Tiny Blessings Academy
10826 S GESSNER RD, Houston, TX 77071 · Harris County
Program
- Type
- Licensed center
- Licensed capacity
- 104
- Ages
- Infant, Toddler, Pre-Kindergarten, School
- Hours
- 06:00 AM-06:30 PM
- Director / administrator
- Chazanne Woods
- Phone
- (713) 393-7783
- Regulated since
- Jul 29, 2026
- HHSC IDs
- Operation 1508163 · number 1818065
- Official record
- HHSC Child Care Search
Violations by category
Year by year
| Year | Violations | Serious | Main categories |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 14 | 1 | Cleanliness & sanitation (2), Safety & premises (3), Staff background & training (3), Records & paperwork (1), Other (5) |
| 2025 | 25 | 10 | Cleanliness & sanitation (6), Supervision & ratios (3), Safety & premises (10), Staff background & training (2), Other (4) |
Enforcement actions
- Seen Oct 1, 2026 — Conditions on permit (HHSC operation record)
HHSC publishes these as current flags on the operation, not as dated actions. The date shown is when this site first saw the flag. The HHSC Child Care Search has the details.
Inspections, investigations & assessments
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Jun 30, 2026 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Cleanliness & sanitation
There was a gallon of milk observed in the refrigerator past its best by date. NOTE: Milk disposed at inspection.
HHSC 746.3317 — Food Service and Preparation Requirement - Safe and Sanitary
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2026-06-30.
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Safety & premises
In the outdoor play area, there was grass overgrown in the corner. There was a broken umbrella on a bench in the younger children area. NOTE: Umbrella was disposed of at inspection.
HHSC 746.3407 — Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-07-07. Correction verified 2026-07-17.
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Other
The in-house first aide kit was missing the instruction manual and tweezers. NOTE items were added to kits at inspection.
HHSC 746.4003(a) — First Aid Kit - Incomplete Kit
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2026-06-30.
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Cleanliness & sanitation
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Jun 11, 2026 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Safety & premises
In the outdoor play area, there was grass overgrown in the corner and the liner of the loosefill mulch was ripped and above mulch. Ivy/weeds overgrown on the fence.
HHSC 746.3407 — Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-06-25. Correction verified 2026-06-30.
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Safety & premises
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May 15, 2026 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Apr 7, 2026 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Other
Caregiver did not give the proper ages of oldest and youngest child in their care.
HHSC 746.1205(a)(3) — Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know children's names and ages
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-04-14. Correction verified 2026-05-15.
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Cleanliness & sanitation
There was garbage on the way to the toddler outdoor play area and garbage inside the toddler outdoor play area.
HHSC 746.3407(8) — Garbage Inaccessible to Children; Maintained in Sanitary Manner
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-04-14. Correction verified 2026-04-07.
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Other
In the larger play area, the loosefill was overgrown with grass/weeds at edges, and there was a wire on the ground from the telephone pole in the play srea. Bottom of slide had under tarp exposed.
HHSC 746.4751(b) — Maintenance Procedures for Active Play - Monthly Maintenance Checklist
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2026-04-14. Correction verified 2026-04-07.
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Records & paperwork
Four caregivers did not have a copy of the education requirements for file.
HHSC 746.901(2) — Required Personnel Records- Meets Requirements
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2026-04-14. Correction verified 2026-04-07.
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Other
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Jan 8, 2026 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training
One caregiver hired 1/6 did not have a notarized affidavit available for review. NOTE: Corrected at inspection, the affidavit was completed during the visit.
HHSC 746.1105(3) — Minimum Qualifications Employees and Caregivers - Affidavit (Form 2985)
HHSC risk weight: Low. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2026-01-08.
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Staff background & training
One caregiver hired 1/6 did not have a pre-employment affidavit available for review. NOTE: Corrected at inspection, the affidavit was completed during the visit.
HHSC 746.1105(4) — Minimum Qualifications Employees and Caregivers - Affidavit (Form 2912)
HHSC risk weight: Low. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2026-01-08.
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Staff background & training
A certificate was not availalbe to verify the successful completion of preservice training for 2 caregivers present at the operation.
