Team Tots Academy
12410 TIDWELL RD, Houston, TX 77044 · Harris County
Program
- Type
- Licensed center
- Licensed capacity
- 115
- Ages
- Infant, Toddler, Pre-Kindergarten, School
- Hours
- 06:30 AM-06:30 PM
- Director / administrator
- Kenteigra Burton
- Phone
- (832) 423-6495
- Regulated since
- Apr 22, 2021
- HHSC IDs
- Operation 1364677 · number 1713524
- Official record
- HHSC Child Care Search
Violations by category
Year by year
| Year | Violations | Serious | Main categories |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 2 | 2 | Other (2) |
| 2024 | 34 | 16 | Cleanliness & sanitation (8), Supervision & ratios (2), Safety & premises (14), Staff background & training (4), Other (6) |
| 2022 | 2 | 0 | Records & paperwork (2) |
Inspections, investigations & assessments
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Mar 24, 2026 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Mar 24, 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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Feb 27, 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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Feb 27, 2026 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Feb 25, 2026 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Feb 25, 2026 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Dec 29, 2025 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Dec 29, 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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Jan 7, 2025 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Other Serious
One child did not have release of children information in their file. This was corrected when mom arrived at the facility and added release information.
HHSC 746.605(7) — Required Admission Information - Release Information
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2025-01-07.
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Other Serious
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Jan 7, 2025 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Other Serious
One child did not have release of children information in their file. This was corrected when mom arrived at the facility and added release information.
HHSC 746.605(7) — Required Admission Information - Release Information
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2025-01-07.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Other Serious
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Jun 20, 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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Jun 20, 2024 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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May 8, 2024 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Cleanliness & sanitation Serious
Caregiver was observed using Clorox aerosol spray to disinfect bedding in the direction of and in the presence of children.
HHSC 746.1201(1) — Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2024-06-07. Correction verified 2024-06-19.
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Cleanliness & sanitation Serious
Bottle of Clorox aerosol was sitting next to children within reach.
HHSC 746.3407(12) — Mark Cleaning Supplies, Toxic Materials; Keep Separate from Food and Inaccessible to Children
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2024-06-07. Correction verified 2024-06-19.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Cleanliness & sanitation Serious
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May 8, 2024 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Cleanliness & sanitation Serious
Caregiver was observed using Clorox aerosol spray to disinfect bedding in the direction of and in the presence of children.
HHSC 746.1201(1) — Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2024-06-07. Correction verified 2024-06-19.
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Cleanliness & sanitation Serious
Bottle of Clorox aerosol was sitting next to children within reach.
HHSC 746.3407(12) — Mark Cleaning Supplies, Toxic Materials; Keep Separate from Food and Inaccessible to Children
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2024-06-07. Correction verified 2024-06-19.
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Cleanliness & sanitation Serious
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Apr 19, 2024 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training Serious
Training records for 9 staff including the director was reviewed. All staff received more than 46-64 hours of training within a 24 hour period. Training certificates were copied and whited out to add a new caregiver's name. Original certificates were not available. Some of the certificates obtained for the director listed the director as the trainer and participant.
HHSC 746.1003(1) — Director Responsibilities - Operate in Compliance
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2024-04-19. Correction verified 2024-05-08.
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Supervision & ratios
The 2 year old classroom was observed to be overratio. There were 26 children between 21m-2yrs old. The Sepcified Age Group is 2yrs old. The classroom was over ratio by 4 children
HHSC 746.1609 — Maximum Group Size 13 or More Children
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2024-04-19. Correction verified 2024-05-08.
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Staff background & training Serious
Operational policies were observed to be missing the following The duration of physical activity at your operation, both indoor and outdoor Listed source to determine extreme weather conditions prohibit or limit outdoor play. Instructions on how a parent may contact the local Licensing office, access the Texas Abuse and Neglect Hotline, and access the HHSC website; Preventing and responding to abuse and neglect of children, including: (A) Required annual training for employees; (B) Methods for increasing employee and parent awareness of issues regarding child abuse and neglect, including warning signs that a child may be a victim of abuse or neglect and factors indicating a child is at risk for abuse or neglect; (C) Methods for increasing employee and parent awareness of prevention techniques for child abuse and neglect; (D) Strategies for coordination between the center and appropriate community organizations; and (E) Actions that the parent of a child who is a victim of abuse or neglect should take to obtain assistance and intervention, including procedures for reporting child abuse or neglect; Information on vaccine-preventable diseases for employees, unless your center is in the home of the permit holder The operation's open door policy contradicts the minimum stanard requirement and reqires that parent notify the director prior to arrival that they wish to enter the operation.
HHSC 746.201(1) — Policies Comply with Rules
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2024-04-26. Correction verified 2024-05-08.
