Connect Early Learning Center
4405 CRENSHAW RD, Pasadena, TX 77504 · Harris County
Program
- Type
- Licensed center
- Licensed capacity
- 120
- Ages
- Infant, Toddler, Pre-Kindergarten, School
- Hours
- 06:00 AM-06:00 PM
- Director / administrator
- Amanda Johnson
- Phone
- (832) 530-4608
- Regulated since
- Dec 11, 2025
- HHSC IDs
- Operation 1503605 · number 1814913
- Official record
- HHSC Child Care Search
Violations by category
Year by year
| Year | Violations | Serious | Main categories |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 12 | 4 | Supervision & ratios (3), Discipline & child guidance (1), Safety & premises (3), Records & paperwork (1), Other (4) |
| 2025 | 9 | 7 | Supervision & ratios (1), Discipline & child guidance (2), Other (6) |
Inspections, investigations & assessments
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Jun 30, 2026 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Other
The twos caregiver did not know the ages of the youngest and oldest student in care.
HHSC 746.1205(a)(3) — Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know children's names and ages
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2026-07-07.
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Other
An unmounted fan was observed in the infant classroom. Note: This was corrected during the inspection.
HHSC 746.3701(3) — Safety - Air Conditioners, Fans, Heaters Safeguarded
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2026-06-30.
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Other
The playground fence was observed with a broken lock. Note: A photo was taken of the fence.
HHSC 746.4309 — Fenced Outdoor Activity Space -Gates Locked
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-07-10. Correction verified 2026-07-23.
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Other
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Jun 26, 2026 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Safety & premises
The prek classroom was observed napping without the required walking space between the mats.
HHSC 746.2909(3) — Arrangement of Napping Equipment -Provides Sufficient Walking and Work Space
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-07-03. Correction verified 2026-06-30.
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Safety & premises
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Jun 23, 2026 Assessment · Deficiencies cited
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Supervision & ratios Serious
The operations Fire Inspection expired 4/2/2026.
HHSC 746.5101(a) — Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2026-07-06. Correction verified 2026-06-24.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
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May 15, 2026 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Safety & premises Serious
There was no current fire inspection available for review during the inspection. Fire Inspection was observed expired 4/2/2026.
HHSC 746.5101(a) — Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2026-06-15. Correction verified 2026-06-23.
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Safety & premises Serious
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May 13, 2026 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Other Serious
Based on evidence obtained during the investigation, the directors assistant did not demonstrate good judgement when interacting with another caregiver while children were in care.
HHSC 746.1201(1) — Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2026-06-10. Correction verified 2026-06-26.
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Discipline & child guidance Serious
Based on the evidence obtained during the investigation, children are placed into highchairs as a form of timeout.
HHSC 746.2805(8) — Prohibited Punishments - Restrictive device for time out
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2026-06-10. Correction verified 2026-06-26.
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Supervision & ratios
The operation did not report a change in designee that occurred.
HHSC 746.303(a)(3) — Report Change in Designee or Governing Body Address
HHSC risk weight: Low. Corrected 2026-06-17. Correction verified 2026-06-17.
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Other Serious
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Jan 21, 2026 Assessment · Deficiencies cited
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Records & paperwork
A review of the Employees Who Left Employment in 2025 Survey data, revealed that the center had not reported the number of employees who left employment in 2025 by January 15, 2026, as required.
HHSC 746.303(b) — Report Number of Employees
HHSC risk weight: Medium Low. Corrected 2026-01-28. Correction verified 2026-01-23.
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Records & paperwork
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Jan 7, 2026 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Safety & premises
Twelve toddlers were observed without adequate furnishings to play with in the classroom.
HHSC 746.2505(2) — Furnishings and Equipment for Toddlers - Enough Available to Prevent Competition
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-01-14. Correction verified 2026-01-13.
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Supervision & ratios
The operations playground was observed with climbing structures without the required six inches of surfacing. Note: Photos were taken of the playground.
HHSC 746.4907(a)(1) — Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Six Inches if Equipment 5 Ft or Less
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-01-14. Correction verified 2026-01-13.
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Safety & premises
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Nov 21, 2025 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Oct 21, 2025 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Oct 20, 2025 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Supervision & ratios Serious
Based on the evidence obtained during the investigation, the director is not operating the center in compliance by not following with minimum standards in the day-to-day operation of the center.
HHSC 746.1003(1) — Director Responsibilities - Operate in Compliance
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2025-11-13. Correction verified 2025-11-21.
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Other Serious
Based on evidence obtained during the investigation, a caregiver did not demonstrate good judgement to redirect a child.
HHSC 746.1201(1) — Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2025-11-13. Correction verified 2025-11-21.
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Discipline & child guidance Serious
Based on the evidence obtained during the investigation, there is sufficient evidence to support a caregiver popping a student on the bottom.
HHSC 746.2805(1) — Prohibited Punishments - Corporal Punishment
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2025-11-13. Correction verified 2025-11-21.
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Discipline & child guidance Serious
Based on the information obtained during the investigation, there is sufficient evidence to support students remain in time out longer than the students age.
HHSC 746.2805(10) — Prohibited Punishments - Using Inappropriate Long Period of Silence or Inactivity Including Requiring Child to Remain in a Restrictive Device
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2025-11-13. Correction verified 2025-11-21.
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Other Serious
Based on the information obtained during the investigation, there is sufficient evidence to support the allegation that a caregiver pulls students by their arm.
HHSC 746.2805(3) — Prohibited Punishments - Grabbing and Pulling
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2025-11-13. Correction verified 2025-11-21.
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Other Serious
Based on the evidence obtained during the investigation, there is sufficient evidence to support a caregiver yelling at students.
HHSC 746.2805(5) — Prohibited Punishments - Humiliating, Rejecting, Yelling
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2025-11-13. Correction verified 2025-11-21.
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Other Serious
Based on the information obtained during the investigation, there is sufficient evidence to support a student was placed into a restroom with the door closed as a form of punishment.
HHSC 746.2805(7) — Prohibited Punishments - Placing Child in Locked or Dark Room
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2025-11-13. Correction verified 2025-11-21.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
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Oct 7, 2025 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Sep 10, 2025 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Other
Two students were observed seated in highchairs without the required straps.
HHSC 746.4501(b) — Chairs - Safety Straps Used if Required by Manufacturer
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2025-09-10. Correction verified 2025-10-07.
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Other
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Sep 2, 2025 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jul 9, 2025 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Other
A fan was observed plugged in on top of a counter in the school age classroom. Note: A photo was taken and this was corrected during inspection.
HHSC 746.3701(3) — Safety - Air Conditioners, Fans, Heaters Safeguarded
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2025-07-09.
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Other
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Apr 24, 2025 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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