HHSC 746.1317(c)(4) — Training Criteria - Certificate
HHSC risk weight: Medium Low. Corrected 2026-01-15. Correction verified 2026-02-20.
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Other
A climbing structure installed on the second playground was observed to have an attached swing set. NOTE: Corrected at inspection, the swings were removed fromo the structure
HHSC 746.4701(c) — Requirements for Swings - Not Attached to a Composite Structure
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2026-01-08.
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Other
The mulch was not observed to be maintained at the appropriate depth. The tarp beneath the surfacing was observed to be exposed and torn.
HHSC 746.4907(d) — Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Proper Depth Maintained
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-01-22. Correction verified 2026-01-13.
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Safety & premises Serious
The first aid kit on vehicle used to transport children was not observed to be complete. The kit was missing a guide and antiseptic. NOTE: A second vehicle added but not currently in use did not have a guide, antiseptic and gloves. * Corrected at inspection, all missing items were added to both vehicles.
HHSC 746.5617(a)(6) — Required Equipment in Vehicles - First-aid Kit
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2026-01-08.
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Staff background & training
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Oct 27, 2025 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Sep 26, 2025 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Cleanliness & sanitation
One of the restrooms used by children was observed to have ceiling panels that had holes, cracks and signs of water damage. The exhaust fans in both bathrooms appeared to be falling. The floors in the hallway directly outside of the bathroom was visibly separated and created a tripping hazard.
HHSC 746.3407 — Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-10-03. Correction verified 2025-10-27.
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Cleanliness & sanitation
A dead german roach was observed under a sink in a restroom used by children. NOTE: The same roach was observed during the inspection and the operation was infomred to dispose of it on 9/15.
HHSC 746.3407(8) — Garbage Inaccessible to Children; Maintained in Sanitary Manner
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-09-26. Correction verified 2025-10-27.
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Cleanliness & sanitation
The handwashking sink in the infant room was observed to have a bucket in it. Baby bottle on a drying rack were observed next to the sink. The sink is still be used for purposes other than hand washing.
HHSC 746.3503(d) — Diaper Changing Equipment - Hand-washing Sink in Diaper Changing Area
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-09-26. Correction verified 2025-10-27.
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Safety & premises
A fire extingusher was observed to be sitting on the floor in a storage closet in the front of the buidling. NOTE:Corrected at inspection. Fire extinguisher was mounted during the visit.
HHSC 746.5305 — Mounting of Fire Extinguishers
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2025-09-26.
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Cleanliness & sanitation
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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 · Deficiencies cited
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Safety & premises
One of the restrooms used by children was observed to have 2 ceiling panels that were cracked and bulding down. One of the panels has signs of water damage.
HHSC 746.3407 — Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-09-26. Correction verified 2025-09-26.
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Cleanliness & sanitation
The handwashking sink in the infant room was observed to have other itmes on and in the sink. Items observed includined cleaning spray and hand sanitizer, a bucket of water, toys and books, a children's tablet, and a walkie talkie.
HHSC 746.3503(d) — Diaper Changing Equipment - Hand-washing Sink in Diaper Changing Area
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-09-15. Correction verified 2025-09-26.
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Cleanliness & sanitation
A fire extingusher was observed to be in an unlocked cabinet in the bathroom designated for children
HHSC 746.5305 — Mounting of Fire Extinguishers
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-09-15. Correction verified 2025-09-26.
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Safety & premises
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Sep 4, 2025 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Other
Sign-in logs available did not have completed sign in/out times for all children Sing in logs rfor the 7/31-8/4 was not available.
HHSC 746.603(a)(8) — Tracking System or Sign-in and Sign-out Logs
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-09-04. Correction verified 2025-09-15.
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Other
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Sep 4, 2025 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Cleanliness & sanitation
A bag of molded cutie oranges was observed in the kitchen. NOTE: Corrected at inspection, oranges were disposed during the visit.
HHSC 746.3317 — Food Service and Preparation Requirement - Safe and Sanitary
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2025-09-15.
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Cleanliness & sanitation
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Aug 20, 2025 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Supervision & ratios
1 caregiver was observed with 6 children 10mo-20 mo. The specified age group was 12-17 mo. The caregiver wwas over ratio by 1. NOTE: During the walkthrough, a second caregiver was observed in the kitchen area and entered the classrooom shortly before licensing.
