Guidance Preparatory Academy
64 MCMAKIN RD, Bartonville, TX 76226 · Denton County
Program
- Type
- Licensed center
- Licensed capacity
- 301
- Ages
- Infant, Toddler, Pre-Kindergarten, School
- Hours
- 06:30 AM-06:00 PM
- Director / administrator
- Payton Copeland
- Phone
- (940) 455-7123
- Regulated since
- Nov 22, 2023
- HHSC IDs
- Operation 1465488 · number 1788911
- Official record
- HHSC Child Care Search
Violations by category
Year by year
| Year | Violations | Serious | Main categories |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 18 | 6 | Illness & medication (2), Supervision & ratios (4), Safety & premises (4), Staff background & training (2), Other (6) |
| 2025 | 38 | 24 | Cleanliness & sanitation (2), Illness & medication (2), Supervision & ratios (12), Discipline & child guidance (4), Food & allergies (2), Staff background & training (2), Other (14) |
Inspections, investigations & assessments
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Jul 7, 2026 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Jul 7, 2026 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jun 16, 2026 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training
Two staff are missing required training topics and hours for the last full year.
HHSC 746.1309(a) — Documented Annual Training Area - 24 Hours Required
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2026-06-30. Correction verified 2026-07-07.
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Safety & premises
It was determined that the younger infants have not being going outside.
HHSC 746.2417(1) — Activities for Infants - Outdoor Play Daily
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2026-06-17. Correction verified 2026-07-07.
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Other
Two infant feeding instructions were not signed by the parents.
HHSC 746.2421(a) — Written Feeding Instructions - Signed and Dated by Parent or Health-Care Professional
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2026-06-19. Correction verified 2026-07-17.
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Safety & premises
One childs EpiPen is expired.
HHSC 746.3819 — Food Allergy Emergency Plan Signed by Parents and Health Care Professional
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-06-23. Correction verified 2026-07-07.
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Illness & medication
One childs exemption request on file has expired.
HHSC 746.603(a)(4) — Children's Records - Immunizations
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2026-06-23. Correction verified 2026-07-07.
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Staff background & training
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Jun 16, 2026 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training
Two staff are missing required training topics and hours for the last full year.
HHSC 746.1309(a) — Documented Annual Training Area - 24 Hours Required
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2026-06-30. Correction verified 2026-07-07.
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Safety & premises
It was determined that the younger infants have not being going outside.
HHSC 746.2417(1) — Activities for Infants - Outdoor Play Daily
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2026-06-17. Correction verified 2026-07-07.
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Other
Two infant feeding instructions were not signed by the parents.
HHSC 746.2421(a) — Written Feeding Instructions - Signed and Dated by Parent or Health-Care Professional
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2026-06-19. Correction verified 2026-07-17.
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Safety & premises
One childs EpiPen is expired.
HHSC 746.3819 — Food Allergy Emergency Plan Signed by Parents and Health Care Professional
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-06-23. Correction verified 2026-07-07.
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Illness & medication
One childs exemption request on file has expired.
HHSC 746.603(a)(4) — Children's Records - Immunizations
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2026-06-23. Correction verified 2026-07-07.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Staff background & training
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May 28, 2026 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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May 28, 2026 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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May 28, 2026 Report · Deficiencies cited (self-report)
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Supervision & ratios Serious
A caregiver did not follow name to face procedures when transitioning from the outside playground to the classroom. As a result, a child was left outside on the playground unsupervised for approximately 4 to 5 minutes.
HHSC 746.1205(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
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2026-06-25. Correction verified 2026-07-07.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
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May 28, 2026 Report · Deficiencies cited (self-report)
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Supervision & ratios Serious
A caregiver did not follow name to face procedures when transitioning from the outside playground to the classroom. As a result, a child was left outside on the playground unsupervised for approximately 4 to 5 minutes.
HHSC 746.1205(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
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2026-06-25. Correction verified 2026-07-07.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Supervision & ratios Serious
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Apr 21, 2026 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Apr 21, 2026 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Apr 16, 2026 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Apr 16, 2026 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Apr 15, 2026 Report · Deficiencies cited (self-report)
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Other Serious
An employee did not use good judgment when management was not immediately notified of an incident that occurred.
