746.501
Written operational policies available
Ref: §746.501
Parent handbook current and distributed
Ref: §746.501
Indoor space meets minimum (30 sq ft per child)
Ref: §746.3403
Outdoor play area (80 sq ft per child)
Ref: §746.3503
Temperature maintained 65-85°F
Ref: §746.3407
Adequate lighting in all areas
Ref: §746.3409
Toilets clean and child-accessible
Ref: §746.3501
Handwashing facilities available
Ref: §746.3501
Drinking water readily accessible
Ref: §746.3413
Napping equipment clean and appropriate
Ref: §746.2409
Daily health checks performed
Ref: §746.3601
Handwashing procedures followed
Ref: §746.3603
Diapering area sanitized properly
Ref: §746.3605
Medications stored and administered properly
Ref: §746.3801
First aid supplies stocked
Ref: §746.3701
Illness exclusion policy enforced
Ref: §746.3601
Fire extinguishers inspected annually
Ref: §746.4801
Smoke detectors working
Ref: §746.4801
Emergency exits marked and unobstructed
Ref: §746.4803
Fire/evacuation drills monthly
Ref: §746.4805
Severe weather drills quarterly
Ref: §746.4807
Emergency preparedness plan posted
Ref: §746.4801
Outdoor equipment safe and maintained
Ref: §746.3509
Swimming pool secured (if applicable)
Ref: §746.3513
Hazardous materials stored safely
Ref: §746.4901
Background checks current for all staff
Ref: §745.601
Director meets qualification requirements
Ref: §746.1015
CPR certification current (all caregivers)
Ref: §746.1309
First aid certification current
Ref: §746.1309
Annual training hours completed (24 hrs)
Ref: §746.1315
Staff-to-child ratios maintained
Ref: §746.1601
TB test results on file
Ref: §746.1201
Enrollment forms complete
Ref: §746.601
Emergency contact information current
Ref: §746.601
Immunization records on file
Ref: §746.603
Health statements current
Ref: §746.605
Pickup authorization documented
Ref: §746.601
Allergy/special needs documented
Ref: §746.605
Attendance records maintained
Ref: §746.607
Menus posted and followed
Ref: §746.3301
Food stored properly
Ref: §746.3303
Kitchen area clean and sanitary
Ref: §746.3305
Track your Texas compliance digitally
Bloomily keeps your checklist updated, tracks staff certifications, and alerts you before items expire.
Nearby State Requirements
Requirements vary by state. Click to view specific licensing requirements.
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