HHSC 746.1601 — Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-08-20. Correction verified 2025-09-04.
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Safety & premises Serious
Documentation of emergency medical authorization was not available for 4 children being transported.
HHSC 746.5617(a)(2) — Required Equipment in Vehicles - Emergency Medical Information
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2025-08-20. Correction verified 2025-09-04.
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Safety & premises Serious
Documentation of parent contacts and emergency contacts were not available for one child being transported.
HHSC 746.5617(a)(4) — Required Equipment in Vehicles - Emergency Telephone Numbers for Each Child
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2025-08-20. Correction verified 2025-09-04.
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Safety & premises Serious
The driver was observed exiting a bus after transporting children to school. The driver was observed exiting the vehile and looking through each window. After a few minutes, the electronic alarm was triggered and the driver returned and turned the alarm off.
HHSC 746.5625(c) — Electronic Child Safety Alarm - used at all times when transporting a child in care
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2025-08-20. Correction verified 2025-09-04.
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Other
Sign-in logs available did not have completed sign in/out times for all children Sing in logs rfor the 7/31-8/4 was not available.
HHSC 746.603(a)(8) — Tracking System or Sign-in and Sign-out Logs
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-08-22. Correction verified 2025-09-04.
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Supervision & ratios
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Aug 18, 2025 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Safety & premises Serious
Based on the information obtained during the investigation, there is sufficient information that the driver allowed a child to exit the vehicle and walk unsupervised to pick up another child.
HHSC 746.1201(1) — Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2025-09-17. Correction verified 2025-09-26.
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Other Serious
Based on the information obtained during the investigation, there was enough information to support a child was allowed to walk across the street to pick up a sibling from school
HHSC 746.5605(2) — Safety Precautions for Loading and Unloading Children - Crossing Street
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2025-09-17. Correction verified 2025-09-26.
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Safety & premises Serious
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Aug 18, 2025 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training Serious
2 staff were observed to be present at the operation without notification of eligibility from the Centralized background check Unit. One staff letf prior to end of inspection after receiving an ineligible notice.
HHSC 745.641 — AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2025-08-18. Correction verified 2025-08-20.
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Safety & premises
The fire extingusiher located on the bus used to tranpsort was observed to be overcharged
HHSC 746.5307(b) — Fire Extinguishers Serviced
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-08-22. Correction verified 2025-09-04.
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Supervision & ratios
The operation did not provide access to one personnel record upon request
HHSC 746.909 — Access to Personnel Records
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2025-08-18. Correction verified 2025-08-20.
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Staff background & training Serious
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Aug 15, 2025 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training
The director and driver and not have transportation training available for review.
HHSC 746.1301(a)(7)(A) — Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Transportation training
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-08-22. Correction verified 2025-09-04.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
The operation failed to notify Child Care Regulation they began providing transportation services.
HHSC 746.301(7) — Notification of Additional Services Offered
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2025-08-18. Correction verified 2025-08-20.
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Safety & premises Serious
List of children transported on 8/15 and 8/18 was not listed available for review
HHSC 746.5617(a)(1) — Required Equipment in Vehicles - List of Children
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2025-08-18. Correction verified 2025-08-20.
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Safety & premises Serious
Documentation of emergency medical authorization was not available for any of the 14 children being transported.
HHSC 746.5617(a)(2) — Required Equipment in Vehicles - Emergency Medical Information
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2025-08-18. Correction verified 2025-08-20.
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Safety & premises Serious
Documentation of parent contacts and emergency contacts were not available for the children being transported.
HHSC 746.5617(a)(4) — Required Equipment in Vehicles - Emergency Telephone Numbers for Each Child
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2025-08-18. Correction verified 2025-08-20.
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Other
Sign-in logs. available did not have sign out times and signatures. Some children signed in were listed by family last name and quantity. Logs did not list names of each child. Sign-in logs for all days where children were in care was not made available for review.
HHSC 746.603(a)(8) — Tracking System or Sign-in and Sign-out Logs
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-08-18. Correction verified 2025-08-20.
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Staff background & training
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Jul 8, 2025 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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