HHSC 746.1201(1) — Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2026-05-13. Correction verified 2026-05-28.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
Two caregivers did not follow procedures of name to face for all children when transitioning from the classroom to the outside playground. As a result, a child was left inside the classroom unsupervised for approximately 11 minutes.
HHSC 746.1205(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
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2026-05-13. Correction verified 2026-05-28.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Other Serious
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Apr 15, 2026 Report · Deficiencies cited (self-report)
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Other Serious
An employee did not use good judgment when management was not immediately notified of an incident that occurred.
HHSC 746.1201(1) — Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2026-05-13. Correction verified 2026-05-28.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
Two caregivers did not follow procedures of name to face for all children when transitioning from the classroom to the outside playground. As a result, a child was left inside the classroom unsupervised for approximately 11 minutes.
HHSC 746.1205(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
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2026-05-13. Correction verified 2026-05-28.
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Other Serious
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Mar 4, 2026 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Mar 4, 2026 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jan 7, 2026 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Jan 7, 2026 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jan 7, 2026 Report · Deficiencies cited (self-report)
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Other
Based on information gathered during the investigation and a review of video footage, a caregiver failed to provide comfort to a toddler who was visibly upset during drop‑off times.
HHSC 746.2501(4) — Care Requirements for Toddlers - Holding and Comforting
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-02-04. Correction verified 2026-03-04.
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Other
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Jan 7, 2026 Report · Deficiencies cited (self-report)
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Other
Based on information gathered during the investigation and a review of video footage, a caregiver failed to provide comfort to a toddler who was visibly upset during drop‑off times.
HHSC 746.2501(4) — Care Requirements for Toddlers - Holding and Comforting
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-02-04. Correction verified 2026-03-04.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Other
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Dec 5, 2025 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Dec 5, 2025 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Nov 17, 2025 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Nov 17, 2025 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Nov 14, 2025 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Nov 14, 2025 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Nov 10, 2025 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Nov 10, 2025 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Nov 7, 2025 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Nov 7, 2025 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Oct 30, 2025 Report · Deficiencies cited (self-report)
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Supervision & ratios Serious
During morning dropout toddler walked out of the Two A classroom due to the door being left open by a parent dropping off.
HHSC 746.1205(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
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2025-11-03. Correction verified 2025-11-10.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
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Oct 30, 2025 Report · Deficiencies cited (self-report)
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Supervision & ratios Serious
During morning dropout toddler walked out of the Two A classroom due to the door being left open by a parent dropping off.
HHSC 746.1205(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
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2025-11-03. Correction verified 2025-11-10.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Supervision & ratios Serious
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Oct 30, 2025 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Oct 30, 2025 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Oct 27, 2025 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Oct 27, 2025 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Oct 27, 2025 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Oct 27, 2025 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Oct 23, 2025 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Oct 23, 2025 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Oct 22, 2025 Report · Deficiencies cited (self-report)
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Supervision & ratios Serious
Based on information gathered through the course of the investigation, it is determined that children at the operation have been inappropriately grabbed by caregivers.
HHSC 746.2805(3) — Prohibited Punishments - Grabbing and Pulling
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2025-11-17. Correction verified 2025-11-17.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
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Oct 22, 2025 Report · Deficiencies cited (self-report)
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Supervision & ratios Serious
Based on information gathered through the course of the investigation, it is determined that children at the operation have been inappropriately grabbed by caregivers.
HHSC 746.2805(3) — Prohibited Punishments - Grabbing and Pulling
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2025-11-17. Correction verified 2025-11-17.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Supervision & ratios Serious
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Oct 21, 2025 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Other Serious
Based on information gathered during the course of the investigation, a caregiver did not demonstrate competency by ensuring the Pre-B schedule was followed and children in care were fed before being instructed to lie down for naptime.
HHSC 746.1201(1) — Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2025-11-19. Correction verified 2025-12-05.