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Safety & premises Serious
2 infants were observed to be sleeping in cribs with bibs around their neck.
HHSC 746.2401(6) — Basic Requirements for Infants - Free from Choking Objects That May Cause Choking in Infants or Toddlers
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2024-04-19. Correction verified 2024-05-08.
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Safety & premises
The bottom support of a crib was observed to be broken
HHSC 746.2409(a)(4) — Safety Requirements for Cribs - Secure Supports
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2024-04-26. Correction verified 2024-05-08.
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Safety & premises Serious
3 cribs used in the infant room did not have documentation available to verify the date of manufacture.
HHSC 746.2409(a)(9) — Safety Requirements for Cribs - Documentation that Crib Meets Applicable Federal Rules
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2024-04-26. Correction verified 2024-05-08.
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Other Serious
2 play yards in the infant room were not observed to have mattresses fitted for the play yards.
HHSC 746.2411(2)(A) — Safety Requirements for Play Yards - Snug Fitting, Firm, Flat Mattress Designed for Use in Play Yard and No Extra Pads
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2024-04-26. Correction verified 2024-05-08.
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Other
4 play yards were observed to have loose fitted sheets
HHSC 746.2411(2)(B) — Safety Requirements for Play Yards - Snug Fitting Sheets
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2024-04-19. Correction verified 2024-05-08.
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Cleanliness & sanitation
A caregiver was observed using disposable gloves during a diaper change. The caregiver did not remove the gloves after the diaper change. The caregiver was observed leading children to centers and picking up books before being instructed by CCR to remove the gloves and wash their hands.
HHSC 746.3505(c) — Diapering Procedures - Use Disposable Gloves
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2024-04-19. Correction verified 2024-05-08.
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Cleanliness & sanitation
The diaper changing table was not sanitized following a diaper change.
HHSC 746.3505(e) — Diapering Procedures - Sanitizing Diaper Changing Area
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2024-04-19. Correction verified 2024-05-08.
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Safety & premises
Several exits doors designated as emergecy exitss and evacutation routes were missing a posted diagram.
HHSC 746.401(4) — Posting Requirements - Emergency and evacuation relocation diagram
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2024-04-26. Correction verified 2024-05-08.
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Other
Nap mats used are not labeled with the child's name or number. According to staff, mats are placed down and sleeping spots are identifed once the child's blanket is placed on the mat.
HHSC 746.4503(b) — Cots, Beds, Mats Labeled With Child's Name
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2024-04-19. Correction verified 2024-05-08.
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Safety & premises
Documentation of manufacture instructions for a climbing structure used for the 2 year old group was not available during the inspection. According to the manufacture, the equiment is designed for children 6-10 yrs old
HHSC 746.4601(2) — Safety Requirements for Active Play Equipment - Used According to Manufacturer's Instructions
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2024-04-26. Correction verified 2024-05-08.
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Safety & premises Serious
Two doors designated as emergency exits were observed by be blocked by baby gates.
HHSC 746.5209(c) — No Blocked or Locked Doors as Exits
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2024-04-19. Correction verified 2024-05-08.
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Safety & premises
6 children's records were reviewed and observed to be mssing the following documentation: 3 were missing completed emergency contact 2 were missing contact information for release persons 1 was missing the child's home address 1 did not have emergecy medical authorization.
HHSC 746.603(a) — Children's Records Maintained
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2024-04-26. Correction verified 2024-05-08.
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Staff background & training Serious
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Apr 19, 2024 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training Serious
Training records for 9 staff including the director was reviewed. All staff received more than 46-64 hours of training within a 24 hour period. Training certificates were copied and whited out to add a new caregiver's name. Original certificates were not available. Some of the certificates obtained for the director listed the director as the trainer and participant.
HHSC 746.1003(1) — Director Responsibilities - Operate in Compliance
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2024-04-19. Correction verified 2024-05-08.
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Supervision & ratios
The 2 year old classroom was observed to be overratio. There were 26 children between 21m-2yrs old. The Sepcified Age Group is 2yrs old. The classroom was over ratio by 4 children
HHSC 746.1609 — Maximum Group Size 13 or More Children
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2024-04-19. Correction verified 2024-05-08.