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Other
Based on information gathered during the investigation, it is determined that caregivers have been using their personal devices while caring for children.
HHSC 746.1203(3)(D) — Personal use of electronic devices, such as cell phones, MP3 players, tablets, and video games
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-11-19. Correction verified 2025-12-05.
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Food & allergies
Based on information gathered during the inspection, children in care went more than 3 hours without a meal or snack.
HHSC 746.3303 — Nutrition and Food Service - Meal and Snack Schedule
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-11-19. Correction verified 2025-12-05.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Other Serious
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Oct 21, 2025 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Other Serious
Based on information gathered during the course of the investigation, a caregiver did not demonstrate competency by ensuring the Pre-B schedule was followed and children in care were fed before being instructed to lie down for naptime.
HHSC 746.1201(1) — Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2025-11-19. Correction verified 2025-12-05.
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Other
Based on information gathered during the investigation, it is determined that caregivers have been using their personal devices while caring for children.
HHSC 746.1203(3)(D) — Personal use of electronic devices, such as cell phones, MP3 players, tablets, and video games
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-11-19. Correction verified 2025-12-05.
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Food & allergies
Based on information gathered during the inspection, children in care went more than 3 hours without a meal or snack.
HHSC 746.3303 — Nutrition and Food Service - Meal and Snack Schedule
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-11-19. Correction verified 2025-12-05.
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Other Serious
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Oct 13, 2025 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Oct 13, 2025 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Oct 9, 2025 Report · Deficiencies cited (self-report)
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Other
Based on video footage reviewed and information gathered from interviews, a caregiver positioned a toddler in front of a chair when they were not listening. The caregiver then sat down in the chair with their legs enclosing the child beneath them.
HHSC 746.2803(4) — Discipline - Positive Methods of Discipline and Guidance
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-11-07. Correction verified 2025-11-10.
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Discipline & child guidance Serious
Based on information gathered during the investigation, it is determined that a toddler caregiver hit a child's hand while in care, and has hit children's hands in the past.
HHSC 746.2805(1) — Prohibited Punishments - Corporal Punishment
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2025-11-07. Correction verified 2025-11-10.
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Other Serious
Based on information gathered during the investigation, a caregiver has inappropriately grabbed children in the toddler classroom.
HHSC 746.2805(3) — Prohibited Punishments - Grabbing and Pulling
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2025-11-07. Correction verified 2025-11-10.
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Other Serious
Based on information gathered during the investigation, a toddler caregiver has been observed yelling in the children's faces.
HHSC 746.2805(5) — Prohibited Punishments - Humiliating, Rejecting, Yelling
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2025-11-07. Correction verified 2025-11-10.
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Other
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Oct 9, 2025 Report · Deficiencies cited (self-report)
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Other
Based on video footage reviewed and information gathered from interviews, a caregiver positioned a toddler in front of a chair when they were not listening. The caregiver then sat down in the chair with their legs enclosing the child beneath them.
HHSC 746.2803(4) — Discipline - Positive Methods of Discipline and Guidance
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-11-07. Correction verified 2025-11-10.
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Discipline & child guidance Serious
Based on information gathered during the investigation, it is determined that a toddler caregiver hit a child's hand while in care, and has hit children's hands in the past.
HHSC 746.2805(1) — Prohibited Punishments - Corporal Punishment
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2025-11-07. Correction verified 2025-11-10.
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Other Serious
Based on information gathered during the investigation, a caregiver has inappropriately grabbed children in the toddler classroom.
HHSC 746.2805(3) — Prohibited Punishments - Grabbing and Pulling
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2025-11-07. Correction verified 2025-11-10.
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Other Serious
Based on information gathered during the investigation, a toddler caregiver has been observed yelling in the children's faces.
HHSC 746.2805(5) — Prohibited Punishments - Humiliating, Rejecting, Yelling
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2025-11-07. Correction verified 2025-11-10.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Other
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Sep 15, 2025 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Sep 15, 2025 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Sep 11, 2025 Report · Deficiencies cited (self-report)
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Other Serious
Based on information gathered during the course of the investigation, it was determined that a caregiver inappropriately handled a child while in care.
HHSC 746.2805(3) — Prohibited Punishments - Grabbing and Pulling
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2025-10-10. Correction verified 2025-10-23.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Other Serious
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Sep 11, 2025 Report · Deficiencies cited (self-report)
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Other Serious
Based on information gathered during the course of the investigation, it was determined that a caregiver inappropriately handled a child while in care.
HHSC 746.2805(3) — Prohibited Punishments - Grabbing and Pulling
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2025-10-10. Correction verified 2025-10-23.
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Other Serious
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Jul 9, 2025 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Jul 9, 2025 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jun 3, 2025 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jun 3, 2025 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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May 30, 2025 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training
Based on information gathered during the investigation, the operation has two subjects with active background checks who have not been employed there for over 7 days.
HHSC 745.651(1) — Background Check Validation - You must inactivate a subject who is no longer associated with your operation within 7 days of leaving
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2025-06-27. Correction verified 2025-07-09.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
Based on information gathered during the course of the investigation, it is determined that approximately since May of 2024, the director and assistant director have been knowledgeable of multiple ongoing concerns of minimum standards violations at the operation that places children at risk.
HHSC 746.1003(1) — Director Responsibilities - Operate in Compliance
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2025-06-27. Correction verified 2025-07-09.
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Discipline & child guidance Serious
Based on information gathered during the course of the investigation, it is determined that caregivers in the operation?s 1B, 2A, 2C, and 3B classrooms have been witnessed inappropriately grabbing and pulling children. One caregiver was observed pulling a child up off the floor by the collar of their shirt.
HHSC 746.2805 — Prohibited Punishments - No Harsh, Cruel or Unusual
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2025-06-27. Correction verified 2025-07-09.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
Based on information gathered during the course of the investigation, it is determined that caregivers in the operation?s 1B, 2A, 2C, and 3B classrooms have been witnessed inappropriately grabbing and pulling children. One caregiver was observed pulling a child up off the floor by the collar of their shirt.
HHSC 746.2805(3) — Prohibited Punishments - Grabbing and Pulling
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2025-06-27. Correction verified 2025-07-09.
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Other Serious
Based on information gathered during the course of the investigation, it is determined that caregivers in 1B, 2A, and 3B have been observed yelling in the children?s faces and using aggressive language. It is determined that the caregiver in 3B has used other children to taunt and humiliate children who wet themselves, misbehave, etc.
HHSC 746.2805(5) — Prohibited Punishments - Humiliating, Rejecting, Yelling
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2025-06-27. Correction verified 2025-07-09.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
Based on information gathered, no incident report was created for an incident involving a child being placed out the back door of the classroom and being left outside with no direct supervision. The incident reported was not created as of 6/25/2025.
HHSC 746.305(a)(6) — Report Situation Placing Children at Risk
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2025-06-27. Correction verified 2025-07-09.
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Cleanliness & sanitation
Based on information gathered, it is determined that an infant/toddler caregiver has frequently not promptly changed children?s diapers resulting in diaper rashes and dried poop being found on them by other caregivers.
HHSC 746.3501(1) — Diaper Changing Steps- Prompt
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-06-27. Correction verified 2025-07-09.
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Supervision & ratios
Based on information gathered during the course of the investigation, it is determined that the operation has allowed children with a fever to remain in care. When children are sent home with a fever, they are not required to remain out of care until 24 hours symptom-free.
HHSC 746.501(a)(3) — Written Operational Policies - Exclusion Criteria
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2025-06-27. Correction verified 2025-07-09.
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Illness & medication
Based on information gathered, no incident report was created for an incident involving a child being placed out the back door of the classroom and being left outside with no direct supervision. The incident reported was not created as of 6/25/2025.
HHSC 746.707 — Incident/Illness Report Form Shared with Parent
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2025-06-27. Correction verified 2025-07-09.
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Staff background & training
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May 30, 2025 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training
Based on information gathered during the investigation, the operation has two subjects with active background checks who have not been employed there for over 7 days.