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Staff background & training Serious
Operational policies were observed to be missing the following The duration of physical activity at your operation, both indoor and outdoor Listed source to determine extreme weather conditions prohibit or limit outdoor play. Instructions on how a parent may contact the local Licensing office, access the Texas Abuse and Neglect Hotline, and access the HHSC website; Preventing and responding to abuse and neglect of children, including: (A) Required annual training for employees; (B) Methods for increasing employee and parent awareness of issues regarding child abuse and neglect, including warning signs that a child may be a victim of abuse or neglect and factors indicating a child is at risk for abuse or neglect; (C) Methods for increasing employee and parent awareness of prevention techniques for child abuse and neglect; (D) Strategies for coordination between the center and appropriate community organizations; and (E) Actions that the parent of a child who is a victim of abuse or neglect should take to obtain assistance and intervention, including procedures for reporting child abuse or neglect; Information on vaccine-preventable diseases for employees, unless your center is in the home of the permit holder The operation's open door policy contradicts the minimum stanard requirement and reqires that parent notify the director prior to arrival that they wish to enter the operation.
HHSC 746.201(1) — Policies Comply with Rules
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2024-04-26. Correction verified 2024-05-08.
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Safety & premises Serious
2 infants were observed to be sleeping in cribs with bibs around their neck.
HHSC 746.2401(6) — Basic Requirements for Infants - Free from Choking Objects That May Cause Choking in Infants or Toddlers
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2024-04-19. Correction verified 2024-05-08.
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Safety & premises
The bottom support of a crib was observed to be broken
HHSC 746.2409(a)(4) — Safety Requirements for Cribs - Secure Supports
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2024-04-26. Correction verified 2024-05-08.
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Safety & premises Serious
3 cribs used in the infant room did not have documentation available to verify the date of manufacture.
HHSC 746.2409(a)(9) — Safety Requirements for Cribs - Documentation that Crib Meets Applicable Federal Rules
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2024-04-26. Correction verified 2024-05-08.
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Other Serious
2 play yards in the infant room were not observed to have mattresses fitted for the play yards.
HHSC 746.2411(2)(A) — Safety Requirements for Play Yards - Snug Fitting, Firm, Flat Mattress Designed for Use in Play Yard and No Extra Pads
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2024-04-26. Correction verified 2024-05-08.
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Other
4 play yards were observed to have loose fitted sheets
HHSC 746.2411(2)(B) — Safety Requirements for Play Yards - Snug Fitting Sheets
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2024-04-19. Correction verified 2024-05-08.
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Cleanliness & sanitation
A caregiver was observed using disposable gloves during a diaper change. The caregiver did not remove the gloves after the diaper change. The caregiver was observed leading children to centers and picking up books before being instructed by CCR to remove the gloves and wash their hands.
HHSC 746.3505(c) — Diapering Procedures - Use Disposable Gloves
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2024-04-19. Correction verified 2024-05-08.
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Cleanliness & sanitation
The diaper changing table was not sanitized following a diaper change.
HHSC 746.3505(e) — Diapering Procedures - Sanitizing Diaper Changing Area
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2024-04-19. Correction verified 2024-05-08.
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Safety & premises
Several exits doors designated as emergecy exitss and evacutation routes were missing a posted diagram.
HHSC 746.401(4) — Posting Requirements - Emergency and evacuation relocation diagram
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2024-04-26. Correction verified 2024-05-08.
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Other
Nap mats used are not labeled with the child's name or number. According to staff, mats are placed down and sleeping spots are identifed once the child's blanket is placed on the mat.
HHSC 746.4503(b) — Cots, Beds, Mats Labeled With Child's Name
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2024-04-19. Correction verified 2024-05-08.
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Safety & premises
Documentation of manufacture instructions for a climbing structure used for the 2 year old group was not available during the inspection. According to the manufacture, the equiment is designed for children 6-10 yrs old
HHSC 746.4601(2) — Safety Requirements for Active Play Equipment - Used According to Manufacturer's Instructions
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2024-04-26. Correction verified 2024-05-08.
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Safety & premises Serious
Two doors designated as emergency exits were observed by be blocked by baby gates.
HHSC 746.5209(c) — No Blocked or Locked Doors as Exits
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2024-04-19. Correction verified 2024-05-08.
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Safety & premises
6 children's records were reviewed and observed to be mssing the following documentation: 3 were missing completed emergency contact 2 were missing contact information for release persons 1 was missing the child's home address 1 did not have emergecy medical authorization.
HHSC 746.603(a) — Children's Records Maintained
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2024-04-26. Correction verified 2024-05-08.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Staff background & training Serious
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Apr 21, 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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Apr 21, 2023 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Apr 28, 2022 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Records & paperwork
Three out of five children record evaulated needed a health statement.
HHSC 746.611(b) — Health Statement on File within 1 Week of Admission
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2022-05-23. Correction verified 2022-06-02.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Records & paperwork
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Apr 28, 2022 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Records & paperwork
Three out of five children record evaulated needed a health statement.
HHSC 746.611(b) — Health Statement on File within 1 Week of Admission
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2022-05-23. Correction verified 2022-06-02.
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Records & paperwork
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Oct 27, 2021 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Oct 27, 2021 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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