HHSC 745.651(1) — Background Check Validation - You must inactivate a subject who is no longer associated with your operation within 7 days of leaving
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2025-06-27. Correction verified 2025-07-09.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
Based on information gathered during the course of the investigation, it is determined that approximately since May of 2024, the director and assistant director have been knowledgeable of multiple ongoing concerns of minimum standards violations at the operation that places children at risk.
HHSC 746.1003(1) — Director Responsibilities - Operate in Compliance
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2025-06-27. Correction verified 2025-07-09.
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Discipline & child guidance Serious
Based on information gathered during the course of the investigation, it is determined that caregivers in the operation?s 1B, 2A, 2C, and 3B classrooms have been witnessed inappropriately grabbing and pulling children. One caregiver was observed pulling a child up off the floor by the collar of their shirt.
HHSC 746.2805 — Prohibited Punishments - No Harsh, Cruel or Unusual
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2025-06-27. Correction verified 2025-07-09.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
Based on information gathered during the course of the investigation, it is determined that caregivers in the operation?s 1B, 2A, 2C, and 3B classrooms have been witnessed inappropriately grabbing and pulling children. One caregiver was observed pulling a child up off the floor by the collar of their shirt.
HHSC 746.2805(3) — Prohibited Punishments - Grabbing and Pulling
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2025-06-27. Correction verified 2025-07-09.
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Other Serious
Based on information gathered during the course of the investigation, it is determined that caregivers in 1B, 2A, and 3B have been observed yelling in the children?s faces and using aggressive language. It is determined that the caregiver in 3B has used other children to taunt and humiliate children who wet themselves, misbehave, etc.
HHSC 746.2805(5) — Prohibited Punishments - Humiliating, Rejecting, Yelling
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2025-06-27. Correction verified 2025-07-09.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
Based on information gathered, no incident report was created for an incident involving a child being placed out the back door of the classroom and being left outside with no direct supervision. The incident reported was not created as of 6/25/2025.
HHSC 746.305(a)(6) — Report Situation Placing Children at Risk
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2025-06-27. Correction verified 2025-07-09.
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Cleanliness & sanitation
Based on information gathered, it is determined that an infant/toddler caregiver has frequently not promptly changed children?s diapers resulting in diaper rashes and dried poop being found on them by other caregivers.
HHSC 746.3501(1) — Diaper Changing Steps- Prompt
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-06-27. Correction verified 2025-07-09.
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Supervision & ratios
Based on information gathered during the course of the investigation, it is determined that the operation has allowed children with a fever to remain in care. When children are sent home with a fever, they are not required to remain out of care until 24 hours symptom-free.
HHSC 746.501(a)(3) — Written Operational Policies - Exclusion Criteria
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2025-06-27. Correction verified 2025-07-09.
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Illness & medication
Based on information gathered, no incident report was created for an incident involving a child being placed out the back door of the classroom and being left outside with no direct supervision. The incident reported was not created as of 6/25/2025.
HHSC 746.707 — Incident/Illness Report Form Shared with Parent
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2025-06-27. Correction verified 2025-07-09.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Staff background & training
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Nov 21, 2024 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Nov 21, 2024 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Aug 7, 2024 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Aug 7, 2024 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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May 24, 2024 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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May 24, 2024 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Nov 20, 2023 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Nov 20, 2023 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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HHSC publishes inspections, investigations and assessments from October 2017 onward, with each cited deficiency and its risk weight. Investigation narratives, complaint files and older history require a public information request. The Texas Public Information Act (Texas Government Code Chapter 552) gives anyone the right to ask. You don't have to say why.
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- HHSC Open Records Coordinator, MC-1070 · OpenRecordsRequest@hhs.texas.gov · fax 512-424-6586 · 4601 W. Guadalupe Street, Austin, Texas 78751-3146 · agency instructions
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Source: Texas Health and Human Services Commission, Child Care Regulation datasets on data.texas.gov. Last read Oct 1, 2026. Violation text is HHSC's own wording. The categories are ours, added to help you scan. About this data.